Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

Seattle, WA 98107

(253) 342-1900

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Calling all LGBT+, large-bodied, chronically ill & therapist folx who're enduring depression, anxiety, PTSD, & burnout. Intersecting identities, oppression & health issues are so complex. Don't waste your spoons on an ignorant or judgy therapist! Therapists are feeling stretched or burned out with converging life and work stress. Others assume we have it handled. We're hyper self-critical if we don't! My specialties align with my identities & experiences. I gotcha, my friend. FIRST check my website & RATES tab. Smash the Consult Call button (vibe check!) & let's hit the ground running!

If you're marginalized due to body size, gender identity, sexual orientation, or chronic health conditions you will get the clarity and skills needed to be authentic, heal, and cope. I also provide letters of support for gender-affirming medical care. For therapists, I will help you feel heard, get relief, and feel re-energized at work and home.

My primary modality is Person-Centered Therapy; you will be driving your own treatment. I formally trained in DBT, which teaches useful life skills, and CPT for PTSD treatment. I use a blend of many other therapies to tailor your treatment. This is a collaboration! Check out my website and schedule your free 15-minute consultation today!

Call or Email Serena D Rodriguez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (253) 342-1900

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98107

(253) 342-1900

NOTE: I don't take insurance. I DO provide Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Office hours: Mon-Thurs PMs & Sunday AMs.

I specialize in Chronic Illness, LGBTQ+ and Therapy for fellow therapists

$200 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Shout out to my therapist, LGBTQ, fat, & chronic illness friends. Click the consultation button on my website. Let's schedule time to chat!

Let's Connect (253) 342-1900

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98107

(253) 342-1900

NOTE: I don't take insurance. I DO provide Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Office hours: Mon-Thurs PMs & Sunday AMs.

I specialize in Chronic Illness, LGBTQ+ and Therapy for fellow therapists

$200 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Shout out to my therapist, LGBTQ, fat, & chronic illness friends. Click the consultation button on my website. Let's schedule time to chat!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I don't take insurance! I can accept HSA or FSA cards or give you a Superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement (OON benefits). CHECK and make sure you know how those benefits work. Money surprises are such a downer; let's sidestep that!

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH 60913081 Serena D Forward-Rodriguez
In Practice for 9 Years
Degree/Diploma from Seattle University Bachelor's in Psychology / 2009
Degree/Diploma from City University of Seattle Master's in Counseling Psychology / 2015
Attended City University of Seattle, Master's in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2015

I trained in CPT for 6 months in 2019 and did 6 months of DBT training in 2021. I access ongoing consultation to hone trauma therapy skills.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

I trained in CPT for 6 months in 2019 and did 6 months of DBT training in 2021. I access ongoing consultation to hone trauma therapy skills.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Chronic Illness
LGBTQ+
Therapy for fellow therapists

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Body Positivity
Chronic Pain
Depression
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD

I (mainly) serve therapists, large-bodied, chronically ill & LGBT folx with anxiety, depression, burnout, & PTSD. HOWEVER, I welcome folx of ALL identities struggling with chronic illness or PTSD; please reach out! I take time to get to know my clients before offering suggestions & try to avoid prescriptive advice. I strive to create a safe space so you can relax & process painful feelings.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

6 Endorsements

Jen Adams

Counselor, LMHC, CFMHE

Serena is incredibly passionate about helping her clients and understanding all aspects of what is needed to help clients be their own best advocates.

Maggie Montgomery

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST

Serena is open-minded and compassionate about the services she provides. She is considerate of the needs and experiences of her clients and creates a safe and welcoming space in her sessions.

Sydney Hudson

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Serena brings a genuine, down-to-earth energy to her work with clients. She offers both compassion and competence in every interaction; and her sense of humor helps to ease any tension.

Taren Williams

Counselor, MAED, LMHC

Jonathan Clarke Goodman

Counselor, LMHC, NCC

Jessica Kicha

Counselor, MA, LMHC, CST

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

ACT, DBT, and CPT are therapies that focus on valuing your autonomy, not avoiding your pain, skill building, and embracing who you are and your challenges so that you don't add to your suffering. I encourage your authenticity and accountability inside and outside of sessions and deliver on that myself as well. I don't hold expectations of my clients that I don't hold for myself.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

Location

Primary Location

Seattle, WA 98107

(253) 342-1900

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Neighborhoods

NOTE: I don't take insurance. I DO provide Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Office hours: Mon-Thurs PMs & Sunday AMs.

Call for a free consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC

NOTE: I don't take insurance. I DO provide Superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Office hours: Mon-Thurs PMs & Sunday AMs.

Call for a free consultation now - (253) 342-1900

Serena D Rodriguez

Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC