Victor Washington
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in California with a demonstrated ability to develop rapport with people from various backgrounds. As a social worker, I have had the opportunity to work in various settings from medical and psychiatric hospitals, community mental health agencies and the criminal justice system (juveniles and adults).
Through the use of interpersonal dynamics, I can support individuals in accessing various psychological parts of themselves while focusing on the past, present and future.
I have also worked with individuals challenged by addiction. Through the use of interpersonal dynamics, I can support individuals in accessing various psychological parts of themselves while focusing on the past, present and future.
First session
In our first session together, you can expect me to focus on getting to know you and seeing life from your perspective before anything else transpires.
Strengths
Given my wide range of experience with various population if different settings, one of my greatest strengths is developing relationships with individuals that lead to measurable, transparent progress
Ideal clients
I have worked with individuals during various points in their lives and I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults and people challenged with light to moderate and severe mental illnesses. I specialize in working with individuals challenged directly or indirectly by the criminal justice system as adults or juveniles and I can support these individuals in developing tools to navigate the impact of the system while focusing on the present moment.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment therapy to guide treatment in regards to acceptance and developing strategies to move forward despite our difficult thoughts.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral therapy treatment when it appears appropriate to support someone in noticing their problematic thoughts and finding ways to alter their responses
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 112799
- GeorgiaLicense CSW009388