Charline Arends
Selah House Counseling (Private Practice)
Lake Stevens,WA
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years in therapeutic roles, including 13 years in private practice. Specializes in individual and family therapy via in-person and telehealth modalities, utilizing a collaborative approach to support clients through mental and emotional challenges. Skilled in problem-solving, advocacy, and delivering comprehensive care while ensuring HIPAA compliance in electronic medical charting and billing.
Work History
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
13 Years 3 Months- Facilitated individual , couples, and family therapy sessions to address client needs and foster emotional healing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Developed customized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and ongoing evaluations.
- Advocated for clients' needs within healthcare systems, ensuring access to necessary resources.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards utilizing HIPAA compliant electronic medical records software and telehealth services.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
4 Years 9 Months- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare providers to create comprehensive care plans for clients.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client engagement and progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients at risk.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
2 Years 5 Months- Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to clients'' unique needs, resulting in better progress towards mental health goals.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, aiding in the ongoing evaluation and adjustment of treatment approaches.
- Delivered psychoeducation on various mental health topics, empowering clients to better manage their emotional wellbeing.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and trainings in the field of marriage and family therapy.
- Conducted intake and assessments to formulate treatment plan and manage client records.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
Clinical Director of Children's and Family Crisis
3 Years 6 Months- Conducted crisis assessments and evaluations in community settings such as schools, hospitals, and homes to address immediate needs.
- Led clinical operations to enhance patient care quality and service delivery efficiency.
- Oversaw multidisciplinary team performance, ensuring adherence to best practices and clinical standards.
- Mentored staff through training programs to improve skills and foster professional development.
- Analyzed patient outcomes data to drive continuous improvement in treatment protocols and services offered.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to define strategic priorities for service expansion and resource allocation.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
- Dean's List multiple semesters and years
- Professional Development: International Critical Incident Stress Management Studies
- Professional Development: Graduate Clinical Internship in multiple settings including Juvenile Justice and Homeless Shelters
- Thesis: School Crisis Response Utilizing the International Critical Incident Stress Management (ICISM) Program Within the Portland, OR School District
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
- Dean's List: Multiple semesters and years
- cum laude graduate
- Thesis: The Intergenerational Transmission of Pride, Guilt, and Resentment Within Northwest Native American Communities, a Communication Model
- Volunteered: Red Cross during the 1993 Mississippi floods, Tutor to underprivileged children within the community
Skills
Assessment and diagnosis
Military service provider
Couples therapy
Family therapy techniques
Youth therapy
Parent education
Child therapy
Parenting skills training
Health professional collaboration
Experienced service provider to military personnel and first responders
Mental health assessment
Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- Certified - Child Mental Health Specialist
- Certified - First Aid & CPR, and Wilderness Remote First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Selah House Counseling (Private Practice)
05.2013 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Samaritan Counseling Center of North Puget Sound
08.2008 - 05.2013Read More
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
The Everett Clinic, Centers for Behavioral Health
03.2006 - 08.2008Read More
Clinical Director of Children's and Family Crisis
Compass Health
09.2002 - 03.2006Read More
George Fox University
Master of Arts from Marriage And Family Therapy
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Greenville College
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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