Digital Wellbeing & Screen Overuse Therapy in Seattle & Across WA
Transform mindless consumption into purposeful engagement.
We’re more connected than ever, yet we still feel alone.
MAYBE YOU ARE…
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Remember when a sunset could captivate you or a simple conversation could bring genuine joy? Now these moments feel flat compared to the constant stimulation you've become accustomed to. Activities that once brought fulfillment now seem to require too much effort for too little reward. You find yourself chasing more intense experiences just to feel something, while simpler pleasures have lost their ability to touch you.
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You wake up promising today will be different, then watch as your most important goals are again buried under hours of mindless distraction. Important emails go unanswered, career advancement stalls, and personal projects collect dust while your attention scatters elsewhere. You're exhausted from the mental battle of knowing what needs to be done but seemingly unable to redirect your focus toward what truly matters.
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You notice a growing inability to sit with your own thoughts without reaching for some form of distraction. Time spent away from your various feeds leaves you feeling oddly disconnected from reality rather than more present in it. Being unreachable or unable to access information creates a persistent background anxiety that's difficult to shake. You find yourself creating justifications for why you need to stay connected when others suggest taking breaks.
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You sit across from someone you care about, nodding at the right moments, but later can't recall what was discussed. Loved ones have started commenting that you seem "checked out" even during special moments that should matter. You catch yourself mentally drafting messages or thinking about online activities while someone is sharing something important with you. While online communities like Discord servers can provide genuine belonging and connection when in-person interactions feel challenging, the genuine emotional connection that once came naturally in face-to-face interactions now requires conscious effort.
Technology promised to save us time, yet somehow we feel more rushed and distracted than ever.
Together, we'll create intentional practices that help you reclaim both your attention and your connections.
MY APPROACH
Let's uncover the deeper emotional needs your technology use is trying to meet, creating space for more authentic choices and relationships.
We'll pay attention to those moments when you feel most drawn to technology—during uncomfortable emotions, when relationship tensions arise, or when facing your own thoughts feels overwhelming. You might notice patterns you've never seen before: how screens provide emotional numbing when feelings become too intense, or how the constant input prevents you from recognizing what you're actually experiencing.
I won't ask you to suddenly disconnect or judge your habits. This is about curiosity, not criticism—about recognizing the deeper patterns in how you relate to yourself and others, and the real needs your technology use is trying to fulfill.
Together, we'll explore what's really happening beneath your screen dependency. You'll discover how technology might be your primary way of managing emotions or avoiding discomfort, and develop healthier alternatives. We'll examine the beliefs driving your digital habits—perhaps fear of missing out, pressure to always be available, or comparing yourself to others online. As our work progresses, clients often report not just changed screen habits, but transformed relationships with themselves and others, finding renewed satisfaction in simple activities and a greater sense of agency in their lives.
Imagine a life where…
Moments of boredom become opportunities for creativity rather than triggers for digital distraction
You notice subtle emotions that used to be numbed by constant scrolling, expanding your capacity for joy and depth of experience
Decision-making becomes simpler when you're guided by your own values instead of the constant comparison of social media
You find yourself actually enjoying simple pleasures again—a meal, a sunset, music
You feel a renewed sense of choice in how you spend your most precious resource—your attention and energy
Your devices don't have to dictate your peace of mind—you can feel more present and fulfilled.
Let's explore what's driving your screen use & restore balance to your digital life.
Frequently asked questions
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Digital wellbeing refers to having a healthy, intentional relationship with technology where it enhances rather than detracts from your life. Screen overuse occurs when your device use consistently interferes with relationships, work, self-care, or emotional wellbeing. Signs include anxiety when separated from devices, using screens to avoid uncomfortable emotions, or finding technology is replacing rather than enhancing your connections. These patterns are sometimes referred to as screen addiction, particularly when you've tried to cut back but couldn't, or if loved ones have expressed concern about your digital habits. It may be time to explore a different relationship with technology.
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My approach combines practical strategies with deeper emotional work to understand what's happening beneath your screen use rather than simply restricting it. We'll explore the feelings, thoughts, and patterns driving your digital habits, developing awareness of emotional triggers and the relationship needs your screens might be substituting for. Screen overuse often overlaps with challenges like depression, anxiety, and ADHD, which is why I offer specialized approaches for each of these connections. Together, we'll create personalized strategies that address these underlying factors while building new skills for managing emotions, setting boundaries, and developing fulfilling connections that don't require digital mediation.
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The first step is a quick 15-minute call where we can chat about what's going on for you and see if we click. If it feels like a good match, we'll set up our first session to explore your relationship with screens and the emotional patterns connected to it. From there, we'll develop a personalized approach that addresses your specific challenges and needs. Most clients find that even small shifts in awareness around the emotional drivers of their tech use can create meaningful changes in their digital habits and capacity for genuine connection.