Claire E Mannino Psychotherapy

At Claire E. Mannino Counseling Services, we are dedicated to providing a unique and personalized counseling experience to individuals, couples, and families in the Bellingham area. As a licensed mental health counselor, Claire Mannino, LMHC, NCC, brings many years of experience and expertise in treating a wide range of conditions, including addictions, trauma, relationships, grief, and meaninglessness.

Our Services

We offer a variety of counseling services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our approach is holistic, incorporating elements of psychotherapy, counseling, and coaching to help individuals gain greater insight, understanding, and control over their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Our services include:

• Addiction Recovery: We specialize in treating addictions of all kinds, including alcohol and drug addiction, as well as other compulsive patterns of behavior.
• Relationship Therapy: We help individuals, couples, parents, and children break negative patterns of communication and establish healthier, more effective ways of expressing themselves and listening to one another.
• Trauma Recovery: Our three-stage process for recovery from trauma begins with establishing trust and a therapeutic alliance, followed by working through past experiences, and finally, reconnecting with the community and the world.
• Loss and Grief: We help individuals work through the overwhelming emotions and thoughts that follow a loss, finding ways to survive and adapt to their new reality.
• Meaninglessness: We help individuals uncover their deeper thoughts and beliefs, identifying the underlying causes of depression and finding new ways to cope and move forward.
• Other Conditions: We also treat anxiety, employment and career issues, religious issues, and other topics that may not fit neatly into one category.

Our Unique Approach

At Claire E. Mannino Counseling Services, we recognize that each individual is unique and deserves a personalized approach. We take a collaborative and empathetic approach, working closely with our clients to understand their needs and develop a customized plan for their care. We incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and person-centered approach, to address the complex issues that our clients face.

Our Specialties

We specialize in working with:

• Teenagers and Young Adults: We provide a safe and supportive environment for young people to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping them develop coping skills and strategies for navigating the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood.
• LGBTQI Individuals: We offer a safe and welcoming space for individuals who identify as LGBTQI to explore their identities, relationships, and experiences, providing a supportive and non-judgmental environment for self-discovery and growth.
• Gender Identity and Expression: We provide a gender-affirming space for individuals to explore their gender identity and expression, providing support and guidance as they navigate their journey.

Our Commitment

At Claire E. Mannino Counseling Services, we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and empowering counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families. We strive to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where individuals feel safe sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We are dedicated to helping individuals develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and resilience, ultimately enhancing their overall well-being and quality of life.