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​​ Cindi S. Whalen, MS, LMFT
Therapy for adults experiencing loss, transition, or stress
"Cindi offers wise and compassionate counsel to those she serves. She connects with both her heart and her skills and brings hope during times of struggle."
Claudia Grauf-Grounds, PhD, LMFT
Director of Clinical Training
Seattle Pacific University
About Cindi
I know the pressures of marriage, parenting, family and work. I’ve been married for 40 years a mom for 32, and a grandma for 3. Throughout my life I've worked in corporate and non-profit jobs, schools, libraries, churches, and even the zoo. While I hold a deep faith in Jesus, I care for, respect, and enjoy working with my clients of all faiths.
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One of my specialties is working with women experiencing anxiety, grief or times of transition. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of my clients - from cognitive behavioral and emotion-focused therapy to mindfulness and compassion training. I am also trained in Attachment- Focused Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems to assist with healing from trauma. Additionally, I served as a group facilitator in the Bereavement Program at Swedish Edmonds Hospital and understand grief work.
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My favorite activities are: spending time with my husband, gardening, playing with my dog Manny, cooking, playing pickleball, studying theology, learning about neuroscience, and being out in nature. I also cherish time with my adult children and grandchildren!
Clinical Experience
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8+ years of private practice in Edmonds, WA
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3 years as a bereavement group facilitator at Swedish Edmonds Hospital
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Premarital counselor, Seattle University
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3 years as a Clinical Intern at CompassHealth Smokey Point
Education
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Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy ~ Seattle Pacific University, 2014
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Bachelor's degree in Human Biology ~ Stanford University, 1981
Additional Training/Certificates
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EMDR Therapy (Certified by EMDRIA Parts 1&2)
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Attachment-Focused EMDR Parnell Institute (Parts 1, 2 &3)
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship and Core Skills Training
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1
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Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Internal Family Systems with Richard Schwartz
I love being a therapist - it's a joy to walk alongside my clients as they discover their unique strengths and gifts. And I marvel as I watch them navigate their relationships and stressors in new ways.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License #LF60701256)
in the state of Washington. I meet regularly with a consultation group and work continuously to update my skills through ongoing training and education
so I can provide the highest level of care to my clients. I am also a member of the
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.