Rian Roberson
Seattle,WA
Summary
Black/white biracial, non-binary Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 7 years of experience in the field, operating from an anti-oppression, social justice, and intersectional lens. Owns and operates a successful private practice in Seattle, WA, specializing in providing services to BIPOC and LGBTQ clients and workshops & trainings for allies. Passionate about increasing mental health accessibility through community engagements, speaking opportunities, and social media.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Intersectional Therapies, PLLC
04.2018 - Current
- Provides advanced counseling skills to individuals, couples, and groups from an anti-oppression, intersectional lens
- Creates individualized treatment plans, helping clients reduce the symptoms of mental illness, deepen cognitive and emotional skills, and employ strategies for thriving through various life events and challenges
- Employs evidence-based methodologies, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Therapist Intern
MEND (Formerly Seattle Therapy Alliance)
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Completed 1000+ hour internship working with low-income populations, specializing in serving LBGTQ and BIPOC individuals, couples, and groups
- Documented therapeutic goals and client progress
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
Carpinteria, CA06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Antioch University
Seattle, WA06.2014
Skills
- Advanced interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Ability to build rapport quickly with diverse populations
- Creative and inclusive problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented memory recall
- Strong ability to manage time and prioritize task
- Thorough knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
- Acute diagnostic and treatment planning with consideration to intersectional identities
- Strong ability to communicate complex psychological concepts in an accessible way
- Skilled use of empathy and compassion
Accomplishments
- KUOW interview, discussing Mental Health within the Black community (2020)
- KUOW interview, addressing Anxiety and the Coronavirus (2020)
- Bastyr University Trauma Informed Care Month (2021) Keynote speaker
- Japanese American Citizen League (JACL), Blurred Color Lines (2021) Keynote speaker
- Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle Webinar Are the Kids Alright? (2022) Keynote speaker
- Mental Health Conversation with Tonya Mosley: Truth Be Told Podcast (2022)
- IMPACT! Safe Schools Conference (2022) Keynote speaker
Certification
- National Mental Health Counseling Exam Certification (NCMHCE)
- LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Washington State)
Musician, martial artist
Outlets that keep me balanced and centered are essential to sustainability as a mental health counselor. Playing music (bass guitar, singing, and piano) are therapeutic outlets that support my mental health. I have been training in Kajukenbo Kung Fu since 2014 and currently hold the rank of brown belt.
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Intersectional Therapies, PLLC
04.2018 - Current
Therapist Intern
MEND (Formerly Seattle Therapy Alliance)
09.2016 - 04.2018
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Antioch University