Mya L. Adams M.Ed., LPC is the owner and Clinical Director of MindByMya & Associates. She is a dedicated and compassionate professional with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Mya founded the practice out of a deep passion for providing superior and accessible mental health care. She is committed to empowering individuals through therapy, offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.

Throughout her career, Mya has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient care, community mental health, and substance abuse recovery. This broad range of experience has shaped her holistic approach to therapy, which is rooted in themes of empowerment, social justice, and self-compassion. Mya is deeply committed to helping clients embrace their authentic selves while navigating life's challenges.

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She believes in the healing power of the therapeutic relationship and strives to build genuine connections with her clients by showing up as a "real person" in sessions—using humor and a down-to-earth approach, while maintaining professional boundaries. This unique balance allows her clients to feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

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Mya holds a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University. She specializes in Grief & Loss, Body Image/Self-Acceptance, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. Her extensive clinical experience includes helping clients manage or overcome a wide range of mental health challenges, such as Depression, PTSD, Gender Dysphoria, Body Dysphoria, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Relationship Conflict, and Addiction.

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As an eclectic therapist, Mya tailors her approach to each individual client, using a variety of therapeutic interventions based on the client's unique needs. She incorporates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), ensuring that each session is personalized and effective.

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Mya is passionate about empowering clients to build resilience and find their inner strength. Her warm, empathetic approach creates an environment where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive.