Therapy where you are.
Affirming and holistic existential/psychodynamic therapy. In-person and in Seattle and WA.
Welcome to Natura Psychotherapy.
natura (ˌna-toor-ə): from Latin, meaning nature
Part of our human nature is to be struck with questions that have no clear answers. “Do I stay? Should I leave?” “Am I happy? Do I feel content?” “What is my purpose in life?” “Am I too flexible with boundaries? Too rigid?” Though as your therapist I cannot answer these questions for you, I am ready to collaborate with you on this part of your life, as you find what speaks to you authentically.
Hi, I’m James, MA, LMHC and owner/therapist of Natura Psychotherapy, PLLC.
I draw from a depth-work approach to therapy, combing psychodynamics, existential therapy, and ACT. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and hold a non-pathologizing and non-judgmental stance as you explore what matters to you.
I enjoy helping clients build more confidence and positive self-talk, develop insight into their family dynamics, and create more meaningful connections both with themselves and others—as well as how they see their existence in the world. In session, I have a relational, insight-oriented focus, often with a bit of humor thrown in for good measure.
Let’s connect and discuss what you are looking to get out of therapy.
Areas of Focus
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Let's face it, anxiety is a fundamental part of being human. Though it will never truly subside, let's work to try and get it to a manageable level. Whether you are struggling with second-guessing, replaying embarrassing conversations, wondering if people are thinking the worst of you, or jumping to worst-case outcomes, recognizing and giving language to these patterns is a crucial first step towards entering a balanced relationship with our anxiety.
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Maybe you’ve experienced the pattern: you show up in relationships with good intentions, are flexible with people’s requests, and accommodate to other’s needs–and yet something still feels missing in your relationships. Something feels off or out of balance. Unequal, even. Over time, this is exhausting, and distance seems like the only outcome. But distance and silence in relationships might not feel fulfilling if it becomes a regular thing. In therapy, we’ll work on vocalizing emotions, needs, and boundaries when necessary, as you decide what relationships you want to improve, and those you are ready to move on from.
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Are you struggling with performance stage-fright, feeling disconnected and uninspired with art, or battling with some writer’s block? Or perhaps you are wanting to develop your creative muscle, and get the wheels rolling with writing, painting, or that project you’ve been thinking about starting. In therapy, let’s look at the barriers that may be slowing down the creative process, and work to get your authentic voice where you want it.
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Maybe you’re facing a cutoff with your adult child, or are no-contact with another family member or friend. Or maybe you’ve been hurt from a previous relationship (of any kind), and are hesitant to jump back into the driver’s seat of intimacy and vulnerability that are necessary components of sustainable and healthy connection. In therapy, we will work on healing relational wounds, developing your connection to your emotions and needs, and foster the ability to express yourself authentically and compassionately using Non-Violent Communication (NVC).
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Maybe you don't feel like doing the things that make you "you" anymore, or look forward towards events that used to excite you, or have stopped reaching out to friends. I want to validate that it can feel so difficult to get out of these places, and therapy can be a great place to start getting some traction. I believe in emotional awareness as a pillar of emotional well-being, and work collaboratively to help you find and develop more of your purpose in life.
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How we talk ourselves is a major aspect to how we feel, simply put. Are you your biggest advocate? If at some point in time you learned not to be, therapy is a great place to help understand the importance of positive self-talk, and how it shapes our confidence, strengthens our relationships, and let's us be able to become less vigilant about what people may or may not be thinking about us.
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From social media use to doom scrolling and beyond, what are your relationships to your devices? Is there a struggle to go periods of time without needing to “check in” on your phone? In therapy, we can focus on a mindfulness approach so that you can engage with tech intentionally and create boundaries with it, rather than have it be a default or habitual behavior taking you out of the present moment.
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It can be difficult navigating life in a neurotypical designed world. By helping give language to, understand more in-depth, and validate your neurodivergent experiences, we can work together to see how neurodivergency informs your existence and find some tools to help navigate moving forward.
“How do I want to write my next chapter in life?”
Maybe you are feeling stuck in a pattern that is no longer serving you, or needing time for you to heal from a past event or relationship. Therapy is a place where you get to look deeper at what matters to you most in life, and explore how you relate to them. Whether you need a safe space to process what you are feeling or are ready to take more meaningful actions at this stage of life, I look forward to joining you as your therapist.
In-person therapy in Seattle & online therapy for anywhere in Washington state.
Located in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood for in-person therapy. Online therapy utilizes a HIPAA compliant, secure telehealth platform.
Reach out through email or schedule a free consultation to discuss therapy options.
Natura Psychotherapy
3301 Burke Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
Email: james@naturapschyotherapy.com