Place of
Business
Salem
Pastoral Counseling Center
1300 Broadway St. NE, Ste 409
Salem, OR 97301-1426
Telephone: (503) 370-8050
Education
My professional development involved studies at
George Fox University, and Bethel University in
San Diego, California. I received my M.A in Marriage and
Family therapy from Bethel University.
Approach to Counseling
I hold the belief that each individual is
valuable and unique with the ability to change. Life is not
static, but constantly changing and presenting challenging
circumstances that often leave us feeling hopeless, powerless,
and stuck in our relationships with others. My goal is to meet
individuals and families where they are and walk alongside them
as they strive to cultivate a deeper and more meaningful
connection with one another. I employ an integrated systemic
approach, working from various marital and family therapy
frameworks.
Blending theology and psychology is natural and exciting for me,
allowing me to explore both avenues with my clients. I do not
impose my personal beliefs on my clients and I am committed to
operating within each individual or family’s belief system to
the best that I can.
Areas of Concentration
I have gained broad experience working in
crisis and short-term treatment with individuals and families.
Areas of interest include: Helping families cope with severe
mental illness, past addictions, teens, grief and loss,
depression/anxiety, lifecycle transitions, couples work, and
premarital counseling.
Code of Ethics
I am a licensee of the Oregon Board of
Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists. As such, I
abide by the code of ethics of both organizations.
To maintain my status as a licensed therapist, I am required to
participate in continuing education, attending educational
seminars dealing with subjects relevant to this profession.
Fee
Schedule
Fees
for counseling services are $155.00 for the initial session and
$105.00 for each subsequent individual session. Some adjustment
in fees is possible in cases of need and when discussed in
advance with the counselor.
Client
Bill of Rights
As a client working with
me, you have the following rights:
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To obtain a copy of the Code of Ethics for
the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and
Therapists.
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To privacy as defined by rule and law,
including the exceptions to confidentiality of information
obtained in the course of services that include the
following: *reporting suspected child or elder abuse,
*reporting imminent danger to clients or others,
*court-ordered release of
information, *providing information concerning licensee case
consultation or supervision, and *defending claims brought by
client against licensee.
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To be informed of the cost of professional
services before receiving the services.
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To be free from discrimination on the basis
of race, religion, gender, or other unlawful category in
receiving services.
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To participate fully in developing your
counseling plan.
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To expect that a licensed therapist has met
minimal qualifications required by state law.
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To examine public records maintained by the
Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and
Therapists and to have the Board confirm credentials of a
licensee.
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To report complaints to the Executive Board
through either of the Co-Director(s) of Salem Pastoral
Counseling Center, and/or to report complaints to the Oregon
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists.
You may
contact the Oregon Board at the address below:
Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
3218 Pringle Road SE #250
Salem, Oregon 97302-6312
(503) 378-5499
