Heather LaBouy, Psy.D.

Heather LaBouy, Psy.D.

Mindful Therapy Group

21907 64th Ave West, Suite 200, Mountlake Terrace, WA

425.640.7009 ext. 179, [email protected]

Education

Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, June 2012 John F. Kennedy University, Pleasant Hill, CA

APA Approved Clinical Psychology Program Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology, June 2009 John F. Kennedy University, Pleasant Hill, CA Bachelor of Science, Psychology, June 2004 University of Washington, Seattle, WA

I am focused on engaging in culturally competent, collaborative psychotherapy with individuals of all ages. I build conceptualizations using Control Mastery theory in order to highlight individual traits and characteristics as well as uncover the motivations and beliefs of self as they relate to the presenting concerns. I thrive in multidisciplinary, creative environments where individual strengths and enthusiasm are valued and utilized in a way that benefits the providers and clients.

Clinical Psychologist

Mindful Therapy Group

June 2015

Provide ongoing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families, serving up to 30 individuals per week.

Perform crisis assessments and determine best course of treatment for incoming clients. Use Control Mastery theory to build conceptualizations, taking into account clients’

histories with relation to family of origin, ethnicity, gender, ability, and other facets of identity.

Collaborate with Mindful Therapy Group administrative staff and clinicians to best meet the needs of incoming clients and provide holistic, comprehensive mental health care.

Clinical Lead

Trails to Success Summer Camp

June to July 2014

Supervisor: Chris Duis, Ph.D.

Acted as a lead clinician for two sessions of Trails to Success summer camp; located on a horse ranch in Orinda, California and serving children under 18 dealing with significant behavioral and/or cognitive difficulties. Each session involved acting as a group leader for 6-8 children, ages 6-16.

Provided individual and group therapeutic interventions while riding lessons, art, nature, or sporting activities were taking place. Taught behavioral techniques with the goals of creating quality interpersonal relationships, supporting academic success, and building an overall positive sense of self.

Encourage and facilitated resolving interpersonal conflicts, developed daily activities which coincided with daily goals and messages of camp activities.

Developed and adjusted treatment goals, created daily individual chart notes, participated in group meetings and case consultations, and worked daily with camp director and neuropsychologist, Dr. Duis. Consulted with parents, psychologists, and care teams to ensure continuity of care for each child.

Postdoctoral Experience

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, St. Kitts, West Indies

August 2012 to August 2013

Supervisor: Janet Camp, Psy.D.

Provided individual psychotherapy with an average of 17 veterinary students weekly, presenting with a variety of clinical concerns including anxiety, depression, culture shock, adjustment, difficulty in interpersonal relationships, and personal growth. Conducted approximately three intake assessments weekly, evaluated students for crises

and emergent mental health needs. Provided after-hours crisis support when necessary. Facilitated a weekly, ongoing psychotherapy group for veterinary students which focused

on personal and interpersonal growth, managing the academic rigor of veterinary school, as well as coping with reduced support while living outside the U.S.

Designed the curriculum for and facilitated a weekly study skills workshop which tailored techniques based on individual learning styles to best manage the increased workload and overall academic challenge of veterinary medicine courses.

Created and presented classroom presentations on topics including self-care, suicide prevention, multicultural awareness, and mindfulness.

Designed a three-week mindfulness workshop geared specifically to the needs of veterinary students which aimed to decrease test anxiety, promote the development of a positive, competent self-image, and increase students’ focus on their overall wellbeing while in vet school.

Implemented a multicultural intervention, as a part of a first semester graded course, aimed at helping students build cultural competence, awareness around privilege, and overall healthy adjustment to life outside the U.S.

Completed the National Child Traumatic Stress Network Psychological First Aid training and am currently adapting the principles and core actions to the development of appropriate disaster protocols for RUSVM. This included conducting an interactive training with staff and faculty, including education, discussion, and role-plays.

assist positive changes to curriculum, campus housing, and overall structural support. Receive two hours of individual supervision weekly, as well as participate in two hours of

group process and case consultation.

APA-Accredited Internship

University at Albany Counseling Center

, Albany, NY

August 2011 to August 2012

Supervisor: Joseph Bernier, Ph.D.

Conducted individual psychotherapy with an average of 5 undergraduate and graduate students weekly who presented with clinical concerns ranging from depression to anxiety, psychosis, recent or more complex grieving, and issues of attention or learning disabilities.

Consulted regularly with students who presented at the Center in person, assessing for crises or emergent mental health needs. Responded by phone and email to consultation requests from university faculty, staff, students, and parents concerning both crisis and non-crisis situations.

Acted as a liaison to Residential Life staff, meeting monthly to provide consultation in regards to students living on campus who were in crisis or in need of psychological services.

Taught a weekly, credit-bearing undergraduate course associated with the Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program. Designed and developed appropriate curriculum which prepared student trainees to act as hotline counselors, peer educators, and conduct various outreach events on campus.

Supervised a group of 13 Resource Trainers who led hotline trainees through a semester long training in basic, reflective listening skills, appropriate hotline etiquette, and combined relevant topic areas from the training class into realistic and challenging role-play activities.

Performed weekly, first-level hotline backup duties including guiding peer counselors through lethality assessments and gathering information for sexual assault reporting to support the Middle Earth crisis hotline.

Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological assessment batteries using tests including the MMPI-2 RF and MCCI. Integrated findings with other clinical information and constructively provided feedback in a clinically and culturally sensitive manner. Received two hours of individual supervision, one hour of group supervision, and two

hours of training seminars each week.

Participated and presented in weekly case conferences, collaborated in weekly Prevention and Outreach meetings, and consulted in treatment team meetings with psychiatry staff from the University Health Center.

Other Clinical Experience

Clinical Trainee, Community Health for Asian Americans

, Oakland, CA

August 2009 to June 2010

Supervisor: Paul Moore, Ph.D.

Sole practicum trainee assigned to Bella Vista Elementary school in Oakland. All clients were children of color, some of whom spoke English as a second language. Regularly conducted collateral meetings with parents alongside an interpreter.

behaviors conducive to a healthy learning environment.

Focused on using a multimodal approach to treatment and intervened with evidence-based psychotherapy methods including participant modeling to treat social phobia symptoms, systems theory.

Developed and facilitated several 10 week special needs groups geared towards developing social skills, cooperative behavior with peers and adults, and emotional support for children faced with trauma, abuse, and neglect.

Frequently consulted and collaborated with parents, teachers, and school administrators to increase success of treatment goals. Met in clients’ homes in order to develop treatment plans or keep parents up-to-date on therapeutic progress.

Received three hours of group supervision and relevant didactic trainings weekly, in addition to one hour individual supervision from a licensed psychologist.

Clinical Trainee, UCSF Alliance Health Project

, San Francisco

July 2008 to August 2009

Supervisor: Barbra Adler, LMFT

Provided individual psychotherapy using the Time Limited Dynamic Psychotherapy model with an average of 6 clients per week and co-facilitated a weekly, two hour ongoing support group for long term survivors of HIV/AIDS.

Developed comprehensive treatment plans for individual clients primarily focused on, but were not limited to, disclosure of HIV status, HIV/AIDS health concerns, depression and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and maintaining recovery from substance

dependence.

Conducted intake assessment interviews and created a comprehensive, psychosocial write-up for individuals seeking treatment at AHP. Focused on creating differential diagnoses and making effective referrals to various programs within the agency.

Constantly assessed clients who presented to the agency to determine safety to self and others and provided appropriate triage in crisis situations. Collaborated with staff members including psychiatry, licensed clinicians conducting cognitive assessments, social workers, and clinical psychologists and therapists.

Received four hours of group supervision, professional development, and training with peer interns, in addition to one hour of individual supervision each week. Rewarded a Medical stipend to continue working an additional 2 months past practicum end date.

Ethnographic Practicum Trainee, CATS, Golden Gate for Seniors

, San Francisco, CA

October 2007 to June 2008

Supervisor: Cyrus Carter, M.A.

Served individuals over the age of 55 in a residential, abstinence- based recovery program in San Francisco’s Mission District.

Attended and observed group therapy sessions, completed intake paperwork, observed staff interventions with residents, and completed chart notes after observing clients in group or individual meetings.

Conducted extensive client profile interviews detailing family and personal history with substance abuse before completing a comprehensive write-up to be used by staff psychologists.

Learned the abstinence based model employed by the facility and received weekly supervision from the Program Manager and licensed therapist.

Residential Case Manager, Community Psychiatric Clinic

, Cascade Hall, Seattle, WA

November 2004 to March 2006

Supervisor: Tammy Goeken, MSW

Served first as a Case Manager for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Developed treatment plans geared towards acquiring independent living skills, provided one-on-one counseling sessions, and managed financial obligations of clients.

Worked in the East Wing program serving adults with developmental disabilities who were dually diagnosed and in crisis. The program provided brief respite from living situations that were proving unsuccessful for the client. I developed short-term, crisis treatment goals that focused on developing skills to live successfully with family or in group living situations.

Coordinated the care for two King County crisis beds and assisted in establishing necessary supports such as housing, general financial aid, and social supports to clients during their stay. Also provided referrals and community resources.

Participated in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, presented client cases to medical staff, management team and multiple advocates from representative agencies, and collaborated to create successful treatment plans.

Met with clinical supervisor weekly for direct feedback and to problem solve issues. Facilitated 2-3 daily educational groups both inside the facility and in the Seattle area.

Research Experience

Dissertation Research Focus:

“Clinicians’ Perspectives: Barriers to HIV/AIDS Education, Intervention, and

Treatment Among Native Hawaiians Living in Rural Communities”

Focus of research is to provide valuable information to clinicians regarding what aspects to education, intervention, and treatment may be overlooked in the culturally diverse areas of rural Hawaii. This research is designed to inform culturally sensitive methods of outreach and involvement in the area of HIV/AIDS outside of major metropolitan areas that have more access to traditional outreach methods such as advertisement and media.

Successful Defense: May 15, 2012

Research Assistant to Dr. John Gottman

, Bringing Baby Home Research Project

January 2002 to June 2004

Trained to use the Facial Action Coding System (FACS) and Specific Affect Coding System (SPAFF) to code emotions from videotaped marital discussions.

Conducted in-home interviews, facilitated couple support groups, coordinated and assisted parenting workshops, and converted paper questionnaires to online surveys.

Teaching Experience

Instructor for Foundations for Peer Counseling and Peer Education: Theory and

Practice I

August 2011 to May 2012

University at Albany

One of two instructors for the course focused on introducing selected undergraduate students to act as peer counselors and educators in a variety of settings including a crisis hotline, campus outreach events, and peer career advising. Designed classroom

presentations, experiential exercises, and organized weekly training shifts for an average of 65 students.

Instructor and Supervisor, Theory and Practice in Peer Counseling and Peer

Education III: Peer Supervision

August 2011 to May 2012

University at Albany

Led a supervision and instructional group of 13 undergraduate peer counselors trained to provide guidance for students training as hotline counselors. Associated with the Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program at the University at Albany.

Psychoeducation Presentations

Working Abroad Volunteer with the Indian Network for Development Exchange

June to August 2010

Volunteered at ASRO, an HIV/AIDS care clinic, in Cavelossim, Goa, India. Worked side by side with the four Catholic nuns and a doctor, serving HIV positive patients from all of Goa. Provided culturally competent psychoeducation about the causes and effects of HIV/AIDS, guidelines of living a healthy, positive life, and how to seek social support within a community where stigma of HIV positive individuals prevents work, socializing, and equal treatment.

Designed picture based outreach materials on subjects such as personal and home hygiene, healthy diet, and the importance of adherence to HIV and TB medications. Continuing to support the ASRO clinic from home by sending current research findings and materials relevant to HIV counseling in diverse communities.

Teaching the Next Generation, National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)

November 2004 to June 2007

Taught interactive lessons on mental illness in Seattle high schools with the goal of eliminating the stigma of mental illness through education. My presentation preceded a visit from a local Seattle volunteer who shared their personal experience of mental illness.

Additional Work Experience

Educational Tutor, Self-Employed, Bay Area, CA

October 2007 to August 2011

Developed and maintained a tutoring business which consisted of 8 to 12, K-12 students weekly, focused on completing homework, improving writing skills, as well as

organizational and study skills. Other areas of focus included open communication and collaboration with parents and guardians, assisting students with college applications, helping students prepare for standardized tests, and developing college level study skills.

Affiliations and Leadership Positions

National Register Health Service Psychologist, #54690 American Psychological Association, May 2008 to present

Northern CA Society for Psychoanalytic Psychology (NCSPP), October 2008 to present NCSPP, Pre-licensed Clinician Committee Member, January 2009 to June 2011