Hello! My name is Baylee. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) and a recent graduate from Gonzaga University earning a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a local Spokanite having grown up in the surrounding farming community and enjoy the opportunity to serve my hometown region. Before coming to Life’s Learning, I interned at Deer Park Counseling where I learned the value of both an array of modalities to meet client needs and continual progression with professional development.
Recognizing the need for change can be a vulnerable state yet one that you don’t have to navigate on your own. My focus is to teach you skills to make life feel more balanced meanwhile creating a space of reassurance and comfort. Therapy is an authentic encounter between two people to promote individual growth through the instillation of hope, self-awareness and goal directed change. Counseling truly is as unique as the individual.
At Life’s Learning, I offer both telehealth and in-person sessions to match your needs.
My counseling theory is eclectic yet grounded in a person-centered approach. My clinical hours have been spent helping individuals with depression, anxiety, and overall wellness. I am relationship-focused, and strength-based, with a desire to explore meaning-making with clients struggling with their mental health. I look through a lens of biopsychosocial conceptualization and believe in holistic care where the mind and the body work alongside each other to promote health.
I am passionate about working with clients who are seeking a healthier lifestyle. “Healthier” is a vast concept that will look different for every person which makes my work so fulfilling. I am also a certified personal trainer and I find value in taking care of the whole being versus separating the mind and body. I work to increase body awareness, implement sustainable change, and expand clients’ worldview. I walk alongside your transformation and allow your goals and desires to lead the progression of the counseling experience.
Welcome to Life’s Learning! An exploration of life’s meaningful lessons from the simple daily and big life experiences as well as the follow your bliss moments.
Suzanne is an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) with the National Board of Certified Counselors
Suzanne Apelskog of Life’s Learning for Counselors has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP, No. 6786. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Suzanne Apelskog of Life’s Learning is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.