Prior to obtaining my MSW, I attended WSU in Pullman and obtained my BA in Criminal Justice. I later attended EWU in Vancouver to obtain my MSW with a focus in Child Welfare. My internship was at DCYF in Vancouver where I had a focus in trauma and attachment. After receiving my MSW in 2015, …
Are you exhausted and tired of feeling anxious and depressed? is past or present trauma effecting your every day life? Do you try to force a smile on your face, but inside you feel despair, depression, and loneliness? Are you struggling or feeling lost in your relationships? Anxiety, depression, and trauma can make us feel …
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. ~Helen Keller We all need help sometimes! I am passionate about working with children (and their families) who are demonstrating out of control or acting out behaviors, emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and/or post-traumatic stress. I have a special interest in working …
I am committed to building meaningful, collaborative therapeutic relationships with individuals, couples, and families making the brave choice to reach out for support. Change is inevitable and can be quite difficult at times. I’ve learned that although pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. Within the context of therapy, it is possible to draw upon your …
With over 20 years as a social work administrator and practitioner, 14 years of teaching experience, and strong research and evaluation background, integrating theories and research into practices have always been my passion.
Prior to obtaining his counseling degree, Chris gained experience during undergrad as a researcher at an outpatient Dialectical Behavior Therapy office, worked at an inpatient drug and alcohol rehab, and graduated with a Bachelors degree in Psychology and an emphasis in Neuroscience. Chris later obtained an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Washington …
I have come to know the importance of initially developing a therapeutic relationship with children, youth, and families from my experience in working with mental health crises in Clark County. Building relationships, therapeutic connections, and working collaboratively with individuals and families to address their specific goals is critical. I see it as a privilege to …
No issue is too small or too large to benefit from therapy. My goal is to create a safe therapeutic environment to increase self awareness, promote a healthy sense of self, and support you in living the life that you want. My specialty practice areas have been developed through intensive training and include traumafocused cognitive …
Julie holds a master’s degree in counseling from a CACREP accredited counseling program from Western Seminary (2019) in Portland OR, and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Washington. Julie is also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC), and is recognized as a Mental …
My journey in counseling spans about 9 years ago and I have worked in a variety of settings, including domestic violence shelters, residential, school based, community mental health, crisis and trauma work, and more traditional therapy settings using a variety of theoretical techniques. My areas of specialty include, but are not limited to: PTSD, trauma, …
I practice as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) holding MSW and PhD degrees. In addition, I am a Qualified Clinical Mental Health Supervisor in WA State for master level interns and pre-licensed clinicians. I have provided psychotherapy and coaching in a vast array of settings from residential dual diagnoses to international corporate psychology. …
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels.
I believe in building relationships, therapeutic connections, and working collaboratively with individuals and families to address their specific goals.
Personal and interpersonal challenges are complex, with ties to past events and the context of one’s life. As a therapist, I seek to understand your story and what is important to you. I strive to help you envision the kind of life you want and how to be mindful of connecting to your values, hopes, …
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a Master’s of Science in Mental Health Counseling. My goal is to help empower you to find your inner strength, balance, and happiness amongst lifes’ challenges! I have experience as a therapist working with a variety of issues in all stages of life. I have worked …
I believe the foundation of the healing process is by building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients. Regardless of what my client says or does, I provide comfort and acceptance so they may feel free to express their thoughts and feelings without judgment or evaluation – this is also what I practice in my …
Dan holds a Masters of Social Work from the University of Southern California. He specializes in mood disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. He also has experience in treating substance abuse disorders and other compulsive behaviors. Dan has a passion for working with people from all different cultures and belief systems including various …
I have experience as a therapist and supervisor providing care at multiple levels of care, which include outpatient counseling, residential inpatient, acute care inpatient, and outreach in the community and school based counseling. Through that process, I had extensive experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and co-occurring. Developed a FAST track curriculum, which is an …
Eve provides a warm, caring environment in which to support clients in rebalancing, reframing, and cultivating understanding about themselves and their needs in order to triumph over life’s challenges, reduce suffering, and build quality lives.
Julianna, or “Jules,” is a licensed mental health counselor providing telehealth services in Washington, Oregon, and Delaware. She is a certified clinical trauma professional, a certified clinical telemental health provider, and a certified anxiety treatment provider. She endeavors to keep the healing space inclusive and affirming of LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and spiritual experience, according to the …
About Me My life is an adventure. I have gone where the wind takes me, and kept my heart open to receive knowledge and grace. I was born and grew up in Eastern Washington. My older brother was disabled and my mother ran a daycare in our home – so I was always around other …
In my years as a therapist, I’ve had the opportunity to support individuals and families who value their relationship with their children and want to give them the world.
I offer individuals and families the hope, insight, and guidance necessary to increase awareness, responsibility and the power to create meaningful experiences that lead to a satisfying life. The primary goal of my work is to help individuals and families seek understanding, create solutions, and restore well-being.
Joe has a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in practice since 2006. He helps parents with difficult teens and people with traumatic pasts.
Justin has a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in practice since 2007. He focuses on helping people overcome depression, anxiety, and anger issues.
Trudy has a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in practice since 2009. She focuses on helping people to restore and repair their relationships. She also helps people overcome anxiety and depression.
I believe that each of us has creative potential that sometimes gets stifled by circumstances and challenges. I would like to help you unlock your potential so that you can be happy with the “you” that you can be.
As a Counselor, My goal is for you to find your strength, your meaning, and your joy in the midst of life’s struggles. To help you on this journey, I will use my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and I will use my experience as a mother and as a wife. I am looking forward to working with you.
Sandi has a Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Washington. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a licensed School Social Worker. She received her Bachelors of Science in Social Work from Concordia University and has been practicing in the field since 2010.
Mitra’s goal is to establish a collaborative relationship with people to assist them in reaching their personal goals. In this way, she hopes that each person will feel that the experience was truly beneficial.
Melinda has a Ph.D. in Counseling and Educational Psychology and a Master of Arts in Community Counseling. She has been practicing as a counselor since 2006 and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and certified as a Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) in the state of Washington. Moreover, she is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Oregon. Melinda enjoys working with
youth and adults alike and has training in marriage and family therapy as well.
I am a Child Mental Health Specialist, specializing in working with children and adolescent, and working with their family. I spent more than 10 years providing mental health treatment to emotionally disturbed kids in Clark County. My hope, my best work is working with struggling kids and their family in order to find success.
Gil is a licensed pastor with the Foursquare Church and is willing to integrate spiritual / biblical context into matters you interact with daily. Solid mental health for your life can be part of the counseling experience addressing body, soul and spirit.
Eric has a Master of Science in Counseling, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and is a Certified Sexual Recovery Therapist (SRT). He helps people with anxiety, depression, and sexual addiction.
Cheryl has a Masters of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She has experience working with individuals, children, and families to improve relationships and overall functioning. She specializes in working with individuals with depression, trauma, and PTSD.
I have over a decade of experience working with people to help them overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma. The path to wellness looks different for everyone. I’m committed to helping you create what works for you to find balance and healing in your own life.
Amy received her M.S. in Counseling from Portland State University in 2013 and has been working in private practice with Real Life since 2017. Amy works with teens and adults and specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, relational issues, trauma, life transitions, body image, self-esteem, and stuck points that keep people from reaching their true potential.
