About

A Little Bit About Who I Am

I once asked several friends: “What comes into the room when I do?” Their answers were all very consistent: they felt the presence of someone with sincere warmth and a willingness to engage, a unique way of understanding people, and a quiet sense of confidence that is part lava lamp, part laser beam. I feel that their assessment does a better job of describing me than I could.

In my spare time, I enjoy sitting at my eight-harness loom and weaving. I get great pleasure working with all the colorful threads to create beautiful objects. I also love to play the classical guitar, a hobby of mine that I’ve enjoyed since my youth. In the late summer and early fall, I often recharge myself by going solo backpacking in the mountains. Exercise is very important to me and I have an e-bike that I ride all year round. 

My Work Outside Of Counseling

Outside of being a therapist, I am a funeral director and the community chaplain for the Seattle Police Department. As chaplain, I am dispatched to people’s homes to offer pastoral care and support when there has been a tragic loss. 

Additionally, I am the umpire-in-chief for the Roosevelt University Green Lake Little League. I love calling an exciting game and being on the field with all the players and coaches. Umpiring requires intense patience, attentiveness, and understanding. All of these qualities benefit my work in counseling. 

Between my innate ability to help others and my experience as a therapist, I am confident that I can provide the comfort and guidance you need. I am here to walk with you, laugh with you, cry with you, and be there for you when you need a helping hand. I would be honored to have a part in your journey. 

Ross Kling is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Seattle, Washington. ( License # LF61593949) He has a Master of Arts in Couples & Family Therapy from Antioch University. Ross is Level-3 trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy with special training on treating affairs, and is a Certified Discernment Counselor with the Doherty Relationship Institute. He also is certified in Grief Education from Grief expert David Kessler. Ross is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and Washington Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.