Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Silverdale, WA
Peninsula Psychological Center has been delivering professional mental health care since 1991. Our practice combines decades of clinical expertise with compassionate service across four locations in Kitsap County. We specialize in psychiatry, counseling, and family therapy, addressing conditions ranging from anxiety and depression to trauma and autism spectrum disorders. Our team of licensed professionals brings diverse therapeutic approaches to individual, couples, and group sessions while maintaining strict confidentiality.We extend our expertise through Employee Assistance Programs and community consultations, now enhanced by our affiliation with Salveo Counseling Center. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through telehealth services and digital patient portals that streamline appointment management for existing clients.
Services
Psychiatry
Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Psychological Testing
EMDR Therapy
CBT-I Treatment
Play Therapy
Group Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 34 years of specialized mental health expertise since 1991
- Our four locations serve diverse communities across Kitsap County
- We provide evidence-based treatments for complex conditions like PTSD and autism
- Our team includes specialists in child, adolescent, and adult therapy
- We integrate digital tools for appointment management and telehealth services
What people say
Professional expertise
Compassionate care
Experienced staff
Effective treatment
Supportive environment
Services
Psychiatry
Our psychiatry services provide comprehensive mental health treatment through medication management and psychiatric evaluations. Specializing in adult care, we address conditions like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder using evidence-based practices. Our psychiatric team works closely with therapists to create integrated treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Counseling
We offer individual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults focusing on anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our therapists use cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy techniques to develop coping strategies. Sessions address relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth through personalized treatment approaches.
Family Therapy
Family therapy services address relationship dynamics and communication challenges across generations. We treat dysfunctional family patterns and parent-child conflicts using systemic approaches. Our therapists help families navigate life transitions, grief, and behavioral concerns through structured therapeutic interventions that promote healthier interactions.
Psychological Testing
Our psychological testing includes intellectual and neuropsychological evaluations for diagnostic clarity. We assess conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and learning disabilities using standardized assessment tools. These evaluations inform treatment planning and educational accommodations for children and adults seeking accurate diagnosis.
Telehealth Therapy
Telehealth therapy provides remote access to mental health services through secure video platforms. This option maintains continuity of care for established patients requiring flexibility. Our virtual sessions cover the same therapeutic modalities as in-person visits, including CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused treatments for various mental health conditions.
People
Alaina Lee
Licensed Associate Social Worker
Specializes in individual mental health counseling for adults and adolescents using CBT and DBT techniques. Provides empathetic support while working under supervision to address clients' unique needs through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Brenda V. Fortune
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Offers culturally competent therapy for stress, anxiety, and family issues with 15+ years of experience. Specializes in trauma recovery and parenting difficulties while incorporating multicultural perspectives from diverse clinical settings including community mental health and education.
Caitlin Rippey
Psychiatrist
Provides psychiatric care with focus on LGBTQ+ mental health and trauma-informed practices. Specializes in evidence-based prescribing while supporting clients' values through integrated treatment approaches for adults experiencing various mental health conditions.
Christie Wright
Executive Director
Licensed mental health counselor with 30+ years of experience specializing in children's mental health and insomnia treatment. Oversees clinical operations while maintaining expertise in PTSD, anxiety disorders, and family counseling services across multiple locations.
Katie Ladenburg
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specializes in adolescent mental health and trauma recovery with EMDR certification. Provides client-centered therapy using mindfulness and expressive arts techniques while supervising clinical staff to maintain high-quality care standards for diverse patient populations.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatry, counseling, family therapy, psychological testing, and specialized treatments like EMDR and CBT-I for anxiety, depression, trauma, and autism spectrum disorders.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Existing patients can use our patient portal to schedule, cancel, or reschedule appointments with their provider through our new digital self-check-in system.
Do you accept insurance?
We require updated insurance information annually - please contact our offices directly to verify your specific insurance coverage details with our billing specialists.
Are telehealth options available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth therapy sessions for established patients needing flexible access to mental health services while maintaining treatment continuity.
What areas do you serve?
We have four locations serving Kitsap County including Silverdale, Port Orchard, Kirkland, and Poulsbo with specialized mental health professionals at each office.
Do you specialize in specific conditions?
Our specialists treat anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, autism spectrum disorders, insomnia, and family relationship issues using evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs.
