Albert Staley, LMHC
Counselor blending clinical care with thoughtful faith perspective
- Video and phone sessions
- Faith-sensitive options
- Trauma-informed care
About Albert Staley
Albert Staley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who combines clinical training with decades of pastoral experience to support people navigating stress, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, and life transitions. He presents professionally as both a counselor and a Christian apologist, and he has served as a non-denominational pastor and teacher for approximately 40 years, working with individuals who are wounded or wrestling with questions of faith and meaning.
Albert draws from a wide range of therapeutic methods tailored to each person’s needs, beginning with Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and incorporating psychodynamic approaches, Socratic questioning, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and, when requested, Logotherapy. He also offers faith-sensitive and spiritually integrated options and brings Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) skills to trauma-informed work.
At the client’s request, Albert will explore existential and spiritual questions alongside psychological concerns, honoring people from any religious or spiritual background. He focuses on helping clients build understanding, resilience, and clearer direction while respecting each person’s beliefs and preferences.
Albert draws from a wide range of therapeutic methods tailored to each person’s needs, beginning with Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and incorporating psychodynamic approaches, Socratic questioning, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and, when requested, Logotherapy. He also offers faith-sensitive and spiritually integrated options and brings Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) skills to trauma-informed work.
At the client’s request, Albert will explore existential and spiritual questions alongside psychological concerns, honoring people from any religious or spiritual background. He focuses on helping clients build understanding, resilience, and clearer direction while respecting each person’s beliefs and preferences.
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.
Is Albert Staley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: WA LMHC LH61651031.
In which languages does Albert Staley provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Albert Staley located?
He 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?
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, 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 that helps 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that adapt to your life
Albert commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s experience guides the work and helps improve self-understanding and relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is also central to his practice and emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and building practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Albert collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, values, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as the work progresses to ensure it meets evolving needs.
Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists provides flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule, maintain continuity through life changes, and access support from different locations. Albert adapts his clinical approaches for these remote formats so clients can pursue meaningful progress in ways that work for their daily life.