Fourth Dimension Counseling, Inc.

08/04/2025

Let's get to know the team here at Fourth Dimension Counseling!

Dr. Kenneth Markowitz
MD, IMAC, CHCQM
Certified International Master Addictions Coach

For over eighteen years, Dr. Markowitz practiced clinical medicine as a board-certified pediatrician, focusing on general pediatric care, as well as treating mental health and behavioral issues. Dr. Markowitz is a Certified International Master Addictions coach and brings his medical knowledge and clinical experience to his recovery coaching clients, helping them break free from the chains of addiction and embrace a life of recovery. He values individualized care focused on each client’s unique recovery path, goal approached coaching to help maximize recovery success, putting recovery principles into action, and collaboration and effective communication with other members of your recovery team. His services include recovery from chemical addictions and process addictions: internet and social, s*x and po*******hy, gambling, gaming, food, and family and betrayed partner recovery.

08/04/2025

Let's get to know the team here at Fourth Dimension Counseling!

Cody Parker
BS, CSAT-C, Certified Life Coach

Cody is a certified professional life coach dedicated to supporting individuals navigating challenges related to problematic s*xual behaviors, po*******hy addiction, infidelity and the ensuing betrayal trauma. His areas of specialization include working individually with men and women, facilitating men’s groups, and conducting recovery intensives. Drawing on his experience as a biracial (African American/Caucasian) man, he demonstrates a commitment to ensuring that people of color have access to culturally sensitive care. Cody has a passion for empowering individuals in deep, authentic healing and has collaborated to lead female betrayal partner groups and men’s problematic s*xual behavior groups. He holds a coaching certification from the International Coaching Federation through Certified Life Coach Institute and is a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist candidate. Currently, he is expanding his expertise in pursuit of a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology.
Cody’s coaching approach emphasizes the creation of a collaborative, supportive, and experiential space, fostering intimate collaboration between coach and client. This approach invites clients to address core issues such as wounded masculinity, shame cycles, false core beliefs, and to develop movement towards wholeness and integration. He is passionate about helping individuals liberate themselves from destructive patterns and cultivate a life of purpose and integration.

Cody is a dedicated husband, a licensed mental healthcare associate specializing in problematic s*xual behavior and betrayal trauma, and a father to a fierce 10-year-old daughter. His leisure activities include exploring the outdoors, meditation and self-somatic practices, exercise, group facilitation, roller skating, golfing, investing, and connecting with close friends. In addition to his academic pursuits, Cody has three years of experience as a life coach, for individuals facing these challenges, and ten years of experience leading men’s groups and workshops/public speaking engagements. Since 2019, Cody has diligently pursued a transformative lifestyle of personal healing and marital recovery (including inpatient treatment at Hope Quest for PSB). This has provided him with unique insights, creativity, and empathy that enable him to connect with individuals during their most difficult and vulnerable experiences. Ultimately fulfilling his passion for helping others discover they are not alone, and to feel seen, known, and deeply pursued by his authentic presence.

Credentials
· Certified S*x Addiction Therapist Candidate (CSAT-C)
· Certified Professional Life Coach (ACC Candidate), International Coaching Federation
· Bachelor of Science in Recreation & Tourism Management, Central Washington University

08/04/2025

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07/30/2025

What Is EMDR Therapy and Is It Right for Complex Trauma?
https://fourthdimensioncounseling.com/emdr-therapy-for-complex-trauma/

With trauma treatment, one therapy that has gained attention is EMDR therapy, short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.

07/30/2025

How Long Does Betrayal Trauma Therapy Take to Work?
https://fourthdimensioncounseling.com/long-does-trauma-therapy-take-work/

Thankfully, trauma therapy offers a pathway to healing, but a common question many ask is: How long does trauma therapy take to work?

07/19/2025

https://youtu.be/402-PQsCLWs?si=zWSsIbbqUHsmo2y5

What is emotional sobriety—and why does it matter in s*x addiction and betrayal trauma recovery? In this conversation, I sit down with therapist Heidi Kinsel...

07/17/2025

Let's get to know the team here at Fourth Dimension Counseling!

Darren Barry
BA, MA – Candidate, SUDP, ASAT

Addiction Specialist, Clinical Mental Health Intern

Darren specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families impacted by substance abuse and s*xual compulsivity, including s*x and po*******hy addiction, unfaithfulness, infidelity, and s*xual betrayal. He is certified as an Associate S*x Addiction Therapist (ASAT) through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and is supervised and trained by Heidi Kinsella. He currently runs two men’s s*x addiction groups for Fourth Dimension.

Darren is experienced and holds a license in Washington to work with individuals impacted by substance abuse. Darren holds an Associate of Arts degree in Addiction Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in Health Counseling and Counseling Practices at Antioch University. Darren is currently in Antioch’s Master’s program and pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health.

Darren has expert knowledge of the disease of addiction and brings more than 19 years of recovery experience along with his professional experience. Helping clients and their families navigate through substance abuse. He has worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, and people from all life situations for several years.

Darren Barry Substance Abuse, Substance Use Disorder, Drug Addiction, alcoholism Recovery Counselor Therapist and expert coach
Substance Abuse, Substance Use Disorder, Drug Addiction, Alcoholism Recovery Counselor
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Substance Abuse, Substance Use Disorder, Drug Addiction, S*x/Porn Addiction/Partner Betrayal/ Alcoholism Recovery Counselor
He has a passion for helping people navigate positive life changes and removing blocks to growth. Darren has been working in substance abuse for 11 years and was Clinical Director/Supervisor at two different co-occurring facilities helping build from the ground up. He has volunteered with missions and recovery cafes for many years to help the homeless population and has added EFT levels 1 and 2 to his skill set to help clients change their stress levels, which allows the body to function and move past the blocks caused by anxiety.

“I’m grateful to use my 19 years experience as a person in recovery, experience in the jail and prison system and homelessness as a means to help others navigate the fears, blocks and loneliness that keep us in the dark. My own recovery with substance use and trauma has brought me here. I absolutely love what I do shoulder-to-shoulder with my clients. I have so much compassion for the journey people take by having enough courage just to show up.” LGBTQIA2+ ally, s*x worker affirming counselor, and safe space. Social Justice ally, advocate, and activist.

07/17/2025

Let's get to know the team here at Fourth Dimension Counseling!

Kyle Takacs
MA, LMHCA, LMFTA, CSAT Candidate
Clinical Therapist
Kyle is a dedicated clinical therapist at Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching. He holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is licensed to practice in Washington State. Specializing in Trauma-Informed Systemic Therapy, Kyle has the skills and expertise to work with you whether you need individual, couples, or family therapy.
Kyle understands that sometimes, the first step is the hardest. While life can feel difficult when experiencing struggles, he believes everyone can achieve well-being. Committed to creating a safe space for everyone, he is an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, an advocate for social justice, and practices cultural humility. Kyle serves a diverse clientele of those struggling with, but not limited to, complex trauma, s*xual compulsivity/addiction, couple reconciliation, spiritual/religious trauma, family of origin issues, communication, emotional regulation, and relational issues. He will work holistically with you to collaborate and gain a thorough understanding of your unique situation.

Kyle Takacs Marriage and Family Therapist
Learn More About Kyle Takacs
As a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist (CSAT) Candidate, Kyle has significant experience working with individuals experiencing s*x addiction/compulsivity and facilitating couple reconciliation related to addiction and betrayal. He receives ongoing training from the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP) and supervision and mentorship from Heidi Kinsella. Specializing in Trauma-Informed Systemic Therapy, Kyle utilizes a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy lens to inform his practice. He remains integrative in offering personalized care that promotes healing and growth specific to each client. While studying at Eastern Washington University, Kyle graduated with a bachelor’s in social & behavioral sciences with a double minor in psychology and communications. He also holds honors in Psychology (PsiChi) and Marriage and Family Therapy (Delta Kappa).

His clinical focus includes generalized trauma, spiritual/religious trauma, and po*******hy/s*x addiction and beyond.
Kyle’s approach to therapy is client-focused, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented; he practices from a Narrative therapeutic lens while acknowledging that one size does not fit all and exploring integrative approaches by additionally utilizing other family therapy modalities and mindfulness. Kyle is passionate about approaching treatment from a holistic perspective and helping families mend fences. He is an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, an advocate forSocial Justice, and works from a not-knowing stance to fully grasp your cultural location. Kyle is here to walk your path to recovery with you and assist in accomplishing your unique goals.

07/17/2025

Let's get to know the team here at Fourth Dimension Counseling! Meet -

Suzanne Reilly
PhD, LMFTA, LMHCA, CCPS – Candidate, CSAT – Candidate, CPC

Clinical Therapist
Suzanne is a trauma therapist whose clients include individuals (including children), couples, and families. She specializes in work with people who have been affected by s*xual trauma, compulsive s*xual behavior/s*x addiction, intimate partner betrayal and the impact of s*x addiction on the entire family system. She also has experience working with familial and other relational betrayals, childhood s*xual abuse, grief and loss, parental estrangement, high-conflict couples, relationship problems, and family of origin issues.
As a family systems therapist, Suzanne understands that while relationships can bring joy, vitality, and meaning to our lives, they can sometimes bring us deep pain and confusion. She helps clients make sense of what they are experiencing and partners with them as they heal from losses, repair relational bonds, and move towards a reimagined future.
Suzanne prioritizes creating safe spaces for clients where they can feel understood, accepted, and heard. She approaches clients with respect, humility, and a deep appreciation for their strengths – including having the courage to reach out for help with their current circumstances. She brings deep professional and personal experiences to her work with clients, integrating her first career in academia with her own lived experiences with addiction in her family of origin, trauma, and recovery.

Suzanne believes that positive, transformative change and growth are possible. Working with Suzanne you can expect an open, non-shaming, collaborative stance; a clinical approach that is trauma informed and tailored to the client’s needs, a research-oriented practitioner who uses empirically tested tools and interventions, and a passionate advocate for equity and social justice.
Suzanne earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in Couple and Relationship Therapy from National University. She is a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS) candidate and is receiving ongoing betrayal trauma training from The Association of Partners of S*x Addicts Trauma Specialists (APSATS). She is also a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist (CSAT) candidate and is receiving training from the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). Heidi Kinsella is her supervisor. Suzanne is a Brainspotting Clinician and has received Level 1 & 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She is also a Certified Professional Coach (CPC).

07/11/2025

Our July Intensive Healing Retreat is coming up this month and we have 2 spots left!
This Retreat is focused on those who are the betrayed partners and/or have experienced betrayal.
We are now accepting clients for our betrayed partners 4-day intensive, Becoming Empowered & Thriving after Betrayal at Fourth Dimension Healing Ranch in Maple Valley, Washington (just southeast of Seattle). Check-in for intensive is at 6:00 pm on July 23 and the intensive runs July 24-27.
Our intentions
· To provide a sacred space for clients to do individual and group work.
· To provide a community for clients to share, witness, heal, and learn together.
· To provide equine assisted therapy with clients to enhance experiential learning.
· To provide therapeutic guided processes and tools with clients for learning and healing from betrayal trauma.
Register here for this month and also for our upcoming October retreat as well.
https://fourthdimensioncounseling.com/.../partner.../

07/06/2025

Our next betrayal trauma partner intensive is coming up at the end of July. We have two spots left! Let us know of you have anyone who may benefit from this intensive. 425 652 1690.

https://fourthdimensioncounseling.com/workshops/partner-workshop-thriving-after-betrayal/

Prices range from $3700-$4600 depending on which room you pick.

Fourth Dimension Counseling - Mental Health Therapy and Coaching in Washington and throughout the United States. With a specialized focus on individuals impacted by all types of addiction and betrayal - either directly or as a partner or loved one.

06/25/2025

How to Tell the Difference Between Anxiety and Hypervigilance After Trauma
https://fourthdimensioncounseling.com/difference-anxiety-hypervigilance/

Reactions often appear in the form of anxiety and hypervigilance — two responses that can feel very similar but are actually quite different.