Daja Isom, LMHC

Daja Isom is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with five years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, motivation, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and depression. Daja takes a collaborative approach that centers each person's goals and strengths while addressing life transitions and emotional difficulties.

Her work includes attention to issues across the lifespan such as aging and geriatric concerns, body image and self-love, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, and the effects of prejudice and discrimination. She also supports survivors of sexual assault and abuse, young adults, and women coping with workplace or relationship stressors. Daja integrates evidence-informed strategies tailored to each client’s needs and preferences.

In sessions she strives to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, Daja offers steady support and practical guidance to help people move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Virtual Care

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It is often used when past traumatic events or painful memories continue to affect daily functioning and relationships. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple, present-focused awareness techniques to help manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions. It can be useful for reducing stress, regulating mood, and improving attention to the present moment. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical, future-oriented strategies and small, achievable steps that build on a person’s existing strengths and resources to address specific problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and typically happens collaboratively. Daja will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then tailor methods that fit the situation and comfort level. The aim is to find a pathway that feels workable and meaningful for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments, and allow people to engage in therapy from familiar settings while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt treatment to the virtual format.