Autumn Star (they/them)

LSWAIC, MSW
Accepting Clients

I am a queer, polyamorous, non-disabled, white, genderqueer, Jewish, United States born person.

Associate Clinical Social Worker in Washington
Supervised by Morgan Vanderpool, LICSW LW60650525

Services
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Group

About My Clients

Currently accepting new relationship clients, I do NOT take individuals. I work with couples, polycules, new relationships, friends, platonic life partners, families and groups. I am passionate about serving folx who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ and poly/ethical non-monogamy communities. I have depth of experience supporting folx navigating communication struggles, relationship changes, polyamory/Ethical non-monogamy, marginalization, gender identity, and neurodivergence.

My Background and Approach

My approach is to meet people where they are at and support them in exploring what tools, resources, and practices can best aid them in living into their authentic selves. In sessions I address root impacts of trauma and oppression, the context of society and culture, and how we can grow and heal. I operate from an anti-oppressive, intersectional lens, and am sex and kink positive. Resources I utilize include Somatics, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Spoons Theory, among others. People and organizations I continue to learn from include: Holistic Resistance, Resmaa Menakem, adrienne maree brown, The Adaway Group, Alternatives to Violence Project, and Resource Generation.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Living in a society that prioritizes profit over people and systematically privileges & oppresses based on identity takes a large toll. Existing in this world is no easy feat, no matter what life looks like. I believe therapy is a resource to help us navigate living in this world and be intentional about how we show up in it. My passions include social responsibility, healing work, dance, gathering with community, and exploring relational and group dynamics. I love to grow emotionally and intellectually, individually and communally. I work to be my authentic self, bring compassion to my community, and live into my values.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Attachment Theory Internal Family Systems Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Nonviolent Communication
  • Relational Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Integrative Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Family Conflict Gender Identity Therapy Polyamorous and Open Relationships
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Parenting
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $210/session

Reach out to Autumn