Individual Therapy for People Who Care for People

Mindfulness and Body-based counseling through a relational social justice lens

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Counseling Services

Trauma-Informed Inividual Therapy

One-on-one sessions that respect your experience and make space to process trauma to restore safety and trust. Learn more about how my approach might suit you.

Counseling & Consultation for Service Providers & Creatives

Counseling and consultation for service providers and artists navigating the systemic or institutional pressures inherent in their work.

Somatic & Mindfulness Skills for Resilience

50-minute sessions teaching practical tools to manage stress, regulate your nervous system, and build lasting resilience through mindfulness, somatic awareness, and relational guidance.

Hi, I’m Calvin

Calvin Linder (he/him) Mental Health Counselor Associate License: (WA) MC61476639 Education: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Seattle University, 2023) Nationally Certified Counselor Capricorn, Libra, Virgo

I am a licensed therapist (LMHCA, CACREP-trained) with over a decade of experience supporting adults through trauma and life transitions in a host of different settings. Both my professional and personal experiences have fostered a deep care and empathy for the people I support and have worked alongside. What sustains me is witnessing individuals continue to adapt, process, and grow, even while navigating the weight of systemic inequities and past or present primary or secondary trauma. I strive to create an affirming and inclusive therapeutic container for individuals of all identities, including LGBTQIA+ people, People of Color, and anyone navigating marginalization or systemic oppression.

I specialize in helping individuals who give of themselves, including those in demanding, community-facing roles such as legal, medical, and social service professionals, as well as people who find grounding and connection through nature, and creative individuals who also give a great deal of themselves to their communities. I support the cultivation of clarity, agency, and resilience as we navigate stress, engage in trauma stewardship, and move through life transitions. I practice from a relational approach grounded in evidence-based somatic and mindfulness-based trauma-informed care, with a systems and social-justice perspective that considers how our identities, worldviews, and life experiences influence mental health. This perspective integrates experiences within these systems as a means of envisioning personal growth.

If youre ready to explore therapy you can start here or Learn more about me and how I came to this work, or explore my approach and theoretical orientation.

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Specialties & Areas of Focus

  • Depression & Mood Disorders

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Childhood & Developmental Trauma

  • Gender & Sexuality Related Issues

  • Substance Use Related Issues

  • ADHD and AuDHD

  • Neurodivergence

  • Psychosis

  • Codependency

  • Relationship Issues

  • Religion, Spirituality & Meaning Making

  • Burnout & Stress Management

  • Working with Creative People

  • Somatic & Body-Based Intelligence

  • PTSD and CPTSD

  • Navigating Systems (Legal, School, Medical)

  • Holistic Supports & Plant Medicine Integration

  • Experiential & Adventure-Based Learning and Healing

  • Nature & Place-Based Holistic Care

  • Psychedelic Integration and Meaning-making

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I’m in-network with Premera Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente (all plans), United Healthcare, Molina of Washington, Regence, and Coordinated Care.

    A goal I’ve held for years that feels truly meaningful to achieve is the ability to provide free therapy for people with limited access to healthcare. I reserve a few spots (5–10, depending on my current caseload) for clients using Apple Health (Molina, Coordinated Care, United Healthcare Community Plan). If you plan to use these plans for payment, I can add you to a short waitlist and contact you when a spot becomes available. We can do a case consultation in advance to see if we’re a good fit, or you can request one when a spot opens.

    If I’m not in-network with your insurance, I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement and walk you through that process.

    I also offer a sliding scale and am happy to discuss options for those who prefer not to use insurance.

  • I support adults, especially people who care for people such as counselors, nurses, attorneys, peer specialists, and case managers, in accessing new parts of themselves through somatic and mindfulness based therapy. This work helps clients process trauma, develop emotional regulation skills, and strengthen their capacity to care for themselves and others. I also work with adults navigating anxiety, complex trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self doubt. Learn more about my approach and why I do this work in my full bio

  • It varies depending on your unique needs, goals, and what you’re working through. While many clients begin to experience positive shifts after a few sessions, I recommend a minimum of 3 months as a trial period to truly start seeing lasting change. This allows time for us to build trust, explore deeper patterns, and apply the tools and techniques that will support your growth. The process is personal, and we’ll check in regularly to adjust the approach as needed, so you can experience tangible progress along the way. If you like we can even incorporate diagnostic assessments and evaluations to measure your outcomes.

  • Yes! I offer free 15-minute consultations as a low-pressure way to connect, explore your needs, and see if we’re a good fit.

  • I require 48-hour notice for cancellations. This ensures fairness and allows sessions to be offered to others in need. Late cancellations or missed sessions may incur a fee. After three late or missed sessions, we’ll discuss a plan to keep therapy effective and accessible. Thank you for helping maintain equity and continuity of care.

  • Yes, research shows online therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Telehealth also offers comfort, accessibility, consistency.

  • Sessions last 50 minutes. The first session (if using insurance) is a diagnostic assessment and intake. Following sessions explore emotions, patterns, and experiences at a pace that feels safe and meaningful. I use somatic, trauma-informed, and mindfulness-based techniques, including meditation, breathwork, stress-reduction practices, and psychoeducation on trauma and neurobiology.

    We may also explore how external social factors like work, community, and cultural influences, interact with your experience of yourself. you can read more about this in my approach

  • Results vary by goals and circumstances. Many clients notice positive shifts after a few sessions, but I recommend a minimum 3-month period for lasting change. We’ll check in regularly and can incorporate assessments to track progress. If at any point you need to take a break, you’re always welcome to return. Therapy doesn’t have to be a long-term commitment.

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Have questions about my practice? Feel free to read my bio or learn more from my Psychology Today profile.

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