- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Aging and grief issues
About Anthony
Anthony O'Leary is a Washington state Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 30 years in the behavioral health field. He works with people facing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and navigating life changes. He also focuses on issues that come with aging and supports those coping with grief, addiction, sleep problems and anger.
Much of his career was in community mental health across varied settings. That work exposed him to a wide range of struggles, from serious mood conditions like bipolar disorder to compassion fatigue and first responder concerns. He also helps people address family of origin issues, communication problems, codependency and isolation.
Anthony draws from several practical approaches in sessions. He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to look at emotions and attachment patterns, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, and client-centered methods that let the person lead the pace and focus. Mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing are also part of his toolkit.
In conversation he offers observations, feedback and alternatives while keeping the client in charge of decisions. He aims to help people build on their existing strengths and resources to manage symptoms and make clearer choices. His background includes work with older adults and end-of-life concerns alongside general mental health needs.
Sessions are conducted in English and based in Washington. For people interested in starting, he asks that they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session via the site's online options.
How Anthony uses his approaches in online sessions
Anthony commonly draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people identify and name hard emotions and notice patterns in how they relate to others. EFT focuses on emotional experience and attachment feelings to make those patterns clearer and easier to work with.He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships shape current responses and closeness with others. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and try small, practical changes to see what helps.
Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the person's needs and adjust as progress is reviewed.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, cut travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules demand. They also let people work with a licensed professional from their local area without needing to travel long distances.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, grief, sleep problems, anger and related challenges including aging and caregiver issues.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy, CBT, client-centered approaches, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sessions mix discussion, practical skills and observations from the therapist.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience in the behavioral health field, with extensive work in community mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Washington state Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and practices from Washington.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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