I joined Unity Care NW in 2023.

I have a BA in Linguistics/European Studies from Seattle Pacific University, my BSN from Regis University, and my MSN – PMHNP from the University of South Alabama.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Washington. I have experience as a School Mental Health Counselor working with adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. I have worked with children of all ages, and am passionate about increasing supports and access to mental health services for youth and families. I strive to center client voice throughout treatment. Outside of work I enjoy going for walks outside and spending time with my dog.

I started working at Unity Care in 2022. I have a BA in Psychology from Seattle University, and an MA in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Antioch University.

My approach is to bring forward the strengths of lived-experience, as we move through life’s challenges together. I draw on compassionate inquiry to uncover trauma and beliefs that undermine our best efforts in life.

I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, as well as the Washington Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

I appreciate Unity Care NW and their values, which are consistent with my own, in that we are here for and with each other – we are all family.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Vermont State University, and have experience as an Outpatient Counselor, Crisis Clinician and Behavioral Interventionist. I strive to provide a person-centered and empathetic approach while collaborating with clients to reach their therapeutic goals. Outside of work I enjoy being outside playing sports such as baseball and basketball, exploring the mountains backpacking/ hiking and spending time with my family and dog, Roz.

I find my work to be a privilege in partnering with those who seek to grow and further explore their lives.  I strive to provide a safe place for individuals to expand their health, resilience and well-being while identifying the change they desire in their lives.

I received a Bachelor’s of Psychology from Kent State University and Master’s of Counseling from Walden University.  I have 10 years of experience utilizing evidenced based practice in community behavioral health services in a variety of roles.

My favorite part about working in community health is being a part of a team that can create positive life changes that impact the greater whole.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Psychology, and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Western Washington University. I have worked with community members from diverse backgrounds and with varying clinical concerns, and I am passionate about serving patients experiencing chronic pain and recovering from physiological trauma. I am an experienced client advocate; I believe that everyone deserves safe, equitable, and affordable access to healthcare. Outside of UCNW, I enjoy modern dancing, hiking, and various forms of crafting.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I have a Master of Counseling Psychology from Northwest University and a Bachelor of Law and Justice and Paralegal Studies from Central Washington University. I have experience working in community mental health where I have met and counseled clients of different backgrounds. I strive to provide person-centered, trauma-informed counseling, and have much experience providing care to vulnerable and diverse populations. Outside of work, I like to hike and walk with my two dogs.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Psychology from The University at Buffalo in New York. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness and case management for clients involved in the criminal justice system. I specialize in guiding populations from a broad spectrum of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds through meaningful transitions and have a passion for increasing access to quality care through cultural-humility.

In my personal life I love to play music and spend time with two cats, Shuri and Beebop.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Art Therapy and Counseling from Florida State University and my Bachelor of Psychology and Studio Art from Millersville University. I am a licensed art therapist and have a true passion for providing a healing space for others. I have developed and implemented art therapy programs for groups, adolescents, and young adults to further process trauma, increase self-expression and promote mindfulness through art. Outside of work, I like to engage in my own art making as well as spending time outdoors hiking, camping, running, or playing volleyball.

I received my MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from Western Washington University.

I work with children, adolescents, couples, and adults – specializing in work with individuals who have a history of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder.

My professional activities include volunteering with non-profits that support sheltered and unsheltered community members within Whatcom County. I also created a trauma-informed training for volunteers working with unsheltered individuals.

My interests include walking, cold water swimming, yoga, and dancing. I love working in community health because it integrates medical, behavioral, dental, case management, health goals and pharmaceutical needs under one roof. Supporting a human in autonomy and building trust in their support network creates long lasting effects. The hope is that the struggle decreases and the relief increases.

I joined Unity Care in 2022.

I have a Bachelor of Science in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, a Master of Science in Clinical, Counseling and Health Psychology, and a Master of Science in  Clinical, Nutrition and Integrative Health.

My specialties are in eating disorders/disordered eating, integrating nutrition with chronic health conditions including mental health, and co-occurring disorders – intellectual & developmental disorders.

I love urban exploration and nature hiking with my wife and child, listening to podcasts, audiobooks, and music.

I enjoy collaborating with and learning from other providers and patients. It is a privilege to be part of Unity Care NW and the Bellingham community.

I was the Chief Behavioral Health Officer at the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the NW (NARA) where I also served as the Adult Mental Health Director and as a clinical manager. I spent 15 years in private practice in Hillsboro, Oregon and had an adjunct faculty appointment at Pacific University’s Graduate School of Psychology, where I taught courses in basic clinical skills, advanced clinical skills, and the business of psychology. I received my bachelor’s degree from Stanford University, and my master’s and doctorate from The Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (now Palo Alto University) in Palo Alto, California. My interests include hiking and birdwatching, travel, and horseback riding.

Hailing from the great state of Tennessee (Good ‘ol Rocky Top!), I did my undergrad at Middle Tennessee State University in Liberal Studies and completed by graduate degree at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology in 2016. My clinical focus since my internship days has been combining a critical-social approach to therapy with mindfulness practice and somatic work. My favorite (FAVORITE) part about being in community health is working together with folks to make tiny changes in their day to day lives which ultimately have a big impact on an overall sense of health and well-being.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024. I received my Master of Mental Health Counseling from Western Washington University and Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Washington. I have experience providing therapeutic services for youth, adults and families from ethnically diverse and economically disadvantaged communities. It is my goal to provide compassionate and effective counseling services and to foster relationships to support each client’s holistic wellbeing.

I joined UCNW in 2023.

I have Master of Arts in Religious Education with Emphasis in Family life, and a Master of Social Work from Andrews University in Michigan. Prior to joining Unity Care, I worked as a therapist in a non- profit community mental health center in Colorado.

I love seeing my patients experience good health and happiness. It gives me great joy and satisfaction when I see them experiencing improvements in their behavioral and overall health. I enjoy helping people and providing them with skills and resources to address their daily life struggles. I teach my patients evidenced based skills and interventions to help them change behaviors they want to improve.

I like working together with a team who also love helping people live healthy. Working in a community center like Unity Care, provides me a great team support and resources I need to provide the best care for my patients.

I received my BA in Psychology from Western WA University, and my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University. I previously worked with youth and adults at Catholic Community Services as a Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorder Professional and as Substance Use Disorder Professional prior.

I enjoy working in community health because of the collaborative approach that goes into each individual’s care.

I joined Unity Care in 2023, and have over ten years’ experience in the mental health and counseling field.

I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Clemson University in South Carolina, and a Master’s of Mental Health Counseling from Boston College in Massachusetts. I received my Master’s and Doctorate in Nursing from Seattle University in Washington.

My most recent work experience was providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning for adult clients for a private practice in Seattle.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and received my Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland. I received my BA in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depressive disorders.

I use Emotionally-Focused Individual, Compassion-Focused, and Dialectical Behavior Therapies and provide both individual and group counseling at Unity Care.

The outdoors is my favorite place to be, including hiking, backpacking and Nordic skiing. I am also an avid basketball fan and enjoy listening to a variety of music genres.

I feel strongly about providing high quality, holistic and person-centered healthcare services to others, regardless of ability to pay.

I am a licensed psychologist and received my PhD in Counseling Psychology from New Mexico State University. I received my Master of Science degree in Psychology-Clinical Emphasis from Eastern Washington University, and my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Gonzaga University.  Prior to starting at UCNW, I was the Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services at Cougar Health Services at WSU.

I like to work from a solution-focused, behavioral, and compassion-focused framework. I believe in the value of holistic treatment and value multiculturalism and diversity. I’m passionate about equitable mental and physical healthcare and believe healthcare is a right. ​

I love working together with my fellow community members, to improve their health and mental health.

I joined Unity Care NW in November of 2018.

I received my Master’s of Social Work from Walla Walla University, and have over 20 years of experience utilizing evidenced based practices to improve behavioral health with individuals, couples and families in multidisciplinary settings.

I enjoy being part of a team that sees each person as a unique individual and supports them in making positive life changes.

I joined Unity Care NW in 2024.

I have a BA in Addiction Studies and Psychology from Eastern Washington University, and an MA in Advanced Addiction Therapies from Eastern Washington University.

I am certified as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee by the Washington Department of Health.

I joined Unity Care NW as a Specialty Behavioral Health Counselor in 2023.

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Language and Culture, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Washington University.

I work from the perspective that all individuals deserve to have a counselor and community that is understanding and open to all aspects of their lives.

I started working at UCNW in June 2021.

I have an MA in Social Work from Eastern Washington University in Cheney.  I have several years’ experience as a therapist working with children and families, including roles at Lutheran Community Services in Spokane and at ​Lower Columbia Mental Health & ​Children’s Center ​in Vancouver, WA​.  I also worked at ​Strengthening Foundations Counseling Services in Vancouver, providing community and home-based therapeutic services for families referred from Children’s Administration and Juvenile Courts.

Working in Community Mental Health has been an opportunity to witness resiliency in action, and be a part of building hope in partnership with children and families.

I started working at Unity Care NW in 2022.

I have a BA in English from Western WA University, and an MA in Adult Education form Western WA University. I have a MSW from the University of Southern California, Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. My specialties include geriatric grief and loss, and I’m certified in Advance Care Planning for End of Life, and Problem Solving Therapy.

I have 20 years experience as a rural health care administrator in San Juan County.

I’m a life-long learner who enjoys reading, nature, travel, art, and music.

I enjoy working with an integrated team of professionals in medical, dental, pharmacy and behavioral health to serve people in the community that otherwise would find access to healthcare difficult or impossible.