About Chris

I have been in the mental health field for almost 15 years.  I spent the first part of my career as a trauma advocate, working with survivors of child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault.  Through a nonprofit, I had the honor of supporting survivors through public speaking, workshops, and writing for our publication on the trauma survivor experience.  

 

Along with my advocacy work, I have over 20 years of experience working at the University of Washington, providing counseling on the American healthcare system to international students from over 50 countries.  Through this I have developed competency with individuals from a variety cultural backgrounds and traditions.

 

In my early years, I grew up in a military family, living in a variety of places both domestically and abroad.  With all my academic and practical education, it is my early life which I draw from the most to hold space for my clients and provide a warm, collaborative approach to help achieve their life goals. 

 

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate in the state of Washington.  I received a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from the University of Washington.  I have a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy with Antioch University Seattle.  I have externship and core skills training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and completed Level 2 training in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.  I am a Circle of Security (COSP) facilitator and have completed a number of trainings in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach.