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Dr. Thayer is a licensed pediatric and school psychologist with a focus on helping individuals from all walks of life navigate the challenges and complexities of their personal stories. His clientele includes children, teens, and adults who are seeking to better understand themselves, overcome life’s obstacles, and rewrite the narratives that may be holding them back. Dr. Thayer also works with parents, families, and individuals dealing with diverse mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and psychosis.
Dr. Thayer’s therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that everyone’s story is unique and worthy of careful consideration. He emphasizes a collaborative, narrative-based approach, helping clients explore their personal histories and develop more empowering and meaningful narratives for the future. Dr. Thayer draws from a range of therapeutic modalities, tailoring his approach to fit each client’s individual needs and goals, but also remains committed to using practices he is confident work. His work is deeply informed by years of experience in diverse settings, from schools to hospitals, and a commitment to providing effective, compassionate care.
Dr. Thayer received his doctorate from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, specializing in pediatric psychology. He has held positions in hospitals, schools, and community mental health settings, working with individuals facing a variety of life difficulties and mental health conditions. Dr. Thayer currently holds remote positions at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Mid-America Mental Health Technology Transfer Center, and is part of a consulting firm on school mental health in the state of WA.
Dr. Thayer offers both in-person and remote sessions to accommodate client needs. His office is located in Washington state, and they are available for virtual therapy sessions as well, providing accessible care to clients from a broader geographic area.
Years of Experience: 8 years
ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure
Adolescent mental health - Working with adolescents, teenagers, and parents on social, academic, and/or emotional challenges throughout teenage years; addressing anxiety, family conflicts, peer relationships, school stress, transition to college, social media pressures, self-esteem, hopelessness about the future, emotional disregulation
Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
Suicidal ideation - Support living with intense pain, distress, and feelings of persistent hopelessness; strengthening meaningful relationships and experiences in one’s life
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect
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