Brian Polis Therapy
Welcome!
I conduct individual, couples/relationship and family therapy services for adolescents (12+) and adults.
Brainspotting & EMDR-trained, I approach therapy with a humanistic mindset focused on developing insight to overcome the barriers that are preventing you from fully living life.
I will adapt to your needs balancing empathic listening, validation, challenges, and psychoeducation, always holding your best intentions at heart to set you up for long-term success.
Specialties
- Trauma
- Depression
- Suicidal ideation
- Identity crisis
- Self-harm
- Anxiety
- Family conflict
- Avoidance tendencies
- Social struggles
- Grief
- Abuse
- Communication patterns
- Parenting
- Undoing the impact of damaging external messaging
- Perfectionism
- Cultivating a stronger sense of self
- Anger and defensiveness
- Motivation
About
Originally hailing from the east coast, I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland (go Terps!) with a B. A. in Psychology and a minor in Human Development. I was also part of the Advocates for Children Scholars Program, a program designed to involve students in advocacy efforts including social, educational, policy, and social justice issues affecting children of diverse backgrounds, their families and communities.
I attained my M.S. in Counseling from California State University, Northridge where I focused on Professional Clinical Counseling and School Counseling. In addition to formal education, I have worked intensively with adolescents and adults as an individual, group, and family therapist at a community agency dedicated to treating childhood trauma and preventing child abuse, K-12 institutions, and residential treatment settings.
California LPCC #9244
Maryland LCPC #13894
Washington LMHC #61455433
Services
Brainspotting
A powerful, focused therapy that accesses stored trauma beneath the thinking mind.
EMDR Therapy
Evidence-based trauma treatment using bilateral stimulation to reprocess difficult memories.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for PTSD, complex trauma, childhood abuse, and intergenerational patterns.
Anxiety & Depression
Understanding what's underneath the weight, the racing thoughts, and the avoidance.
Grief Counseling
A space to feel what you feel without judgment, timelines, or pressure to move on.
Anger Management
Understanding what's underneath the anger and learning to respond instead of react.
Teen Therapy
Virtual therapy for adolescents 12+ navigating depression, anxiety, identity, and family conflict.
Family Therapy
Helping families break patterns, rebuild communication, and navigate conflict together.
Washington State
Virtual sessions for clients across Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Spokane, and all of WA.
California
Online therapy for clients throughout LA, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and beyond.
Rates
$200 per 50 minute session
$300 per 80 minute session
$125 per 30 minute session
Sometimes people want to enter into therapy but may not be able to afford the full fee. I am willing to discuss financial constraints, and in certain situations adjust the fee, with the understanding that if your financial situation changes we will revisit the topic.
Individual Therapy
Most clients will attend one psychotherapy visit per week, but the frequency of psychotherapy visits that are appropriate in your case may be more or less than once per week, depending upon your needs. Similarly, a typical session is slated for 50 minutes, but this being the counseling “standard” is arbitrary and I am willing to be flexible to accommodate a duration that best suits you.
Family Therapy
This can consist of the whole family system or just include specific members. We don’t have to be locked into any one setup and can adjust session-to-session prioritizing what feels most supportive.
Insurance
I am not on any Insurance panels but can provide you with a “Superbill” that can be submitted to your insurance for reimbursement.
Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:
- Do I have mental health benefits?
- How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
- How do I submit a Superbill?