About
I am licensed in Washington with 18 years of professional work experience. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I obtained my Master's Degree in 2005 in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) and my Bachelor's Degree from St. Martin's University in 2001. I have spent over 10 years working in the community mental health system whereby I earned both my Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) and Mental Health Professional (MHP) designations.
I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing the individual strength and resources of each client, in addition to a systemic theoretical focus, which is a theoretical orientation that acknowledges the complex interaction between individuals and their World around them. I utilize a wide range of treatment approaches, choosing the most effective for the issue involved, which include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), insight-oriented therapy models, and narrative & experiential therapies. I primarily work from an experiential theoretical orientation, which emphasizes the importance of understanding, embracing, and coming to terms with one's feelings.
I work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I believe the therapeutic relationship is paramount to change. The primary areas of treatment that I focus on include depression, anxiety, stress, relationships/marriage issues, trauma, anger management, communication issues, and life transitions.
I enjoy helping others become motivated, increase positive self-esteem, and exude confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Click HereBasic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Organization Name: Behavioral Health Resources
Gender
Female
Client Focus
- Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
Therapy Specialties
- ADHD
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Panic Attacks
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma And PTSD
- Women's Issues
Treatment Orientation
- Coaching
Modality
- Couples
Years in Practice
18 years
Languages
- English
Faith
- Christian
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YP2500X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Professional
Credentials
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
- Mental Health Professional (MHP)
- Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
LMFT | LF 60314982 Verify | WA |
Practice Locations
3857 Martin Way E
Olympia, WA 98506-5268
Phone Number: (360) 704-7170