You'll wish you'd done this sooner.
Powerfully effective therapy by licensed therapists and counselors in Bellingham, Washington.
Now accepting clients both in-person and online.
Individual Therapy for Adults
Couples & Marriage Counseling
IFS Therapy Intensives for Individualas
Couples Therapy Intensives
You'll wish you'd done this sooner.
Powerfully effective therapy by licensed therapists and counselors in Bellingham, Washington.
Now accepting clients both in-person and online.
Individual Therapy for Adults
Couples & Marriage Counseling
IFS Therapy Intensives
Couples Therapy
Intensives
Asking for help is hard.
Finding a high quality therapist shouldn't be.
At Inside Passage Counseling, we know that when you’re struggling, finding help can feel like just another obstacle. Whether you’re caught in the cycle of relationship conflict, weighed down by anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to face it alone. The first step can feel overwhelming—but we’re here to make it easier. From the moment you reach out, we’ll guide you through the process with clarity and care, so you can focus on what truly matters: healing, growth, and lasting change.
- No Waitlists, No Hassle: Get the support you need without long delays. We make starting therapy simple and stress-free.
- Inclusive, Compassionate Care: Our expert therapists specialize in relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based approaches that honor your unique experience.
- Secure, Confidential Counseling: At Inside Passage Counseling we are dedicated to providing a judgment-free space where you can speak openly and heal with complete peace of mind.
- Real Change, Starting Now: You don’t have to stay stuck. Take the first step today toward healing, clarity, and deeper connections.
Book your free 15-minute Consultation
Unlock your path to well-being! Click the link below to schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation with our Client Care Coordinators. They’ll match you with a high-quality counselor, ensuring you get the best care.
Click on the link above to book a FREE 15-minue consultation with a client care coordinator.
We are the #1 choice for individual and couples counseling
in Bellingham, WA.
Over the course of the last 18 years, Inside Passage Counseling has led the way for people looking to overcome anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and PTSD. We personally hand select only the most qualified therapists in order to assure your satisfaction and pride ourselves on being:
Compassionate
Trauma Informed
Evidence Based
Compassionate
Trauma Informed
Evidence Based
Your personal and cultural experiences and identities are valid and important. By walking beside you, creating a safe, inclusive space to heal and grow, we can guide you and those you care about most toward a deeper, more intimate connection.
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy for Adults and Adolescents
Compassionate, evidence-based therapy grounded in IFS, EFT, and trauma-informed care—helping you heal, grow, and create lasting change.
Areas of specialization:
- Anxiety
- Low Self-Esteem
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship Issues
- Neurodivergence
- Adolescents
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
- Sexuality
- Spirituality
- Postpartum Challenges
- Men's Issues
- LGBTQ+
Couples and Marriage Counseling
Powerfully effective couples therapy for people who long for a deeper, more intimate connection.
Areas of specialization:
- Communication
- Emotional Connection
- Sexual Connection
- Infidelity & Betrayal
- Blended Families
- Discernment Counseling
- Parenthood/Co-Parenting
- Pre-Marital/Pre-Commitment
IFS Intensives for Individuals
For deep, personal healing in a short period of time.
Areas of specialization:
- Self-esteem issues
- Healing traumatized parts of your personality
- Body image and eating patterns
- Internal conflict about what to do next
- Family of origin patterns and legacy burdens
- Healing from abuse, neglect, and abandonment
- Compulsive behaviors
- Anxiety & Depression
- Understanding yourself in relationships
- Grief and loss
- Life transitions: marriage, separation, divorce, death, birth, career etc.
- Self-discovery
- Spirituality
3-Day Intensive Couples Therapy
Transformative couples therapy intensives for partners ready to reconnect and rediscover true intimacy.
Couples come to us for help with:
- Persistent patterns and challenges that haven’t shifted with weekly therapy
- Feeling “stuck” in the same arguments or cycles
- Major relationship crises (infidelity, trust breaches, or big betrayals)
- Emotional or physical disconnection that feels urgent
- Desire for accelerated growth and deeper intimacy
- Preparing for major life transitions (marriage, parenthood, relocation, blended families)
- Rebuilding connection after long-term stress or trauma
- Strengthening communication when previous efforts haven’t worked
- Wanting a profound, immersive experience to reset and reconnect
“We tried a few different therapists before finding Inside Passage Counseling, and the difference was night and day. Their approach is grounded, compassionate, and deeply effective. You can feel how much care and skill they bring to every session. We finally understand each other again—and we recommend them to anyone serious about real growth.”
Words of Praise
Inside Passage Therapists
Inside Passage Therapists are trained in gold-star standards of trauma-informed, evidence based therapy methods including Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), among others. We can hold a safe space for you to explore the root of what's keeping you stuck and guide you to a better relationship and life.
- 18 years of helping couples and individuals rekindle their spark
- The majority of clients report an increase in joy and connection
- Recommended by community members, clients, and colleagues















Words of Praise
"Starting therapy was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I was feeling lost and overwhelmed, but my therapist provided a safe space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions. Through our sessions, I gained valuable insights into myself and developed practical tools to manage my stress and anxiety. I highly recommend Inside Passage Counseling to anyone seeking personal growth and healing."
"My partner and I were struggling with communication and trust issues, and it felt like our relationship was on the brink of falling apart. Couples therapy was a game-changer for us. Our therapist helped us understand each other's perspectives, taught us effective communication skills, and guided us in rebuilding our trust. We've come out stronger and more connected than ever before. We're now more committed to each other and our future together."
"I was dealing with severe trauma and felt like traditional therapy wasn't enough. Intensive therapy provided the focused and comprehensive support I needed. The extended sessions allowed me to dive deep into my issues and work through them at a much faster pace. I finally feel like I'm moving forward in a positive direction and I can't thank my therapist enough for their unwavering support and guidance."
Not sure where to start?
At Inside Passage Counseling, we make getting started easy.
1.
Schedule a FREE consultation with our Client Care Coordinators to help you find the right therapist.
2.
Set up a Personalized Therapy Plan where sessions are tailored to meet your needs and therapeutic goals.
3.
Start Feeling Better by gaining new skills, coping strategies and making lasting changes.
Click the button above to book a free consult with one of our Client Care Coordinators.
Our rates for 50-minute individual and couple’s therapy sessions range from $160-$225, depending on the provider. 80-minute sessions are available upon request and cost 1.5 times the 50-minute amount. Please inquire about rates for individual IFS intensives and couple’s therapy intensives.
For individual therapy: Some of our providers are in-network with Premera, Lifewise, and other select Blue Bross/BlueShield plans for individual therapy only. All of our counselors provide individual therapy out of network with all other insurances. For out of network counseling, payment is due at the time of service and we will provide you with a “superbill” (insurance receipt) to submit to your insurance for reimbursement directly to you.
For couples and family therapy: This is a private pay service only. In couples and family counseling, we identify all members of the relationship jointly as our client. We do not identify an individual client with a mental health disorder diagnosis. This means that our couples and family counseling services are not considered to be “Medically Necessary” by insurance companies and are not covered by insurance.
For therapy intensives: IFS individual therapy intensives and EFT couples therapy intensives are private pay only and are not covered by insurance.
Your scheduled time is reserved just for you. If you need to cancel your session, we kindly ask that you notify us at least 48 hours before your appointment so there is time for that opening to be filled by another client. Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice are charged the therapist’s full rate for the session. As a courtesy, you can always reschedule to another time within the same week and apply that session charge.
We always start with an initial session. Over the years, we’ve learned that a full 50-minute therapy session works best to figure out if you and your therapist click. During your initial session, you can share why you’re seeking help, hear how your therapist plans to assist, and make sure it feels like a good fit for everyone moving forward. While the initial session does cost the full rate, think of it as an important investment in making sure you’re on the right path for your therapeutic journey.
After the initial session, if both you and the therapist decide it’s a fit to continue working together, we schedule recurring sessions for the same day and time, securing a dedicated ‘time slot’ on your therapist’s schedule. This not only streamlines the scheduling process, sparing you from the effort of constant rescheduling, but it also ensures consistency and prioritizes your continuity of care by reserving a specific time for your sessions. If for some reason your schedule does not allow for this way of booking, we can also help you schedule in another way.
Questions About Pricing and Scheduling
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Book a free consultation with one of our client care coordinators, and get the help you need fast.
Book a FREE phone Consultation
Book a free consultation with one of our client care coordinators, and get the help you need fast.
Book a FREE phone Consultation
Book a free consultation with one of our client care coordinators, and get the help you need fast.
