Michael B. Titterness
Marysville
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and experience since 2020. Skilled in providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Certified in motivational interviewing and trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with familiarity in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Two Chairs
Marysville, WA
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered evidence-based care to adults over 18 with diverse acuity levels through weekly telehealth therapy, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
- Assessed risk and provided consults and assessments, integrating technology into practice to deliver data-driven care while collaborating with clinicians and mental health specialists to optimize patient outcomes.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to clients' needs, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic effectiveness and client engagement.
Therapist/owner
Michael Titterness Counseling
Mountlake Terrace, WA
10.2020 - 07.2023
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy. Demonstrated ability to effectively assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health issues in diverse populations. Established rapport with clients, providing empathetic and non-judgmental support to enhance therapeutic relationships. Developed and implemented tailored treatment plans, resulting in improved client outcomes and satisfaction. Proficient in maintaining accurate and thorough client records in compliance with ethical and legal standards. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field. Managed support staff, planned budgets, and implemented revenue forecasting while overseeing multiple contracts.
- Developed tailored therapeutic interventions to address individual client needs.
- Assessed client progress through regular evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
Child Therapist Intern
Catholic Community Services Children’s Mental Health
Everett, WA
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted one-on-one mental health counseling and behavior modification sessions with children and teens. Collaborated with parents and guardians to identify effective mental health support strategies for children at home. Advocated to parents, schools, insurance companies, and doctors’ offices to ensure the best care and treatment of my clients. Interpreted psychiatrist findings and treatment decisions for clients and their families.
- Developed therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs.
- Conducted assessments to identify mental health challenges and formulate treatment plans.
Paraeducator/ Behavior Technician
Einstein Middle School
Shoreline, WA
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Tutored students individually, improving subject comprehension and academic performance. Monitored and reported student behavior patterns to staff, facilitating targeted interventions. Delivered supportive and corrective counseling to students, fostering a positive learning environment. Assisted students with school work and assignments. Worked closely with Directed Studies teacher and Behavior Technician on how to implement behavior adjustment plans. Supervised paraeducators and relieved for breaks and to relieve escalated situations.
- Facilitated individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement and behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop instructional materials and resources.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwest University
Kirkland, WA06-2020
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology, Minor Pastoral Care and Counseling
Northwest University
Kirkland, WA01-2017
Master of Science -
Everett Community College
Everett01-2012
Christian Service - Spritiual
Capernwray Bible School
Carnforth, England, UK01-2011
High School -
Arlington High School
Arlington, WA01-2005
Skills
- Individual therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Disorder diagnosis
- Therapeutic plans
- CBT techniques
- DBT techniques
- Progress assessment
- Behavior modification
- Individual counseling
- Family therapy
- Group facilitation
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychoeducation
- Building rapport
- Multicultural competence
Certification
- Motivational Interviewing - 2025
Qualifications
Organized, Self-motivated, honest, dedicated, Certified in Motivational Interviewing, trained in DBT, familiar with CBT, Emotion Focused therapy, ACT, trauma informed. History of working with wide range of clients from ages 4 - 80+ groups and families. Clients come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, sexual orientations, faiths, spiritualities and genders.
Timeline
Therapist
Two Chairs
06.2023 - Current
Therapist/owner
Michael Titterness Counseling
10.2020 - 07.2023
Child Therapist Intern
Catholic Community Services Children’s Mental Health
04.2019 - 04.2020
Paraeducator/ Behavior Technician
Einstein Middle School
05.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwest University
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology, Minor Pastoral Care and Counseling
Northwest University
Master of Science -
Everett Community College
Christian Service - Spritiual
Capernwray Bible School
High School -
Arlington High School