Anisa Ralls, MA, LMHC

Anisa Ralls became the Director of the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry at St. James Cathedral in 2023. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master’s degree in Counseling from Seattle University (2004) and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Oklahoma State University.

Anisa has worked as a mental health therapist with Catholic Community Services and in community mental health. She also has extensive experience in mental health advocacy, education, and family support through a local nonprofit serving individuals and families affected by mental illness. In addition, she has spent many years as an Emergency Department Social Worker, supporting people through crisis situations.

Since 2015, Anisa has served on the Archdiocese of Seattle’s Mental Health Committee, where she helped establish a parish mental health ministry. In her current role at St. James Cathedral, she coordinates and leads mental health and wellness programs while providing support, guidance, and connections to resources for individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges.

In her spare time, she enjoys music, reading, and spending time with family and friends.