Rochelle De Forrest

I believe that everyone can heal, and my goal is to facilitate healing for clients through the therapeutic process. I employ an eclectic approach with a strong foundation in Humanistic psychology and Client-centered therapy: to heal and thrive, people need an environment that provides them with empathy, genuineness, acceptance, being seen with unconditional positive regard, and being listened to and understood. In treatment, I employ trauma-informed approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic approaches, and Mindfulness, and I use play, art and other forms of creative techniques to help clients connect with and express their thoughts, feelings and needs. Background: Kitchen Table Counseling, Self-employed Mental Health Therapist Oct 2021 - Present Provides mental health clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, teens, and individuals. The Children's Advocacy Center of Jackson County – Therapist for Children Aug 2019 - Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 7 months Provided mental health clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children who have experienced abuse and support for their families. County of Siskiyou Health & Human Services – Therapist in Children’s System of Care Apr 2018 - Aug 2019 · 1 yr 5 months Provided mental health clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, teenagers, and families; Coordinated with care partners in a clinical setting to develop client centered service plans. Options for Southern Oregon - Crisis Counselor Nov 2017 - Mar 2018 · 5 months Conducted mental health crisis assessments at the local hospital and other community agencies and operated as part of an interdisciplinary team at Options Crisis Resolution Center (CRC). Performed diagnostic assessments and formulated diagnoses. Provided clinical recovery-focused services to clients with mental illness and co-occurring disorders in individual and group settings. Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments - Therapist (practicum/internship) 2012 - Oct 2013 · 1 yr 10 months Education: Institute of Transpersonal Psychology Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology 2009 – 2013 License: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) #T2250 Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists