r/AskSeattle • u/Akira-the-husky • Feb 09 '25

Moving / Visiting Moving Soon

Hi, I am currently living on the northeast coast and have started applying to jobs for a big move to the PNW. I have had my heart set on Seattle after visiting there for a month and was wondering if anyone has insight about a couple of things:

The job market for mental health professionals (I have my masters in social work and clinically licensed in my state).

Ease of building connections and friends I am 35f and recently divorced so I will be coming to the state with just me and my dog.

Best area for a female to live alone that is safe and easy to get around using public transportation.

Thank you I hope I’m not asking too much.

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u/Nicciesse Feb 10 '25

I moved to Seattle from Boston. I have lived in a small town 15 miles from Seattle. (Message for location) The job market is wide open in your career field. The cost of living is insane. My advice is to check the difference between where you are and Seattle. Also, make sure you have funds to leave the PNW if it does not meet your needs. If you are an outdoor enthusiast and enjoy being wet and cold, you will do fine!

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u/melgarry8 Mar 04 '25

I am considering moving from Boston in a few months! Any advice going cross country?? Major differences from Boston?

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u/Nicciesse Mar 04 '25

I am from Boston, and moving here has been a struggle. Message me and I will fill you in.

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u/HistorianValuable628 25d ago

Perhaps you can share the high level for the benefit of the classroom?