What are the Best Seattle Therapy Resources?
Seattle has a rich mental health landscape, but navigating it can feel overwhelming. As a therapist who's been part of this community for over 15 years, I've built a comprehensive network of trusted resources. Whether you need immediate crisis support, specialized treatment, affordable options, or community resources, this guide will help you find what you need in the Seattle area.
Crisis Resources (Available 24/7)
Immediate Help
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
24/7 availability
Trained counselors
All crisis types
Anonymous option
Crisis Clinic of King County
24-Hour Crisis Line: 206-461-3222
Text "HEAL" to 741741
Warm line: 877-500-WARM
Mobile crisis teams available
Follow-up services
Emergency Services
911 for immediate danger
Nearest ER
Harborview Psychiatric Emergency
Swedish Ballard Behavioral Health
Overlake Psychiatric Emergency
Specialized Crisis Support
Teen Link (Youth)
1-866-TEENLINK (833-6546)
Text: 66746
6 PM - 10 PM
Youth-focused support
Parent resources
Domestic Violence
National: 1-800-799-7233
LifeWire 24-hour: 425-746-1940
New Beginnings: 206-522-9472
Safe shelter referrals
Legal advocacy
Sexual Assault
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
24-hour: 888-998-6423
Hospital advocacy
Therapy referrals
Support groups
Community Mental Health Centers
Comprehensive Services
Sound Mental Health Multiple Seattle locations
Sliding scale fees
Insurance accepted
Medication management
Group therapy
Case management
Valley Cities Kent, Auburn, and South King
Full spectrum care
Crisis services
Specialized programs
Cultural programs
Addiction services
Neighborcare Health Multiple clinics
Integrated healthcare
Behavioral health
Sliding scale
Insurance/Medicare
Multilingual services
Specialized Community Programs
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)
Homeless services
Mental health support
Crisis intervention
Housing programs
Harm reduction
Asian Counseling and Referral Service
Culturally specific
Multiple languages
All ages
Sliding scale
Community programs
Consejo Counseling
Latino/Hispanic focus
Bilingual services
Sliding scale
Family therapy
Substance abuse
Specialized Treatment Centers
Trauma and PTSD
The Healing Center
Trauma specialists
EMDR trained
Group programs
Intensive options
Insurance accepted
Harborview Center for Sexual Assault & Traumatic Stress
Specialized trauma care
Research-based treatment
Training programs
Sliding scale
Expert providers
Eating Disorders
The Emily Program
All levels of care
Multidisciplinary team
Insurance coordination
Virtual options
Family involvement
Eating Recovery Center
Intensive programs
Outpatient services
Specialized tracks
Insurance accepted
Comprehensive care
Substance Abuse
Therapeutic Health Services
Multiple locations
Medication-assisted treatment
Mental health integration
Sliding scale
Harm reduction
Recovery Cafe
Community support
Free programs
Peer support
Recovery circles
No barriers
LGBTQ+ Resources
Lambert House
Youth focus (22 and under)
Drop-in center
Mental health support
Community programs
Safe space
Gay City
Health and wellness
Mental health referrals
Testing services
Community center
Support groups
Ingersoll Gender Center
Trans-specific support
Support groups
Provider referrals
Community resources
All ages
Low-Cost Therapy Options
Training Clinics
Seattle University
Graduate student therapists
Supervised care
$15-40 per session
Various approaches
Quality training
Antioch University
Sliding scale
Student clinicians
Experienced supervisors
Multiple specialties
Community focus
The Seattle School
$25-50 per session
Depth-oriented
Relational focus
Qualified supervision
Limited availability
Sliding Scale Networks
Open Path Collective
$30-80 per session
Vetted therapists
One-time membership
Online directory
Various specialties
Psychology Today
Filter by fee
Direct contact
Verified providers
Specialties listed
Reviews available
Support Groups
Condition-Specific
NAMI Seattle (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Free support groups
Family groups
Educational programs
Peer support
Various locations
DBSA (Depression Bipolar Support Alliance)
Peer-led groups
Free attendance
Multiple locations
Online options
Educational resources
12-Step and Recovery
AA/NA/Al-Anon
Hundreds of meetings
All neighborhoods
Various formats
Free attendance
24/7 availability
SMART Recovery
Alternative to 12-step
Science-based
Free meetings
Online options
Self-empowerment
Grief Support
Cancer Lifeline
Free groups
Various types
Professional facilitation
Ongoing support
Beautiful space
Providence Grief Support
Multiple groups
Different losses
Free attendance
Professional led
Ongoing programs
Online and App Resources
Therapy Platforms
Local Therapists Online:
Many Seattle therapists virtual
Insurance often covered
Established relationships
Quality care
Convenience option
Mental Health Apps
Crisis Support:
MY3 (suicide prevention)
notOK (crisis alert)
MindShift (anxiety)
PTSD Coach
Sanvello (insurance covered)
Daily Support:
Headspace/Calm
DBT Coach
eMoods (mood tracking)
Youper (AI support)
Ten Percent Happier
Insurance Navigation
Resources for Coverage
Washington Apple Health
Free/low-cost coverage
Mental health included
Easy enrollment
Full benefits
Provider network
Healthcare Navigator
Free assistance
Insurance selection
Enrollment help
Benefits explanation
Local offices
Psychiatric Services
Medication Management
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Often more available
Full prescribing
Therapy included sometimes
Insurance accepted
Shorter waits
Psychiatry Clinics
Seattle Psychiatry & Psychology
Mindful Psychiatry
Sound Psychiatry
Pine Street Clinic
Various approaches
When I Refer Out
My Referral Network
I Maintain Relationships For:
Couples therapy
Group therapy
Psychiatry
Specific specialties
Different approaches
What I Consider:
Clinical excellence
Ethical practice
Good outcomes
Communication willingness
Client fit
Using This Guide
Finding Your Path
Start By Identifying:
Immediate vs. ongoing needs
Financial resources
Insurance coverage
Specific concerns
Practical constraints
Then:
Call/research options
Ask questions
Trust your gut
Try what resonates
Adjust as needed
Remember
Help exists
Options available
Cost shouldn't prevent care
Community supports you
Recovery possible
Your Seattle Mental Health Journey
This guide represents just a portion of Seattle's mental health resources. New programs emerge, waitlists vary, and needs change. During our consultation, I can help you:
Navigate specific resources
Provide warm referrals
Coordinate care
Answer questions
Support your journey
