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Janis L. Peterson, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Janis L. Peterson, Ph.D. has been a licensed psychologist in the state of Washington since 1988 (License #PY00001248). She completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology at Purdue University, her Master of Science Degree in Psychology from Washington State University, and her Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont. She also completed a one-year post doctoral fellowship in Child Clinical Psychology at Primary Children’s Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Prior to joining the Family Center for Behavioral Health, Dr. Peterson has been in several private practice groups in both Washington and New Hampshire. She has also been a school psychologist in New Hampshire, taught Community College as well as being a Clinical Instructor in the graduate program of Psychology/Psychiatry at Dartmouth Medical School.
Dr. Peterson’s theoretical orientation focuses primarily on cognitive behavioral and solution focused interventions. Within this framework the client is actively involved in developing their treatment plan as well as engaging in “homework” outside of individual sessions. Dr. Peterson works with older adolescents and adults, in individual and couple formats, with a focus on changes throughout the lifespan including entry into adulthood, career options, marital issues and divorce recovery, pre-retirement preparation, and general happiness and well being. Dr. Peterson also provides some psychological assessment and consultation.
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Anna B. McDonald, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist
Anna B. McDonald, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist in the state of Washington and has been in private practice since 2005 (License #PY00003452). She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology. She earned her Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Denver and completed her internship at Riverbend Community Mental Health in Concord, NH. Dr. McDonald is proud to be a native of the Pacific Northwest.
The theoretical orientations guiding Dr. McDonald’s therapy include cognitive-behavioral, systems, developmental, and psychodynamic theory. She is also a certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist. Dr. McDonald develops a treatment plan for each client based on their unique needs, with some treatment more solution-focused and brief in nature, and other treatment more in-depth and of a longer duration. She enjoys using humor and creativity in her work with clients and their families.
Dr. McDonald specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents. She is experienced with many of the issues that children and adolescents encounter including anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD, school refusal, oppositional behavior, self-harming behaviors, relational conflicts, social skills, and anger management. Dr. McDonald has a special interest in working with parents on parenting skills and strategies.
Dr. McDonald also provides treatment for adults experiencing anxiety, depre... Read More
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Mark F. Lins, M.S., NCC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Mark F. Lins is a Washington Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2002 (LH 00007725). Mark completed his Bachelor of Arts degrees in psychology and theology at St. Francis de Sales College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1977. He received a Masters in Divinity degree at St. Francis Seminary in Milwaukee in 1981.
He furthered his education with a Masters degree in Counseling and Guidance, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, at the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater, WI in 1985. He continues to be licensed in Wisconsin since 1985 and also attained his National Board for Certified Counselor status in 1991. This is a specialized certification for counseling and involves three years of testing and certification and yearly education requirements to retain this status.
In Wisconsin, he began practice by being a child and family therapist with Children’s Service Society in Janesville, WI. He then gained inpatient experience through Parkway Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin and also supervised the Janesville outpatient treatment center. He began administration and supervision in mental health and alcohol and other drug services in Mercy Hospital and then began the program at Beloit Memorial Hospital where it continues to this day.
While living and practicing in Wisconsin, Mark completed another supervised internship in Western Washington and decided that when possible, he would leave the harsh winters for the mild temperatures and beauty in Washington. He manage... Read More
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Desiree Gaffney, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Desiree M. Gaffney, MA, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor and child mental health specialist in Washington State (License #LH60373141). She graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Self and Society and earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Saint Martin’s University. Desiree completed her internship at Greater Lakes Mental Health Care in Lakewood, Washington.
The theoretical orientations guiding Desiree’s therapy include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Developmental Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Desiree works in collaboration with each client to develop a treatment plan based on their unique, individual needs and strengths. She believes that every individual’s experience in life and through therapy is unique and requires a tailored approach. She enjoys the use of humor, personal strengths, art, and other activities to promote insight and movement toward personal goals.
Desiree specializes in the treatment of adolescents, but also treats adults. She is experienced with a variety of personal and mental health issues including depression, self-harming behavior, anxiety, sexual identity, gender identity, life transitions, and interpersonal challenges.
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Sara Boelman, MS, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Sara Boelman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License #- LF 60566351) in the state of Washington. She completed her Bachelor of Arts at St. Olaf College, majoring in Psychology and Family Studies, with a Concentration in Women’s Studies. Sara attended graduate school at Colorado State University and completed a Master’s of Science in Human Development and Family Studies, with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Prior to joining The Family Center for Behavioral Health, Sara worked primarily with children and adolescents and their families. Sara was a Children’s Therapist at the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center in Castle Rock, CO in 2006 and worked with children and adolescents ages 3-17 that had witnessed domestic violence and/or had been direct victims of child abuse.
She then moved to Minneapolis, MN in 2009 and began working as a Clinical Coordinator at Avanti Center for Girls in Blaine, MN, a residential treatment center for adolescent females. At Avanti, Sara worked with residents who were unable to keep themselves safe in their home environments and worked with residents on increasing their skillful and effective behaviors. Sara also worked extensively with the residents’ families to help integrate skills back into the home environment and strengthen their family relationships.
In 2013, Sara began working at the Lee Carlson Center for Mental Health and Well-Being in Fridley, MN and worked as an Outpatient Therapist, worki... Read More
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Mark R. Ferrer, MA, MBA, LMFT
Mark has assisted youth, adults, families, and organizations over his 25+ year career by helping clients reduce barriers to and facilitating elements of healthy growth, functioning, and the achievement of goals.
He has worked as a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor for over 10 years in WA State, treating both youth and adults, after earning a BA in Psychology at Western Washington University. Mark also worked as a Mental Health Counselor and Family Therapist during and after earning a MA in Psychology from Antioch University Seattle, studying both mental health treatment and family therapy.
In 1998 Mark moved east, having the experience both as a clinician and a director of several programs. He wanted a deeper grasp as to the systemic issues involved in organizational systems, similar to but different from family systems, and earned an MBA in Strategic Management at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT.
After working for multiple mental health and substance abuse facilities since 1987, Mark has been a private practitioner since 2012, first on the east coast and now back in the PNW, utilizing research based and traditional models of family therapy with individuals, couples and families. He also utilizes psychodynamic models of individual therapy when warranted. He is a very invested clinician; assisting clients in reaching optimal levels of growth and development for themselves.
Mark specializes in the treatment of adolescents, couples, families and th... Read More
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Jennifer Hogge, MS, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Jennifer Hogge is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License #- LF 61093334) in the State of Washington. She completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Utah in Psychology. Jennifer attended graduate school at Utah State University and completed a Master of Science in Human Development and Family Studies, with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.
The theoretical models that Jennifer draws upon in her work are Systems Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Theory. In working with clients, Jennifer strives to create a safe, welcoming environment and help clients reach their unique goals to increase their happiness, harmony, and peace in their life. Continual learning is essential to Jennifer’s own happiness and life harmony, and she enjoys the reciprocity of learning with her clients. Her own personal Mindfulness practice helps ground her and continually grow as a person and therapist.
In addition to her clinical work, Jennifer has worked as a prevention professional and is a subject matter expert in substance use disorder prevention, suicide prevention, and mental health promotion. Jennifer draws upon this knowledge as well to help guide and inform her work with clients.
Jennifer works with adolescents and adults. She is experienced with a variety of personal and mental health matters including depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, coping skills, relationships, and ... Read More
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Michael Wong, M.Ed., LMHC
Michael Wong, M.Ed., LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington State (License # LH 61255846). Michael attended his undergraduate studies at the University of Washington and obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Michael then went on to complete his graduate degree at the University of Puget Sound for his Masters of Education in Mental Health Counseling.
Prior to becoming a licensed mental health counselor, Michael worked in the field of domestic violence providing advocacy for individuals and families who were experiencing or had experienced domestic abuse. Once Michael obtained his Masters in Mental Health Counseling, he worked in community mental health at Greater Lakes Mental Healthcare in Lakewood, Washington. Michael worked within a wide range of diversity and age groups.
Michael’s theoretical orientation consists of an eclectic approach that is non-judgmental, trauma-informed, and flexible for individuals seeking counseling services. Michael believes that everyone is unique in their own journey through counseling and will collaborate with each individual on creating a tailored treatment plan to help better manage day-to-day life. Michael works with adolescents, adults, families, and older adults. Treatment interventions Michael provides are humanistic therapies, holistic therapies, person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic therapy, compassion-focused therapy, stre... Read More
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