Stephanie Casey

I was born in Washington and raised north of Seattle. As the oldest of two children, I often took on the role of the mature, responsible one, naturally attuned to the emotions of those around me. Even from a young age, I found myself drawn to deep conversations and genuinely curious about the lived experiences of others.

Throughout my childhood and early adolescence, I experienced the loss of several extended family members and close family friends. Despite these losses, grief and death were rarely discussed openly in my environment. Over time, through my own journey of self-discovery, I learned how to name and understand my grief, identify what I needed, and develop ways to support myself through the process. 

As a clinician, I bring this insight into my work with clients. I hold space for each person to explore their own unique relationship with loss. I believe that grief is deeply individual and rarely follows a straight path, and I’m here to walk alongside clients as they make sense of their own process. I’m a therapist who will support you and, when it’s right, we’ll also laugh at the things we could just as easily be crying about. I believe humor—used thoughtfully and appropriately—can be a powerful part of healing, and I welcome those moments of lightness when they show up.

As a lifelong Washingtonian, I love the rain, being close to water, and taking a walk in the woods (no matter the weather). I also enjoy reading, photography (landscape and macro), and live concerts in the summer. 

I am a first-generation college student to complete a Bachelor’s degree. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English, with an emphasis in Creative Writing, from the University of Washington. I graduated with honors from City University of Seattle with a Master of Arts in Counseling. It was sometime after undergrad at UW that I realized I was trying to better understand people through fiction. I learned that one of the best ways to understand people is by hearing their stories.

Even if we come from different places, we often share the same hopes, fears, and questions. These shared parts help us feel less alone. I have always been curious about what motivates someone, how they think, their goals, and what they want to work towards. As a therapist, I am grateful that I can support clients to be the best version of themselves.

Washington Mental Health Counselors Association

I am not paneled with any insurance company. My clients attend therapy on an out-of-network basis or pay for sessions out of pocket. If you would like to use your out-of-network benefits, please contact your insurance company prior to our first meeting. Ask what the out-of-network reimbursement would be for outpatient in-person or online psychotherapy. The specific amount of this reimbursement depends on your plan. I will provide you with the statements your insurance requires.

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You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

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