About Meagan

At PNW Therapy & Coaching, my focus is on creating a compassionate and understanding environment for each client. This is the foundation for well-being and self-discovery.

Clinical Training

→ Professional Experience

  • Program Therapist, Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center (2022–2024)
    Lead therapy groups and provide individual support for clients navigating mood, anxiety, and co-occurring conditions in a Residential/PHP setting.

  • Family Therapist, Sound (2022–2024)
    Delivered clinic-based and school-based therapy for youth and families, focusing on communication, crisis stabilization, and trauma recovery.

  • Program Therapist, Eating Recovery Center (2021–2024)
    Facilitated group therapy and supported clients with eating disorders and co-occurring conditions using evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities.

  • Case Manager, Ark Behavioral Health (2021)
    Assisted individuals in early substance recovery by coordinating discharge planning, aftercare resources, and psychoeducation in residential care.

  • Behavioral Therapist, ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services) (2020–2021)
    Provided 1:1 behavioral therapy to children with autism, focusing on skill development, emotional regulation, and family systems.

  • Psychiatric Technician, Dale Medical Center (2018–2019)
    Supported an inpatient acute care psychiatric unit, assisting with crisis de-escalation, medication support, and safety planning.

  • Research Assistant, University of Massachusetts Medical School (2018–2019)
    Contributed to behavioral health studies and supported qualitative data collection on youth resilience and trauma.

  • Sex Therapy Intern, Life Coaching & Therapy (2016–2017)
    Supported couples and individuals exploring sexual health, intimacy, and relationship dynamics through a sex-positive and integrative lens.

→ Mental Health Licensure

  • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy Associate (LMFTA) – Washington State

  • Mental Health Professional Counselor – Washington State Department of Health

  • Psychological Trauma Response Certification – American Red Cross

  • Applied Behavior Analyst – Applied ABC

  • Certified Dementia Specialist – HealthCare Interactive, Inc.

  • Registered Behavior Therapist – Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis

→ Education

  • M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy – Seattle Pacific University

  • B.S in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Research Concentration – Worcester State University

  • Receiving clinical supervision from Dr. Kevin Belsby, LMFT

→ Interests

  • Distance running

  • Hiking

  • Mountain climbing

  • Writing