Welcome To
Connect Counseling
Navigating parenthood can be a daunting journey, especially when faced with complex issues such as autism, ADHD, or supporting gender nonconforming children and teens. Your parenting journey needs specialized support to best raise your wonderful child and teen.
That’s where Connect Counseling comes in – we understand the unique challenges parents face in an ableist world and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Your family deserves the best individualized care that addresses your unique needs. Our personalized services are designed to meet your specific needs and provide you with the tools, resources, and education necessary for successful parenting.
Meet Dr. Rachel Hughes
Dr. Rachel Hughes is a dedicated advocate for neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ youth and their families, bringing over a decade of experience in family therapy and counseling. Her compassionate approach and personalized strategies have empowered countless families to navigate the complexities of parenting with confidence and understanding. Dr. Hughes is committed to creating inclusive spaces where every child and teen feels valued and supported.
Dr. Rachel is a licensed marriage and family therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist in Washington State, a PhD in Medical Family Therapy, an AAMFT-Approved Supervisor, and a Therapeutic Game Master.
Services
Individual, Family, and Couple Therapy
Ready to stop the power struggles and grow closer than ever before?
Parent Coaching
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by daily power struggles or wish you had a clearer roadmap for understanding your child’s unique needs?
Therapeutic Games
Your child learns best through playing! That’s where games come in.
And don’t forget about our asynchronous courses so that you can learn on your own schedule.
Featured Courses
Understanding and Embracing Autism and Neurodiversity
Learn about autism and neurodiversity in our empowering course, challenging ableism and promoting acceptance.
Enroll
Meltdown Management Mastery: The Mindful Parent's Playbook
This empowering course aims to turn the most challenging meltdown moments into opportunities for connection.
Enroll
Why Choose Us
We Meet You Where You're At
We offer in-person, online, and asynchronous support for families and professionals. Learn in a way that fits your needs.
Stay Up to Date on Expert Opinions
Connect includes the most updated expert perspectives in our content. Rest assured that we are doing our research, so that you don’t have to.
Tailored to Individual Needs
You deserve information and support as unique as you and your family are. Connect offers family-specific advice and care to make sure that you’re getting the help you deserve.
Blog
Why Your Child Needs More Free Play
Introduction Children use play universally to express themselves, solve their own problems, grow decision making models, and to socially connect with peers and others around them. It's the space where imagination takes flight, social bonds form, and kids learn life's...
The Truth About Screen Use and Youth Anxiety:
Since screens have become a near immersive experience for our society, the mental health of adolescents has also taken a nosedive, with rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide rising sharply. Jonathan Haidt's book, "The Anxious Generation," sheds light on...
Neurodivergent Meltdown Management
Every parent knows that feeling when a storm is brewing—the mood in the room shifts, and a quiet tension wraps around your child like a gathering cloud. For parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children, these storms—meltdowns—can sweep through a day with...
Get Started With Connect Counseling Today
rachel@connectcounselingandconsulting.com
Phone
360 726 3702
Location Address
640 NW Gilman Blvd, #101, Issaquah, WA 98027
301 2nd Ave NE, #200, Puyallup, WA 98372