Gregory Merrill, LICSW, WA | Psychotherapist

About Gregory Merrill

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Foster Care Counseling

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Teenagers (13-17)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Families

Treatment approaches

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Trauma Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Gregory Merrill

Gregory Merrill, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than 30 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges with compassion and clarity. He specializes in supporting clients facing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, and stress-related concerns. Greg draws from evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, and solution-focused therapy, combining structured tools with empathy and insight to help clients reframe negative thinking, strengthen coping skills, and foster lasting emotional well-being. Greg's therapeutic style is person-centered, collaborative, and strengths-based. He believes that healing happens within a supportive and trusting relationship where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to make meaningful change. Known for his thoughtful and down-to-earth approach, Greg creates a safe space for self-reflection and growth while helping clients uncover connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Outside of his clinical work, Greg enjoys hiking, woodworking, dancing, and spending time with his family activities that reflect his belief in balance, creativity, and connection as key components of a healthy life.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Insomnia

Mental Health Problem

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Panic Attack

Stress Management

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Insomnia

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

NPI number

1427198407

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What practice does Gregory Merrill work with?

Gregory Merrill works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gregory Merrill?

Gregory Merrill frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bereavement / Grief Counseling, Depression, Mental Health Problem , and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). You can see other visit reasons for Gregory Merrill on their profile.