Kate Stewart, M.A. Psychology 2008
August 2, 2010
As a psychotherapist in private practice, my intention has always been to offer clients a place to express themselves without fear of judgment, a refuge where growth can happen in an unguarded state.
My focus in my private practice is working with clients who are polyamorous, or having more than one romantic partner at a time, or identify themselves as kinky. In most cases, clients who identify as one usually identify as the other, more or less to a degree. My life-long attitude of acceptance and celebration of individual uniqueness has helped inform my work with these clients, as well as my dedication to not pathologizing lifestyle choices, and viewing my work through a phenomenological lens.
I welcome professionals in the community to call to consult if faced with similar cases, and also welcome referrals of clients who are poly, kinky or are in open relationships. There are many different perspectives to take when working with clients who are “outside of the norm” in this respect, especially when working with a poly family in family therapy!
Feel free to email or call with questions. Info@KateLStewart.com or call (206) 669-4912.
Joan Broeckling, M.A. Psychology 1984
July 23, 2010
“In addition to my career as a school psychologist, I stay very busy pursuing my passion for peace and interfaith connection. I am also the founding director of a peace organization, One Peace, Many Paths, as well as the Board president of the Spokane Interfaith Council.”
Donald Ford, M.A. Psychology 1981
July 23, 2010
“In Private Mental Health Therapy Practice again, after transitioning from 27 years as a Therapist in Kaiser Permanente’s Mental Health department. While there, I was on the Regional Diversity Council for 10 years. I was also appointed by the Governor of Oregon to the Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services statewide board and also served on the executive committe. I currently provide individual and couples therapy, as well as consultation and training to Therapists, graduate students and I also work with businesses and organizations in an EAP capacity.
“In addition, I also give talks on diversity, disabilities, communication, and acquired and traumatic brain injury. I have an avid interest in the relationship between nature and psychology. I live in a forested area, west of Portland in the foothills of the coast Range and practice in Portland. I’m also excited about getting involved in the new AUS Portland Alumni Chapter which is just getting started.”
Christine Galvin, M.A. Psychology 2009
July 23, 2010
“After being at Antioch for five years pursuing my graduate degree, it feels really good to be done and to re-discover life after graduate school. Mostly, it feels good to waste time, play with my cat, and catch up on my photo album! I also love my new job, which I would never have if it were not for my graduate degree from Antioch.”
Julia D. Laibson, B.A. 2001; M.A. Psychology 2004
July 19, 2010
“I am currently in private practice in Kirkland working with children, couples and families. I also facilitate Bringing Baby home workshops for Swedish and privately in North Seattle, as well as train other facilitators in BBH certified trainings. During the school year I am contracted as the school therapist for Woodmoor Elementary. Two years ago my husband and I became foster parents and are hoping to adopt a baby girl this fall.”
Herbert S. French, M.A. Psychology 1991
July 19, 2010
“Teaching undergraduate and upper division Psychology courses for past 20 years. Clinical practitioner in addiction treatment since 1982 including clinical supervision of certified and licensed practitioners. Private marriage and family therapy practice 1995-2001. Currently teaching psychology as part time faculty at Portland Community College and Portland State University.”
William F. Grimsman, M.A. Psychology 2004
July 15, 2010
Grimsman is a self employed licensed psychotherapist who says “being true to your core self requires dedication, risk, sacrifice, humor and a type of single mindness that often defies logic.”
Paula L. Casey, M.A. Psychology 2005
July 15, 2010
“I’m now working for the Naval Air Station on Whidbey Island, WA for the Fleet and Family Support Program. The clinicians are very professional and do excellent work. I work with individuals, couples and families of service members. I am greatly impressed with the level of services the Navy provides its service members and families. I’m very proud to be a member of this team.”
Wendy E. Smith, M.A. Psychology 2010
July 15, 2010
“In October, 2009, I opened a part-time private practice on Mercer Street near the Seattle Center, with post-Masters supervision from (Antioch’s) Flora Ostrow. I work with adults and couples on a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, shame, life transitions, identity issues, and relationship problems. I’m using Existential and mindfulness-based approaches, among others.
About a third of my practice has been working with people with physical and sensory disabilities and illnesses, which is an area of particular interest to me given my own disabilities. Another third of my practice has been couple counseling, in which I received excellent training from (Antioch’s) Paul David. I use mostly Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, and I particularly enjoy working with couples for whom illness or disability is a relationship issue.
This spring I began training in Lifespan Integration ©, which strikes me as an effective technique for healing trauma without re-traumatizing.
I am looking to grow my practice, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you want to share practice information. You can find me online at http://www.wendysmithcounseling.com.
Finally, for anyone wanting to take the NCMHCE licensure exam, I highly recommend (Antioch’s) Lisa Mayfield’s one-day preparation class, which is an excellent guide to how to study. ”
Cinda Zemel, M.A. Psychology, 2003
July 6, 2010
“I am currently in private practice in Bellingham, specializing in mental health and chemical abuse/dependency issues.”
