Clinicians

Caitlynn Maldonado, MA, LMHCA

ABOUT

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) with specialized training and experience supporting children, adolescents, and their families. My master’s program focused on child and adolescent mental health, and my clinical training included an internship in child and family therapy, where I worked closely with young people and caregivers navigating emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges.

I create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where children, teens, and families feel heard, understood, respected, and competent. My goal is to help young people develop practical skills to manage emotions, build confidence, and navigate challenges at home, school, and in everyday life. I also view parents and caregivers as important partners in the therapeutic process and work collaboratively with families to support meaningful and lasting change.

My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I integrate additional evidence-based approaches—including Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, DBT-informed skills, and mindfulness-based interventions—to meet each client’s unique needs. With younger children, I use developmentally appropriate and engaging activities that help them express emotions, learn coping skills, and build confidence in ways that feel natural and approachable. With adolescents, I emphasize collaboration, respect, and practical skill building, creating a space where teens feel heard rather than judged and can explore challenges openly while developing tools they can use in their daily lives.

My background includes working on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, where I provided crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning for individuals and families experiencing acute distress. I also have experience in a residential treatment setting serving youth in Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS), working with children and adolescents facing significant emotional, behavioral, and trauma-related challenges. These experiences strengthened my ability to remain grounded, compassionate, and responsive while helping young people and families navigate difficult circumstances.

Whether a child is struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, family stress, life transitions, self-esteem, or the effects of trauma, I work to help clients feel understood while building practical skills to support growth and ongoing success. Together, we work toward greater resilience, self-understanding, and confidence in managing life’s challenges.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor of Science – Eastern Washington University – 2019
• Master of Arts – University of Washington – 2025
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor – MC.61675288

Insurance

I am a Preferred Provider with Aetna, Cigna, First Choice, Kaiser Permanente, Premera, and Regence. Please call for inquiries regarding additional insurance plans.

Self-Pay

A Good Faith Estimate of expected charges will be provided when scheduling an appointment or upon request for self-pay clients.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is required 24-hours in advance of the appointment to avoid $100 fee.