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# Eastside Couples Therapy

425-406-8627 Couples Counseling for Redmond & Eastside

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/blog/) - Compassionate counseling tips and tools for improving communication, reducing stress, and creating more harmony in your family, relationships, and your life.
- [Why Screen Time is Making Your Child Grumpy](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/why-screen-time-is-making-your-child-grumpy/) - Author: Theona E. Kennett Technology has become pervasive in our lives. It’s no longer surprising to see children as young as two and three playing on a tablet or cell phone. However, the convenience unfortunately comes at a steep price. Increasingly, parents are concerned about the negative impacts that screens may be having on their
- [The Parenting Recipe: Ingredients for Success](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/the-parenting-recipe/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett I recently lamented to a friend of mine about my challenges starting a parenting blog. “I’d be a better parenting blogger if my 14-year-old would just misbehave a little more!” Needless to say, my friend howled with laughter at my comment—I mean, who *wants* their teenager to act up more?! I
- [The Value of Attunement](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/the-value-of-attunement/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett In my post on attachment parenting with teens, I talked a bit about the value of listening, and it got me thinking about the kinds of communication we use, particularly with our children. I came up with three kinds of communication—three ways in which we engage. To share or impart information
- [Stress-Free Family Holiday Tips](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/stress-free-family-holiday-tips/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett What is it about the holiday season that leaves so many people stressed and anxious? Is it the extra social commitments? The financial burden of gift-giving? For many people, it is the prospect of spending time with extended family and all the history that holds. While some of us have wonderful
- [How to Structure an Effective Family Meeting](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/effective-family-meeting/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett The purpose of the family meeting is to create a culture within your family of open communication and shared responsibility. The model is simple—set aside approximately one hour per week to go over family schedules, discuss interpersonal challenges, and share responsibility for planning and implementation of new ideas. The core of
- [Musings from a 16 year old](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/musings-from-a-16-year-old/) - Sharing the wisdom of a thoughtful teen.
- [Attachment Parenting with Teens](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/attachment-parenting-with-teens/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett How do we stay connected in the face of our teen pushing away & pushing for more autonomy? It does seem like an odd contradiction – they want less–or nothing– to do with us, and we want to stay connected to them. It seemed much simpler when they were younger… So
- [Thoughts on My Eldest Daughter Moving Out](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/child-moving-out/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett There are few moments in a parent's life more monumental than having their child move out to start his or her new life. Today, my eldest daughter moved into her very own home and embarked on her adult life. Although I haven't written any poetry for nearly a quarter century, I guess
- [5 Sleep Care Activities to Improve Your Mood and Health](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/5-sleep-care-activities-to-improve-your-mood-and-health/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett What is is about staying on track with a consistent sleep schedule that seems so challenging? Whether it's post-holidays, daylight savings time shifts, extra pressures at work or school, or just bedtime 'drift', it's easy to lose track of going to bed on time, or how much sleep we really need.
- [The Difference Between Love and Being "In Love" in Healthy Relationships](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/the-difference-between-love-and-being-in-love-in-healthy-relationships/) - Author: Jennifer S. Kennett I recently came across a poem by Wendell Barry, written for his wife entitled “The Wild Rose” which eloquently describes the unique paradox of loving someone versus being “in love” with them. Often when I work with couples who are in my office for counseling because their relationship no longer feels

## Pages

- [Welcome to Eastside Couples Therapy](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/) - Counseling and therapy for relationship issues and mental health support.
- [Meet Jennifer](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/meet-jennifer/) - Jennifer S. Kennett, MA LMHC Jennifer Kennett believes in magic. The magic of resilience. The magic of compassion. The magic of transformation through collaborative counseling. If it seems unusual to you that a therapist believes in magic, that’s probably because you haven’t met Jennifer Kennett … yet. Whether you’re half of a couple whose relationship
- [About the Practice](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/about/) - 425-406-8627 Offering Gottman Method Couples Therapy & individual counseling for adults & teens. Learn to communicate effectively & heal relationships.
- [Contact](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/contact/) - 425-406-8627 Contact us today
- [Office Location](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/office-location/) - My office is located at: 15446 Bel-Red Road Suite 102 Redmond, WA 98052 Phone: 425-406-8627 Fax: 425-658-5122
- [Gottman Couples Therapy](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/couples/) - 425-406-8627 Compassionate relationship counseling using Gottman Couple Therapy Method
- [Services](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/services/) - What are the first steps to starting counseling? Click the link below to request your complimentary 30 minute initial consultation to determine if I’m the right fit for you. Request Appointment You can also call my office at 425-406-8627 to schedule your first appointment. OUR PROCESS Intake If you have logged in to my secure
- [Products & Resources](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/products_resources/) - HeartMath Biofeedback ProductsHeartMath Inner Balance App It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious and scattered. The Inner Balance™ sensor for Android and iPhone trains you to shift and replace emotional stress with emotional balance and coherence. The Inner Balance technology analyzes and displays your heart rhythm, measured by Heart Rate Variability (HRV), which indicates
- [Individual Counseling](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/individual-counseling/) - 425-406-8627 Individual counseling for depression, anxiety, adjustment and life transition concerns
- [Diversity Statement](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/diversity-statement/) - 425-406-8627 We value and support diversity.
- [FAQ](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/faq/) - 425-406-8627 Frequently Asked Questions
- [Social Media Policy](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/social-media-policy/) - Electronic communication and tools have become a fact of modern life. It is important to your confidentiality and privacy to understand how and when your therapist may use or be prohibited from using electronic communication and tools in conjunction with your care. Electronic Health Records System Eastside Couples Therapy uses a HIPAA compliant client portal
- [Parent Education](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/parent-education/) - The counselors at Eastside Family Counseling offer several Parent Education classes for schools and other parent focused organizations throughout the Puget Sound. If you are interested in booking a parent education session, please complete the contact form with the requested course and date, and one of our counselors will reach out to make arrangements. Parenting
- [LGBTQIA Informed Services](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/lgbtqia-informed-services/) - Professional, affordable counseling in Redmond 425-406-8627

## FAQs

- [NEW! What is Teletherapy?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/what-is-teletherapy/) - Teletherapy is providing mental health therapy services via a secure online video platform or over the telephone. You receive the same services you would in person, only from the comfort and privacy of your own home. If you have ever used Skype or FaceTime, teletherapy is very similar. Is teletherapy private? Yes, receiving teletherapy is
- [What about medication vs. counseling?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/what-about-medication-vs-counseling/) - It is important to know that I cannot prescribe medications. Only a medical doctor or nurse practitioner is able to prescribe. For many people, medication is a choice of last resort. It has been well established through research that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause typically respond well
- [Do you take insurance, and how does that work?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/do-you-take-insurance-and-how-does-that-work/) - I am currently in network with one insurance (Premera) and one EAP (Wellspring). Clients or their responsible legal guardian are responsible for payment of any deductibles, co-pays or co-insurance, which is why I require every client to have a current credit card on file before initiating services. Out of network clients are responsible for all
- [Does what we talk about in counseling remain confidential?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/does-what-we-talk-about-in-counseling-remain-confidential/) - Absolutely! Confidentiality is one of the most important components between a client and psychotherapist. Successful counseling requires a high degree of trust with highly sensitive subject matter that is usually not discussed anywhere but the therapist’s office. Every therapist should provide a written copy of their confidential disclosure agreement, and you can expect that
- [Are counseling, therapy, and psychotherapy the same thing?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/are-counseling-therapy-and-psychotherapy-the-same-thing/) - From my perspective, these words are interchangeable. Other therapists may disagree.
- [Can we be friends on social media?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/can-we-be-friends-on-social-media/) - Due to the importance of your confidentiality and the importance of minimizing dual relationships, I do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former clients on any social networking site (Facebook, Instagram, etc). I believe that adding clients as friends or contacts on these sites can compromise your confidentiality and our respective privacy.
- [Do I really need counseling?  I can usually handle my problems.](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/do-i-really-need-counseling-i-can-usually-handle-my-problems/) - Everyone goes through challenging situations in life. There’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, counseling is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired. You are taking responsibility by accepting where you’re at in life and
- [How can counseling help me?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/how-can-counseling-help-me/) - Participating in counseling can help in a number of ways. Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues and creative blocks. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth,
- [Why do people go to counseling and how do I know if it is right for me?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/why-do-people-go-to-counseling-and-how-do-i-know-if-it-is-right-for-me/) - People have many different motivations for coming to counseling. Some may be going through a major life transition (unemployment, divorce, new job, etc.), or are not handling stressful circumstances well. Some people need assistance managing a range of other issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, spiritual conflicts and creative blocks.
- [What is counseling like?](https://eastsidecouplestherapy.com/avada_faq/what-is-counseling-like/) - Because each person has different issues and goals for counseling, counseling will be different depending on the individual. In general, you can expect to discuss the current events happening in your life, your personal history relevant to your issue, and report progress (or any new insights gained) from the previous counseling session. Depending on your

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