About

I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist . I believe in a collaborative process between my clients and myself.  I draw from a cognitive, physical and emotional understanding of the therapeutic process.  I believe clients are a leader in developing their therapeutic goals.  I believe the therapist’s role is to assist and serve as a support to help them identify their goals and possible solutions for the desired outcome.  I use some techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Psychology, Psychotherapy (past experiences that affect the present), experiential techniques (art, sand play and play therapies), and education. I strive to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.

I recently started my journey to pursue a PhD in counseling psychology.  I anticipate graduating in August of 2012 from Walden University.  Currently, I’ve realized that balancing a full-time education, counseling practice, employment, and family life tends to sharpen my abilities of time management.  I’m experiencing growth as a person in various ways, and can acknowledge the necessity to understand personal boundaries as they apply to all.

I find myself practicing in a primary modality of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but utilize various techniques from other theories.  I believe we are all faced with trials in our life, sometimes ones that require a non-biased set of eyes to help sort out the issues we’re faced with.  If you’re experiencing a challenge in your life that you would like additional counsel for, please contact me through LayneStoops.com

Experience:

I have  experience as a child, adolescent, and family therapist. I am now practicing privately in Spokane Washington with children, adolescents, families, couples, and groups. Some of my experiences are listed below:

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Trauma Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)
Sand Tray Therapy
Play Therapy
Art Therapy
Biblio Therapy
Depression and Anxiety Therapies
Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Education Background

PhD Counseling Psychology, Walden University: In Progress
MEd Community Agency Counseling, Whitworth University: Completed
BA Psychology, Whitworth College: Completed

Professional Licenses

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington (LMHC-Associate) License # MC60115047

Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho(LPC) License # LPC-4376

Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) Certification #254498

Memberships

Member of the American Counseling Association

Member of the American Psychological Association

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