Dr. Olivia Painter, PsyD

I offer depth-oriented therapy, in Seattle, for people seeking more than temporary symptom relief. I believe insight is an important starting point, but lasting change requires more. We’ll explore the roots of your experiences while creating space to process, feel, and practice new ways of relating to yourself and others.

Explore the patterns beneath your emotional experiences, process difficult experiences, and develop new ways of understanding and relating to yourself. We'll move beyond insight alone toward greater self-compassion, connection, and meaningful, lasting change.

Warm, compassionate, thoughtful, and genuine. I strive to create a space where you feel understood without judgment, while also feeling supported in exploring difficult parts of yourself. I bring curiosity, depth, and a touch of cheerleader to our work together.

Have experienced trauma and issues core to their identity, specifically those who are deconstructing or reconstructing aspects of their sexuality, spirituality, gender, or ethnicity. I am certified in EMDR & work from a relational psychodynamic lens.

I’ve always been deeply curious about what makes us who we are; our relationships, experiences, identities, and the ways we make meaning of them. I’m honored to walk alongside people as they navigate life’s complicated, messy, and meaningful moments.

I enjoy allergy friendly foods, dogs, nature, and spirituality. I'm originally from California and moved to Seattle to build my own practice.