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New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

New Directions Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
7 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
I love working with all different types of people wanting to change how they respond to life. My ideal clients want to learn how to respond to life, rather than react to life. The last four years have been hard and everyone can benefit from therapy. The couples I work best are seeking help with their sex life. A lot of couples I work with are also seeking help related to Polyamory/ENM and or Kink. I am happy to work with individuals, couples, and different and varying relationship designs and configurations.
I am therapist and a AASECT certified sex therapist with extensive training and experience in a lot of areas. I can offer CBT, Mindfulness Based Self Compassion and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I don't tend to stick to one type of therapy- I like to use what is going to work for your needs. I also offer clinical supervision.
The first step is establishing care with me, which is a 15-minute video consult to assess needs and talk. This is the best way to see if I am a good fit for you and answer any questions you have. Feel free to contact me via email or phone.
Call or New Directions Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (253) 242-6883

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Tacoma, WA 98402

(253) 242-6883

Columbus, OH 43215

Due to COVID-19, I am only offering sessions via video.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
New Directions Therapy
Let's Connect (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Tacoma, WA 98402

(253) 242-6883

Columbus, OH 43215

Due to COVID-19, I am only offering sessions via video.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
New Directions Therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • LifeWise
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with Premera and Aetna for Washington state. I am happy to provide a superbill for my out of network clients. I am also happy to talk about a sliding scale if my full rate is not affordable to you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
"
I am in network with Premera and Aetna for Washington state. I am happy to provide a superbill for my out of network clients. I am also happy to talk about a sliding scale if my full rate is not affordable to you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Maria Carrington

  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Washington / LW60308917 Maria Carrington
  • In Practice for 16 Years
  • Certificate from American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists Sex Therapist / 2020
  • Attended Boston College, Graduated 2008
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I am one of the few Certified Sex Therapist in south Puget Sound.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
"
I am one of the few Certified Sex Therapist in south Puget Sound.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
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New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in sex therapy, which is talk therapy that focuses specifically on sexual health. I enjoy working with individuals with a variety of issues that impact sexual health such as cancer, infertility, desire differences in partners and people who has histories of sexual abuse or trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
"
I specialize in sex therapy, which is talk therapy that focuses specifically on sexual health. I enjoy working with individuals with a variety of issues that impact sexual health such as cancer, infertility, desire differences in partners and people who has histories of sexual abuse or trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Pacific Islander

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Pacific Islander

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Strength-Based
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I like to use the type of treatment that I feel will benefit the clients the most instead of using a single type of therapy and try to force a client to like it.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
"
I like to use the type of treatment that I feel will benefit the clients the most instead of using a single type of therapy and try to force a client to like it.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Location

Primary Location

Tacoma, WA 98402

(253) 242-6883

Additional Location

Columbus, OH 43215

(253) 242-6883
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Due to COVID-19, I am only offering sessions via video.
Call for a free consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
"
Due to COVID-19, I am only offering sessions via video.
Call for a free consultation now - (253) 242-6883
Photo of Maria Carrington - New Directions Therapy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW