Bothell, Washington Counseling Center

22232 17th Ave SE, #305, Bothell, WA 98021

Our office in Bothell, Washington provides compassionate counseling services designed to help you achieve better mental health and well-being.

Popular Services We Offer In Bothell

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Trauma therapy

Marriage counseling

Couples counseling

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Teen therapy

Family therapy

Grief counseling

Teen ADHD counseling

Parenting therapy

Child behavioral therapy

EMDR therapy

Client Testimonials

Mike Brown

★★★★★

"Easy to talk to and very insightfull"

Meet Our Dedicated Therapists in Bothell

At Meadowbrook Counseling, every member of our team, from therapists to administrative staff, is dedicated to supporting you on your journey to wellness. We are not just professionals but also compassionate allies who are committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where healing and transformation can flourish. Our expert therapists specialize in various evidence-based modalities, ensuring personalized care tailored to your unique needs and goals. Join us, and experience the Meadowbrook difference - where empathy, expertise, and empowerment converge for holistic mental wellness.

Allison Forrest, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Allison Forrest, LMHCA, EMDR

Allison is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate who received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwest University. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in relational therapy, emphasizing walking alongside her clients through their personal journeys. She fosters a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges.

Allison uses person-centered and somatic-informed practices, and she is a trained EMDR practitioner and frequently integrates EMDR techniques to support meaningful healing. Allison helps clients understand and harmonize different parts of themselves, promoting internal balance and resilience. With a collaborative focus, she works closely with clients to delve into their thoughts and emotions, uncovering the influences behind their current behaviors and enhancing their self-awareness.

Allison has experience supporting diverse populations, including women, individuals, the LGBTQ+ population, and families. She addresses challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues, empowering clients by recognizing their strengths and fostering a deeper sense of security and self-compassion. Emphasizing a light-hearted, interactive process tailored to individual needs, she offers tools, techniques, and knowledge for healing and growth. Allison aims to help clients achieve greater peace, connection, and authenticity.

Leada Taghipour, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Leada Taghipour, LMFTA

Leada is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) in Washington who meets clients exactly where they are. She offers a collaborative and supportive space for individuals, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, stress, and struggles with confidence, connection, and an overall well-being.

Her work is grounded in person-centered therapy, with a focus on truly understanding each client’s unique experience and helping them feel heard, supported, and empowered. She also incorporates evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) concepts, mindfulness, and Polyvagal Theory. By weaving these approaches together, she helps clients build self-awareness, resilience, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.

Leada partners with clients to explore patterns, relationships, and challenges in a safe and compassionate environment. Her aim is to help you feel more grounded, centered, and in tune with your own inner guidance so you can move forward in life with clarity and confidence.

She has experience supporting clients across the lifespan and especially enjoys helping people with relational stress, communication challenges, and the everyday ups and downs of life. Leada earned her master’s degree from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, and is bilingual in Farsi. She is committed to providing personalized care that supports growth, strengthens relationships, and fosters authentic change. Leada believes true change happens when people feel deeply understood, and she strives to create that experience in every session.

Ashlee Jo Blount, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Ashlee-Jo Blount, LMHC

Ashlee-Jo is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in the state of Washington. She obtained her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Hawaii in Hilo. She has been fortunate in being able to work with a diverse population, including individuals with varying backgrounds. Her training has led to her being able to work with individuals from various cultural backgrounds, people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, adults of all ages, and people with varying spirituality and religious beliefs. She is passionate about working with individuals with varying mental health diagnoses, from trauma, addiction, mood disorders, and neurodivergence.

Ashlee-Jo believes in a holistic approach and utilizes trauma-informed care to meet clients where they are in life to foster a strong therapeutic relationship. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment to encourage trust and openness needed for the hard work of therapy. She is experienced with evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and person-centered approaches. She is able to integrate these approaches in a personalized way to provide support throughout treatment. She values working alongside clients to provide psychoeducation around mental health, encouraging self-awareness and compassion, increasing resilience, building coping skills, and providing advocacy and empowerment.

Becky Wierman, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Becky (Wierman) Seymour, LMHC, EMDR certified, Supervisor

Becky is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in the state of Washington. She holds a clinical master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from the University of Denver and brings a wealth of experience from her work with adolescents, families, and individuals in a variety of therapeutic settings. Becky embraces an eclectic approach to therapy, integrating diverse modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Her therapeutic approach is holistic and highly personalized, blending evidence-based practices with a profound understanding of the emotional and psychological impacts of trauma, life transitions, and daily stressors.

At the heart of her work is a commitment to fostering a strong therapeutic alliance characterized by open, honest, and trusting communication. Becky’s style is direct and transparent, offering insights and guidance with the right balance of compassion and humor. She believes deeply in the power of creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through this collaborative process, Becky supports her clients in finding meaning, inner peace, and a deeper understanding of their personal journeys, encouraging them to embrace their strengths and work toward lasting growth and healing.

Candice McVay, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Candice McVay, MHP, LICSW, EMDR

Candice is a licensed independent clinical social worker based in the state of Washington. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington. Candice's practice encompasses a diverse clientele, inclusive of individuals from various backgrounds, such as people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, teenagers, adults of all ages, and those who have endured relationship violence or experienced physical and sexual abuse.

As a trauma-informed provider, Candice integrates insights from multiple theoretical perspectives and techniques, primarily rooted in a behaviorist framework. She specializes in understanding how challenging life circumstances can impact an individual's adaptive strategy. Candice frequently employs therapeutic methods derived from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), person-centered therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), empowerment, and advocacy to best serve her clients.

Michelle O'Neill, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Michelle O'Neill, LMHCA

Michelle O'Neill is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington State, committed to providing compassionate and personalized care. She earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwest University and holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Arizona State University. Before pursuing counseling, she gained valuable experience in both healthcare and educational settings, deepening her understanding of diverse client needs.

Therapeutic Approach

Believing that every individual is unique, Michelle takes a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy. She ensures that each client feels heard, empowered, and in control of their healing journey. Her practice integrates evidence-based techniques, including:

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

She specializes in working with individuals facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders/body dysmorphia, and identity issues. No matter the challenge, she is dedicated to walking alongside her clients, providing guidance and support as they work toward healing, clarity, and personal growth.

Supporting Children & Families

In addition to working with adults, Michelle has extensive experience supporting children as young as two years old. With a strong background in child development, she provides age-appropriate therapy that incorporates art, play, and creative interventions to foster healing in a natural and engaging way. She also works closely with families, helping to rebuild trust, strengthen parent-child relationships, and promote open, honest communication within the home.

A Safe & Supportive Space

No matter where a client is on their journey, Michelle offers a compassionate, strengths-based environment where they can explore, heal, and take meaningful steps toward their goals. She believes that no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone and is dedicated to providing the support and guidance needed to foster growth and resilience.

Dominick Allen, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Dominick Allen, LICSW, EMDR

Meet Dominick Allen, Dom for short if you prefer. Dominick is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who specializes in grief, trauma work, and chronic illness. It is also important to Dominick that he connects with the queer community, in which he is a part of, and the many intersectionalities within this. Dominick is originally from Nevada, having lived all over the state, and then spent some years in Portland, Oregon, before settling here in Bothell. Prior to his focus on mental health, he explored the legal, medical, and systems worlds of social work, as Dominick finds importance in being well-rounded before exploring someone’s connection to themselves, others, and this world.

Dominick integrates many approaches in grief and trauma work based on an individual’s specific needs, requests, and through collaborative and transparent discussion. Working together to provide education about your mental health and why he may be taking a specific approach helps both of you come together in communication and really get to the tough stuff. Something that Dominick aims for is to have a direct approach while still respecting someone’s personhood. He encourages ongoing dialogue rather than it being a one-sided experience of only one person speaking. Please show up ready for some engaging, but at times difficult, conversations.

Dominick is a humanistic therapist who focuses on grief and trauma-informed therapies. Modalities he often leans on are CBT incorporated into his basic language, EFT concepts, IFS, ACT, DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Grief Therapy.

Ashlee Beers, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Ashlee Beers, CMHC-I

Ashlee is receiving a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Messiah University and holds a Graduate Certificate in Psychology from the American College of Greece. In addition to counseling, she has certifications and experience that contribute to a practical and holistic approach, including financial coaching, kettlebell fitness training, and pastoral counseling.

In her practice, Ashlee utilizes a variety of modalities stemming from a cognitive framework, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Adlerian Therapy. She is trained to address challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, life transitions, spiritual trauma, and identity issues. She has worked with teens, college students, and adults from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, people of color, immigrants, and those who have endured relationship violence or experienced physical and sexual abuse.

Ashlee’s approach is compassionate, direct, and collaborative. She works hard to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can bring their hurts, burdens, questions, and concerns and come to find support and resources in building awareness, developing skills, and finding a deeper meaning in their lives that will equip them to grow and find lasting inner healing.

Laura Krieger, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Laura Krieger, LICSW, EMDR

Meet Laura. Laura is a licensed clinical social worker in Washington state, based in Bothell. Her therapy style centers on collaboration. Together, you can identify your desired goals and work to achieve meaningful change in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. What goals are you ready to work toward now?

Whether you are facing challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship dynamics, or life transitions, Laura is there to support you in overcoming obstacles and reclaim a sense of empowerment and balance. Her journey into this field stems from a desire to partner with others in enhancing their self-awareness, strengthening their capacities, and building the lives they truly desire. Currently, she is seeing adults, couples, and adolescents.

In Laura's practice, she integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), and mindfulness techniques. The influence of the body's nervous system on mental health is sometimes overlooked, which is why Laura believes integrating both the mind–thoughts and emotions–AND the body into therapy can be so valuable. She has experience working across various settings, including primary and secondary schools, addiction services, and outpatient mental health therapy services. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Nebraska and is licensed in Washington State.

Outside of therapy, Laura enjoys spending time with her family, reading, drawing, working on puzzles, and being outside!

Laura understands that starting therapy can feel scary, and she honors the courage it takes to take that first step. Whether in-person at our Bothell office or remotely in Washington, Laura offers a welcoming space to explore what your growth journey looks like.

Olivia Eilers, Therapist in Bothell, Washington

Meet Olivia Eilers, LICSWA

Olivia is a Licensed Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC) in Washington State, dedicated to creating a collaborative and supportive space for her clients to move toward meaningful growth. She believes that profound healing happens when people feel truly seen, understood, and safe enough to explore all parts of themselves. Her work is deeply personalized, tailored to each client's unique values, personal story, goals, and desired pace.

She views mental health symptoms not as flaws, but as messengers—often reflecting learned ways of coping with pain, protecting the self, or navigating unmet needs. In therapy, Olivia guides clients to explore these signals with curiosity and compassion. Through this process, they can work together to gently shift patterns that are no longer effective, moving beyond simple symptom relief toward deeper, lasting change. Olivia is particularly drawn to helping clients understand how past experiences shape their present, unlearn harmful internalized narratives, and reconnect with their innate sense of agency, meaning, and self-compassion.

Olivia earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. She has experience working with adults, adolescents, and children navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family challenges, identity exploration, perfectionism, and life transitions. Her approach is integrative, blending relational, attachment-based, and trauma-informed frameworks with evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This allows her to thoughtfully tailor therapy to each client’s unique needs and goals.

She recognizes that starting therapy can feel daunting. She offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel heard, respected, and empowered. No matter where you are on your journey, you do not have to take the next step alone. Olivia provides a space for both healing from specific struggles and for personal growth.

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