Dedicated Support for Your Healing Journey in Vancouver

Located in the heart of Vancouver, Washington, New Direction Counseling serves the local community with specialized care for those navigating the complexities of loss. Just five minutes from the I-5 bridge, my practice is easily accessible for residents of Downtown Vancouver, Lincoln, Shumway, and Hough, as well as those commuting from North Portland.

Grief is a deeply personal experience. I provide a peaceful, private home office environment where you can feel secure and heard as we work through the emotional and spiritual challenges of your specific situation.

Why Choose New Direction Counseling?

Choosing the right therapist is the first step toward recovery. My approach combines decades of clinical expertise with a faith-based perspective to offer holistic healing.

• Decades of Local Experience: Serving the Vancouver community since earning my Master’s in 1998, I bring 25+ years of clinical insight to every session.
• Christ-Centered Approach: For those seeking spiritual alignment, I offer biblical counseling integration to help you process grief through the lens of faith.
• Specialized Trauma Training: Beyond general grief, I specialize in “complicated grief,” including loss of a loved one to suicide and major trauma.
• Private & Peaceful Setting: My office features a separate entrance, a dedicated waiting room, and a spacious counseling area designed for comfort and confidentiality.

Comprehensive Grief Counseling Services

Grief manifests in many forms, and my services are tailored to meet your unique emotional needs.

Individual Grief Therapy

One-on-one sessions focused on grief counseling techniques that help you manage the physical and emotional symptoms of loss. We work at your pace to process your “new normal.”

Suicide Bereavement Support

The loss of a loved one to suicide carries a unique weight of questions and pain. I provide specialized support to help survivors navigate this specific and profound trauma.

Group Grief Counseling

Connecting with others who understand your pain can be transformative. I offer group therapy sessions in a spacious room designed to accommodate communal healing and shared support.

EMDR & Trauma Integration

If your grief is tied to a traumatic event or PTSD, I utilize specialized methods, including EMDR therapy, to help your brain process the distressing memories that keep you stuck in the grieving process.

Who This Service Is For

This service is designed for individuals, couples, and families in the Vancouver area who:

• Are feeling overwhelmed by the death of a loved one, a pet, or a major life transition.
• Are experiencing signs you need grief counseling, such as persistent numbness, inability to perform daily tasks, or intense feelings of guilt.
• Desire a counselor who respects and can integrate Christian values into the therapeutic process.

Note: If you are in an immediate life-threatening crisis, please dial 988 or visit the nearest emergency room.

The Benefits of Professional Grief Counseling

While time alone can soften the edges of pain, grief counseling and grief therapy provide the tools to ensure you don’t get “stuck” in your sorrow.

• Reduced Isolation: Realize you are not alone in your thoughts or feelings.
• Improved Coping Skills: Learn practical techniques to manage anxiety and depression triggered by loss.
• Resolution of Unfinished Business: Address the things left unsaid or the “what ifs” that often haunt the bereaved.
• Renewed Purpose: Gently move toward a place where you can honor your loved one while still embracing your own life.

Trust Signals & Clinical Expertise

Ronda Gallawa-Foyt MA, LMHC

• Washington State University (1995): B.A. in Psychology (Summa Cum Laude).
• Lewis and Clark College (1998): M.A. in Counseling Psychology.
• Biblical Counseling (2024): 8-month specialized course through the ABA.
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC): Fully credentialed to practice in the state of Washington.

Pricing & Engagement

Healing is an investment in your future. I offer a transparent approach to therapy:

• Customized Treatment Plans: Every journey is different; we will establish a session frequency that fits your needs and budget.
• Insurance & Payments: Please contact me directly to discuss current rates and whether your insurance provider offers out-of-network reimbursement.