Stephanie Cuevas (She/Her)

I have committed myself to learning everything I can about the neurodivergent population. In addition to lived experience, I have successfully completed PESI ADHD certification program and attained their certificate thought Evergreen State (219743 / 2023). I have also attended several trainings such as "Becoming a Neurodivergent- Affirming Clinician" and "The Neurodiversity Symposium". I also have purchased an read many books and training resources for this population.

I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and dialectical behavioral approach to target anxiety. I have purchased and utilized training resources specifically created for anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Additionally, I have enjoy reading more on the subject and have lived experience.

I worked as an addiction counselor for 2 years. I believe in a biopsychosocial-spiritual model of care and utilize Motivational Interviewing to aid clients in their recovery. Additionally, I utilize the Seeking Safety model to aid in psychoeducation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a foundation for many therapist training. I have attained training in this and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and utilize these principles to address thought distortions that keep clients stuck.

I have attained additional training in DBT and utilize the four components (mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation) to help clients. I also use these skills as part of their "tool box" of coping skills to help deal with stressors.

I have had additional trainings in MI and utilized MI with both within the context of substance use treatment and in wrap around care for homeless prevention.

I have attended several additional trainings to increase my competency such as attaining the PESI ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider training (and attaining the Certificate from Evergreen Certifications 219743 / 2023), completing the "Becoming a Neurodivergent- Affirming Clinician" training, and attending the "Neurodiversity Symposium". I also have lived experience.

In addition to lived experience, I have worked with this population throughout my 11 year career. I utilize DBT and CBT to aid in raising awareness of intrusive thoughts. I also increase my competency by purchasing specific training manuals and books on this topic.

I worked as an substance use disorder counselor for 2 years and then continued to use these skills for the rest of my career as addiction problems can be co-occurring with many mental health matters. I utilize motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and recovery oriented language.