Stef Carlander (she/her)

MA, LMHC
Accepting Clients

Hey, I'm Stef (she/her)! Originally from CA but lover of the PNW! Currently accepting new virtual clients (updated July 2026).

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Washington

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Whether you have been to therapy in the past or are trying it out for the first time, I am excited to support you in discovering more of what you want in life. If you need encouragement to begin processing, are in need of some validation or perspective, or are open to exploring more about yourself and how you relate to others, it sounds like we could be a good fit. Consults encouraged!

My Background and Approach

Therapy is a unique type of relationship, and it is important that you can be yourself and feel safe to share what you are going through. Sometimes the therapeutic relationship can even provide insight into how you feel and what you experience outside of therapy. Above anything else, I want you to feel like you can talk about anything with me and to feel understood and deeply cared for. Connection matters! We are all just human.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Supporter of everything women's sports. Always trying to spend more time outside. Impact over intention!!! Therapy has changed my life <3

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Body Image Issues Relationship Issues
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Kaiser
  • First Choice Health
  • LifeWise
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Molina
  • Premera Blue Cross
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $160 - 180/session

Reach out to Stef