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Gail McDonell(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Washington

Addiction-ADHD- Anxiety - Eating disorders & disordered eating- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Trauma-

Foundations Counseling LLC

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Accepting in-person & online

In-network with some insurances

$140

About Specialties Locations Insurance & Fees

Professional statement

Gail McDonell is a licensed mental health therapist who office is located in Arlington Washington. She sees clients both in person and via Telehealth. She has a background in addiction therapy and was a drug and alcohol counselor before obtaining her degree in mental health.

She supports military members as well as first responders, having been a former military spouse for over 20 years. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual depending on there need and what they hope to obtain from therapy. She believes that a therapeutic relationship is the base on which to build trust as this will help the client to allow the therapist to be a guide to help them navigate towards reaching their goals.

The client is responsible for doing the work in order for change to happen. The therapist is the guide that offers insight and is responsible for educating and holding space for the client.

The clientele that she is sees is adults 18 and older. She also specializes in co occurring disorders, and is a certified geriatric specialist.

Message to clients

I understand that finding a therapist can be an intimidating task. I am her to provide a safe non judgment environment to help you begin your healing process. I believe that that the client/therapist relationship is the foundation to build a solid working relationship and provide a path to healing.

Every person struggles with difficulties in life that may include depression, anxiety, or grief and loss that may feel overwhelming. As a mental health therapist I make every attempt to provide support and will act as a guide to help you work through any issues you want to work through and will provide referrals or extra support if necessary.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 12 years

Compass Health, LMHCA, 2014 - 2016

Antioch University, MA /Counseling Psychology, 2014

Bellevue Community College, Drug and Alcohol Certification, 2013

Columbia College, BS Human Service, 2012

Licensure

Washington: LH60953790

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Parents

Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Aetna
Apple Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield
First Choice Health
Medicaid
Premera Blue Cross
Regence Blue Shield
United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$140 (60min)