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Meet The Staff
of Hope Counseling Center
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| Dr. John DeRuyter |
| Clinical Psychologist
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Director /Clinical Director, Hope Counseling Center |
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provides counseling and psychological services as the Clinical and Executive
Director at Hope Counseling Center. He has provided counseling and psycho-educational
services in church, community and institutional settings for over 14 years.
In addition to providing counseling and assessment services to individuals,
couples, and families in the Fairbanks area, John participates in research
concerning mental health issues. John received his Doctor of Psychology
degree from Wheaton College and is licensed as a Clinical Psychologist in
the State of Alaska. He was recently appointed by the Governor to sit on
the Alaska Psychologist and Psychological Associate Licensing Board and
is a member of the FACES team in Fairbanks that provides diagnostic services
for individuals with FAS or FASD. John is a member of the American Psychological
Association, and the National Association for Rural Mental Health. He has
developed a two-day workshop that assists stepfamilies dealing with the
special issues they face. The workshop has been presented both locally and
nationally. John has been an Alaskan resident since 1984. He and his wife
Artha have 3 adult children living and working in the Fairbanks area. |
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Terry Kelly
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MA, LPC, BCETS
EMDR Certified Therapist
Counselor
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“The best definition for trauma is being stuck. We are often not aware that our experiences,
even those long ago, still trigger our responses to life’s situations
today. We get stuck in patterns
that steal from the quality of our life.
If you are stuck in anger, depression,
anxiety or panic attacks; or if you suffered childhood or adult emotional,
physical or sexual abuse; and if what you’ve tried hasn’t worked…
Call me, I can help.”
Terry
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Board Certified
Expert in Traumatic Stress, and a Certified EMDR Therapist. EMDR is a leading edge Brief Therapy process endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association
and the Veterans Administration as “…strongly recommended…”
and being “…faster, better tolerated and more complete…” in the treatment
of stress disorders including anger, anxiety and depression. I work with women, men and young adults who
want to finally move on to the quality of life and relationships they’ve
wanted for so long.
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Pamela Williams, LPC
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| Counselor |
| Pamela Williams recently moved
to Fairbanks in October 2007 to begin a life with her fiancée. Originally
from Maine and New Hampshire, she loves the natural beauty of the Alaskan
landscape and feels right at home in the community. Pamela is a Licensed
Professional Counselor and earned a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling
Psychology. She is a skilled clinician with nine years experience working
as a counselor and has provided services in a variety of inpatient, non-profit,
private, and school settings. She also counseled people independently in
her own private practice back in the New England states. Pamela currently
offers counseling services to individuals, children and adolescents, couples,
and families. She is also certified as a Trauma Specialist and DBT therapist.
DBT teaches adolescents and adults a variety of skills to cope with life's
daily stressors, including skills for emotion regulation, interpersonal
effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. In addition, Pamela
offers services through our PCIT program and will be facilitating group
therapy in the months to come. |
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Cindy Bridgman, LCSW
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| Counselor |
| Cindy's primary focus as
a child therapist is working with children who have suffered from abuse.
She also contributes to the professional community as a trainer and presenter
of child abuse prevention and intervention. Cindy and her husband, Pastor
Bill Bridgman of Fairhill Community Church of God, moved to Alaska this
past June. Prior to their arrival Cindy worked at the Child Abuse and Neglect
Council of Oakland County Michigan, serving first as their Director of the
Child Advocacy program and then as Director of Community Outreach. She has
many years of experience as a therapist and educator. |
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Cathy McCarthy LCSW
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| Counselor |
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Cathy received her Master's degree
in social work from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada and has had
the privilege of walking with individuals, couples and families on healing
journeys since 1988. She emigrated from Canada to the United States in
1999. Cathy's background is rich in the areas of family and individual
therapy, domestic violence with both adults and children and sexual assault.
Cathy has also worked on base at Ft. Wainwright supporting service men
and women and their families. Cathy has celebrated marriage with Paul
for 19 years and they have three wonderful daughters.
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Halyley Tonkovich MA, - Pre-Doctoral
Intern
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| Counselor |
| Hayley is currently
working as a Pre-Doctoral Intern in Clinical Psychology with us. She received
her Masters Degree in clinical psychology from Midwestern University in
Downers Grove, IL. She is originally from Fairbanks, AK and is pleased to
be working with members of the community. She has had a variety of counseling
and diagnostic experiences in both private and state hospitals. During the
course of Hayley's clinical training she has had the opportunity to work
with the following populations: substance abuse, management of severe mental
illness, child and adolescent behavioral disorders, eating disorders, and
anger management. Also, Hayley participates in research concerning substance
abuse, personality disorders, and spirituality. She is a student affiliate
of the American Psychological Association, and a member of the Alaska Psychological
Association. She has a strong interest in working with individuals who have
substance abuse issues and severe mental illnesses. Hope Counseling Center
provides an opportunity for members of the community to seek support and
guidance in a respectful and comfortable atmosphere. |
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Lisa Farrell AA,
CDCI |
| Drug and Alcohol Counselor |
| Lisa completed her
degree in 2001 in Human Services specializing in substance abuse/substance
dependency. She was raised in the Fairbanks area and is knowledgeable regarding
interpersonal diverse populations in the Alaskan region. She has worked
in the field for over 6 years, dealing with all genders, ages and populations.
She is skilled in working through grief, trauma, and mental health issues
that result in the use of chemicals to cope with difficult emotions. She
works with a number of issues such as codependency, boundaries, physical
and sexual abuse, cultural diversity, loss of culture, goal setting, and
budgeting. She has provided treatment services to individuals, couples and
families in across the Alaskan range. Lisa’s services include alcohol assessments,
individual sessions, Level I and II outpatient treatment, and the alcohol
and drug information school (ADIS). |
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Kylee
Tisdell |
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Office Manager/Administrative Assistant
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| Kylee came
to Hope Counseling Center in May of 2005. As the Office Administrator she
is the nerve center and "go to" person for the Hope Counseling
organization. Kylee has past experience working at a local bank and handling
many administrative chores for a local regional airline.. |
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Dawna Davis |
| Receptionist |
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