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Trusted and caring guidance for Washington individuals, couples, families & kids

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Feeling Stuck or Struggling to Cope?

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Life can get heavy, whether it’s feeling stuck in grief, facing tough moments in a relationship, or coping with the ups and downs of parenting. Sometimes emotions like worry, sadness, or anger make it hard to get through each day.

Stress, conflict at home, or concerns about your teen might be weighing on your mind. You’re not alone if things feel a bit too much right now.

As experience clinicians, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. While we can’t change the past, we can work together to understand and resolve current challenges.

Using a variety of therapeutic approaches, we’ll address long-standing behaviors and negative perceptions that may be holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life. 

Trusted by Washington families for over 15 years.

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We help identify the root cause and create a clear path forward.

Eastside Counseling Center: Support for Every Stage of Life

Since opening our doors in Kirkland and Bellevue, we have supported people across Washington State with a range of counseling services. Eastside Counseling Center began as a small collective and has grown into a trusted resource for families, couples, and individuals.

Our team helps with anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, and much more, offering both in-person and virtual appointments. We work with children, teens, and adults, so you can always find care that fits your needs.

What makes us different? We proudly accept insurance and believe in making therapy as easy to access as possible for our community.

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Online vs In-Person Therapy in Washington: How to Choose the Right Fit for You

February 27, 2026

Beginning therapy is a meaningful step. Choosing how you attend — online or in person — can feel just as important.

Across Bellevue, Kirkland, and throughout Washington State, more individuals are deciding between telehealth sessions and in-office counseling. Both formats provide professional, confidential mental health care delivered by licensed Washington clinicians. The difference is not in quality or depth. It is in environment, structure, and accessibility.

If you’re unsure which option fits your needs, understanding how online and in-person therapy compare can help you make a thoughtful, confident decision.

The Clinical Work Stays the Same in Both Formats

Whether you meet in a counseling office or through a secure video platform, therapy

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Virtual Therapy in Washington: Privacy, HIPAA, and What Sessions Actually Look Like Online

February 24, 2026

Virtual therapy has become an increasingly common way for individuals, couples, and families across Washington to access counseling. From Bellevue to Kirkland to surrounding communities, many clients now choose telehealth sessions for flexibility and consistency.

Yet even as virtual therapy becomes more familiar, hesitation is normal. Before scheduling a first online appointment, people often wonder:

  • Is it actually private?
  • Is it secure?
  • Will it feel different from being in the same room?
  • What does a session really look like?

These are thoughtful questions. Understanding how telehealth works in Washington can reduce uncertainty and help you decide whether online therapy feels like the right fit.

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BELLEVUE OFFICE
4122 Factoria Blvd SE, Suite 405
Bellevue, WA 98006
Intake, Ext. 101 (425) 242-6267

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Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm
Sat–Sun: By Appointment
KIRKLAND OFFICE
625 4th Ave, Suite 203
Kirkland, WA 98033
Intake, Ext. 101 (425) 242-6267
Billing, Ext. 103 (425) 590-9419
Email intake@eastsidecounselingcenter.com
Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm
Sat–Sun: By Appointment

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