Josh Saunders
Seattle,WA
Summary
Therapist passionate about creating safe spaces for people to connect deeply with others. Countless hours spent serving and tending to people both in the small and significant. People-focused and team-oriented with a love for bringing people together for a greater purpose and mission. Attentive, understanding, curious, energetic, and constantly seeking to learn.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Self Space
09.2022 - Current
- Counsel up to 24 patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, anxiety, complex trauma, and relational issues.
- Offer compassionate & empathetic attunement from client-centered approach.
- Utilize parts work to engage with conflicting feelings and childhood wounds.
- Document therapeutic goals and client progress.
Front of House Team Member
Magnuson Cafe & Brewery
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Worked flexibly between various FOH positions to ensure efficient service.
- Established a friendly atmosphere as I engaged with hundreds of customers per day.
Host Staff and Fly Fishing Guide
Refuge Foundation
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Built personal relationships with a diverse range of guests to promote positive experiences.
- Helped facilitate an environment for rest, deep conversation, and healing.
- Engaged with many people facing burnout and fatigue.
Staff Associate I, III (Acting Area Director)
Young Life
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Counseled teens dealing with issues of sex, sexuality, depression, and suicide.
- Led in developing people, forming strong programs and ministries, and increased organization reach and influence.
- Recruited, trained, and worked alongside a team of volunteer leaders.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology And Psychology
Seattle, WA01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA2015
Skills
- Building trusting, safe, and supportive client relationships
- Maintaining customer flow and service
- Developing, managing, and working effectively in teams
- Creating the space for and engaging vulnerable conversations with people of all kinds
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Self Space
09.2022 - Current
Front of House Team Member
Magnuson Cafe & Brewery
04.2021 - 11.2023
Host Staff and Fly Fishing Guide
Refuge Foundation
08.2019 - 11.2020
Staff Associate I, III (Acting Area Director)
Young Life
09.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology And Psychology
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