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Master Addiction Counselor - also offered by NAADAC, MAC Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional, DOT SAP Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, LCDC Certified Anger Resolution Therapist, CART National Certified Counselor, NCC Master of Arts, MA PhDDr. Arlether Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in University Place, WA. Dr. Wilson provides clients substance abuse mental health services, helping them regain control over their lives. Often, Dr. Wilson’s clients’ substance use causes relationship conflict and conflict in the workplace. She also helps those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and those experiencing overwhelming grief.
Dr. Wilson encourages clients to set goals for themselves and their mental health. Clients reflect on what they want their lives to be like, and then set smaller goals that they can aim for with the support of Dr. Wilson. Dr. Wilson also encourages clients to consider their readiness for change through Motivational Interviewing, a therapy modality that’s helpful in creating meaningful change in one’s life. Clients learn techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as Dr. Wilson teaches them how to avoid the cognitive distortions that hold them back from feeling balanced, whole, and loved. Dr. Wilson’s style is empathetic, understanding, and professional as she offers her expertise.
Dr. Wilson has a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Walden University. Her background is in forensic mental health care, which involves offering mental health treatment to those within the legal system. She has created a mindfulness coloring book for adults and children, and has been published in many psychology texts.
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Forensic psychology - Understanding and managing triggers and motivations related to criminal activity; evaluation of one’s mental competence, criminal responsibility, competency to stand trial, risk-assessment; testifying as an expert witness
Medical professionals' mental health - Support navigating work-related expectations and stress; addressing issues of burnout, hierarchical pressures, and vicarious trauma
Substance abuse - Reducing and preventing the negative impact of drug and alcohol use and addictions on physical, emotional, and relational health
Neuropsychological testing - Evaluations of general brain functioning, as well as assessment for changes or impairments. Typically involves an interview, as well as series of tests.
Psychological evaluations & testing - A broad range of tests and assessments that may be used to identify present strengths, provide diagnosis clarity, and inform treatment goals
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Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
Years of Experience: 17 years
Wilson Psychological & Forensic Services, PLLC, Owner & Clinical Director , 2019 - Present
Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center, Weekend Therapist in Admissions , 2015 - 2020
Awakened Mind, PLLC, Managing Partner , 2017 - 2019
Ashar Counseling & Psychological Services, Doctoral Intern/Contract Therapist , 2013 - 2015
Walden University , Doctor of Philosophy , 2016
University of Houston Clearlake, Masters, 2006
Washington: LH61223177
Texas: 78471
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