Ann Gugger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407
Let's Connect (253) 243-2975
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am, then I change” (Carl Rogers). This is the work of therapy. I approach this work holistically, attending to how each of us is impacted by past and present relationships, and by systemic influences. My perspective is grounded in humanistic and attachment theories, and influenced by multicultural and feminist thinking, with an emphasis on counteracting oppression and treating other traumas. Research has demonstrated that our bodies hold important information that contributes to healing, therefore I incorporate body-based techniques into therapy as well.
My intention as a therapist is to be a safe and trustworthy companion in exploring what got you where you are today, and helping you acknowledge and process your experiences. With partners and families, I look to honor each participant and foster understanding and empathy, promoting a sense of connection that can lead to more satisfying relationships.
Life is a courageous journey, and not always an easy one. Building a relationship with a therapist who receives us without conditions, or sits with us in our relationships without assigning blame, makes acceptance possible. I hope to provide an environment that gives you access to your capacity for healing and growth, and to liberating new opportunities.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Ann Gugger now - (253) 243-2975
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
Email me or call with questions - (253) 243-2975
Ann Gugger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LF 61163335 Ann Gugger
- In Practice for 7 Years
- Membership with American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 162389 / 2015
- Membership with Washington Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 162389 / 2015
- Attended Antioch University Seattle, Graduated 2018
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship Issues
- Addressing Internalized Oppression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Developmental Disorders
- Domestic Abuse
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
- Intellectual Disability
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Racial Identity
- Stress
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Toddler ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 243-2975
Ann Gugger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA