Albert Staley, LMHC
Evidence-informed therapy with space for meaning
- REBT and CBT skills
- Relationships and trauma support
- Faith integrated on request
About Albert Staley
Albert Staley is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Washington with 4 years of experience providing psychotherapy for concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, anger, parenting, family conflict, intimacy-related issues, and coping with major life changes. His work can also support clients navigating issues including abandonment, attachment and codependency patterns, communication and commitment difficulties, control concerns, divorce and separation, domestic violence, feelings of emptiness, aging and geriatric issues, first responder stress, and fatherhood and family problems.
His initial counseling modality is Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), a structured approach that helps identify and reshape unhelpful beliefs that can intensify emotional distress. He also draws from Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with Existential Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailoring sessions to the client’s needs and goals.
Albert also presents professionally as a Christian Apologist and an experienced non-denominational pastor and teacher of approximately 40 years, focusing on scientific proofs, verifiable facts, and thoughtful engagement with difficult questions. When a client requests or gives permission, therapy may include an exploration of existential questions related to meaning, purpose, resilience, and peace. In that process, people of any religion or spiritual perspective are intended to be honored and respected.
His initial counseling modality is Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), a structured approach that helps identify and reshape unhelpful beliefs that can intensify emotional distress. He also draws from Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with Existential Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailoring sessions to the client’s needs and goals.
Albert also presents professionally as a Christian Apologist and an experienced non-denominational pastor and teacher of approximately 40 years, focusing on scientific proofs, verifiable facts, and thoughtful engagement with difficult questions. When a client requests or gives permission, therapy may include an exploration of existential questions related to meaning, purpose, resilience, and peace. In that process, people of any religion or spiritual perspective are intended to be honored and respected.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Albert Staley have?
Albert Staley has 4 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Albert Staley a licensed therapist?
Yes. Albert Staley is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). License: WA LMHC LH61651031.
In which languages does Albert Staley provide therapy?
Albert Staley provides therapy in English.
Where is Albert Staley located?
Albert Staley is located in Washington.
How can I work with Albert Staley as my therapist?
You can work with Albert Staley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Albert Staley work with international clients?
No. Albert Staley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Albert Staley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Skills and Meaning-Focused Support Online
Albert Staley integrates structured, skills-based methods with room for deeper reflection when it is helpful to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing new ways of responding that better support day-to-day functioning. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially useful for clients who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, struggle with relationship conflict, or want more steadiness during high-stress seasons.
Existential Therapy makes space for questions about meaning, purpose, values, and personal responsibility. For clients who want it, this can include thoughtful exploration of spiritual concerns and big-picture life questions, while honoring different beliefs and backgrounds.
Finding the right approach is part of the work, and the process is collaborative. Albert Staley helps clients clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the focus as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make getting support more flexible and accessible. Sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best fits their schedule and comfort.