My Philosophy and Therapeutic Approach

I strive to keep an open, empathic, and collaborative approach. My belief is that each one of us is the expert of our own lives and thus have the ability to develop a more sustainable transformation grounded in compassionate love. My counseling style is supportive, solution-focused, and based on discovering what works best for you . I currently maintain active licenses in Oregon (LPC, C7290) and in Washington State ( LMHC, LH60504969). My duty is to provide the highest level for standards of practice and to follow the Mental Health Counselor Code of Ethics as described by the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR). 

I hold a master of arts degree in counseling psychology from Pacific University (2011) with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in adult individuals, however my work encompasses many different therapeutic approaches and techniques. Some of the other therapeutic approaches include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices, and Strengths based approaches. Major coursework completed includes: ethics, multidisciplinary approaches, group dynamics, cultural competency, psychopharmacology, psychoactive substances, and human growth and development.To maintain my licenses I am required to participate continuing education courses and subjects relevant to this profession.