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LMHC (She/Her/Ella)

Raquel is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and EMDR Therapist who provides a container, a safe and compassionate space, to explore the areas you seek to shift or expand. Her style is warm, intuitive, authentic, compassionate, and direct. Raquel naturally uses a trauma-informed lens, and leans towards a Psychodynamic, Attachment, and Person-Centered approach to get a big picture of you and your experience. She believes we are better able to shed layers and get into deeper truths when we feel seen, safe, and heard, from a supportive non judgemental person. Bringing the unconscious to light to become empowered and capable of making the choices needed to live the life you desire.

Adult individuals and teens (15 yrs and older).

LMHC, ATR (She/Her)

Ginger Hemming is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Art Therapist, who works with kids ages 3+, teens, families, and adults. She has had the pleasure of having 14 years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of populations, primarily with a focus on treating trauma symptoms arising from early childhood experiences, domestic violence, accidents, and vicarious trauma resulting from employment

Ginger creates a safe, therapeutic space where clients can process past or current life struggles, leading to an improved quality of relationship with self and others. Her approach is client-centered, meeting each client where they are in their healing. Ginger uses a variety of modalities such as EMDR, DBT, IFS, and solution-focused and trauma-informed CBT. She utilizes art within the comfort of each client as a tool to assist in the therapeutic process.

LMHCI (She/Her)

Stephanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern completing her master’s degree at Oregon State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is deeply passionate about supporting individuals on their journey towards holistic well-being.

Stephanie believes in the inherent resilience of each individual and works collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and empower them to overcome life's challenges. By helping clients identify and challenge troubling beliefs and thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress, Stephanie helps encourage individuals to reframe negative thinking patterns, cultivate self-compassion, and develop healthier coping strategies.

Her goal is to promote emotional well-being and psychological resilience by equipping individuals with the tools and insights needed to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience. Stephanie is dedicated to fostering a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel free to explore their concerns and work towards meaningful change.

Stephanie has a special interest in working with the following groups: law enforcement, fire fighters, dispatchers, those in emergency medical care, attorneys, as well as family members of those in that career field.

Adults and Teens (13 and older)

MSW, LSWAIC

Gretchen is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate who believes in the power of connection in finding healing in our lives. Her approach is warm, collaborative, eclectic, and relationship-focused, recognizing that growth and healing in a therapeutic environment is best supported in a foundation of safety, trust, openness, and respect. Grounded in relational, family systems, EMDR, and somatic therapies, Gretchen believes in the power of walking beside her clients on their journey to healing.

Gretchen brings a wealth of experience in working with individuals experiencing caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, cancer, grief/loss/end of life concerns, ADHD, anxiety, depression, infertility, occupational stress, postpartum and post-adoption depression and anxiety, and parenting of aging parents. Additionally, Gretchen’s years of experience as both a potential adoptive parent-in-waiting and later an adoptive mom have given her firsthand knowledge of the tremendous challenges adoptive families face in finding resources that are adoption trauma/attachment informed for both adopted children and their parents. Her professional experiences have often focused on listening to, supporting, and encouraging individuals in hard places as they find their way to feeling truly heard and seen in both group settings and through one-on-one counseling focused on mindfulness, camaraderie, and evidence-based practices.

Children ages 4+, teens, adults

LMHCI 

LMT (She/Her)

Lauren has always had a servant’s heart. She finds it immensely gratifying to help people, and is deeply passionate about her work as a Massage Therapist. Lauren has over sixteen wonderful years of professional massage experience, and has known it was her path since childhood.

Lauren is fascinated by our amazingly-designed bodies, and is grateful to perpetually learn about human health through the context of clients she cares for. It is her pleasure to provide massage in a safe space for clients to unwind, find rest and receive nurturing, therapeutic touch.

Though she loves working with a variety of modalities, she especially enjoys providing relief for those who are overworked, prenatal and postpartum clients, and seniors. She also has a gentle approach for addressing TMJD. Overall and above all, she is honored to serve you at our Waterfront Spa location.

Known for her intuitive touch, Robin began her career as a Licensed Massage Therapist in 2011. She has worked in a variety of settings and with a diverse population, and focuses on creating a safe, nurturing space focused on healing.

Robin believes in the power of holistic wellness, and her personalized approach is designed to bring physical relief as well as mental relaxation. Her style is most often referred to as "Therapeutic Relaxation", or Treatment-Focused Relaxation, combining gentle flowing movements with deep tissue techniques. Heat, aromatherapy, and breathwork are often used alongside myofascial and neuromuscular techniques to bring mindfulness and body awareness to each session. Her ability to easily adjust pressure and techniques, allows for a completely unique treatment plan for each client.

LMT (She/Her)

Megan is passionate about creating a personalized and healing experience for each client. A graduate of the Pacific Northwest Massage Academy, she is trained in a variety of massage techniques, blending both Eastern and Western approaches to meet the unique needs of those she works with. Megan takes the time to understand each client's individual goals and concerns, tailoring every session to promote relaxation, alleviate tension, and support overall well-being. She has a strong passion for deep tissue work, and incorporating reflexology into massage treatments.

LMHC, BC-DMT, Founder, Clinical Director & Business Coach (She/Her)

*Please note that Kendall is not currently accepting new therapy clients.

Kendall is a Somatic Mental Health Therapist, Founder of VWS and Business Coach. She specializes in, and is passionate about, working with healthcare professionals to create the businesses of their dreams. Big goals always have a psychological component beneath the surface, so Kendall uses her background in Somatic Psychotherapy and EMDR Therapy mixed with Business Coaching tools to help clients develop a healthy relationship with their business and their strength as a leader. As someone who lives with a chronic illness herself, Kendall feels that health happens best within community, which is why she takes a holistic, integrative, and collaborative wellness approach to her personal and professional life.

Office Manager & Health Coach (She/Her)

Brittany is the biggest advocate in what we do here at VWS. She is a Pacific Northwest native who spends her free time enjoying neighborhood walks with her pup Reggie, hiking, and leading sound baths. Being a previous fitness and scuba instructor, her passion for empowering others is what drives her. She believes that a holistic approach towards overall wellness is crucial for a well-rounded and more enriching life. Chat with her about your health goals so that we can get you moving towards the happy and healthy life you deserve.

Wellness Concierge (She/Her)

Angelica is here to make sure you have a warm, relaxing, and welcoming experience at our waterfront spa location. She is from right here in Vancouver, WA and loves the outdoors! Angelica has a deep passion for holistic healthcare, and looks forward to seeing every client walk in and out, feeling better after each visit!

Administrative Assistant, Franklin St. 

Amanda is one of our amazing admins at Franklin St.! Born and raised in Vancouver, she is passionate about creating intentional connections that foster growth and support. She is well versed in the wellness world with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and half a Masters in Teaching (K-8) as well as Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is always eager to learn new things, and brings a creative, kind, and welcoming presence to Vancouver Wellness Studio.