Counseling in Bremerton, WA. Find the Right Therapist.

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Therapy Bremerton, WA

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Bremerton, Washington is a growing city with several attractions and events geared toward family entertainment and fun. This town has concentrated their revitalization efforts on waterfront boardwalks and tourist sites, such as opening the destroyer USS Turner Joy to public tours, making the city more family-friendly in the process. The attraction of commuters from Seattle who appreciate the town's schools, parks, and cultural programs, has been one of the main causes for the city's growth and development into the family-focused place it is today. In response to their increasing population, the city developed a wonderful complex at Bremerton High School, complete with a modern performing arts center that serves as the home of the Bremerton Symphony. At either attraction your children, teenagers, and adult family members are able to enjoy creativity at its finest. Specifically great for families with children, the Evergreen Children's Theater is located on 4th Street and is sure to grab the attention of children of all ages.¹

Mental Health in Bremerton

Home to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and the Bremerton Annex of the Naval Base Kitsap, Bremerton's population is comprised of thousands of active duty and retired members of the U.S. Navy.² Members of the armed forces have unique mental health needs stemming from their service in the military. To ease the transition back to civilian life, Kitsap Community Resources offers assistance programs to veterans of the armed forces. Monetary assistance with rent and utilities is available to ease the stress that results from financial difficulties. Transportation services are offered for individuals who do not have a vehicle of their own or can no longer drive. All programs are paid for by Veterans Assistance Funds. Call 360-377-6739 to find out more about these services.³

Current Education

Parents who choose to have their child educated in the home can enroll in the Bremerton School District's HomeLink program. The purpose of the program is to pair parents with a certified teacher who guides and directs the home-based curriculum. Textbooks and learning materials are provided, and students who participate in the program are eligible to attend school activities and functions. Teachers monitor student progress and are available to lend assistance to parents should they need it. For information about this program, call 360-473-4280 ⁴

The Bremerton Public Schools also offers a comprehensive special education program for children up to the age of 21 who have a disability. The special education program follows an inclusion model, which places special needs children in mainstream classes whenever possible. Students with physical needs can take part in physical and occupational therapy services. Speech language pathologists are also on staff to assist with the development of better communication skills. A transitional work experience program at the high school gives older students some job skills that can help them procure employment after graduation. Call the Special Education Department at 360-473-1011 for more information.⁵

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References

1. City Data. (2017). Bremerton, WA. Retrieved from http://www.city-data.com/city/Bremerton-Washington.html.
2. United States Census Bureau. (2017). State and County Quickfacts - Bremerton, Washington. Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/53/5307695.html.
3. Kitsap Community Resources. (2017). Veterans Assistance. Retrieved from http://www.kcr.org/veterans.htm.
4. Bremerton Public Schools. (2017). HomeLink Program. Retrieved from http://www.bremertonschools.org/homelink.
5. Bremerton Public Schools. (2017). Special Education. Retrieved from http://www.bremertonschools.org/domain/76.

Bremerton is located in Kitsap County, Washington. It has a land area of 28.39 square miles and a water area of 3.70 square miles.  The population of Bremerton is 39,520 people with 15,582 households and a median annual income of $45,658. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Bremerton, WA

Some budgeting needed

While counseling can certainly be an expense for individuals and families in Bremerton, with proper budgeting, it is entirely do-able and the risk/reward is worth it. For some families, it may be difficult to sustain a commitment to therapy without proper insurance coverage. If this is you, ask your therapist about low cost options as practitoners in and around Bremerton may have flexibility or sliding scales. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Bremerton public health department.