Regan Rowell (she/they), LMHC-S, CST
Founder, Supervisor, and Sex Therapist
As an individual and couples therapist, with a focus on sex therapy and trauma, I work to support clients in stepping into their lives in a more embodied and authentic way.
I am an intersectional therapist and work with you, the expert of your life, to hold space for your various identities and collaborate in our work together. I provide an integrative approach to therapy that combines a variety of therapeutic tools and modalities to fit the needs of each individual client through a lens of being person-centered, anti-oppressive, and non-judgmental. Therapeutic approaches I frequently call upon are Polyvagal Theory, Attachment Theory, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma Therapy, Narrative Theory, Somatic practices, and Emotion-Focused Therapy.
As your therapist I view my role as providing support, helping to uncover past experiences resulting in current distress or unhelpful patterns, empowering the self holistically through the mind and body, and challenging you in a direct, yet gentle way.
On a personal note: I was born and raised in the PNW and find intrinsic healing value in the nature around me. You can often find me hiking, camping, or stopping to smell the flowers. I believe turning inward is often the first and most vital step in becoming aligned with the life you want to lead. I bring my authentic self to the therapy room with humor, compassion, and by also focusing on what is going right in my clients lives. I feel privileged to hear the unique and powerful stories of every person I work with and look forward to partnering with you on your healing journey.
Educational Background
I received my Bachelor’s degree in Human Services at Western WA University. From there, I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with dual certifications for both Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education from Antioch University- Seattle. Wanting to bridge my sex therapy training with trauma work, I became a certified therapist in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
I currently hold professional memberships through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the American Counseling Association (ACA).
Nyx Lopez (they/them)
Sex Therapy and CFT Student Intern
I believe that each person is the expert in their own lives. I am here to facilitate one’s understanding of themselves and their experience of relationships in a safe, collaborative, and authentic space. While I like to take an integrative approach and allow for flexibility based on a person’s needs, my philosophy is rooted in systems theory, holistic health, and somatic awareness. My therapeutic perspective comes from an understanding that our intersecting identities can create a whirlpool of conflict within ourselves and our relationships. Healing isn’t about completely omitting the conflict, but about learning how to find harmony and balance within ourselves and how to come back to the grounded self when conflict arises.
I’m a student therapist studying Couples and Family Therapy (CFT) and Sex Therapy at Antioch University. I was born and raised in New Mexico and moved to the Seattle area about 3 years ago. I am Hispanic, queer, polyamorous, and neurodivergent. I have a desire to help people build healthier relationships with themselves and those around them. I have a professional background in massage therapy and community health education, influencing my passion for holistic health and equity.
Outside of work and school, I enjoy relaxing at home with my cat, playing video games, reading, or consuming other forms of media. I equally enjoy expressing my creativity, being physically active, connecting to nature, and trying new things. I appreciate working with a diverse range of people and keep myself open to learning about the wide array of experiences each person embodies. I work with individuals and couples facing challenges regarding sexuality and pleasure, neurodivergence, non-monogamy, and the impacts of trauma.
