PROFESSIONAL DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
GEORGE OLSON, M.A.
Place of Business
Salem
Pastoral Counseling Center
565 Union St. NE Suite 100
Salem, OR 97301-2460
Telephone: (503) 370-8050
Philosophy and Approach to Counseling
I believe that individuals
are capable of change when given the right tools, a heightened
self-awareness and empowerment to take control of their lives.
I recognize and affirm the wholeness of the individual:
mentally, emotionally, physically, socially and spiritually. I
employ an integrative and strength-based approach to counseling
with a strong reliance on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy,
Narrative Therapy and Positive Psychotherapy utilizing
individual, couples and group counseling, biblio-therapy and
homework assignments.
My faith as a Christian is
important to me and I will journey with you in spiritual areas
if you so desire. I am aware of my values as a Christian and I
do not impose my values on my clients. I practice helping
clients understand and clarify their own values as applied to
their life needs.
If for any reason I
determine that I do not have the experience, training or
knowledge to work with your particular concerns, I will refer
you to another professional who is prepared to work with your
presenting concerns.
Formal Education
and Training
I hold a Masters Degree in
Counseling from George Fox University in Portland,
Oregon. I have also completed the Rational Emotive Behavior
Therapy Primary Certificate Program training and the
Reality Therapy/Choice Theory Basic Certification. I am
certified and trained in the PREPARE/Enrich assessment
and training and the Taylor-Johnson Temperament Analysis.
Major coursework has
included human growth and development, human sexuality, marriage
and family therapy, personality and counseling theories, career
development and lifestyle counseling, group theory and
principles and techniques of counseling, psychopathology,
psychopharmacology, and professional orientation and ethics.
I am a member of the
American Counseling Association, the National Association
of Cognitive Behavioral Therapists and the International
Positive Psychology Association.
As a Registered
Professional Counselor Intern of the Oregon Board of Licensed
Professional Counselors and Therapists working towards
licensure, I abide by its Code of Ethics. I am under the
ongoing supervision of Robert J Lewis, MA LMFT which I will be
happy to explain.
Fee
Schedule
Fees for
counseling services are $105.00 per 50 minute 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 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
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
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