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Teletherapy: Online Therapy

Secure & Effective Online Therapy in Seattle and Across Washington State

When the pandemic came in 2020, many people in Seattle and across Washington weren’t sure what to expect from online therapy. At first, it felt unfamiliar to meet on a screen instead of in an office. But something surprising happened—online therapy works. Research consistently shows that virtual therapy is just as effective as in-person care for many issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related stress.

What began as a necessary adjustment has become a preferred way to access therapy. Virtual sessions make high-quality care available wherever you are in Washington, all through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms designed to protect your privacy and connection.

Why Online Therapy Works

Therapy doesn’t have to happen in the same room to be powerful, supportive, and deeply meaningful. In fact, many people find that they open up more easily in their own environment. Virtual therapy also increases access to care—especially for people balancing work, parenting, or living outside major metro areas.

  • Flexibility – Fit therapy into your life without commuting or rearranging your schedule.
  • Accessibility – Reach a licensed therapist from anywhere in Washington, from Tacoma to Spokane to Bellingham.
  • Privacy – Meet from a private space at home or another quiet spot—some clients even use a parked car for extra confidentiality.
  • Comfort – Being in your own space can help you feel more relaxed, making therapy conversations flow more naturally.

Which therapy methods work well in online sessions?

Many of the same evidence-based and experiential approaches we use in person also work beautifully online. Our therapists tailor each method to your needs, goals, and style. These may include:

  • The Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Practical tools for improving communication, connection, and conflict resolution in relationships.
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – A deeply supportive approach for helping couples strengthen emotional bonds and reduce conflict.
  • The Developmental Model – A growth-oriented framework that helps partners deepen differentiation, intimacy, and relational maturity.
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) – A compassionate, parts-based approach for healing emotional wounds, reducing overwhelm, and building self-leadership.
  • AASECT-Informed Sex Therapy – Affirming guidance for understanding desire, intimacy, and sexual connection for individuals, couples, and polycules.
  • Somatic Therapies – Body-based awareness techniques that help regulate the nervous system, release tension, and support trauma healing.
  • Solution-Focused Therapy – A strengths-based, forward-looking method that helps you identify clear goals and build momentum toward change.

All of these approaches translate seamlessly to online sessions. You’ll receive the same level of attunement, insight, and support that you would in person.

When In-Person Therapy Might Be a Better Fit

For most people, telehealth is highly effective. However, in-person sessions may be recommended when someone is in acute crisis, has severe symptoms that require immediate support, or doesn’t yet have a private, stable space for virtual therapy. We’ll always discuss what’s best for your safety and success during the intake process.

Access Expert Therapy from Anywhere in Washington

Whether you’re in South Lake Union, Yakima, Spokane, or the Olympic Peninsula, you can connect with our licensed therapists online. Emma, Maggie, Lisa, Lindsey, Rosa, and Justin offer both in-person and virtual sessions. Corey and Misa work exclusively online.

What You Can Work On in Online Therapy

We offer online support for individuals and couples working on goals such as:

  • Improving communication and intimacy
  • Managing anxiety, depression, or burnout
  • Healing from trauma or betrayal
  • Navigating identity, attachment, or major life transitions
  • Strengthening relationships or resolving recurring conflicts
  • Finding balance and purpose in midlife and beyond

Whether you’re seeking individual counseling, relationship therapy, or marriage counseling, you can do it all virtually—from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

Creating Your Private Session Space

To protect confidentiality, all you need is a secure internet connection and a quiet, private place. Many clients use their office, bedroom, or parked car. We’ll help you troubleshoot any setup questions so you can feel comfortable and connected during every session.

Let’s Begin—From Wherever You Are

Clarity Counseling Seattle offers secure, affirming telehealth therapy for individuals and couples across Washington State. You don’t have to face things alone—help is available, wherever you are.

Reach out today to schedule your first online therapy session.
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How Online Therapy at Clarity Counseling Seattle Makes Professional Support More Accessible

Life’s demands don’t always leave room for commuting to appointments — but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on quality mental health care. Our Seattle-based online therapy services bring professional, compassionate support directly to you, wherever you are in Washington State. Using secure telehealth technology, we make it possible to work on your mental, emotional, and relational well-being from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

Flexibility That Fits Your Life

Online therapy lets you schedule sessions around work, school, caregiving, or travel — without the added time and stress of commuting. Whether you’re in Seattle or a rural part of Washington, you can prioritize your mental health without rearranging your entire day.

Effective, Research-Backed Care

Studies show that teletherapy is just as effective as in-person therapy for most concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress management. Our therapists use secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms to provide the same level of personalized, high-quality care you’d receive in our office.

Comfort and Privacy from Your Own Space

Meeting from home can make it easier to speak openly and feel at ease. Many clients find that online sessions help them open up more quickly, creating a deeper connection with their therapist. We ensure every session is conducted with the same level of confidentiality you’d expect in person.

Access to Specialized Services Anywhere in Washington

Telehealth allows you to work with our team of Seattle-based specialists — including couples therapists, sex therapists, and men’s therapy providers — no matter where you live in Washington State. This means you can find the right fit for your needs without being limited by geography.

Justin Pere is one of my top referrals for men and couples in Seattle.

I have worked with many women who have seen Justin as part of couples counseling and they have felt his support and guidance were extremely helpful for their relationship. Justin is a kind, compassionate and highly experienced therapist who I would recommend without hesitation!

Meet Our Therapists :

Justin Pere | Clarity Counseling Seattle

Justin Pere LMHC-S, CST, CGT
Founder, Clinical Director & Lead Therapist

(he/him pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Justin are available via telehealth or in person in Seattle, Washington.

I’m a Certified Sex Therapist and relationship counselor in ...

Rosa Nicole Booker, LMFTA - Seattle Therapist

Rosa Booker MS, LMFTA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

(she/her pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Rosa are held in-person in Seattle or via telehealth on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and via telehealth only ...

Emma Ehrlich, LMHCA - Seattle relationship therapist

Emma Ehrlich MA, LMHCA
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

(she/her pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Emma are held in-person in Seattle or through telehealth on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and via telehealth only ...

Lindsey Pepperoni, MA, LMFT therapist in Seattle, WA

Lindsey Pepperoni MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

(she/her pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Lindsey are held in-person in Seattle on Thursdays and Fridays, and via telehealth on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

I work ...

Maggie Fisher-Shipley, MA, LMFT therapist in Seattle, WA

Maggie Fisher-Shipley MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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Please note: Therapy sessions with Maggie are held in-person in Seattle or via telehealth Monday through Thursday.

Many of the individuals, couples, and polycules ...

Misa Mattson, MA, LMFTA therapist in Seattle, WA

Misa Mattson MA, LMFTA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

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Please note: Therapy sessions with Misa are held exclusively through telehealth for clients anywhere in Washington State.

I work with individuals and couples who want ...

Corey-Thompson, MA, LMHC therapist in Seattle, WA

Corey Thompson MA, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

(he/him pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Corey are held exclusively through telehealth for clients anywhere in Washington State.

Many of the individuals, couples, and polycules I ...

Lisa Stewart, LICSW therapist in Seattle, WA

Lisa Stewart MSW, MJ, LICSW, SUDPT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

(she/her pronouns)

Please note: Therapy sessions with Lisa are available in-person in Seattle on Saturdays, or via telehealth Monday through Friday for clients anywhere in ...

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Making the Most of Telehealth Therapy in Seattle

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Whether you're juggling a packed schedule, avoiding a long commute, or simply prefer the comfort of your own home, telehealth therapy has made getting quality support more accessible than ever. Online therapy has become a popular option in Seattle for individuals, couples, and polycules seeking individual counseling,

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we do! Thanks to the flexibility of telehealth, we’re able to offer online therapy to individuals and couples throughout all of Washington State. Many of our clients live far from Seattle — in smaller towns or rural areas — and appreciate the ability to access high-quality therapy from wherever they are.

Our therapists are licensed in Washington, so as long as you’re physically located within the state during sessions, we can work with you. Since 2020, hundreds of people from across Washington have chosen teletherapy with us and found it to be just as effective as in-person counseling.

If you’re curious whether online sessions are a good fit for you, reach out to us here. We’re happy to answer any questions you have about getting started with virtual therapy.

AI-powered relationship apps can be a helpful starting point for couples looking to explore communication or identify patterns, but they aren't a substitute for real couples therapy. Most of these tools rely on structured questionnaires and pre-recorded videos, which can offer insight but fall short of the personalized, real-time support that a trained therapist provides.

Unlike AI, a human therapist can attune to emotional nuance, help regulate conflict in the moment, and guide couples through deeper healing and repair. If you're curious about the differences, this blog post explains why therapy goes beyond what AI tools can offer.

Relationship coaches can offer general support and strategies for improving communication or reaching goals in a relationship, but they aren’t licensed mental health professionals. A couples therapist is clinically trained and licensed to address deeper emotional, relational, and psychological issues, including trauma, attachment patterns, and long-standing conflict.

Therapists also adhere to strict ethical and confidentiality standards and often integrate research-based approaches like the Gottman Method. If you're dealing with repeated arguments, emotional disconnection, or intimacy struggles, working with a licensed couples therapist is likely the most effective choice.

We offer both in-person and online (telehealth) therapy sessions, depending on your preferences and which therapist you’d like to work with.

Several of our therapists see clients in person at our Seattle office in South Lake Union, while others offer therapy exclusively online. Many clients choose online therapy for its flexibility and convenience, and we’ve found telehealth to be just as effective as in-person sessions for a wide range of concerns.

If you’re open to either format, we recommend focusing on choosing the best therapist fit for your needs, and we’ll help you determine whether they offer sessions in the format you prefer. If you’re specifically looking for in-person therapy, just let our intake team know and we’ll match you with one of our therapists who sees clients at the office.

For more insights into how teletherapy has evolved and why so many clients now prefer it, you may find our blog post on the benefits of online therapy helpful.

Private Online Therapy in 98109

Yes—your online sessions are absolutely private. We use SimplePractice, a secure telehealth platform specifically designed for therapists, with client confidentiality at its core. Your online therapy sessions are fully HIPAA-compliant and protected just as they would be in person at our Seattle office.

If you have any concerns about online privacy or want to make sure teletherapy is right for you, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to answer questions and help you feel confident getting started.

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