Kathleen Stewardson MACP, LMHC, SUDPT
I am a Professional Mental Health Counselor (License LMHC #LH60308235). I graduated with my Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the Seattle School of Theology & Psychology in 2008 and have been practicing as a therapist, across a variety of settings, ever since. It is a privilege for me to join with others as they move toward healing in their lives. I offer telehealth (zoom) appointments only at this time. Obtaining virtual visits, which make therapy accessible and convenient, can be the difference between thriving and struggling.
My approach is foundationaly relational and person-centered, which is based on respect and mutuality. I employ a variety of other therapeutic methods (CBT, DBT, EFT, etc.) on a case by case basis. I welcome you to take that first step to see if counseling may be helpful for the challenges you are facing, and the growth you are hoping to obtain.
Professional Experience
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Private Practice - Providing Professional Counseling and Clinical Supervision (2013-current).
Executive Director at Palouse River Counseling - providing leadership for this behavioral health organization which includes mental health counseling, crisis counseling, case management services, a Wise program, a day program, substance use treatment (IOP & counseling) and psychiatric services (2025-current).
Clinical Director at Palouse River Counseling - overseeing all of the mental health services (adult, youth, long and persistent mental health day program and crisis program for the county) (2023-current).
Licensed Mental Health/Lead Counselor at Northpoint Washington (in-patient, co-occurring treatment) and Clinical Supervisor at Northpoint Seattle (out-patient co-occuring treatment) (2019-2022).
Clinical Coordinator Department of Professional Counseling - University of Wisconsin - served as liaison between Professional Counseling students, department faculty and community partners to create and manage clinical training experiences (for 50+ sites per semester). Responsible for development, oversight and guidance of required practicum and internship experiences for students in the UWO Professional Counseling Program as required for program accreditation through C.A.C.R.E.P. and in keeping with departmental clinical placement guidelines. Teach and provide clinical supervision for clinical courses as well as creating, organizing and delivering annual training for Site Supervisors (2015-2019).
Professional Counselor - Wellness Center, Trinity Western University - worked with students, staff and faculty for individual, couples and group counseling regarding mental health and lifestyle/personal/relational struggles. Provided psychoeducation on mental health topics (i.e. self-harm) for student leaders and faculty/staff (2007-2015).
Supervisor & Counselor for the Abuse Counseling Program at Abbotsford Community Services - supervising counselors and interns and counseling clients in the following three programs – STV: Stopping the Violence, SAIP: Sexual Abuse Intervention, and EBC: Employment Barriers Counseling. These programs involved individual and group counseling (2009-2014).
Previous experience includes - working as a Care Counselor at a Crisis & Detox Center for women, as a Family Services Counselor for a community organization, as a Group Home Counselor for youth involved with the criminal justice system and as a Child Life Therapist for children & youth in a long-term hospital.
Education and Memberships
Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology (2008). Bachelor of Arts Degree in Human & Social Development from the University of Victoria.
Approved Clinical Supervisor for the state of Washington - providing clinical supervision to fully licensed counselors (LMHC), counselors working toward their licensure and interns since 2013.
I have taken 80 hours of Intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy Training through the Behavioral Tech, LLC founded by Marsha Linehan Ph.D, ABPP. I took the training in San Bernardino, CA and then provided both individual & group DBT through Northwest Youth Services in Bellingham, WA.
I received my SUDPT (Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee) in 2019 and have completed coursework toward my SUDP since then (including many hours working in substance use treatment under supervision).