Works with
- Anger
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- ADHD
How Adrien works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Washington
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Adrien
Adrien Helander is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, and related concerns. They often support people managing bipolar symptoms, ADHD, grief, and stress. Adrien is comfortable discussing LGBTQ issues and questions about gender identity.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Adrien emphasizes a straightforward, collaborative style. They create space for people to talk about what matters most.
Adrien avoids judgment and works with each person to set clear, practical goals.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on small, doable steps that fit into daily life. Clinical methods include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, EMDR, and mindfulness. Adrien adapts these tools to each person's needs rather than following a single script.
Expect a mix of talking, skill practice, and checking what actually helps between sessions. Adrien has nine years of experience in counseling and has held a Washington State LMHC credential since 2019. That background includes helping people cope with trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions.
They also support vocational concerns and issues tied to family of origin or attachment patterns. Practical matters are kept simple. Adrien offers multiple online formats so people can pick what fits their schedule.
Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling according to availability. Adrien aims to make each step clear and manageable for someone reaching out for help.
What Adrien works with
Everything Adrien lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Adrien's practice.
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- ADHD
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Adrien lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Adrien applies evidence-based approaches online
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes being listened to and respected. It focuses on the person's own goals and values, helping people clarify what matters and make choices that fit their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches tools to change unhelpful cycles; it can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and stress by teaching practical skills and homework exercises.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Adrien will talk through options and tailor techniques to your needs, goals, and preferences. They collaborate with you to try methods that fit your pace and lifestyle, adjusting as progress is made or priorities change.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video lets you cover material similar to in-person sessions. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins, skill coaching, or ongoing reflection between live sessions. These options help people fit therapy into busy schedules and different day-to-day situations.
Questions people ask about Adrien
What concerns does Adrien commonly address
Adrien supports people with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, grief, and stress, along with related concerns such as intimacy or career struggles.
How would you describe Adrien's therapeutic style
Their approach is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on clear goals, practical steps, and skills practice rather than lengthy theoretical discussions.
What is Adrien's experience and background
Adrien has nine years of counseling experience and has been licensed in Washington since 2019 as a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC).
Where is Adrien licensed and based
They hold a Washington LMHC credential and practice while located in Washington State.
Which languages are offered for sessions
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What session formats are available
Adrien offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How does cost and billing work
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's posted availability.