Online in Washington
(Online Only)
My path to becoming a mental health counselor is deeply personal. After experiencing trauma in 2010, counseling became a turning point in my life. It not only helped me heal but also gave me the confidence to return to school and pursue an entirely new career. Looking back, I feel tremendous gratitude for the growth I experienced and for the people who supported me along the way. That experience shaped the counselor I am today.
Since becoming a mental health counselor in 2019, I have been passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and hope. I believe that healing is possible, even when life feels overwhelming, and that therapy can be a place where meaningful change begins.
My early professional experience includes volunteering with hospice, supporting individuals living with brain injuries and dementia, working with people facing chronic and terminal illnesses during my internship, and providing care through EvergreenHealth's In Home Mental Health program. These experiences have strengthened my appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit and deepened my commitment to helping people grow, adapt, grieve, heal, and find acceptance when life presents difficult realities.
I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Whether you're working through trauma, coping with illness, navigating life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to meet you where you are and support you in creating a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
Outside of my work as a therapist, I'm a self-proclaimed plant nerd. I hold a bachelor's degree in Herbal Medicine, and my love of plants reflects my appreciation for growth, resilience, and the healing that can happen over time—both in nature and in ourselves.
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.