Background
Hi there. My name is Luke (he/him) and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Supervisor and Counselor Educator in Washington state.

Previously I have worked as the mental health counselor for international students at a Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in Suzhou, China and The American University of Iraq - Sulaimani (AUIS) in the Kurdish region of Iraq.

Professional Associations
I am a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. 

Education
PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from Adams State University
MA in Psychology - Couple and Family Therapy from Antioch University

Therapeutic Approach
I help clients work through past traumas, life changes and everything in between. My approach is considerate of the past while being hopeful for the future. We are at our best when we have the inner resources to heal from the things that have hurt us and so that we may be more present in our relationships with others. My theoretical orientation is primarily rooted in psychodynamic theory. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to assist clients with challenging problematic beliefs and practicing mindfulness in their daily lives. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to support their agency and self-determination.

Areas of Clinical Interest
Domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, religious trauma, students attending university, complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression.

Fees

Note: My fees have recently changed. Payment is due at the end of each session. Cancelled or missed sessions without 24 hours notice (outside of an emergency of illness) will be subject to the full fee of the session. Individual counseling is $120 USD for a 50 minute session. Couples or family counseling is $140 USD for a 50 minute session. I have a limited number of sliding scale fees if clients are unable to pay the full amount. Inquire before your first session about whether this is available.

Insurance

I do not accept insurance. What that means is that clients cash-pay up front for each session. If you want to utilize your insurance provider for sessions, I would be considered an out-of-network provider. My services may be covered in full, in part or not at all by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. It is important for potential clients to consider that reimbursement by your insurance provider is not guaranteed.

In these situations you will be responsible for the full payment at the time of session, and your insurance company may or may not reimburse you for the fee. I will provide clients with what is known as a superbill each month which clients can then submit to their insurance company. It is your responsibility to discuss questions regarding your coverage and potential reimbursement with your insurance provider.

Please check your coverage carefully by asking your insurance company the following questions:

• What are my mental health benefits?

• Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?

• What is the rate at which out-of-network services are covered?

• Do my benefits cover sessions with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist?

payment forms accepted

I accept check, Zelle and PayPal. Missed appointments or cancellations without 24 hour notice are subject to the full session fee.

Clinical Supervision

I offer clinical supervision for LMFTAs and LMHCAs in Washington state. If you want to see if we would be a good fit, feel free to contact me.