Z. Mayreni López, MS, LMHCA
(my-reh-nee,
emphasis on nee)
(my-reh-nee,
emphasis on nee)
Clinical Counselor
(Pronouns: She/Her)
Contact information
In-Network Insurance
- Premera / Lifewise
- Most BCBS Plans
A Bit About Me
Hello, and thank you for visiting this page to learn a little about me. My full name is Zoila Mayreni López (she/her). I prefer to be referred to as Mayreni (my-reh-nee, emphasis on nee). I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) immigrant from the Dominican Republic who identifies as Queer (in all aspects of my being), BIPOC (Afro-Latine), R/A Polyamorous.
I grew up in NYC (Queens Borough) and, after spending time in Chicago and a few Central Florida cities, moved to Seattle 10 years ago with my partner of 23 years and our three children (now ranging from middle school age to young adult). I am enthralled by the natural beauty of these stolen lands and have struggled to adjust to living in such a racially homogenous part of this country.
My gender, sexual, racial, and cultural identities are all central to how I relate to people, see the world, and move within it. My queer identity expands beyond gender identity and sexual preference; queerness to me is deeply related to my commitment to dismantle old programming while standing on the edge and stretching beyond myself, and in doing so, helping others do the same. It is my resolve to tear down systems of oppression (within and outside of me).
In my spare time I enjoy solitude, listening to music, dancing, immersion in nature, moto-riding on windy back roads, getting tattoos (each makes me feel more like myself), and spending time with the people I love most.
As a therapist, I am a fervent change-catalyst with the ability to inspire and motivate my clients toward a vision and mission that feels aligned with their values. I have ample capacity to be open and have a continual spirit of curiosity and collaboration. I also enjoy creating and analyzing different strategies with my clients to help them reach their therapeutic goals.
I have both interest and experience in person-centered, trauma-informed work while providing culturally competent supports (uplifting the voices and perspectives of Queer people and people of color). I believe that my personal and professional experiences, as well as my passions and desire to have broad impact on people, systems, and communities are all qualities that especially lend themselves to successfully offering therapeutic relationships that foster ongoing growth and development. I would be honored to have the opportunity to use my perspectives to help you along in your own path towards continued self-discovery, self-awareness, and healing.
My therapeutic methods are always grounded upon decolonializing, anti-oppressive, and multicultural lenses. I tailor my therapy to each client and their presenting concerns. Every therapeutic relationship gives way to a certain alchemy that brings forth presence as a reflective mirror; with mirroring and a trusting relationship, I believe therapy can lead to increased self-awareness and healing.
I believe that trauma (little t, big T, epigenetics) impacts the way we relate to others. I use attachment theory as a means of helping conceptualize my clients’ relational experiences to bring awareness to aspects of themselves that may otherwise be inaccessible/unconscious.
I draw from Relational, Humanistic/Client Centered, Feminist, Existential, Mindful, Somatic, and Spiritual approaches. I also integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my work as a means of helping clients meet their parts without judgment, towards integration and inner harmony.
Master of Science in Mental Health I 2012
Capella University I Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology I 2003
Bachelor of Arts: Criminal Justice I 2003
University of Illinois I Chicago, IL
Trauma and Attachment-Focused Certified Therapist I 2019
Cascadia Training for Professional Development by Deborah Gray, MSW, MPA I Seattle, WA
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) I 2019
Cascadia Training for Professional Development by Shelley White, MA, LMHC I Seattle, WA
Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Certified Practitioner I 2017
TCU Center – Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development I Dallas, TX
Holt International – Clinical Social Worker
WACAP – Clinical Director
May Coaching Services – Adoption Consultant & Life Coach
Community Counseling Center of Central FL – In-Home Therapist
Catholic Charities of Central Florida – Financial Literacy Counselor
Youth and Family Alternatives – Family Counselor
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago – Mental Health Counselor
Areas of Expertise
- Gender and sexual identity
- Non-traditional relationship structures
- Neurodivergence
- Life transitions and adjustment
- Impacts of trauma
- Expanding access to capacity, resiliency, and agency
- Somatic healing
- Complex cultural and racial identity
- Adoptee identity
- Impacts of oppression and privilege
- Family of origin and chosen family relationship matters
I adhere to the ethical code as established by the American Psychological Association, and the professional standards as described in the Washington State Psychology Licensing Laws (RCW 18.83, 18.130, and WAC 308-122). If you have any concerns about the treatment you receive, please feel free to discuss them with me. If I fail to respond to your satisfaction, you have the right to register a complaint with the Department of Health, Washington State Examining Board of Psychology, PO Box 47868, Olympia, WA 98504, (253) 753-2147. You may also register a complaint to the Ethics Committee of the Washington State Psychological Association at (206) 363-9772.