Stormie West

Yes. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and other challenges that affect emotional well-being. Therapy is a space where we can explore what you're experiencing, identify patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Absolutely. I strive to create a welcoming, affirming, and judgment-free space for LGBTQ+ clients. I understand that finding a therapist who makes you feel genuinely understood and respected can be important. My goal is to meet you where you are, listen to your experiences, and support you in exploring whatever brings you to therapy.

Yes. I use a trauma-informed approach that recognizes how past experiences can continue to affect emotions, relationships, behaviors, and everyday life. We will work collaboratively and at a pace that feels manageable for you. You don't have to share everything before you're ready, and you don't have to navigate difficult experiences alone.

Yes. Grief and life transitions can affect every part of our lives, and there isn't one "right" way to experience them. Therapy can provide a supportive space to process difficult emotions, adjust to change, and better understand what you need as you move forward. We can work together to find ways to cope while honoring your individual experience.

Yes. I have experience working with substance-use concerns and understand that recovery and change are deeply personal. I provide a nonjudgmental space to explore patterns, emotions, relationships, and the circumstances surrounding substance use. Our work can focus on your goals, whether you're seeking change, maintaining recovery, or trying to better understand your relationship with substances.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and talk about what brought you to therapy. You don't need to have everything figured out or know exactly what to say. We'll discuss your concerns, goals, and what you hope to get from therapy, and we'll begin creating a plan together that fits your needs.

My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and individualized. I don't believe therapy should be one-size-fits-all. Depending on your needs and goals, our work may include exploring patterns, processing emotions, developing coping strategies, strengthening relationships, and building practical skills you can use outside of therapy. I want therapy to feel both meaningful and useful.

That's completely okay. Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable, especially if you've never talked with a therapist before or have had difficult experiences in the past. You don't need to know exactly what to say or where to begin. We can start wherever you are, take things at a comfortable pace, and work together to create a space where you feel heard and respected.