REDMOND, WA 🡦

Parkinson's Therapy in Redmond

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When Your Body Feels Like It's No Longer Yours

You may notice your hand shaking when you reach for your coffee cup. Walking feels less steady than it used to. Your voice might sound quieter, making it harder for others to hear you. If you're living with Parkinson's disease, these physical changes can bring waves of frustration, embarrassment, and worry about what's coming next.



Many people describe feeling angry when their body won't cooperate or embarrassed when tremors make simple tasks difficult in public. You might feel sad about activities you can no longer do the same way, or anxious about becoming dependent on others. The unpredictability of symptoms can make each day feel uncertain and overwhelming.

Understanding Parkinson's Therapy

Parkinson's therapy is specialized counseling designed for people experiencing the motor and emotional challenges that come with Parkinson's disease. While Parkinson's primarily affects movement, it also impacts mood, thinking, and daily life in ways that deserve attention and support.


In our sessions, we focus on helping you adapt to changes while maintaining your sense of self and purpose. We might work on accepting the things you cannot control while finding new ways to stay engaged in meaningful activities. This could include managing anxiety about symptoms, processing grief over lost abilities, or developing communication strategies when your voice becomes softer.


Unlike general therapy, this approach specifically understands how Parkinson's affects not just your body, but your emotions, relationships, and daily routines.

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My Specialized Approach to Parkinson's Support

I specialize in supporting people navigating life with neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 12 years of experience, I understand how Parkinson’s affects not only your body, but also your emotions, relationships, and daily routines.



My approach draws on evidence-based therapies such as Supportive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Reminiscence Therapy (RT). Depending on your needs, we might focus on reducing worry about mobility, planning around daily challenges, promoting acceptance, or enhancing mood and identity.


I also bring personal understanding from observing my mother’s experience as a long-distance caregiver for my grandmother with a neurodegenerative condition. This gives me insight into the emotional and relational impact Parkinson’s can have on both individuals and families.

What makes our work together unique:


  • Therapy sessions adapted to work with fluctuating energy levels and motor symptoms
  • Flexible scheduling that accommodates your best times of day
  • Home visits available locally when travel becomes challenging
  • A focus on both the physical and emotional aspects of Parkinson’s


How Therapy Can Support You

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Manage Difficult Emotions

Learn healthy ways to cope with frustration, anxiety, or depression that often accompany Parkinson's symptoms. Develop tools for handling the emotional ups and downs of living with a progressive condition.

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Maintain Your Identity

Stay connected to who you are beyond your diagnosis and find new ways to express yourself when physical abilities change. Your personality and value remain unchanged.

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Improve Communication

Develop strategies to stay connected with loved ones even when speaking becomes more challenging. Find alternative ways to maintain meaningful relationships.

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Reduce Anxiety About Symptoms

Find techniques to feel calmer about symptom unpredictability and disease progression concerns. Learn to focus on what you can control today.

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Adapt Daily Activities

Work together to modify routines and find new approaches to activities that matter to you, maintaining independence where possible.

The Journey to Relief 🡦

Parkinson's Therapy Process

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Understanding Your Experience

We'll talk about how Parkinson's is affecting your daily life, relationships, and emotional well-being in a comfortable, judgment-free setting.

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Building Your Toolkit

Together we'll develop personalized strategies for managing difficult emotions and adapting to physical changes while honoring your goals and values.

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Ongoing Support

We'll meet regularly in person, virtually, or through home visits to provide consistent support as your needs evolve with your condition.

You Can Still Live Meaningfully

Without emotional support, Parkinson's can feel like it's slowly taking away everything that makes life enjoyable. You might find yourself avoiding social situations, giving up hobbies you love, or feeling hopeless about the future as symptoms progress.


But with the right support, many people with Parkinson's continue to find joy, purpose, and connection even as their condition changes. You can learn to work with your symptoms rather than against them, maintain important relationships, and discover new ways to engage with life that feel meaningful and fulfilling.


The key is developing emotional resilience alongside any physical treatments you're receiving. Therapy helps you build that inner strength while providing practical strategies for daily challenges.

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Professional Background and Expertise 🡦

You Have a Choice to Make

You can continue feeling overwhelmed and frightened by the changes happening to your mind, wondering if each day will bring more confusion and loss. Or you can reach out for support from someone who understands both the medical and emotional sides of Parkinson's care.


I've walked this path with my own family, and I've helped many people find their way through the challenges you're facing. With gentle guidance and proven techniques, we can work together to help you feel more like yourself again and worry less about what tomorrow might bring.

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A Path Forward or Continued Struggle

You can continue feeling frustrated and defeated by your changing body, letting worry about the future overshadow today’s possibilities. Or you can reach out for support from someone who understands that Parkinson’s affects much more than movement.



I’ve helped many people with Parkinson’s find ways to feel more confident, less worried, and better able to enjoy their relationships and activities. Together, we can work on accepting what you cannot change while empowering you to make the most of what you can still control.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 🡦

FAQs About Parkinson's Therapy

  • How is therapy different from my medical care?

    While your neurologist manages medications and physical symptoms, therapy focuses on your emotional well-being and daily coping strategies. Both are important for comprehensive Parkinson's care.

  • What if my symptoms make it hard to get to appointments?

    I offer home visits for local clients and virtual sessions for anyone in Washington State. We'll find a format that works with your mobility and energy levels.

  • Can therapy really help with Parkinson's symptoms?

    While therapy won't change your physical symptoms, it can significantly help with the anxiety, depression, and frustration that often accompany Parkinson's. Many people find this emotional support improves their overall quality of life.

  • What if I'm not ready to accept my diagnosis?

    That's completely understandable and very common. Therapy provides a safe space to process difficult emotions about your diagnosis at your own pace, without pressure to "accept" anything before you're ready.

  • Do you work with people at all stages of Parkinson's?

    Yes, I work with people newly diagnosed through more advanced stages. Each person's needs are different, and I tailor my approach based on your current situation and concerns.

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Take Control of What You Can

Living with Parkinson's means dealing with uncertainty, but you don't have to navigate the emotional challenges alone. Taking steps to support your mental health is one powerful way to maintain control over your well-being.