Therapy where you are.
Affirming and holistic existential 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 riddled 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 approach therapy with an affirming and holistic existential lens, often with a bit of humor for good measure. I work with clients on building confidence and positive self-talk, bringing insight into family dynamics, taking more purpose-based actions in life, and creating meaningful connections both with self and others. Let’s connect to discuss what you are looking to get out of therapy.
Areas of Focus
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Whether you are struggling with second-guessing decisions, replaying conversations from last night's party all day, or immediately jumping to the worst-case outcome you can think of, recognizing and giving language to these patterns is a crucial first step towards quieting the anxious noise in our brains.
I utilize interventions from ACT, CBT, and Somatic therapy to bring a mindful "here and now" awareness into anxiety, integrating behavioral activation, as well as combining with how stress in the body might influence and impact anxiety levels.
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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 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’re feeling down, stuck, or uninspired—or wanting to change patterns no longer serving you. Perhaps you would like to finish (or start) that one project you’ve been putting off, are ready to make new connections in your life, or wish to improve communication in your relationships. No matter what your needs are for therapy, let’s discuss how you want to write your next chapter in life, and I look forward to joining you on your journey.
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