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Rebecca Waterston

Bothell,WA

Summary

Respectful, accomplished Private Practice Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a proven track record enhancing client well-being through innovative evidence-based therapies and individualized counseling. Expert in trauma interventions, anxiety reduction, and adept at building effective communication skills and self-esteem, significantly reduced symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and addiction, demonstrating exceptional empathy and cultural competence. Highly skilled in working with individuals, adolescents and couples to achieve their therapeutic goals, with a deep understanding of therapeutic techniques individualized to meet client needs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Self-Employed
10.2014 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on advancements in evidence-based counseling techniques.
  • Provided career counseling services for individuals seeking guidance on existing knowledge and skills for job transition, and resume development and interviewing.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches geared toward each client's specific needs, resulting in more effective interventions during sessions.
  • Enhanced client well-being by using and expanding upon evidence-based therapeutic techniques in counseling sessions.
  • Implemented creative approaches to therapy such as trauma therapies, stress and anxiety-relieving therapeutic techniques, and mindfulness practices, as well as new ways to express emotions and process experiences.
  • Reduced symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, and depression for clients with individualized tailored treatment plans addressing client needs and understanding.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring optimal care for clients.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, supporting clients during challenging situations and connecting them with appropriate resources.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational groups for clients, fostering knowledge about mental health conditions and teaching effective coping strategies.
  • Conducted thorough assessments and diagnoses of clients, identifying appropriate treatment goals and strategies.
  • Established rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural competence in counseling sessions.
  • Mentored new counselors, providing guidance on best practices for client engagement and treatment planning.

Mental Health Counselor Associate

Hope Place Women's Shelter
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Counseled with 5-6 individuals per day and weekly education for women, many of whom were mothers facing homelessness, battling addiction and abuse, and attempting to find jobs and safe housing for themselves and their children.
  • Counseled for trauma caused by drugs and/or alcohol, who were experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder from physical and emotional abuse, and dangerous and destructive environments in childhood and in adult relationships.
  • Taught group classes relating to cycles of abuse, healing from abuse and neglect, how to develop and put boundaries in place, how to increase their self-respect and self-esteem plus some strategies for continuing sobriety, effective parenting and learning life skills in many areas of life.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

Northwest University
Kirkland, WA
06.2014

Skills

  • Self-Esteem and Self-Value Building
  • Individualized self-growth counseling
  • Adolescent Therapy
  • Couples therapy using Gottman Counseling principles
  • Anxiety Reduction and Depression Treatment
  • Trauma and PTSD interventions
  • Family Coping Skills for Self or Family Addiction
  • Women's Issues and Self-Trust Building
  • Boundary Skill Building & working boundary language
  • Spiritual Counseling geared to clients' worldviews
  • Emotional Abuse Counseling

Timeline

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Self-Employed
10.2014 - Current

Mental Health Counselor Associate

Hope Place Women's Shelter
09.2012 - 08.2013

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

Northwest University

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