Finding yourself through life's changes
*I’m accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth appointments.
Clinical experience
Postpartum & young parents
Immigrant & cultural identity
Difficult life transitions
Trauma
Fluent in Russian
Intermediate in French & Romanian
Hi! I'm Anna (she/her), and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate. I believe that being human is complicated. Life can be full of wonderful changes, unexpected challenges, and moments when we wonder, "How did I get here?" Sometimes we need a little help making sense of it all.
As an immigrant, I know what it's like to start over in a new country. Learning to navigate a different culture, building connections, and finding a sense of belonging can be exciting and exhausting, sometimes all in the same day! Becoming a parent brought another major shift in my life. These experiences have taught me that even changes we welcome can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from who we used to be.
What brought me to counseling
Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a career coach supporting immigrant women as they rebuilt their professional lives in this country. I learned that finding a new career was often about much more than finding a job. It was also about rebuilding confidence, navigating cultural expectations, and figuring out who they wanted to become.
I later volunteered with Perinatal Support Washington, offering emotional support to parents experiencing challenges during pregnancy and after childbirth. Both experiences strengthened my desire to help people feel understood during some of life's biggest transitions.
I earned my M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Bastyr University, where I gained clinical experience at Bastyr Center for Natural Health and Bellevue College Counseling Center. I worked with clients of different ages and backgrounds experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I also worked with immigrants and refugees navigating cultural adjustment, systemic barriers, and the lasting effects of childhood experiences.
My approach to therapy
I believe there's more to your story than what brings you to counseling. My style is warm, collaborative, and attentive to the connection between your mind and body. I draw from mindfulness, somatic (body-based), existential, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches to help you better understand yourself and find ways to move forward.
I'm especially interested in working with people navigating trauma, parenthood, cultural identity, and major life transitions. As a native Russian speaker, I also offer therapy in Russian for clients who feel more comfortable expressing themselves in their first language.
As part of my ongoing commitment to professional development and client care, I regularly seek clinical consultation from colleagues and my licensed supervisor, Ada Pang, MS, LMFT.
Insurances accepted
People Bloom has a contract with these third party payers and can bill these companies directly:
Premera Blue Cross
LifeWise Health Plan of WA
Regence Blue Shield
First Choice Health Network
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of WA (Core & PPO)
When I’m working
I offer both in-person sessions at our Redmond office and telehealth sessions throughout Washington State. My availability is as follows:
Tuesday: 3 - 5pm
Wednesday: 11:30am - 3:30pm (in-person availability)
Thursday: 11:30am - 6:30pm (in-person availability)
Friday: 11:30am - 6:30pm (in-person availability)
When I'm not working
You'll find me reading, practicing yoga, taking photographs, traveling, or biking with my son. I also enjoy bringing people together and building community. Having experienced what it's like to find belonging in a new place, I know how meaningful those connections can be.
What about you? Are you going through a change, trying to make sense of your past, or wondering what comes next? I'd love to hear your story and explore how I can support you.