Dennis W. McCarthy, MA LMHC — Marriage or relationship counselor in Seattle, WA
Address1904 3rd Ave #915 WA, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone+1206-595-2659
Websiteunstuckseattle.com
Dennis W. McCarthy is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with a private practice in Seattle, Washington, established in 2006. He holds a Master of Arts in Systems Counseling from the Leadership Institute of Seattle at Bastyr University and a BA in the Growth and Structure of Cities from Haverford College. McCarthy's approach focuses on helping individuals understand and move past life patterns that cause them to feel stuck, whether related to relationships, career, anxiety, or depression. He utilizes various therapeutic approaches including Bowen Family Systems, Structural, Narrative, Solution Focused, Contextual, and Cognitive Behavioral theories. McCarthy has a special focus on the LGBTQ+ community, though he welcomes all clients. His diverse professional background includes experience as a city planner, in the software industry, and in the nonprofit sector, with a focus on organizational leadership and civic engagement.
Best for
- Individuals seeking to understand life patterns
- Clients experiencing relationship issues
- Members of the LGBTQ+ community
- Those facing career challenges
| Key services | Individual counseling, Couples counseling, Group counseling, Workshops |
| Tags | systems counseling, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, lgbtq+ affirming, anxiety treatment, depression treatment, relationship counseling, career counseling, seattle therapist |
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