Dr. David Simonsen Ph.D.

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Creative Solutions For Daily Problems...

You know how people get repeatedly stuck and hurt in relationships and don't know what to do? I help with that. I listen to you and help you get unstuck. I help you figure out how to heal from your hurt and create new positive ways to do relationships.

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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD In Psychology. I see clients in the Vancouver, WA. Portland Metro and Olympia-Tacoma areas of western Washington. 

I have a passion for growth and healing, and for helping people surmount obstacles and live into the direction of their dreams. I’ve seen and worked with a wide range of common mental health issues– such as stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, behavioral issues, relationship problems, and life transitions–and I have the following areas of special interest and expertise:

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• Family Therapy

• Teens

• Men’s Issues

• Anger, Aggression, and Productive Conflict

• Balancing Emotional Intimacy and Healthy Boundaries

• Integrity, Self-Esteem, and Empowerment

• Creativity and Personal Growth

• Life Coaching

• Couples therapy

• Emotional intimacy

• Needs vs. Wants

My counseling style is warm, interactive, compassionately direct, holistic, and grounded in my experience of what actually works. I welcome you to browse my website for more information About Me and my Services.