Services
- Adolescent/Teen
About My Clients
I meet with teen guys, emerging adult males, and trans youth. I have significant experience and training related to trauma, depression, obsessive thoughts, oppositional behavior, LGBTQ+ topics, and most other concerns. I regularly meet with adopted teens and neurodiverse individuals.
My Background and Approach
I've been counseling teens and emerging adults for over two decades. My approach is strongly influenced by existential psychotherapy and attachment theory, but I tend to be fairly pragmatic in sessions, utilizing what seems most useful right now. Most often that’s a mix of motivational interviewing, narrative approaches, and practical mindfulness.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
In addition to my clinical work, I regularly provide professional development and continuing education programs for helping professionals. I’ve also presented for non-profit agencies, county sponsored events, and over 100 times at international, national, and regional conferences -- including multiple times at the American Counseling Association, the Association of Experiential Education, and the Washington Behavioral Health Council.