When things
feel overwhelming
Space to slow down, name what feels difficult, and consider what support could look like in your everyday life.
Let’s talkPSYCHOTHERAPY IN SEATTLE
A little space
to find your way.
You don’t have to have it all figured out.
A place to feel heard, reconnect with yourself,
and take the next step at your own pace.
Rooted in Seattle. Centered on you.
ROOM TO BREATHE.SPACE TO BECOME.
Growth doesn’t have
to happen alone.
A NEW WAY FORWARD, AT YOUR PACEto happen alone.
Individual therapyIn person & onlineFree 30-minute consultationSpace for your whole self
COME AS YOU ARE
Life can feel like a lot.
You don’t have to hold it all alone.
Maybe you’re feeling stuck, navigating a difficult season, or simply wishing things felt different. Whatever brings you here, there’s room for your story — even the parts you’re still making sense of.
Explore how we can work together
HEATHER VARGAS-LYONLMHCA · SHE / HER
THE PERSON BEHIND THE PRACTICE
Hi, I’m Heather.
I’m glad you’re here.
I’m Heather Vargas-Lyon, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a registered nurse for more than 20 years, with a background in mental health nursing. I see you as the expert on your own experience, and tailor therapy to the person in front of me.
I work with veterans and with people healing from complex trauma, dissociation, and sexual assault or abuse, including trauma related to immigration. I also support people living with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and psychosis. My practice is LGBTQI+ affirming.
Get to know my approachWASHINGTON LICENSE · MC61576764
A PLACE TO START
Support for where
you are right now.
There isn’t one right reason to begin.
We can start with what matters to you.
When things
When the past
feels present
A place to bring experiences that are hard to carry, with care for your boundaries and respect for your pace.
Explore my approachWhen you’re finding
your way forward
Room to explore who you are, what matters to you, and the changes you want to make in your life.
Take the first stepMY APPROACH
Your story.
Your pace.
Therapy can be a conversation about what you need, what feels possible, and where you’d like to go. We can make room for both reflection and practical next steps.
Find out if we’re a fit01
EMDR certified
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
02
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
03
Somatic focusing
Listening to what the body is holding
04
Parts work
Getting to know the different parts of you
Heather is EMDR certified and trained in DBT, somatic focusing, and parts work. Her approach is adapted to each person.
THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
Fees, insurance
& scheduling.
Start with a free 30-minute
consultation by video or phone.
$180 per session
Each session is 55 minutes. Your first 30-minute consultation, by video or phone, is free.
Premera & LifeWise
In network with Premera and LifeWise. For other plans, I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.
In person & online
In person: Tuesday and Thursday, afternoons and evenings.
Telehealth: Wednesday and Friday.
Training
M.A.Ed. in Counseling, Seattle University, 2024
B.S. in Nursing, Seattle University, 2003
EMDR certified
You don’t need all the answers
to take the first step.
Book a free consultation A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING
Let’s make the
unknown a little easier.
Have another question?
I’d be happy to hear from you
How do I get started?
Send a brief inquiry using the form below. Heather will follow up by email to set up a free 30-minute consultation by video or phone, so you can ask questions and see whether working together feels right. Reaching out does not commit you to therapy.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. Your first conversation is a free 30-minute consultation, by telehealth video or phone call, whichever feels easier. It’s a chance to share what you’re looking for, ask about Heather’s approach, and decide together on next steps. There’s no obligation to continue.
Can we meet online?
Yes. Heather offers in-person sessions in Seattle on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and evenings, and telehealth sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays. Ask whether your location is eligible for online sessions.
What are the fees and insurance options?
Your initial 30-minute consultation is free. Sessions after that are 55 minutes and $180. Heather is in network with Premera and LifeWise. If you have another insurance plan, she can provide a superbill you can submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Do I need to know what I want to work on?
You don’t need to arrive with everything figured out. Your first conversation can be a place to ask questions and begin putting words to what you’re looking for.
WHEN YOU’RE READY
A conversation
could be the start.
Tell me how to reach you, and we’ll set up a free 30-minute consultation by video or phone. A simple hello is enough.
For initial inquiries only. Please keep health details for a private conversation with Heather.