Hatoun Altharwa , LMHC

Hatoun Altharwa approaches therapy as a process of honest connection and personal growth, believing that meaningful experience leads to deeper understanding rather than the pursuit of happiness as an end in itself. They cultivates close, authentic relationships with clients so that trust can open the way to exploring true feelings and long-held patterns. In that therapeutic relationship, longstanding beliefs are examined and new, healthier ways of relating to oneself and others can emerge.

Hatoun specializes in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults who face complex issues, setting aside diagnostic labels to honor each person’s full experience. With a focus on areas such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship challenges, addiction, grief, sleep difficulties, and self-esteem, Hatoun tailors care to the individual and the family system in which they live.

Hatoun is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and brings nine years of clinical experience to their practice in Washington. Their approach emphasizes self-awareness, self-understanding, and practical steps toward increased self-respect and motivation so clients can find clearer meaning and purpose in their lives.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Hatoun commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in their work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s perspective guides the work; it helps people build self-awareness and trust in their own process. CBT is a structured approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT blends skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, supporting people who struggle with intense emotions or relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Hatoun works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, and together they determine which combination of methods fits best. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions so therapy feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy with Hatoun uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work through transitions, and maintain continuity of care. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to provide focused, effective treatment that aligns with each client’s life and needs.