Leah Carter, ma, LMHCA
(shE/her)

Adult TherapisT

425.998.8012
leah@kaizencounseling.net

Taking the steps to seek support and imagining change in one's life is difficult. Your presence here reflects a hope for a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

My goal is to support individuals who are seeking to show up authentically in all parts of their lives. I strive to foster a collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel understood and receive support through a culturally sensitive lens that recognizes their unique intersecting identities. I work with people who desire to create a life that is less controlled by their reactions and more a product of their intentions. I use evidence-based techniques to empower clients to regain direction in their lives and clarity of their full potential. 

During sessions, I may pull from various therapeutic techniques informed by different theoretical models. The therapy model that most strongly relates to my therapeutic style is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). This model is similar to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in that it challenges the negative beliefs and patterns one holds and works to replace them with more productive thoughts and behaviors. The key difference is that DBT incorporates elements of acceptance and tolerance to address challenges that are beyond our control. 

My professional and personal experiences have shown me time and again that therapy can create extraordinary change. I've watched people move from surviving to thriving, discover unexpected resilience, and build lives that truly reflect who they are. Having experienced this transformation myself and witnessed it reshape countless lives, I am confident in both the therapeutic process and the incredible potential within each person. I'd be honored to support you on your journey toward greater authenticity and fulfillment.

Schedule a Free Consultation
425.998.8012
leah@kaizencounseling.net

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Therapeutic Approach

Specialties

Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Women's Issues, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Racial and Gender Identity, Postpartum Challenges, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Adoption

What Makes Me Human

Hobbies
I grew up an avid explorer of the outdoors and competitive horseback rider. I now spend my time hiking, weight lifting, or road tripping to new adventures. I am also a voracious reader and love nothing more than curling up with a good book, a cup of coffee, and my cats.

Quirks
My insatiable urge to adopt every animal I see (especially old cats), my pigeon-toed feet, and my deep love for cleaning and organizing.

Fun Fact
As a teenager, I had a tendency of bringing home animals in need. When I was 18, I brought home a potbellied pig as an house pet and named her Millie. To this day, she still is happily part of our family and lives as a city-pig in Seattle!

Clinical Training

  • Bachelor of Science – Western Washington University: Psychology

    Master of Science – Bastyr University: Counseling Psychology

    Bachelor of Arts - Fairhaven College: Human-Animal Interactions Studies with a focus on Animal-Assisted therapies

    Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) #MC61318747

  • - Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
    - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - EMDRIA Approved
    - Trauma Informed Care
    - Behavioral Addiction
    - Administrative Documentation
    - Program Management

Fee Structure

  • Individual Therapy 50-Minutes: $150.00

  • Our Therapists are not contracted with any insurance companies and are considered Out-of-Network (OON) Providers.

  • While we do appreciate as much notice as possible for cancellations and rescheduling, we understand that life happens. If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please notify us 48-hours prior to your scheduled session start time to avoid a charge.

    - 48+ Hours Notice: No Charge

    - Notification between 24-48 hours: $100.00 Charge

    - Less than 24-hours notice/No-Show: Full Session Charge

Contact Leah

Schedule a Free Consultation

425.998.8012
leah@kaizencounseling.net