Online in Washington
(Online Only)
I have been a mental health counselor since 2019. I have personally experienced trauma and the counseling afterwards not only helped me heal but it was instrumental in my returning to school and changing careers. I can look back at my experience in 2010, with gratitude and appreciation for the growth and changes that I made in my life and for those who assisted me along the way. I spent time volunteering with hospice, working with people living with brain injuries, and with folks living with dementia. In my internship I worked with folks who had been living with chronic and terminal illnesses and then went on to work at EvergreenHealth in the In Home Mental Health department. These experiences deepened my passion for helping people to make changes, grow, and sometimes accept difficult realities. I am a certifiable plant nerd and my bachelors degree supports that (it's in herbal medicine).
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Demographic Expertise: Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
Approach Description: My approach is warm, open, collaborative, humorous at times, and approchable. We will work to define goals, create a plan and work toward reaching your goals.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $180.00
- Accepts Insurance
- In network with Regence, Premera, and Aetna.
Education & Credentials
Doria McGahey LMHC
- Female
- License # LH61217938
- Licensed in Washington
- Practicing Since 2019
Education: BS - Herbal Sciences Bastyr University in Kenmore, WA 2016
MA Counseling Psychology Bastyr University in Kenmore, WA 2019
Doria McGahey Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Washington
- Online Therapy Details: I offer virtual sessions utilizing HIPAA compliant platforms.
I work with individuals, adults only, virtually Wednesday through Saturday. I focus on trauma, women's issues, anxiety, phobias, and depression. I am EMDR trained and use it with most of the folks I work with. My approach is twofold: we look at the "here and now" and the "then and there." First, we focus on stabilization. I will work with you and teach you tools to help regulate your nervous system, helping you move from an anxious/overwhelmed or shutdown state to a more grounded state. Once you have developed some skills to help manage your daily symptoms, we can begin the gentle, paced work of processing the trauma and childhood experiences that brought you to therapy.