Congratulations on taking the courageous first step toward your own healing and growth. I’m Arilda Surridge, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Washington State and the founder of Wellness Counseling Inc.
Clinically, I bring a wealth of experience and specialized training. I’m a Certified EMDRIA EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant, as well as a Level 3 Gottman-trained Couples Therapist and Certified Gottman Leader in The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work. My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, and couples counseling, with a focus on healing relationships impacted by affairs and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is integrative and evidence-based. I combine EMDR Therapy with advanced protocols such as ASSYST, PRECI, IGTP, Sandra Paulsen’s Early Trauma Protocol, and Looking Through the Eyes of Trauma and Dissociation. I also incorporate Gottman Method Couples Therapy, CBT, and Mindfulness to create individualized care. For those seeking accelerated progress, I offer EMDR Intensives and Couples Counseling Intensives/Marathons, alongside traditional weekly sessions.
Beyond direct client work, I am deeply committed to supporting the professional growth of therapists. I serve as an Approved Clinical Supervisor in Washington State and design Continuing Education (CE) courses and trainings that integrate both clinical expertise and wellness.
In addition to my clinical practice, I bring a strong background in entrepreneurship and leadership. Through Wellness Counseling Inc., I have developed international therapist retreats, CE trainings, and business-owner retreats that uniquely blend personal renewal with professional development. My mission is not only to help individuals and couples heal, but also to empower therapists and business owners to grow sustainably and thrive.
I provide both telehealth sessions and in-person therapy on Bainbridge Island, WA, making services accessible no matter where you are.
