Meet Our Team

A strong, trusting relationship with your therapist is one of the most important parts of meaningful progress.

All clinicians at ClariDhi Counseling prioritize building that foundation—
so you can feel safe, understood, and supported in your work.

Jessica "Jess" Daniels, LMHC, NCC, SUDP

Jess is the owner of ClariDhi Counseling and a licensed mental health and substance use counselor in Washington State. She brings an integrative, nervous system-informed approach to therapy, supporting clients in understanding their patterns, building regulation, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Her work is grounded in the belief that healing happens through connection, safety, and a deeper understanding of how our experiences shape the way we move through the world.

Jess works with individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and substance use. She also supports those looking to better understand their relationships, communication patterns, and emotional responses.

Approach

Jess integrates a range of evidence-based and experiential approaches, including EMDR, CBT, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), and relational work. Her approach is grounded in understanding the nervous system and recognizing the connection between mind, body, relationships, and lived experience.

She helps clients make sense of the patterns that shape their emotions, behaviors, and relationships, supporting them in building greater awareness, regulation, and lasting change.

Jess's approach is both collaborative and direct. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel understood and supported, while also helping you gently challenge patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

She values genuine, transparent connection and believes meaningful change happens through both compassion and honesty—balancing accountability with curiosity, safety, and a steady, grounded pace.

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety & emotional overwhelm

  • Nervous system regulation

  • Trauma & abuse (EMDR)

  • Substance use & recovery (including moderation & harm reduction)

  • Relationship & couples work

  • Attachment styles & communication techniques

Training & Credentials

  • Licensed Mental health Counselor (WA)

  • Substance Use Disorder Professional

  • National Certified Counselor

  • EMDR trained

  • Gottman Level 1 & 2 trained

  • Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Certified Provider

Personal Note

Jess values authenticity, connection, and honesty in her work and personal life. She is a wife, mother of four children, with a dog and two cats. Outside of work, she is a musician and writer who enjoys travel, yoga, camping, hiking, and crafting. She stays connected to her farm-town roots through what she calls "dirt-therapy," with gardening and preserving the harvest.

Tamara "Tami" Minchow, MSW, LICSW

Tami is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a relational, compassionate, and strengths-based approach to therapy. She is deeply grounded in the belief that feeling seen, understood, and supported can be a powerful catalyst for change.

Her path to becoming a therapist was shaped by meaningful relationships in her own life—moments where she experienced genuine compassion, nonjudgmental support, and connection. Those experiences continue to guide the way she shows up for her clients.

Tami supports individuals navigating substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, codependency, and life transitions. She is passionate about creating a space where you can show up as you are, while reconnecting with your own insight, resilience, and capacity for growth.

Approach

Tami’s approach is relational, collaborative, and strengths-based. She believes you are the expert of your own experiences and works alongside you to explore patterns, build insight, and support meaningful change.

She tailors therapy to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support skill-building and awareness. She also incorporates Motivational Interviewing (MI) to explore ambivalence and strengthen internal motivation, and uses the CRAFT approach when working with individuals and families impacted by substance use.

At the core of her work is a focus on self-compassion—helping you learn to relate to yourself with more understanding and less criticism, creating space for deeper healing and resilience.

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety & depression

  • Trauma & life transitions (EMDR)

  • Supporting loved ones impacted by substance use (CRAFT-informed)

  • Codependency

  • Substance use & recovery

Training & Credentials

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (WA)

  • Trained in Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT)

  • EMDR Trained

Personal Note

Outside of therapy, Tami is a wife and mom to two boys who keep life full and active. She shares her home with three very loved (and very opinionated) cats, and enjoys spending time at the beach, reading, hiking, traveling, going to concerts, playing card games, and exploring new restaurants. These aspects keep her grounded and remind her of the importance of connection, flexibility, and humor.

Suzanne "Suzie" Bertholic-Liljenberg, MS, LMHCA

Suzie is a compassionate and direct therapist who offers a holistic, empowering approach to care. She understands that life can feel overwhelming, especially when the balance between work, family, and personal well-being feels out of reach. She is passionate about helping clients recognize patterns that are no longer serving them while building the tools needed for meaningful, lasting change.

She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore fear, frustration, and pain while developing a deeper understanding of themselves. Through self-awareness, practical coping skills, and intentional self-care, she supports clients in moving forward with greater confidence, balance, and resilience.

Suzie works with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions. She is especially passionate about helping clients overcome both internal and external barriers so they can build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Approach

Suzie believes healing happens through caring for the whole person. She values the connection between mind and body and encourages clients to explore how emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors all contribute to overall wellness. She often incorporates mindfulness practices, movement, and nutrition education alongside evidence-based therapy to support healing and resilience.

Her approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and directness. She believes meaningful change begins when clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported while also being challenged to grow in ways that align with their values.

She integrates evidence-based and holistic approaches, drawing from CBT, DBT, IFS, MBCT, MI, EMDR strengths-based therapy, and trauma-informed care. Every treatment plan is tailored to each client's unique experiences, goals, and strengths.

At the heart of her work is the belief that healing is possible. With compassion, insight, and practical tools, she helps clients move beyond current struggles and toward lasting growth and well-being.

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety & depression

  • Trauma, PTSD, and Veterans (EMDR)

  • Domestic & sexual abuse recovery

  • Grief & Loss

  • Anger Management & Impulsivity

  • Health & Wellness

Training & Credentials

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (WA)

  • Training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Training in Food & Mood / Health & Wellness

  • EMDR trained

  • Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Personal Note

Outside of therapy, Suzie is a wife and mother of two children. She enjoys spending time at the lake, working out, reading, hiking, traveling, gardening, and continually learning new things that challenge and inspire her. She values experiences that foster connection, curiosity, and personal growth, and these passions help keep her grounded while reminding her of the importance of balance, compassion, and living intentionally.

Interested in joining our team?

We're always open to connecting with clinicians who value thoughtful, relationship-centered work.
If our approach resonates with you, we'd love to connect.

ClariDhi Counseling, PLLC
6855 W Clearwater Ave, Ste A101-293
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 841-4494 Fax:(509) 841-4899
Email: hello@claridhicounseling.com

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