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Testimonials
Testimonials from other Health Care Professionals or Associates
"I have referred several people to Bill. He seems to work miracles. Professionally extremely sharp, he is also deeply empathetic and caring and does not shy away from tough issues. His clients feel thoroughly listened to and understood while gently, cleary steered toward their own path for positive change and finding inner peace."
~ Leslie Dalaba, Licensed Acupuncturist
"I have the privilege to work with Bill about one (1) year as his acupuncturist. I have been seeing patients close to 20 years in Seattle. Bill is an incredible listener, reliable and eager to help. I look for forward to reading his Healing Guide on addiction recovery. He is on my list of referrals for mental health care providers.
~ Truly, EJ Han LAc. Ph.D.
http://la-seattleacupuncture.com
"I have known Bill as a friend and professional for over a decade. We recently worked together on a documentary project of mine. He contributed to script content and added his expertise as it relates to psychology, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence. The depth and breadth of his knowledge along with development of his own modality place him above and beyond a majority of psychotherapists here in Seattle.
He has also been supportive of me and my family through some painful crises and did so with grace and patience."
~ Annette Larson, VP Sales and burgeoning filmmaker
Testimonials from Current or Former Clients
Before I met Bill almost 5 years ago, I didn't consciously know the impact trauma was having in my life. It was deeply hidden and covered by scars of survival.
My little self, who hid in the closet of my childhood home, cowering in an attempt to shield myself from the rage surging through my home was shivering below the surface of my awareness. The young woman who I became was viciously attacked and raped in college screamed to be heard; to be saved. Even my adult self could barely breathe at times because if I did, all of the pain from trauma would drown me and would reveal that my very being had been invaded and hijacked by trauma. It determined how I lived; it defined who I was in this world. I just didn't know it.
Bill has navigated through all the scars, memories and pain with unwavering patience, kindness and unconditional support. He has stayed by my side as I have stumbled and wobbled as well as when I have broken through and triumphed.
Bill accepted and welcomed me in a caring and nonjudgmental manner that I had yet to experience in my life. He understands trauma. He understands grief. He understands turning to substance use to numb and escape suffering. He has masterfully, gently and wisely guided me to unpack and unravel the hurt and fear I have hidden and avoided to years. Bill continues to support me. Buddha bless him.
~ female client
"To be in the presence of someone who listens to you with focused attention, respect and loving kindness is a rare thing indeed. I have found such a counselor in Bill. He has taught me mindfulness; to tap into whatever I am feeling, touch it completely as I can, then gently let it go. The complete acceptance I feel when I am with him is akin to stepping into a warm spot of sunshine."
~ female client
"When I started seeing Bill I was in the depths of drug addiction and was looking for a way back into a healthy and happy life. Traditional recovery programs hadn't worked for me, however I knew change needed to happen. Bill's holistic and mindfulness centered approach helped me face my addiction and it's underlying issues from a place of strength and self-empowerment, allowing me to move forward. I found self-acceptance and an actualized life. His non-judgmental wisdom and guidance have been instrumental in my recovery process and I fully recommend him to anyone in need of support."
~ male client
"I've been a client of Bill's for three years.
He has supported me in my gender expression without applying any standards or fitting me into a box. Bill encouraged me to engage with my feelings and do what feels right for me.
Bill wrote my top surgery letter which was extremely helpful. It allowed me to access a medical care pathway that improved my quality of life. He has supported me in taking steps to feel more at home in my body without applying a narrative to my experience or telling me how to live.
We have used a modified EMDR approach to deal with trauma that has created stability in my life. Additionally his unique 'tripod' framework has given me tools to deal with difficult life situations when they arise.
Bill is a compassionate person with a depth of wisdom. His approach is non-judgmental and he encourages me to bring all my experiences, thoughts and feelings to therapy."
~ a nonbinary and genderqueer client