Jody Richter MS, MA, LMHC, NCC, CTTP ll, CSP-ADHD, CCATP WA LH61323638. I believe therapy is client driven and am an allied provider. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, and trauma. My approach I utilize CBT, Person-Centered, Talk Therapy, CPT, and Narrative Therapy depending on the client’s goals and needs. My focus I have experience working with adults and adolescents impacted by trauma. Assisting with ADHD symptom management, polyamory relationships, couple counseling, and abuse trauma. My communication style I prefer beginning with a friendly conversation to create a therapeutic alliance. Therapy, like life, has happy and sad elements. I am a solution-based therapist and my goal is to help you create your own inner therapist by equipping you with the tools to manage your symptoms. My journey to mental healthcare People are my passion, and I feel privileged to be allowed to participate in my clients' lives. In the past, I have worked with families, couples, and individuals in different settings including roles at Head Start, a child abuse intervention center, a women’s shelter, and counseling different populations. My goals for you During the intake, I first explain the purpose of goal-setting in that the goals must be obtainable time, measured, and pertinent to the client. Next, I asked the client what they would like to accomplish in therapy and then together we create the goals. My first session with you The first visit is always about introducing ourselves both the client and myself. Next, I ask what the client would like to accomplish in therapy. Then ask the client for some background information regarding prior therapeutic relationships. Finally, before the session is over I will give the client at least three regulation tools so that Client can have some practical tools by the end of the session to manage their symptoms.