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Our therapists are dedicated to helping you overcome the challenges you are facing.
Zachary is our Clinical Director and provides individual, adolescent (15 and up), adult, parenting, and transition counseling.
Education
Zachary Carlson's therapeutic approach is diverse, drawing on evidence-based mindfulness practices and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and emphasizing Rogerian's "Person-Centered" Therapy. His approach also draws from his formal education, which focused heavily on an Existential-Phenomenological approach, factoring in all the elements of a person's life experience to help shape the therapeutic approach around their unique set of needs.
Clinical Specialties
John provides individual therapy for clients (ages 13 and up) on a wide range of mental, behavioral, and life issues.
Education
John Dunstan's therapeutic approach is client-centered and draws on different evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), through a trauma-informed lens. John aims to create a collaborative therapeutic environment for his clients to feel supported in navigating any challenge or mental health goal they bring.
Clinic Specialties
Paula provides individual, child, and family therapy services.
Education and Credentials
Experience. Ms. Frederick has worked in the behavioral health field for over three decades. She has worked as an administrator and director of hospital, day treatment, and outpatient clinics and programs, supervising multiple programs and clinical staff. In addition, she taught college and university-level courses at Bellevue College and Antioch University for over two decades on topics such as psychopathology/the DSM, diagnosis and assessment, introduction to addiction, and group therapy skills, among others.
Therapeutic Style. Paula works with clients of all ages and their families and particularly enjoys working with older teens, adults, and parents. She views therapy as a collaborative process, working with clients or families to achieve their goals using a philosophical and reflective perspective. She uses an integrative and holistic approach tailored to each client, drawing on her extensive and eclectic experience and training in numerous clinical practices.
Paula has traveled extensively, lived in diverse cultures, and has substantial experience and training working with many diverse cultures, family systems, and ages.
Clinic Specialties and Training
Paula's interests include travel (particularly internationally), yoga, gardening, water sports, music, walking, hiking, and biking. Paula incorporates yoga, relaxation, and other modalities, in her therapy practice.
Joan provides individual counseling for youth and teens (10 and up) and adults.
Education: Joan holds a Master of Social Work degree and a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services. Joan is a Licensed Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical.(LSWAIC)
Joan Medcalf's therapeutic approach is diverse, drawing on evidence-based mindfulness practices and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her approach also draws from her formal education, which focused heavily on the person in their environment and the many systems involved. In creating a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients, Joan starts where the client is and focuses on a strength-based approach.
Clinical Specialties
Mary supports children, teens, and families as they navigate change, stress, and growth. She brings curiosity, warmth, and respect to each session.
Education:
Mary Moss's therapeutic approach is grounded in a core of person-centered counseling, supported by evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and somatic approaches. Mary draws on her experience working in public libraries and has a deep appreciation for how resources and knowledge can support growth and healing. In counseling sessions, Mary fosters a collaborative, supportive environment, working alongside clients to identify strengths, set goals, and navigate challenges together. Mary strives to create a safe, affirming, trauma-sensitive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Clinical Focus:
Katy provides individual, adolescent (ages 13 and up), adult, couples, and family therapy.
Education
Katy Priestley's therapeutic approach is collaborative and relational, grounded in evidence-based practice. Her work centers on systems theory, emphasizing how relationships, family dynamics, and broader social contexts shape individuals. This foundation integrates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy to support insight and meaningful change.
Clinic Specialties
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