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For over 20 years, my passion has been working with children, teens, and families in a variety of settings to help them handle difficult issues, develop more resilient relationships, and expand the possibilities of their lives. I truly enjoy helping people see and appreciate the inner strengths they already have, and harness those strengths in support of their own goals. My overall framework for therapy is a family systems approach. Using this approach, I help you to explore your interactions with the people in your life: your family, your school or work, and your community.

Child Mental Health Specialist and Clinical Supervisor

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Child Mental Health Specialist, I provide a safe and confidential setting for you to handle the difficult issues you face. I am rigorous in assuring you have the highest levels of care, respect, and confidentiality. I encourage you to contact me to explore how working together might expand your ability to create the satisfying and fulfilling life you desire.

Clinical Supervision and Licensing Requirements

As a Washington State Department of Health Approved Supervisor, I provide affordable, collaborative, and flexible clinical supervision to graduates working toward LMHC. My depth of experience, training, and applied knowledge of current issues and Evidence-Based Practices provide a clinically sound and empirically-based foundation to supervise your practice.

Associate License Requirements

To qualify for an associate license, the following must be completed: a completed application, 4 hours of HIV/AIDS education and training, official transcripts sent directly from the college where the graduate degree was obtained, and an associate license is valid for 1 year and must be renewed every year on the date of issuance.

LMHC License Requirements

Mental Health Counselor licensing requires a minimum of 36 months full-time counseling or 3000 hours postgraduate mental health counseling under the supervision of an approved licensed mental health counselor or equally qualified licensed mental health practitioner (i.e. LICSW) in an approved setting. At least 100 hours must be in immediate supervision with an approved licensed mental health counselor or equally qualified licensed mental health practitioner (i.e. LICSW). At least 1200 hours must be direct counseling with individuals, couples, groups, or families.

Exam Requirements

The National Counselor Exam (NCE) or National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam (NCMHCE) is required for licensure.

Fees and Forms

Individual Counseling Sessions: $125.00 per 50-minute session; Individual Counseling Sessions: $180.00 per 90-minute session; Family Counseling Sessions: $100.00 per 50-minute session; Clinical Supervision: $85.00 per 50-minute session; Consultation: $85.00 per hour (minimum of 2 hours). Payments and co-pays are due at the end of each session unless we agree to other arrangements, and can be made by cash or check. Insurance is currently accepted by the majority of plans. Please review the documents below; choose the ones that pertain to you and then print, complete, and bring with you to your first appointment: Adult Intake, Child Intake, Disclosure Statement, HIPAA Statement.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact me at 425.290.2218 or 360.631.5315 Fax.