
Wander Within Counseling
PLLC

About
Hello! My name is Steph Padich, a licensed mental health counselor practicing Telehealth for Washington residents (LMHC license #LH.61443990). Originally from Long Island, New York I moved to Washington in 2017 for its breathtaking scenery and slower paced lifestyle. I'm currently working as a digital nomad as I figure out my next permanent residence!
I previously worked as a caregiver for older adults struggling with progressive illnesses like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Throughout my experiences, I learned about the healing power of intergenerational relationships. I was also privileged to be an emotional support for clients and their loved ones during an especially challenging time in life, thus starting my counseling journey.
As a therapist, I have worked with folks from all walks of life struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex trauma/PTSD, and family of origin issues.
My Approach

I’m here to support you through life’s challenges—whether you're navigating a major transition, struggling with your mood or anxiety, living with the effects of complex trauma or PTSD, or working through family dynamics. If you’re on a journey to heal from intergenerational trauma, I have a deep passion for helping you reconnect with your body and teach it that it’s safe now—that you no longer have to live in survival mode.
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I often use a gentle somatic therapy called Lifespan Integration to help you process trauma in a way that feels safe and grounded. I also incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which offers you skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and clear communication—practical tools that can make a real difference in how you feel and relate to others.
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My approach is human-centered and collaborative. I’ll walk alongside you as you explore your inner world at your own pace, always honoring your unique strengths, experiences, and perspective. I truly believe that the relationship we build together—the trust, the safety, the connection—is one of the most powerful parts of your healing process.
Services
I provide virtual counseling services to adults 18 years and older living in Washington state.
Insurances accepted:
Aetna, AllSavers UHC, Cigna, First Choice Health, Kaiser Permanente, Meritain Health, Nippon, Optum,
Oscar Health, Oxford, PacificSource, Regence, Surest, UHC Student Resources, UMR, UnitedHealthcare
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Private pay: $145 per 53 minute session
Specialties
Complex trauma/PTSD
Mood Disorders
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LGBTQIA+ Ally
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Contact
Steph.Padich@wanderwithincounselingwa.com
360 - 389 - 2234
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, you can contact the Crisis Text Line by texting “START” to 741741 or by calling 988 for the national crisis line. If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room

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