About Me

License: LH 61071228 Licensed Mental Health Counselor

State: Washington

Graduate School: Saint Martin's University

Undergraduate School: University of Washington Seattle

My name is Thavarry Yaim, pronounced Tav-uh-rey Yam. I was raised in Tacoma, Washington. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Washington Seattle and my Masters degree from Saint Martin's University. 

As a first generation college student, I had quite the challenge navigating the big college campus of UW where it was easy to disappear and fall behind. One thing I did know how to navigate, was my drive to learn and my motivation to graduate and break generational curses. I started taking a bunch of diverse intro classes in hopes to find a passion... and there it was, Psychology 101. I explored many different options and found that nothing felt as true to me than Psychology, the scientific study of the human mind. Our minds are so complex and fascinating! I knew that I would never know all that there is to know about the mind. There are new discoveries about the way our minds work every day! 

After graduating with my Masters degree, I decided I wanted to explore the multiple facets of mental health in different settings. I did my internship at a middle school and high school, worked at a hospital, at a foster care agency, at an intensive outpatient setting for adults, intensive in-home setting for children under 18 and their families, adolescence, teens,  adults, and couples in an office setting, as well as teens and adults via our new world of telehealth. I've worked independently as well as collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, peer supports, parent supports, and case managers. 

Ultimately, I've decided to see clients virtually in order to be accessible and convenient for clients and to continue to sustain my passion for a lifetime. With a healthy work-life balance, I am able to be my best self for my family and the best therapist for my clients. My passion for this work has encouraged me to look for ways to continue to do what I love to do, while being 100% present in my own life. With endless curiosity and continued work on my own past traumas, I hope to provide my clients with a space where they feel safe to be themselves, with someone who feels extremely honored  to be able to support them in their own journey. 

I truly believe in this work and believe in YOU. I can't wait to collaborate and support you in your journey!