1986Bachelor
of Arts in Psychology and in Sociology, BA's
Gonzaga University, Spokane WA
**Annual
continuing education training has been ongoing to maintain license and
certifications.
CE emphasis in trauma, addictions, hypnosis, EMDR, and interpersonal relational dynamics. Ancillary
skills, techniques, and alternative approaches that assist in the process of
psychotherapy have been additional areas of CE focus. For more information on CE please
email: Debbie@counselingoption.com
Professional Memberships, Certifications, and License
2010 American Society of Clinical Hypnosis; ASCH
2003 International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation; ISSTD
2002 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing; EMDR
1997-2009 American Mental Health Alliance, Oregon; AMHA
1996 National Association of Forensic Counselors & Addiction Examiners, NAFC/NBAE
1996 Certified Masters of Social Work Addictions Counselor; MSWAC
1993 Women's Therapy Project Northwest; WTPNW
1993 Academy of Certified Social Workers; ACSW
1991 License in Clinical Social Work; LCSW
1989 Certified Behavior Management Trainer; BMT
1987 National Association of Social Workers; NASW
Professional Work Experience
CLINICAL PRIVATE PRACTICE, Portland,
OR, January 1992-present.
Therapy and mental game coaching to individuals, groups, couples and families. Consultation, supervision, workshops and community outreach education.
INTERNET RADIO SHOW HOST, Voice America
Health and Wellness Network,
GROUP THERAPY
FACILITATOR, Portland Public Schools Drug and Alcohol Prevention Office
FAMILY SOCIAL WORKER,
Pacific Gateway Hospital
ADOPTION AND FOSTER CARE
SOCIAL WORKER, Albertina Kerr Centers for Children
CASE MANAGER/THERAPIST,
Delaunay Mental Health Center
RECREATION AID/PROGRAM
COUNSELOR, Veterans Administration Day Treatment Program
PRIMARY THERAPIST,
Clackamas County Adolescent Day Treatment Center, Milwaukie
Volunteer Work Experience
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF TRAUMA AND DISSOCIATION,
Chair
of the RA-MC Special Interest Group, November 2010- November 2011.
EXECUTIVE WOMEN’S GOLF
ASSOCIATION -PORTLAND CHAPTER, Director of the Board, Membership Chair,
November 2010- present.
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF TRAUMA AND DISSOCIATION, Vice Chair of the RA-MC SIG,
Professional Experience
