About Me

Hello! My name is Jilleen (pronounced Jill - Lean).  

Why I do this work:

I have personally struggled with having to adjust my lifestyle and my expectations after having family members who have been diagnosed with various complicated diagnoses.  I know how hard it can be to be taking care of so many others that you nearly lose yourself.  I have found it useful in my life to work with a therapist to help me learn to better manage my emotions and reach a place of acceptance.  I love working with all ages and types of people who find themselves stuck in their current life situations. 

Experience and Training:

I have over 20 years of experience working with children, families, and individuals in a variety of ways.  I received my Masters In Social Work from the University of Washington, with a Clinical/Contextual focus.  Being a Social Worker, I am trained to look at people in the context of their environment and to value each individual and their strengths.  I have extensive experience working with people in crisis, and I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.  I have worked with individuals and families from diverse background and in a variety of settings, including:

• Teen Drug Court

• Domestic Violence Agency/Shelter 

• Home Based Mental Health Services for Adults and Children

• Home Based Family Preservation Services

• Child Welfare

• Hospital Setting  

• Assisted Living and Memory Care

How I work:

I utilize a variety of evidence-based methods in working with my clients, tailoring my approach to the specific needs of each client and her or his situation.  I value the understanding of how our nervous system is related to our emotions and the ability to regulate our emotions.  While the specific approaches may vary, I believe in identifying and building upon the strengths and successes of each of my clients.