I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( as well as an Alaska approved Supervisor for LPC (since 2007) and LMFT (since 2011). My goal is to work collaboratively to help you, your child(ren) and family to achieve balance, hope and a closer relationship with one another. My training is extensive in the areas of trauma attachment, anxiety, behavioral concerns and parenting psycho-education. I strive to provide a supportive, respectful and collaborative therapeutic environment where you and your family can fully explore any concerns, challenges, values or difficulties.
Trained in Child Centered Play Therapy and Advanced Family Filial Play Therapy Trained in EMDR for use with traumatized children/adolescents/adults Trained in multiple Trauma Models: ARC Model, CPT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trained in DSM differential diagnosis and DC 0-3 Crosswalk Individual, Family and Group Therapy for SED Children & Adolescents
My practice is located in a small cottage with off street parking and parking in the rear for small to medium size vehicles. You will find that I have a relaxing, low stress and home like environment which is child and family friendly.
EDUCATION
- Master of Arts, Antioch University
- Major: Clinical Psychology
- Minor: Employee Assist. Programs
CREDENTIALS
- AK-LMF(Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #0201)
- AK-LMFT Approved Supervisor since 2/3/2011
- AK-LPC Approved Supervisor since 12/20/2007
EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN and FAMILIES
- Trained in Child Centered Play Therapy and Advanced Family Filial Play Therapy
- Trained in EMDR for use with traumatized children/adolescents/adults
- Trained in EMDR/AIP with combatants, police & first responders
- Trained in multiple Trauma Models: ARC Model, CPT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Trained in DSM IV-R differential diagnosis, DSM V and DC 0-3 Crosswalk
- Individual, Family and Group Therapy for SED/Non-SED Children, Adolescents and Adults
- Facilitated sexual abuse groups for latency age children
- Led adolescent groups on HIV education, social skills building & self-esteem skills
- Completed Level 1 in Animal Assisted Play Therapy (AAPT)
- Led sexual abuse group with adolescent and latency age girls
- Initiated and developed sand tray group with adolescent males
- Led coed group with latency age children
- Provide counseling, education and referrals for Schools
- Facilitated California Youth Authority Group
- Facilitated Women's Group
- Facilitated substance abuse group
PUBLICATION
- Arvidson, J., Kinniburgh, K., Howard,: K., Spinazzola, J., Strothers, H., Evans, E., Andres, B., Cohen, C., Blaustein, M. (February 8, 2011). Treatment of complex trauma in young children: Developmental and cultural considerations in application of the ARC Intervention Model. Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 4 (1), 34-51.
PRESENTATION & CONSULTATION
- I have made numerous presentations and provided consultation throughout my years in the field. Some topics include: attachment, play therapy, trauma, and the impact of trauma on the brain. I have presented for a variety of organizations such as schools, police departments, foster parents and clinicians.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
- Vice President-AK Assoc. of Play Therapy (AK-APT) 6/2010-12/2013
Alaska Association of Play Therapy
Clinical Member – American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists and Alaska Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AKAMFT)
