Licensed Clinical Social Worker
EDUCATION – Masters of Social Work
Honors – 2001 Portland State University
TRAININGS
- Licensed Since 2007
- DBT Intensive – 2007
- Clinical Supervisor – 2011
- Gottman II – 2014
CORE SKILLS
- Addictions
- Couples Counseling
- Teens and Adults
- Groups
- Clinical Trainings
- Program Development
- Clinical Supervision
Laurie has been working therapeutically in the mental health and addiction fields for over 20 years. She has a background in providing individual, family and group therapy for adults and youth in settings as wide ranging as community mental health clinics, wilderness program, residential treatment center, community outreach center and nonprofit organizations in both the US and Canada. She regularly provides trainings for professionals in a range of topics and enjoys consulting for program development. She has been intensively trained in DBT and in 2007 earned her CADCIII. Laurie is trained in the Gottman Couples Method and approved to provide Clinical Supervision in the state of Oregon.
In addition to using DBT and other CBT techniques, Laurie believes in a holistic approach to treatment including traditional and complimentary approaches that enhance clients inherent strengths.
Laurie enjoys the offerings of a smaller community and the beautiful natural surroundings that Central Oregon provides. Watch for her this winter on the mountain.
Office Location – 1011 SW Emkay Dr, Suite 101, Bend, OR 97702
Phone – 541-668-6873