PSP - Puget Sound Psychotherapy & Psychiatry

PSP - Puget Sound Psychotherapy & Psychiatry We offer telehealth and in-person counseling and psychiatric services in Seattle, WA for adults, kid

We offer counseling and psychiatric services to the greater Seattle and King County communities. We work with adult individuals, children, teens, couples, and families of all constellations. We are home to the Seattle Relationship Clinic where our clinicians specialize in working with couples and helping individuals have more satisfying relationships. We have advanced training in Gottman Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Resnick Relationship Model (Applied Existential Phenomenology). Click here to learn more about the Seattle Relationship Clinic. Our work is grounded in scientific research and phenomenological inquiry. Our approach is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to meet your specific needs. We are committed to helping you examine what you do that leads you towards or away from health, experiment with things you can change, and learn how to live peacefully with what is beyond your control.

What are your favorite signs that winter is finally loosening its grip?We asked our therapists: The cherry blossoms. Tha...
04/07/2026

What are your favorite signs that winter is finally loosening its grip?

We asked our therapists: The cherry blossoms. That first evening where it's still light at 6pm. The new energy in Seattle that brings you hope and make you feel more alive.

After months of "the big dark," something shifts, and it's not just the weather. Our nervous systems notice the change of the season.

We'd love to know, what's your sign that you're coming back to life after winter? Drop it in the comments.

Hi, I’m Ann Husak! You will usually find me with a good cup of coffee, spending time with my family and navigating the j...
04/05/2026

Hi, I’m Ann Husak! You will usually find me with a good cup of coffee, spending time with my family and navigating the joys and learning curves of being a new parent to our baby boy, Tommy.

I’m back in the office accepting new clients, but off the clock, I love getting outside, exploring Seattle’s food scene and spending time near the water. On the clock, I’m a therapist working with adults and teens, supporting folks navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the messy in-between spaces.

I believe we’re wired for hope, but life can make it hard to access at times. My work is about helping you feel less alone, creating space to understand your experience, and reconnect with yourself in a more compassionate way. I often use a parts-based approach, helping you get curious about the different parts of yourself, like the overthinking or people-pleasing parts, rather than judging them. My goal is to create a space where all of you feels welcome as you move toward the life you want to be living.

If this approach resonates with you, feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect.
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/connect/

PSP’s Carrie Gassett recommends the Being Well Podcast with Rick Hanson, PhD, because it explores various topics in ment...
04/03/2026

PSP’s Carrie Gassett recommends the Being Well Podcast with Rick Hanson, PhD, because it explores various topics in mental health with care, thoughtfulness and without pathologizing language.

Carrie's approach to therapy is rooted in the same values: curiosity, compassion and the belief that awareness leads to growth. Whether you're new to mindfulness or deepening your practice, this podcast meets you where you are.

Click below for more resources from the PSP team.
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/resources/

Hello everyone 👋My name is Amanda and I am a therapist here at PSP working with individual clients, focused on dating, r...
03/31/2026

Hello everyone 👋

My name is Amanda and I am a therapist here at PSP working with individual clients, focused on dating, romantic relationships, and the challenges that show up in both new and long-term connections, including the important dynamics within families and friendships.

New relationships can feel exciting but also provoke anxiety. You might notice overthinking, pulling back, people-pleasing, or needing reassurance. These are often protective patterns shaped by past experiences and unmet needs. I help clients understand these patterns, manage relationship anxiety and build more secure, fulfilling connections.

Outside the therapy room, you’ll find me exploring Seattle’s urban trails or hiking in the mountains, practicing yoga, painting and reading contemporary fiction. I’m currently reading “The Bee Sting” by Paul Murray and “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin. Favorite books include “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig and “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus.

A go-to recommendation for clients: “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl. I also enjoy comedy and psychology podcasts, good food, laughter and meaningful conversations with friends.

I am accepting new clients so don't hesitate to reach out. Click the link below to learn more or book a consultation.
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/team/amanda-rutledge/

Have you heard of the Window of Tolerance? PSP therapist Amanda Rutledge breaks it down.It's a concept developed by Dr. ...
03/26/2026

Have you heard of the Window of Tolerance? PSP therapist Amanda Rutledge breaks it down.

It's a concept developed by Dr. Daniel Siegel that gives you a mental image of the three states your nervous system moves between.

Inside the window: regulated, calm, present. You feel safe and can take in what's happening around you.

Above the window (hyper-arousal): anxious, angry, activated. You might notice a racing heart, shallow breath or heat in your body.

Below the window (hypo-arousal): numb, spaced out, disconnected. Things feel foggy or flat.

Knowing which state you're in, and what it feels like in your body, is the first step toward understanding what you need in that moment. The more you practice recognizing those signals, the wider your window grows over time, and the more

03/25/2026

Shoutout to our neighbors downstairs, It used to be the Essential Baking Company, and then a few turns of ownership, but it’s now under fresh new leadership and bringing new energy to the block.

Same delicious pastries, but with new drinks, new food and expanded outdoor seating just in time for spring. That’s why we’re sharing good vibes like the card says. (Recently, we heard about these cards designed by the incredibly talented artist .)

We'll keep highlighting the people and places that make this neighborhood feel like home.

Your kid isn't giving you a hard time. They're having one. That shift from "what's wrong with them" to "what happened to...
03/22/2026

Your kid isn't giving you a hard time. They're having one.

That shift from "what's wrong with them" to "what happened to them" can completely change how you show up as a parent. Our therapist supervisor Gabe Gomez has spent 45 years working with kids and families, and these are the 5 books that changed how he thinks about children's brains, behavior and what they actually need.

The Explosive Child — Ross W. Greene

Kids do well if they can, not just if they want to—challenging behavior often reflects missing skills, not bad intentions.

What Happened to You? — Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey

Trauma and stress shape the developing brain, and behavior makes more sense when we ask what happened to a child.

Brainstorm — Daniel J. Siegel

The teenage brain is wired for intense emotions and risk-taking, but also creativity, learning and growth.

Beyond Behaviors — Mona Delahooke

Children’s behavior is a signal from the nervous system, and connection—not punishment—is often the key to change.

Raising a Secure Child — Hoffman, Cooper & Powell

Children thrive when caregivers provide a secure base for exploration and a safe place to return for comfort.

Click the link below to read the full story.
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/child-therapy-books/

Exciting news from our team! Our therapist Bethany Thomas  is now seeing clients in person in Tacoma.Bethany believes ev...
03/19/2026

Exciting news from our team! Our therapist Bethany Thomas is now seeing clients in person in Tacoma.

Bethany believes everyone deserves a space to heal that's free of judgment, rooted in your own strengths and built around you. She specializes in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, navigating religious trauma and deconstruction, and working through life transitions.

Her approach is directive, needs-based and deeply client-centered. Whether you're questioning, rebuilding or simply figuring out what's next, Bethany is here for it.

📍 Provident Building
917 Pacific Ave, Ste 305
Tacoma, WA 98402

Ready to get started? Click the link below to connect with Bethany or learn more about our team. 💙
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/team/bethany-thomas/

It's Brain Awareness Week, and one of the best ways to feed your mind is also one of the most enjoyable: reading. Our te...
03/17/2026

It's Brain Awareness Week, and one of the best ways to feed your mind is also one of the most enjoyable: reading. Our team has been turning pages, and they want to share what's been on their nightstands lately.

“The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans. A beautifully written novel that draws you in from the first page. — Recommended by Andrea Davis

“The Overstory” by Richard Powers. An epic, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel following the lives of trees and the people who fight to protect them. — Recommended by Nicholas Boswell

“Filthy Rat Bag” by Celeste Mountjoy. A kooky, raw graphic novel that captures the beautiful messiness of healing in a way only art can. — Recommended by Kaleigh Jodice

“The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore. A gripping mystery with rich character backstories and skillfully executed time jumps that keep you hooked. — Recommended by Quinn Williams

“Children of Time” by Adrian Tchaikovsky. A mind-expanding sci-fi epic written by a zoologist, where the "aliens" are spiders, and you'll come away genuinely fascinated by them. — Recommended by Carrie Gassett

What are you reading this week? Drop it in the comments!

03/16/2026

Ever wonder what happens in the few minutes between your therapist's sessions?

Showing up fully for each client takes intention, and our clinicians have figured out their own little rituals to shake off the previous session and be present at the next. They might be bouncing out the stress (which does have somatic science behind it), touching their toes, stepping outside for a breath of air or giving Remy a cuddle.

What do you do to reset between the hard parts of your day?

Is your child trying to tell you something? Kids don't always have the words for what they're feeling, but their behavio...
03/12/2026

Is your child trying to tell you something?

Kids don't always have the words for what they're feeling, but their behavior usually does the talking. Here are some signs it might be time to connect your child with a therapist.

Trouble with transitions. Meltdowns getting out the door, shutting down after school or struggling to put down a screen can all signal underlying anxiety.

Sudden academic struggles. A drop in grades or a growing reluctance to go to school is often a sign something deeper is going on.

Withdrawing from things they used to love, like sports, clubs and friendships. When kids pull back from what once lit them up, pay attention.

Aggressive behavior. Hitting, yelling or lashing out is often a child's way of expressing an emotion they don't yet have language for.

Unexplained physical symptoms. Stomachaches, headaches, and other aches and pains can be the body's way of processing emotional distress, especially in developing brains.

You don't have to wait for a crisis to reach out. Early support can make a world of difference.

Click the link below to learn more or schedule a consultation.
https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/connect/

"Move at the speed of trust." —  Adrienne Maree BrownTherapist Nico Kladis shares this quote with clients curious about ...
03/10/2026

"Move at the speed of trust." — Adrienne Maree Brown

Therapist Nico Kladis shares this quote with clients curious about EMDR therapy because it captures something essential about the process.

Some people arrive ready to dive in. Others spend months building the therapeutic relationship before EMDR enters the conversation. Both paths are completely valid.

Nico approaches EMDR from an attachment-based perspective, which means there's no rushing the foundation. The therapy follows an evidence-based sequence, but your timeline is your own.

If you're curious about EMDR, we'd love to connect you with Nico. Click the link below to learn more or book a consultation.

https://pugetpsychotherapy.com/connect/

Address

2719 E Madison Street STE 300
Seattle, WA
98112

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+12066694336

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