Britney Roark Halversen, LMFTA

Background and Training

I graduated with a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from Seattle Pacific University in 2023 and a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Brigham Young University in 2007. I currently hold a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate license with the Washington State Department of Health. .

My studies as a graduate student emphasized Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This model builds on attachment theory and is an experiential approach to changing emotional patterns within families and individuals. I love EFT, and I have continued on to further my training in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Altogether, I have completed over 65 hours of training in EFT. I believe in the principles on which this model was built and its power to rebuild trust in relationships that seem destined for failure. I believe it can change individuals in ways that few other therapy models can because it uses the transformational power of secure attachment and emotional experiencing.

During and after grad school, I served as a child and family clinician in a large non-profit community mental health agency in northwest Washington. In this position, I gained experience treating a variety of individuals and families with diverse backgrounds and an array of presenting challenges.

I am an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and I enjoy working with LDS clients as well as those of other faiths. I practice therapy from a position of openness, respect, curiosity, and accountability. I’m intentional about letting go of my own biases and being with my clients in their unique experiences. I work with people of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, spiritual practices, religions, family structures, and political beliefs. I also aim to practice with humility and integrity. If I ever feel that I have any limitations that prevent me from serving you well or if you feel you would be best supported by someone else, I will carefully and thoughtfully assist you in finding other options.

I’m married to Doug, and together we have a blended family with six amazing kids ranging from 8 to 15 years old (4 mine and 2 his). We also have a cute 4-year-old mini goldendoodle named Oreo. In my free time, I love photography, singing, and playing the piano.