Trauma-Informed Therapy · Washington State
I'm MJ Valentine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate offering compassionate, evidence-based therapy for adults navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions.
License #MHCA.MC.61678538
Washington State
About Me
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University (2015) and over a decade of experience helping people navigate personal and professional transitions. My career began in coaching and talent development, but I was drawn to deeper, more meaningful conversations — the kind that support real healing and transformation.
During my clinical training, I completed my practicum at Valley Cities, where I worked with individuals facing severe trauma, systemic oppression, and complex socioeconomic challenges. That experience deeply shaped my understanding of resilience and affirmed my commitment to creating a safe, affirming space for people from all walks of life.
Therapy, for me, is a relationship built on trust, curiosity, and compassion. My role is to walk alongside you — helping you reconnect with parts of yourself that may have been buried under pain or pressure — as you move toward healing.
I offer in-person therapy in Washington state, as well as online and phone sessions for Washington residents.
✦ LMHCA · Washington State · License #MHCA.MC.61678538Areas of Focus
Specialized trauma-informed care including parts work and EMDR training, helping you process and move beyond what happened.
Evidence-based tools to calm the nervous system and rebuild confidence in your daily life and relationships.
Compassionate support through loss of all kinds — honoring your experience while gently moving forward.
Navigating major changes — career, identity, relationships — with clarity and a sense of renewed direction.
Supporting professionals experiencing burnout, workplace trauma, and the stress of high-demand environments.
A safe, nonjudgmental space that honors and affirms your full identity and lived experience.
Practical strategies and compassionate support for adults navigating attention and executive function challenges.
Helping you understand patterns in relationships and develop healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Specialized support for those navigating the layered impacts of prolonged or repeated traumatic experiences.
My Approach
My therapeutic style is collaborative, relational, and client-centered. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I draw from a variety of evidence-based modalities to meet you exactly where you are.
Our work together will be guided by goals we co-create — flexible and evolving as your needs and circumstances shift. Whether you prefer practical tools and structure, or a slower, more reflective space, I tailor sessions to meet your needs.
I am also actively engaged in ongoing training in DBT, advanced trauma-informed care, and EMDR — because I believe in lifelong learning to offer the most effective, compassionate support possible.
Above all, I strive to create a space where you can be real — messy parts and all. My job isn't to fix you. It's to help you understand your story and build a life that feels more aligned, empowered, and whole.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing using bilateral stimulation tappers — helping the brain process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional charge.
Internal Family Systems work helps you befriend the different parts of yourself — protectors, exiles, and the compassionate Self — to restore inner harmony.
Body-based techniques that help you track and release stored tension, reconnect with physical sensation, and process trauma held in the body.
Understanding your autonomic nervous system's states — fight, flight, freeze, or safety — to build regulation skills and expand your window of tolerance.
Identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns that drive anxiety, depression, and avoidance.
A relational foundation of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and goal-oriented work centered on your strengths.
Books & Resources
A book normalizing childhood grief and resiliency — helping young readers understand and process difficult emotions.
A story about being yourself — celebrating individuality and self-expression for children of all ages.
CPTSD: An Overview
Digital GuideA comprehensive guide to understanding Complex PTSD — its roots, symptoms, and pathways toward healing.
Professional Disclosure & Informed Consent
Welcome. Whether you're new to therapy or returning, I understand that taking this step requires courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you. This document gives you a clear picture of who I am, how I work, and what you can expect.
I'm MJ Valentine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) in Washington State (License #MHCA.MC.61678538). I earned my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University in 2015. Before returning to psychotherapy, I spent over ten years as a coach and advisor, helping people navigate personal and professional transitions.
Your privacy is paramount. Information you share is confidential, with the following exceptions: risk of harm to yourself or others; suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or vulnerable adult; court subpoena; insurance claims processing; or professional supervision (no identifying details shared). Client records are securely stored digitally and accessible only to me.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
To schedule an appointment, please email hello@counselingwellbeing.com. For clinical questions or imminent concerns before a session, you may also reach me at MJVWell@PM.me (HIPAA-compliant).
Get in Touch
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious if therapy could help — I'd be honored to hold space for you.
Email to request an appointment
hello@counselingwellbeing.com
Counseling Services for Wellbeing
For questions or imminent concerns
[email protected]
HIPAA-compliant · Not for scheduling
In-person (Washington State)
Online · Phone Sessions
Available to WA residents
* Please email hello@counselingwellbeing.com to request an appointment