Debiruth Stanford (She/Her)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CDWF, CEQP

In-Person in Redmond, WA 98052
Online in Washington
Welcoming the Smart and Unusual! I provide counseling and coaching services for adults as individuals and in various relationship groupings, including couples, extended and 'chosen' families, and alternative family structures such as polycules. Contact me for a free consult, and let's see if we're a fit.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused (EFT)
- Family Systems
- Person-Centered
- Psychoeducational
Approach Description: Please visit my website (http://www.NextSteps.us) or Psychology Today (http://bit.ly/DebiruthPsychToday) for additional information on approach, training and background, and services, including Daring Way™ and Rising Strong™ classes. I also incorporate emotional intelligence assessment as a means of introducing you to how you walk through life and use a cognitive behavioral framework to assist you in improving your emotional and relational skills.
Education & Credentials
Debiruth Stanford LMHC, CDWF, CEQP
- Female
- License # LH 60174962
- Licensed in Washington
- Practicing Since 1999
Education: M.A. in Counseling (LIOS), Juris Doctor of Law (Loyola Law School), Coach Certification Training (Hudson Institute of Coaching), EMDR (Lvls 1/2/advanced courses), Lifespan Integration (Lvls 1/2/3), Master Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Daring Way Facilitator, and Certified EQ Practitioner.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $200 - $400 depending on session length and modality
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I offer a few reduced-fee slots. These may not always be available depending on how many are in use. Please do inquire as to availability and restrictions.
- Accepts Insurance
- Out of Network: Upon request I provide super bills with CPT and ICD-10 codes required for insurance submission. Note that most insurers do not cover couple/marital therapy.
Debiruth Stanford Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Redmond, WA 98052
- Available Online for residents of Washington
- Online Therapy Details: I offer online or phone counseling sessions for verified Washington State residents who are physically in-state. Online or phone sessions are available for coaching clients regardless of their state of residence.
I work with adults who seek to resolve issues regarding self-esteem, life purpose, relationships, emotional intelligence, anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences underlying PTSD, anxiety, and depression. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs so that you can create resolution for the past and build the wholehearted life that you deserve.
*All* marital and family arrangements are welcome and respected including straight, LGBTQIA, open, polyamorous, lifestyle, and kink. I offer a safe place to be who you are and get the attention you need.