Aleah Reaves, MA, LMHCA
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
(206) 388-3929 | [email protected]
I offer professional Christian counseling for teens and adult individuals dealing with a variety of struggles including anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anger, grief, and more. With empathy and genuine curiosity, I will listen to your story without judgment. I offer a safe, welcoming space where you can process your trials honestly. As your counselor, I will come alongside you as we work through difficult issues together. Using actionable processes and a goal-oriented treatment plan, we will rely on a variety of proven therapeutic techniques to help you move closer to the person God has created you to be.
Silverdale – Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri
Online ( WA Only ) – Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri
As your counselor, I will provide a space where you can process your trials, understand the impact they are having on your life, and then adjust your thoughts or behaviors based on your new understanding. I view counseling as an opportunity to take the time to understand how life events have impacted our thought processes and how our upbringing contributes to patterns of behavior. Once we have worked through some of those patterns and understand the “why,” then we can decide if we would like to continue those patterns or make changes.
My Goal as a Christian Counselor
As a goal-oriented therapist, I will work with you to establish an actionable treatment plan that meets your needs and desires for therapy. I will provide you with tangible processes and sometimes homework assignments to help you move toward your goals. By providing the necessary tools and skills, my aim is for you to become better equipped to manage your trials in a healthy, productive, and God-honoring way.
What I Offer in Christian Counseling
I am a direct communicator who listens carefully without judgment. In our sessions, I will often check my understanding and clarify important details. Depending on your struggles, we will work on strategies related to emotional regulation and practical coping skills to help you better manage and overcome your symptoms. As a faith-based practitioner, I recognize what an honor it is to be someone’s counselor, and that is not a responsibility I take lightly.
My Approach to Christian Counseling
As a Christian, my faith informs every area of my life. As a counselor, it plays a large role in our therapy sessions as we seek to better understand our thoughts and behavior. Christian counseling allows the therapist and client to look through the same lens regarding what God wants for us.
Qualifications & Experience
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Psychology, and Leadership from the University of Nebraska and a Master of Arts in Educational and Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University.
My Call to Christian Counseling
A variety of life events led me to pursue counseling. Ultimately, I began working at a nonprofit in resource development. The work that we were doing supported counselors and social workers in schools. I decided I wanted to have a direct impact and work face-to-face with individuals. I have always had a strong curiosity about people and human behavior. I love getting to know people’s stories and how their experiences contribute to who they are as individuals.
More About Me/On a Personal Note
I have two young children and enjoy spending time with my family. I love to read a great book or get hooked on a TV series. I enjoy working out and having an active lifestyle outdoors. I also love warm weather and vacationing at the beach.
Areas of Expertise/Specialties
- Abandonment and Neglect
- ADHD
- Aging and Geriatric Issues
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coaching
- Counseling for Teens
- Codependency
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Infidelity and Affairs
- Men’s Issues
- OCD
- Online Counseling
- Personal Development
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Professional Development
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma
- Women’s Issues
Relationship Issues
If you find yourself struggling with relationships, I will provide a safe space for you to process the thoughts and feelings that arise in relationships. We will identify your attachment style including patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will also practice boundaries and emotional regulation to help you communicate more effectively in your relationships.
Personal / Professional Development
I have a passion for personal and professional development. Together, we will develop your full potential and facilitate the realization of your aspirations. We will work to understand how your current habits are pushing you closer to or further away from your goals.
Trauma
I will provide a safe space for you to explore past trauma and practice vulnerability. We will work together to understand the root of your trauma and any shame associated with your trauma. You will learn emotional regulation and coping skills to improve functioning. We will work together to help you develop a sense of control over the trauma.
Anxiety
We will work through reoccurring thoughts and feelings associated with anxiety. Together we will understand how anxiety presents itself physically in your body and build adaptive skills to manage anxiety. We will practice a variety of skills including mindfulness, breathing techniques, and thought association to manage your symptoms.
Availability (by office location):
- Silverdale – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
- Online ( WA Only )– Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment, the full fee per session is required at the time of service.
Insurance: As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA), some insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out of Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents and individuals.
Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction may be added for credit card payments.