Forgiveness therapists in Seattle, Washington WA
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Finley Anderson
Therapist, LMFT
Forgiveness is not something you owe anyone, it’s not about pretending what happened was okay, can’t be rushed or forced. Forgiveness begins with making room for everything you feel and having your experience truly witnessed before any letting go.
3 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
RelaxingOne.com Ned David Bratspis, PC
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Forgiveness means giving up all hope of a better past.
35 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
Vanessa Hooper
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, PMH-C
Forgiveness isn't one-size-fits-all, and it is not the same as forgetting or excusing. I help you figure out what forgiveness would actually mean for you, if it's even the goal, and work through the grief and anger underneath it.
6 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals navigating the process of forgiveness, helping clients work through hurt, resentment, and unresolved emotional pain. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and values-based interventions, I support clients in understanding the impact of past experiences while developing the capacity to release anger and move forward. My work emphasizes that forgiveness is a personal, empowering process—not condoning harm, but freeing oneself from its lasting effects—allowing clients to regain peace, clarity, and emotional balance.
2 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
Forgiveness is a loaded word. I'm not interested in telling you who to forgive, or how. But if you find yourself focused on the events surrounding a specific person, there might be some survival energy, emotional or physical, tied into that situation.
Using Somatic Experiencing to express and move that survival response so you feel safe again can help you 'un-fixate' from that person...and some may call that forgiveness. I prefer the term 'moving on', but we all have different language for this kind of thing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
Dr. Janelle Louis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ND, PMHNP-BC
Forgiveness is a process. In our work together, I'll help you navigate emotional injuries, release resentment in a healthy way, and move forward without minimizing your pain. You’ll learn how to let go while still honoring your boundaries and healing journey.
10 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA Washington (Online Only)
Alignwell Modern Therapy
Counselor/Therapist
Unresolved hurt and resentment can weigh heavily on emotional well-being. Therapy can help you process painful experiences, explore what forgiveness means to you, and move toward greater peace and emotional freedom. We can support you as you move through this process, so you don't have to do it alone.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Seattle, WA
Online in Seattle, WA Washington
Umbrella Therapy - Andrew Baker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
What is Forgiveness?
It’s helpful to distinguish between forgiveness and exoneration. Forgiveness is the internal process of releasing the heavy burden of resentment and the desire for retribution. Exoneration, on the other hand, implies that the person did nothing wrong or is "off the hook." You can forgive someone while still acknowledging that their actions were unacceptable.
Should I Forgive?
The question of "should" is deeply personal. A better question might be: Is it safe for me to do so? Emotional Safety: Does holding onto this anger protect you, or is it draining your energy? Physical Safety: Forgiveness does not mean putting yourself back in harm's way.
The Role of Boundaries
One of the biggest myths about forgiveness is that it requires reconciliation. Forgiving someone does not mean you have to bring them back into your life the way they were before—or at all. You can find peace with the past while maintaining a very firm "no" in the present.
Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself; a boundary is a gift you give your future.
We will work together to define what "moving on" looks like for you—whether that involves a restored relationship or a quiet, final goodbye.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Seattle, WA
Online in Seattle, WA Washington
Seattle's tech economy — driven by Amazon, Microsoft, and a dense startup ecosystem — has made burnout, imposter syndrome, and the social costs of rapid wealth inequality prominent themes in local therapy. The "Seattle Freeze" — a widely noted phenomenon of difficulty forming close friendships — means therapists here frequently address loneliness, social anxiety, and the challenge of building genuine community in an outwardly welcoming but emotionally reserved city. Seattle's progressive culture sustains strong demand for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, neurodiversity specialists, and practitioners working with race, identity, and social justice themes. UW Medicine and Swedish Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources alongside one of the most therapist-dense cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Forgiveness therapists in Seattle, Washington Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Seattle, Washington average 16 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 43% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 41% | Christian |