Michele Haynes is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Pacific Northwest Counseling. Michele holds a license to practice in the states of Idaho, California, Oregon & Washington.
Michele received a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
Michele is passionate about working with couples and ending the cycle of repetitive conflicts and increasing effective communication. Michele utilizes Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy, The Couples Institute and attachment. Michele has completed level 3 of the Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy and Gottman’s “Treating Affairs and Trauma” workshop.
In addition to her work with couples, Michele utilizes EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other trauma treatments (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) with individual adults.
For individuals wanting to integrate mental health and Christianity, Michele can offer a faith-based perspective.
Kat Price is a Marriage and Family Therapy intern currently pursuing her Master’s degree in
Marriage and Family Therapy at National University. She holds an undergraduate degree in
Communication from Boise State University and practices under the supervision of Michele
Haynes, LMFT. Kat’s clinical interests include working with individuals, couples, families,
blended families, and college students navigating relationship challenges, communication
difficulties, anxiety, and life transitions.
Her approach is grounded in Solution-Focused Therapy and informed by evidence-based
models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT),
and Gottman Method–informed interventions. Kat strives to create a collaborative, supportive
space where clients can identify strengths, clarify goals, and take practical steps toward
meaningful and sustainable change.