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I have done my own personal growth work and have gathered tools from psychology, sociology, spirituality, nature, and fitness.

 

Through this journey, my intention has always been to live my life as authentically as possible- not who I think I “should” be or some idealized version of what it means to be human, but my true self, imperfections and all. 

Joleen Ross is a dedicated Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, and Clinical Trainer & Consultant.​​​ She has over 20 years of in-depth expertise and training in fostering positive impact​, with a focus on treating Trauma​​​. Joleen works both on-site and remotely, with both U.S and international experience across diverse agencies and clinics.

About  

Training & Expertise

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  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy​ (CPT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • Mindfulness
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  • ​​​​Clinical Supervision

  • Program Development

  •  Biopsychosocial and risk assessments

  • ​Group Training

  • Therapy Development and Facilitation

  • Clinic Staffing and Training

  • Multi-Disciplinary Team Collaboration

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Leadership and Mentoring

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Licenses

  • Washington State Dept of Health, 2014-present
    Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (#60433926)

  • Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers, 2013-present
    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#5773)

  • The Addiction Counselor Certification Board of Oregon, 2008-present
    Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (#08-06-58)

Education

  • Portland State University, 2008-2010
    Master of Social Work
     

  • University of Wisconsin- Madison, 1999-2003
    B.A. in Sociology, Certificate in Women’s Studies
     

  • University of Southampton, England, 2000
    Sociology Coursework (Study Abroad)

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Work Experience

Primary Therapist

Apr 2017 - Current

Private Practice & MD Live

Portland, OR and Online

 

Clinical Director

Mar 2024 - Aug 2024

Phuket Island Rehab

Phuket, Thailand

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Primary Therapist

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

The Cabin

Mae Rim, Thailand

 

Clinical & Group Program Manager, Mental Health Therapist

Jul 2014 - Dec 2018

Portland DBT Institute

Portland, OR

 

On-call Child Abuse Social Worker

Jul 2010 - Sep 2015

Legacy Emanuel Hospital-CARES NorthwestPortland, OR

 

Lead Therapist, Child and Family Therapist

Jul 2010 - Augt 2014

Children’s Center Vancouver, WA

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Field Instructor

Feb 2013 - Mar 2013

Police Activities League

Portland, OR

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Youth Outpatient & Residential Counselor, Admissions Counselor, Client Services Specialist

Jan 2007 - Dec 2009

DePaul Youth and Family Center

Portland, OR

 

Lead Client Service Coordinator, Caregiver

Sep 2004 - Oct 2006

Homewatch Caregivers

Portland, OR

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Personal Living Assistant

May 2003 - Aug 2004

Community Living Alliance

Madison, WI

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Vocational Coach

Nov 2003 - Aug 2004

Goodwill Industries

Madison, WI

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VOLUNTEER

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Medical Social Work Intern

2009-2010

Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital

Portland OR,

Food Program Assistant, Program Coordinator

Nov 2006 - Jan 2007

Assistant Outside In

Portland OR
 

Crisis Line Advocate

2004-2006

Portland Women’s Crisis Line
Portland, OR

Crisis Line Counselor Volunteer

Oct 2003 - Aug 2004

Rape Crisis Center
Madison, WI

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People often experience me as kind and compassionate - and this trait goes way back to childhood when my teacher told my mother I was the “grandmother of first grade".

I frequently find myself coming back to the quote "What we are doing here is so important, we better not take it too seriously" from Suzuki Roshi.

I value being able to move from being serious and somber to light-hearted, depending on what best fits in that moment.

​© 2024 Joleen Ross 

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