Seattle Anxiety and Trauma Therapist | Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC

"Max is an excellent therapist. What sets him apart is his calm, compassionate, and curious demeanor. He remains unfazed by any of the traumatic experiences I've shared and consistently asks the right questions at the right time. If you're seeking a high-quality therapist to help you navigate through your trauma, I highly recommend Max."

"Max is thoughtful, a talented listener, patient, intelligent, and both skilled and creative in his approaches to therapy. As a colleague I find him trustworthy, reliable, and filled with enthusiasm for helping others find healing within themselves."

"I have known Max for more than four years. I met Max shortly after I moved to the Seattle area and we became great friends. What impressed me the most about Max was his kind personality and genuine compassion for others. He earned not only mine, but also everyone else’s respect in our social circle. I found him a hard working professional who has invested a lot of time in improving his craft by attending conferences and reading all kinds of books. He not only communicates well verbally, but has a deep understanding of the problems confronted by patients who are struggling with psychological issues. Max is progressive-minded and is constantly looking for ways to improve his counseling approach. A highly talented counselor, Max holds himself to a high standard of professionalism. It is my privilege to recommend Max."

"Max has been a colleague and a friend of mine for several years and I know him to be a person of great empathy, compassion, and professionalism. Max's clients will benefit from his proficiency in multiple therapy theories, including internal family systems therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as his compassionate yet direct approach to working with people. I would absolutely recommend Max to anyone looking for a competent and sensitive therapist in Seattle or to those looking for a good online therapist."

"Max and I have been colleagues and friends for four years. His private practice was just getting started when we met, and it has been personally gratifying to witness his continued success as a helping professional. Neither of us relishes small talk and so our conversations about life, relationship, therapy, and lifelong learning take us deep into subjects where ideas interplay with our individual values, ideals, and principles. When we consult about our work, about the lives we touch, I hear how committed he is to his clients; and how much of himself he offers them in the process. I never hesitate to refer clients to him and encourage anyone wanting symptom relief, improved relationships, or spiritual growth to go see Max."