Heather M. Sund, LMFT, AAMFT Mentor Supervisor (she/her)
Now accepting applications for Sacred Presence Groups (click here to learn more)
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families, professionals and organizations thrive in their relationships. This fundamental part of our existence leads to greater happiness, meaning, purpose, productivity, and life satisfaction. When our families, teams, and communities thrive, we can experience the fullness of life for which we were created. Together we can make that happen. Professionally, I hold a high value for the most evidence-based, proven methods for change. I am committed to connecting relationally with people with acceptance, empathy and a willingness to see the best, even as we work together to find ways for life to be better.
I am a Fuller School of Psychology Graduate, with a Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy and took most classes required toward a Masters in Divinity. I have participated in both the intensive and the cohort Confessional Community™ Trainings with Dr. Curt Thompson and colleagues, recieved Certificates in Spiritual Transformation from Ruth Haley Barton’s Transforming Community® in Chicago and Launch with Mel Robbins. For many years now I have been an AAMFT Approved Mentor Supervisor (American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists), Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, as well as a Certified Gottman Educator.
In addition to leading Sacred Presence groups and supervising mental health professionals, I provide professional consultation and coaching to individuals, couples, and business leaders. I have thoroughly enjoyed teaching at graduate and undergraduate universities, hosting seminars and speaking at various events to inspire and equip people to love well and live their best life.
Personally, I delight in being a mom to 4 kids from elementary to college, and grieve the traumatic loss of our full-term son. In all we have faced together, I cherish the love, friendship, ongoing resilience, and growth in my marriage to my college sweetheart. I value serving the community by mentoring emerging adults and professionals, coaching youth sports, and supporting faith-based, and social justice organizations.
Please reach out directly for coaching, speaking and seminar requests.
For couples, families, or business colleagues, I provide full-day or half-day intensive sessions as a viable alternative to weekly therapy when desiring faster results and more efficient progress. Three full-day intensives can equate to 6 months of weekly therapy. A minimum of 3 half-day sessions is recommended to experience change.
Intensives can be held online or at a private location of your choosing in the greater Seattle area. I am sometimes able to travel out of the area for half or full-day sessions for additional travel fees.
For couples preparing for marriage, I offer a signature experience of discernment, learning, and bonding. Included are in-depth relationship and personality assessments, communication skills, conflict resolution, finances, families of origin, sex and intimacy, forgiveness and true reconciliation, lifestyle and personality differences, “roommate issues”, and many more evidence-based foundational topics personalized to the couple to build a great marriage. You will have significant conversations that draw you close. The time will be marked with laughter, good tears, bonding, and encouragement you will draw upon for years to come.
Premarital coaching packages are either (6) six 90-minute sessions or (12) twelve – 45-minute sessions, depending on what works best for you. These can be scheduled before or after engagement, in the early newlywed stage, or any combination.
Wedding officiating: I support couples in cultivating one of the most special days of their lives. By providing a relationally focused, personalized experience of this sacred union, I facilitate the kind of service that lays a foundation for your future and invites guests into a magical experience as your supportive witnesses.
For an exquisitely unique wedding experience, I offer a full package including all marriage preparation sessions and officiating for a discounted all-inclusive rate.
Please reach out via our Connect with Us page for scheduling requests.
The focus of my work with relationships does not require a mental health diagnosis; therefore I am not in-network with any insurance providers nor able provide a superbill with a mental health diagnosis for relatioship support.
