Jennifer Karlik
Seattle
Summary
Dedicated behavioral health professional with extensive experience developing individualized treatment plans that promote client well-being and growth. Skilled in applying evidence-based practices to support positive outcomes within a holistic, person-centered framework. Demonstrates strong active listening, empathy, and therapeutic rapport-building to foster trust and effective communication. Committed to creating supportive, empowering environments that help individuals achieve meaningful personal goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Occurring Therapist
Northpoint Recovery
01.2024 - Current
- Provide trauma-informed individual and group therapy in PHP and IOP settings for clients with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders
- Facilitate DBT- and CBT-based groups and complete biopsychosocial assessments to inform person-centered treatment planning
- Manage caseload of 15–20 clients while coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams; awarded Therapist of the Year (client-voted)
Co-Occurring Therapist
Key Recovery
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Led DBT, REBT, Schema Therapy, and Seeking Safety groups for clients with co-occurring disorders
- Provided individual counseling and treatment planning using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches
- Supported relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and recovery goal development within interdisciplinary care teams
Co-occurring Therapist
Navos
Seattle, WA
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support client recovery and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting therapeutic approaches based on feedback and outcomes.
Care Navigator – MATCH Program
Valley Cities Behavioral Health
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated services within a low-barrier Suboxone hub-and-spoke program using harm-reduction and person-centered approaches
- Connected clients to detox, housing, and community resources to support stabilization and recovery
Substance Use Disorder Professional
Therapeutic Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided harm-reduction counseling and case management for clients receiving methadone treatment
- Managed caseload of approximately 50 clients, completing assessments and individualized treatment plans
- Facilitated CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, and Drug Court groups for diverse clients with complex co-occurring needs
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Washington
Seattle06-2027
Master of Arts - Behavioral Health (Interdisciplinary)
University of Washington
01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Washington
01-2017
Skills
- Second-year MSW student at the University of Washington with 10 years of experience in substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment across abstinence-based, harm-reduction, and medication-assisted settings
- Master-level Certified Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) skilled in trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally responsive care
- Experienced in evidence-based interventions including DBT, CBT, and Seeking Safety
Accomplishments
Therapist of the year at Northpoint Recovery 2025
Workforce Development Initiative Scholar at UW
Certification
SUDP
Timeline
Co-Occurring Therapist
Northpoint Recovery
01.2024 - Current
Co-Occurring Therapist
Key Recovery
01.2023 - 01.2024
Co-occurring Therapist
Navos
05.2021 - 05.2022
Care Navigator – MATCH Program
Valley Cities Behavioral Health
01.2021 - 01.2022
Substance Use Disorder Professional
Therapeutic Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Behavioral Health (Interdisciplinary)
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Washington
Master of Social Work -
University of Washington