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Ashley Raburn, Therapist in TrainingAfter many years in healthcare, I found myself craving a deeper connection to the people and communities I was serving. It was through this and my own therapeutic journey that I decided to change my career and seek out work I was truly passionate about. This is what led me to the Marriage and Family Therapy program at PLU. It is my belief that we already have everything we need within us, but it is our lived experiences that can make us lose our way. My goal

Becca Johnstone, Therapist in TrainingWhen we show up authentically in the world, we invite those around us to do the same. I practice systemic therapy from a client-centered, holistic perspective, taking into account the cultural and societal contexts that shape your unique experiences. I consider it a sacred honor to create a safe space for you to explore all of your identities while guiding your personal growth. You deserve to be seen and celebrated!

Brad Cole, Therapist in TrainingMy goal as a therapist is to help you find solace in your relationships and confidence in yourself. Together, we’ll focus on improving communication with yourself and others; highlighting your strengths, learning to grow, and understanding how to communicate in a way that is special to you. My goal isn’t to change you but instead work together to show you how to be comfortable with yourself. I’m excited to work alongside families, couples, and individuals ranging

Chrissy Galipeau, Therapist in TrainingEvery individual and family is unique and special. That is why I am passionate about wanting to help individuals, couples, and families on a therapeutic journey to mold a more substantial foundation that is unique to them. As a systemic thinker, I am deeply committed to understanding an individual or family’s lifestyle, surroundings, and dynamics. This commitment fuels my dedication to providing effective therapy and ensuring you receive the best care. My

Crystal Sosa, Therapist in TrainingHi there! My name is Crystal, and I am currently working towards my M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Pacific Lutheran University. Before attending PLU, I received my B.A. in Psychology from Portland State University in Portland, OR. I grew up in a multi-cultural, bilingual home in the Midwest and spent many years in the Southwest before calling the Pacific Northwest home. My approach to therapy is holistic, considering everything that affects your inner

Dana Perkins, Therapist in TrainingAfter more than 30 years of dedicated service in full-time ministry, I am thrilled to bring my pastoral experience to a new career in Couples and Family Therapy. I understand that not everyone comes from a religious background, and I want you to know that I am here to support people of all faiths and those with no religious affiliation or interests. My therapy approach considers systemic perspectives, acknowledging the impact of culture, family, and society on

Darren Nguyen, Therapist in TrainingHello and thank you for reading! I’m a second-generation immigrant and Asian-American therapist in training who is passionate about creating connections with people. I have 2.5 years of experience working with teenagers and families in a community mental health setting. I am grounded in a humanistic, person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. I believe that warmth and curiosity are essential to the work of being a therapist and

Debbie Parnell, Therapist in TrainingMA Candidate – Marriage and Family Therapy at Pacific Lutheran University BA – Psychology from Vanguard University of Southern California Debbie works with couples, families, and individuals to achieve their personal goals, increase opportunities for personal growth, and explore their thoughts and emotions to move through difficulties they are facing. She sees healing through a systemic lens, which means that how we show up in the world today individually

Flannery Blair, Therapist in TrainingMy goal as a therapist is to create a compassionate and non-judgmental environment in which folks can feel safe to be curious, explore, and find their unique path to healing and balance. I believe that each of us has all the tools we need in order to be our most whole, free and authentic selves, and that sometimes what we need in order to access self-compassion and the tools of healing is a safe space and support. I have been trained in multiple somatic and

Justin Mootz, Therapist in TrainingI believe everyone has the capacity for change and healing, even when it’s hard to see how. My goal is to create a safe space where you and your loved ones can experience growth. Here, there’s no judgment, just a place to explore your life and relationships. As a systems therapist, I look at the whole you, including your thoughts, beliefs and emotions, all in the context of your closest relationships. Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family seeking