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Lyza Graham, MS, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor | National Certified Counselor | 2SLGBTQIA+ Advocate

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Do you feel like you've been living in survival mode as a neurodivergent, queer, or trans person in 2026?

Have you been questioning if you're neurodivergent or are you wanting to better understand your gender, sexuality, or dysphoria? Is your anxiety or depression starting to feel unmanageable? Are you navigating family or relationship dynamics that feel too challenging to do alone? Are you trying to find your ideal relationship style? Do you wish to build a kinder relationship with yourself? Whether you’re at the beginning of your journey, have been at it for some time now, or have yet to begin, I'm here to support you through it.

What is my background?

My name is Lyza (She/Her/Hers) and I am a proud queer, transgender woman and mental health therapist in the state of Washington.

I have over a decade of experience of working in the helping professions.

I have extensive experience with providing counseling services to college students/young adults.

I have several years of experience of working in the community mental health/nonprofit sector, providing  counseling to adults of all ages and backgrounds.

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What do I work with?

  • Exploration of Sexuality

    • Navigating internalized homophobia and biphobia

    • Kink exploration

  • Exploration of Gender Identity

    • Navigating internalized transphobia

  • Exploration of Relationship Style (Monogamy, Polyamory)

  • Relationship Conflict/Navigation

    • Family of origin issues

    • Building chosen family

  • Neurodivergence

    • Navigating masking and unmasking in social functioning

    • Improving executive functioning skills

    • Improving sensory regulation

  • Tourette Syndrome

    • Improving quality of life

  • Life transitions/Adjusting to change

  • Anxiety (i.e.: social, generalized, panic attacks)

  • Stress management

    • Confronting burnout and self-care

  • Boundaries & Self-esteem

  • Depression

  • Body Image

  • Complex Trauma

    • Attachment wounds

    • Navigating triggers

    • Improving emotional regulation

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Who am I as a therapist?

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My Primary Modalities:

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As a therapist, I’m professional, and I’m also human. I feel things deeply. I empathize hard. Sometimes, I swear in session. At times, I will challenge you. Through it all, I will support you.

Click on my ‘About’ tab to read more about me.

Washington State Warm Line

Resources

Emerald City Resource Guide

Washington Statewide Resources (211)

Seattle/Washington Support Groups

*If you are seeking supportive conversation through your general mental health concerns and are not in a state of crisis, the Washington State warm line may be a safe choice for you. If you are in a state of mental health crisis and/or experiencing an emergency, please text or call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Contact Me

Feel like we could be a good fit?

Send me a message and I’ll reach out to you to set up a free consultation call as soon as I can!