Business Details
34 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Bellevue, WA
With over three decades of dedicated practice, I have established myself as a trusted clinical psychologist serving the Bellevue and Seattle communities. My expertise spans working with adolescents and adults facing diverse challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. I prioritize forming collaborative partnerships with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that promote emotional well-being and practical coping strategies. As a licensed professional in both Washington and California, I integrate evidence-based approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to ensure effective outcomes.My commitment to continuous professional engagement through organizations like the American Psychological Association underscores my dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care. Whether addressing acute stress or supporting long-term personal growth, I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients can achieve meaningful progress toward their mental health goals.
Services
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
ADHD Assessment
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Stress Reduction
Life Transition Coaching
Psychological Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical psychology experience
- Our team specializes in evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
- We serve both adolescents and adults with diverse mental health needs
- Our practice maintains dual state licensure in Washington and California
- We collaborate with medical professionals for comprehensive care
Services
Depression Treatment
Specialized care for individuals experiencing clinical depression, focusing on restoring emotional balance and daily functioning. Our evidence-based approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with personalized coping strategies to address persistent sadness, motivation issues, and negative thought patterns. With over three decades of experience treating mood disorders, we help clients rediscover enjoyment in life through structured therapeutic interventions that target both symptoms and underlying causes.
Anxiety Management
Comprehensive treatment for anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias. We employ proven Cognitive-Behavioral techniques to identify and modify distressing thought patterns while teaching practical stress-reduction skills. Our approach addresses physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and insomnia while building long-term resilience against anxiety triggers through gradual exposure and mindfulness practices tailored to individual needs.
ADHD Assessment
Thorough diagnostic process for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in both children and adults. Our assessment includes clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized testing to distinguish ADHD from other potential causes of focus difficulties. We provide detailed feedback sessions explaining evaluation results and offer practical recommendations for academic, professional, and personal life management strategies that accommodate individual cognitive patterns.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Evidence-based therapeutic approach focusing on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. We help clients identify and modify unhelpful thinking patterns through structured skill-building exercises and behavioral experiments. This time-limited therapy typically spans 8-20 sessions, emphasizing practical tools for managing mental health challenges and preventing relapse through enhanced self-awareness and coping techniques.
Life Transition Coaching
Guidance through significant life changes such as career shifts, relationship adjustments, or major personal milestones. We develop customized strategies to navigate uncertainty and build adaptive coping mechanisms. Our approach combines goal-setting frameworks with emotional regulation techniques to help clients maintain stability and personal growth during periods of transformation.
People
Ian Cox, Ph. D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Cox holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Southern Illinois University and completed his internship at the American Lake Veterans Administration. Licensed in Washington and California, he has maintained private practice since 1992, specializing in evidence-based treatments for mood and anxiety disorders while maintaining active professional affiliations.
Questions
What mental health services do you specialize in?
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and adjustment issues using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for adolescents and adults.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, I currently offer both in-person sessions at my Bellevue office and online telemedicine appointments to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs.
Do you accept insurance?
I am on the provider panels for Regence Blue Shield, Premera, and First Choice Health Network, and can bill insurance directly for covered services.
What is your therapeutic approach?
I primarily use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy while incorporating mindfulness techniques, focusing on practical skill-building to address specific mental health challenges and promote lasting change.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with session frequency determined collaboratively based on individual treatment needs and progress toward established goals.
