ampersand counseling collective

  • Play, Paradox, and Psychotherapy: Reflections on the Transformative Potential of Therapy

    Play, Paradox, and Psychotherapy: Reflections on the Transformative Potential of Therapy

    Recently, I’ve been playing the solo board game Tin Helm — a small dungeon crawler that is packaged inside of a mint tin. The game consists of delving into a dungeon in search of three gems, battling monsters along the way. It relies on an interesting mechanic — do I choose to visit the location card…

  • What is the Ampersand Counseling Collective?

    What is the Ampersand Counseling Collective?

    We are the Ampersand Counseling Collective, a compassionate space offering in-person and online psychotherapy across Washington State—from Issaquah to Bainbridge Island. Rooted in depth-oriented psychodynamic care, we help individuals, couples, and families with curiosity, openness and intention. Here you can feel supported, seen, and held in your journey toward healing and authentic connection. We…