I help my clients regulate their nervous systems so that they can be their best selves. Using many different modalities, we can begin to process the trauma that continues to hold them back on a daily basis.

Before I began my work at Humboldt NeuroHealth in 2018, I had a private practice specializing with clients with trauma, dissociation, and attachment disorders. Prior to being a clinician I worked as a juvenile corrections counselor at Sonoma County Juvenile Hall as well as a counselor at a residential treatment facility. My prior training and positions shaped my passion for witnessing and guiding people to access their full potential and helping them thrive.

I firmly believe that my clients know themselves best and what they’ll need to fully heal. My role is to provide the resources and support to help them do just that.

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

• Parts Work, CRM (Comprehensive Resource Model)

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• EMDR Flash 

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Having come from a multicultural background I approach my work with others through a lens of cultural humility and awareness. Using a trauma-informed approach, I specialize in working with children, adults and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression and dissociation. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with learning disabilities.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts and Master of Social Work from Humboldt State University. I have worked on multiple public school campuses as a social worker from TK through high school. I also served as the Assistant Director of Online Learning and Field Education at Humboldt State University.

Using the tools I've learned through my training and job experience, I guide clients to process their trauma and get to a place of wholehearted living. I absolutely love joining with clients during their journey to healing. 

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)

• EFT (Emotional Focused Therapy)-Couples and Families

• IFS (Internal Family Systems)

• Trauma-Informed 

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

• CRM (Comprehensive Resource Model)

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As a licensed clinical social worker, it is my passion to help others navigate through life’s difficulties by developing the best coping skills to use in their day-to-day or future lives. 

Before working at Humboldt NeuroHealth, I worked with families in the CWS system as a social worker. It was an honor to work with individuals and families trying to understand and process past trauma. 

I truly believe in the power of understanding your own trauma so that you can begin to process it and move forward. Being able to be a listening ear while having an understanding presence can make all the difference in someone’s life. I love being a resource for those in our community to come to when in need.  

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

• Play Therapy 

• Talk Therapy 

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

• Parts Work (IFS)

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My therapeutic approach is client-centered and I am guided by an unconditional acceptance of where people are in their lives while offering them a space and tools to process, grow and heal from past experiences.

I have a background working with children, adults and family systems. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and caregiver/child relationships. I have worked in educational settings collaborating with teachers and staff to best support children who are experiencing challenges at school. I use a similar collaborative process when working with individuals and family systems where clients help set their goals and assess their growth.

I individualize therapeutic tools for each person as a way to support what they need in order to meet their goals while also identifying their strengths and capabilities that already lie within.

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) 

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

• Play Therapy

• Neurofeedback

• Trauma-Informed Therapy

• Attachment Based Family Therapy

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I specialize in helping my clients identify negative patterns or behaviors in their life preventing them from being able to live up to their full potential and achieve their goals. 

After graduating with a master’s degree in psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, I had the opportunity to be trained by Andrew Leeds in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Before my time at Humboldt NeuroHealth, I worked at the Church Street Counseling Center where I practiced and trained as a gestalt therapist. This informed my work as I provided treatment to counseling clients in Santa Rosa. There I worked with a large variety of clients with varying needs including trauma, PTSD, grief, and attachment issues. This prior experience enabled me to provide my clients with gentle yet honest feedback so that I could guide them to make well-informed decisions themselves.

While working with my clients I love seeing the change and transformation that happens within them as our work progresses. It is my hope that by the end of our time together my clients feel they are prepared and able to live to the fullest and achieve their goals. 

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• Gestalt Therapy

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• Trauma-Informed Care

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

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With each client I meet, I believe they have the power and strength within themselves to be the best version of themselves. By focusing on the strengths you already possess, I can help you discover and use the tools you’ve always had to thrive. It’s just a matter of knowing how to apply those strengths and skills in your day-to-day life. 

Leading up to my work at Humboldt NeruoHealth I received both my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and my Masters of Counseling Psychology from Humboldt State University. I am a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and I also work with kids, helping them express themselves through Play Therapy.

What I love most about my job has always been seeing the children and families I work with experience true joy as they learn what they are capable of. It is my mission to help every one of my clients realize they are the expert of their own lives. 

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• Play Therapy

• Strengths-Based 

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

• Neurofeedback

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I believe that collaboration is essential to the therapeutic process, and my approach is rooted in deep respect for each person’s knowledge, lived experience, and intrinsic capacity to heal. Together, we can explore where you are coming from, where you would like to go, and how to get there. I draw from a variety of modalities while always trying to stay grounded in compassion, humor, and curiosity. I enjoy working with people of all ages and identities, and am particularly passionate about treating the effects of complex trauma.

I hold a master’s degree in social work from Humboldt State University and have been practicing in our community since 2015; prior to joining the team at Humboldt NeuroHealth in 2020, I worked at Redwood Community Action Agency and Open Door Community Health Centers. In addition to my work as a therapist, I am a faculty member at Cal Poly Humboldt, where I teach in the social work department. When not at one of my jobs, I can be found exploring the forest with my two little kids, searching for banana slugs.

Modalities I practice:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Parts Work/Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness Techniques

Play Therapy

As a clinician, I use a variety of modalities and take a collaborative approach when working with clients. Utilizing a developmental, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, I specialize in working with adolescents, emerging adults, and adults on a variety of issues including acute and post traumatic stress, dissociation, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, suicidality, self harm, chronic medical conditions, and chronic pain. 

My therapeutic approach is to help support clients in finding new ways of interacting with self and the world. I believe we are all resilient and adaptive, and we all have the capacity within us to identify, work on, and heal patterns and behaviors that are contributing to distress in our lives. My goal is to help clients integrate the tools that work best for them to facilitate being fully engaged in life. 

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), EMDR Flash

• CRM (Comprehensive Resource Model)

• IFS (Internal Family Systems)

• ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

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My clinical practice is based on a relational approach, in order to cultivate a connection with my clients and facilitate a positive healing experience. Once this foundation is established, we will collaborate on strategies to improve the clients quality of life using their insights and tailored therapeutic interventions.

Academically, I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara; and Master of Social Work degree from Humboldt State University, which focused on best practices when working with rural and Indigenous communities with an emphasis on mindfulness.

Prior to joining the Humboldt NeuroHealth team, I supported people on their end of life journey at Hospice of Humboldt. During this profound experience, I was able to witness the restorative power of vulnerability and compassion. 

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Therapy Modalities I Practice:

• Neurofeedback

• Parts Work

• Grief Support

• Trauma-Informed Therapy

• Mindfulness

As a bilingual (Spanish) intersectional feminist I integrate a variety of approaches that are the foundation of my work which includes having a culturally-humble, strengths-based, mindful, and trauma-informed perspective in therapy. I acknowledge the many ways in which society guides our stories and the importance of finding our strengths and resilience in spite of these outside forces, while also having self-compassion.

My background is in individual therapy and facilitating support groups and workshops. I have worked with a variety of populations including LGBTQIA, Latino/e/x, children, teens, and families. I have also worked with a variety of issues and disorders  including anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief.

A little bit about myself: My pronouns are she/them, I identify as South American Indigenious, was raised Latinx in the US, and my parents are from Chile and Colombia. I have lived in Florida, New Jersey, Utah, and have been in Humboldt for 14 years. In my spare time I am a multimedia artist and enjoy being in nature, joyful movement, playing, and my spiritual practice. 

Therapy Modalities I practice:

• NFB (Neurofeedback)

• Internal Family Systems/Parts Work

• ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

• Mindfulness-based CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

My clinical work is based on the fundamentals of meaningful connection and a healing relationship between therapist and client. I seek to foster trust and genuineness to set the stage for transformation and integration.

I received a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from HSU and Master of Arts in Counseling from Saybrook University. I continue to align with Saybrook’s mission of humanistic, strengths based, and transformational clinical practice. Prior to coming to Humboldt NeuroHealth, I supported individuals suffering from substance use disorders, PTSD, and other trauma-related disorders at an inpatient residential treatment facility.

This experience, along with personal challenges, and continued learning lead me to take an integrative approach to clinical counseling and collaborate with clients to achieve positive outcomes.

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Therapy Modalities I practice:

• Neurofeedback 

• EMDR & EMDR Flash

• Parts Work/ IFS

• Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM)

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My approach to therapy is client centered and relational with an understanding that the mind and body are intricately connected. I believe that connection and community are vital for healthy living and that the systems we are living in have a direct impact on our mental health.

Prior to my time at Humboldt NeuroHealth, I was a therapist at Humboldt State University’s Counseling and Psychological Services where I worked with a diverse group of students who were transitioning into adulthood. I gained experience in both individual and group therapy treating anxiety, depression, suicidality, trauma as well as processing what the future looks like for our young people.

I have both my B.A in Psychology and M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Humboldt State University and have lived and worked in this county for over two decades. This county is a special place with access to one of the most healing things we have: nature.

Therapy Modalities I practice:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Part Work/IFS

Neuro-feedback

Mindfulness/Somatic awareness 

Play/Art Therapy

She/Her

I believe that every person has their own experiences which shape them into the individuals that they are today.  I have a strong passion for connecting each unique person with services that are tailored to their individual needs. I strongly believe that everyone needs to feel comfortable and heard with their providers in order to receive the full benefits being offered to them. I like to make sure that clients I see feel taken care of and are being met at their level. 

In 2021, I earned my Masters of Social Work from Humboldt State University. Starting in 2018, I worked as a Social Worker with Child Welfare Services (CWS) in Humboldt County. During my time there, I really enjoyed assisting families and children with finding stability through local services and providers.

Working with children at CWS, I found a passion for using Play Therapy as a modality. Play Therapy helps children explore their feelings, thoughts and behaviors in a way that is safe and comfortable for them. It gives them a safe space and a chance to process their trauma or other issues they may be struggling with. 

At Humboldt NeuroHealth, I see children at our Fortuna location as well as working with South Bay Elementary to make sure every child is being given full opportunity to grow and be their best selves.

Modalities:

-Talk therapy

-Play therapy

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I am the Program Manager for the Humboldt NeuroHealth Wraparound program. I grew up in San Diego, and have recently moved to Humboldt County to be near my daughter, and to embrace the beautiful redwood forests and coastline.  My work experience has allowed me to cultivate tools used in project management, civil management and government project management. My experience and strength have been in project management for the last 25 years. 

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I am excited to be a part of the team at Humboldt NeuroHealth. From a trauma informed lens, I am committed to helping keep the program running smoothly with integrity, efficacy, transparency, and kindness. I enjoy spending time outdoors and embracing the beauty of Humboldt County.

As a part of Humboldt Neurohealth’s Wraparound Clinical Case Manager, my role is to work with the whole family to facilitate a smooth journey through Wraparound. I work closely with our families throughout the entire process to uplift their voice and choice, be their support system and advocate, connect them to resources in our community, organize their plan of action, and help manage any needs and crises. I personally utilize a humanistic perspective, trauma-informed care approach, and strength based practice to connect and uplift our families through their difficult times.

I graduated from Humboldt State University with a Bachelors in Social Work and plan to build my career through Psychology. I have lived in Humboldt County for 5 years now, and grew up between Georgia and Los Angeles making Humboldt a perfect fit for me. I have worked with homeless adults, foster youth and homeless youth providing trauma-informed case management and unconditional care to those who are some of the most vulnerable and underserved community members. My values include honesty, unconditional positive regard and care, true connection, openness and trustworthiness. My goal and hope in wraparound and in life is to truly help make people’s lives better and to be a working part of something bigger than myself that impacts lives in a positive way.  

I am a part of the Wraparound team, working with kids one-on-one in attaining their goals. I provide a safe place for kids who have experienced trauma to explore their emotions, practice social skills, and work through the challenges. Rather than being stuck inside, my work often takes me out into the community. I especially love being able to get outdoors with little ones. 

My love for the outdoors stems from my childhood—I grew up in the very rural community of Carlotta, California with a large family of six. We spent a lot of time farming, and it’s a passion I still enjoy to this day. The patience and persistence of cultivating crops is a skillset that translates well to the work I do within the Workaround program. Today, I live in Arcata. I love the blend of nature and civilization that is in this area.  

For a lot of the kiddos I work with, talking to a counselor can feel scary and hard. I bring a trauma-informed perspective and a gentle patience that helps kids feel safe to just be themselves. I love being a part of Wraparound’s team approach to supporting families.

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My role in Wraparound is working one-on-one with my clients to guide them towards a healthy and happy future. There is never a one size fits all in terms of care; I aim to always work in a way that is client-centered, free of judgment, and adaptive to individual needs. I utilize a trauma

informed and strengths based approach to best provide an environment where clients and their families can succeed. An important aspect of my job is teaching skills that will last a lifetime to those I have the great privilege of working with.

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I attended San Diego State where I double majored in Psychology and Women’s Studies with the goal of making a career in helping others. Being a Humboldt County native, I am familiar with this area and our local resources and programs. I feel fortunate to have the opportunity of

giving back to my own community. In addition to HNH, I work as a residential counselor at Redwood Community Action Agency’s emergency youth shelter. I also have a background in ABA therapy from working with Autistic children through another local organization.

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My role in wraparound is working one-on-one with clients to help them reach their therapeutic goals. My goal is to have my clients be the best version of themselves. I believe that our environment greatly impacts our mental health and how we see the world. With this idea in mind, I approach my clients' care by understanding their institutional, social and family dynamics to better understand my clients needs. Through a trauma informed lens, I take into account the  cultural background of each client when working with them to achieve their goals. What I love most about this work is seeing the progress our clients make during our time working with them. Seeing them achieve their goals is most rewarding. 

I graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in Psychology. I have had the pleasure of working with HSU’s Social Identity Lab which has helped shape my understanding that each individual behaves differently in different social settings and groups. My professional background has been working with both homeless and foster youth helping them learn life skills to become independent while also helping them get connected to different resources in our community.

Julia Dunn (they/she) is a Therapeutic Skills Coach at Humboldt NeuroHealth. Within this role, I support young people in building self compassion, establishing secure attachments, and autonomously accomplishing their goals. I foster relationships with clients founded on playfulness, curiosity, and deep empathy. 

I am motivated by my experiences as a gardener and garden educator. Time and again I have been blessed to witness the way people (human and beyond) flourish when nourished and encouraged. I am invested in discovering and nurturing each child’s unique access points to community, joy, and belonging. My practice is informed by Emergent Strategy, Disability Justice, trauma responsive care, somatic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and experiential learning. 

I have earned a B.A. in Environmental Studies and Education from Bates College and am currently pursuing a Masters at Cal Poly Humboldt in Sociology. I have experience working in Environmental Justice Educator for 9+ years in alternative schools, public schools, prisons, gardens, and for the Wildlife Conservation Society. In addition to their work at HNH. 

After graduating from college I worked for iHeart Media where I found great joy and pride in helping customers reach their business goals. My job was to help identify problem areas in the client’s business, then help them find  a solution. I look at Neurofeedback as helping someone reach their personal goals by helping them train their brain for their optimal life! As a professional with high attention to detail, I look forward to helping others achieve peak performance in their lives. 

I am passionate humanitarian and philanthropist who has raised substantial gifts for the American Cancer Society, Make-A-Wish foundation, and local California Farmer’s non-profits. I am on the Mali Family Charities Board of Directors which helps support education in India. 

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I hold a bachelors degree in Agricultural Communications from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. I love all things wellness. To me, wellness includes: Strong faith; exercise; supporting local farmers and ranchers; and maintaining a balanced, healthy and happy lifestyle. 

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As office manager, I fulfill the needs of the administrative side of the practice. Assisting the clinicians with scheduling, payroll and a variety of other administrative duties such as being a part of the leadership team who creates practice policies and standards. 

Originally from Philadelphia, I graduated from Temple University with a degree in broadcasting and mass media. I moved to Humboldt in 2006 and found myself drawn to the beautiful natural landscapes and unique community. I quickly learned how much Humboldt County values community and health and I wanted to be a part of it. I studied DBT skills in 2020 and am very passionate about helping others learn these crucial life skills that help with communication and emotional wellbeing. I am very grateful to now be part of the Humboldt Neurohealth as we work to address the emotional and healing needs of Northern California.

As the Administrative  Assistant I handle communication with incoming clients seeking our services. Additionally, I work to support the staff in the Fortuna office ensuring they have all needed office and therapeutic supplies on hand. I am a "people-person" and believe each individual has value and should be treated with respect. I live by the Golden Rule, treat others as you want to be treated. In my position, I am able to use compassion and empathy to better serve clients and staff alike. The best part of my job is realizing small but impactful ways to encourage the individuals I come into contact with. I have spent years in ministry which has really given me a heart for the hurting. I take that experience and apply it to my job every day. In the past, I have also worked in retail, customer service, sales, childcare and education. These experiences provided a unique opportunity to serve a vast array of folks in our local community which I also apply to my work today.

As the Humboldt Neurohealth billing specialist, I manage insurance claims, invoices, and payments. I work on the insurance challenges to allow the clinicians to focus on what they do best; help clients heal. 

Originally from New Zealand, I moved to California in 1998.  I have always worked in the health and wellness industry from managing a gym and helping people with their physical health or managing a spa and helping people relieve their stress. I am grateful now to be at Humboldt Neurohealth which helps people work on their mental health.

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 I love the outdoors.  Hiking, biking and kayaking is what keeps me grounded and healthy both mentally and physically.

I am thrilled to be a valued member of the esteemed team at Humboldt NeuroHealth. As a native of Humboldt County, I possess a deep appreciation for our community and feel privileged to contribute to a local nonprofit organization that prioritizes mental health initiatives.

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Within the organization, I diligently serve in the billing department, where I specialize in navigating insurance claims and overcoming associated challenges, thereby enhancing support for our esteemed clinicians. My passion lies in problem-solving and conducting thorough investigations to streamline operations at Humboldt Neurohealth.

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The captivating allure of Humboldt County holds a special place in my heart. As a devoted mother to three daughters, I cherish the time we spend together engaging in outdoor activities such as riverside retreats and embarking on captivating expeditions amidst the Redwoods. My husband and I are profoundly grateful to raise our children in such an enchanting locale.

I have the privilege of walking with clients through the seasons of their lives and providing a safe container for them to explore their present experience, identify their innate strengths, and experiment with new ways of thinking and being that will support their ongoing growth through the adventure of life. I believe that connection is at the heart of healing and that we all have an innate desire and capacity to connect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. My approach to counseling is client-centered and I am guided by Adlerian, adventure-based, experiential, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapeutic approaches. I view the counseling relationship as a collaborative and experiential space that honors and prioritizes genuine connection in all of its forms, including that between mind and body. 

I received my bachelor’s degree in recreation administration with an emphasis in outdoor leadership from Humboldt State University in 2020. This path provided me with opportunities to engage in and facilitate experiential education in the outdoors, from guiding backpacking trips on the Lost Coast to spending a semester on a subzero dog sledding expedition in the Boundary Waters. My lived experiences in the outdoors as a leader and a student piqued my curiosity about how the natural world has been and could be used as therapy. This inquiry inspired me to pursue my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and my educational specialist degree (Ed.S.) in experiential counseling with Prescott College, along with national certification from the Association of Experiential Education (AEE) in adventure-based counseling. This unique graduate trajectory has afforded me opportunities to study and train in specialty modalities including equine-assisted learning and animal-assisted therapies. To me, there is nothing greater than facilitating opportunities for people to connect with their nature, whether that be guiding folks outside or supporting clients in the counseling relationship as they heal their mind-body connection and find balance.

Therapy Modalities I Practice:

Strengths-based

Trauma-informed

Experiential

Adventure-based

Mindfulness-based CBT

Play Therapy

I believe in the resilience of the human spirit. As a helping professional, my aim is to create an environment that cultivates hope and that is conducive for the change the client wants to see. 

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My love for the creative and the healing potential I witnessed through the arts led me to graduate school training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy at Pennsylvania Western University. Prior to joining the Humboldt NeuroHealth team, my clinical experience included working with clients that had traumatic brain injuries, where I utilized art therapy to reinforce resilience.

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I see people through the lens of their familial, social, and cultural context with an Adlerian approach, emphasizing connections and strengthening a sense of belongingness. I use motivational interviewing to connect with clients in a way that is validating, affirming, and encouraging. As I continue my studies to become a registered art therapist (ATR), I lean on the non-verbal language of art and the restorative properties of the creative process.

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Therapy Modalities I Practice:

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·         Motivational Interviewing

·         Adlerian Therapy

·         Art Therapy

·         Group Art Therapy

·         Grief & Loss Support