PHP Behavioral Health Concierge Provider Profiles

August 30, 2023

Heather Guthrie

LCSW | 28 Years of Experience

Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in OR, WA.

Bio

Heather is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver. With experience in both the inpatient hospital and outpatient clinic setting as well as in primary care, community mental health and school based settings, Heather sees the strength in vulnerability while emphasizing connection as a catalyst for healing and growth.  "I believe in fostering a collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationship and tailoring interventions to meet your unique needs. Together we will establish a therapeutic space in which we will aim to collaboratively explore your journey. My hope is to empower you to navigate life's challenges and to promote self discovery and personal growth."

Michael Buck

LCSW | 19 Years of Experience

Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in OR, WA. 

Bio

With experience in hospital, outpatient and community mental health settings, Michael brings compassion and unconditional positive regard to his work with clients, providing care that is person centered, recovery oriented and trauma informed. "I collaborate with people to create a supportive process where they can be present with their thoughts and feelings, reconnect to their wisdom, and find the answers that are right for them." He works from a strengths based, solution oriented, motivational enhancement approach.  He has experience working with men's issues, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma and substance use. Michael is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Portland State University.

Desiree Hobson

LICSW |16 Years of Experience                                                                                Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in in CA, ID, OR, MT, OR, TX, WA.

Bio

Desiree is passionate about mental health and is deeply moved with compassion for individuals seeking support and guidance facing hardships along life's journey. Holding space and being fully present for her client's concerns, hopes and challenges is an honor for her. She has diverse experience practicing in adoption and healthcare settings including: oncology, the emergency room, medical/surgical units and critical care. Desiree enjoys working with pre-teens, teens and adults, utilizing an array of therapeutic modalities including Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT and mindfulness with an infusion of art-based approaches. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Stephen Singer

LICSW | 16 Years of Experience                                                                                Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in AK, CA, ID, MT, NM, OR, TX, WA.

Bio

"I believe that every individual has the right to be heard and we have a moral obligation to support one another. Making a meaningful connection is the first step toward fostering positive and sustainable change and helping individuals where they are at."

Stephen has training and experience working with people on issues that include (but are not limited to): depression, anxiety, communication, relationships self-care and stress reduction; he utilizes mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and trauma-informed care. Stephen earned his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington.

Sarah Pulvere

LCSW | 14 Years of Experience

Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in AK, CA, ID, MT, OR, TX, WA

Bio

Her style is compassionate and exploratory. She is here to help you develop insight and self-awareness, navigate uncertainty, and hold kindess for yourself while on this journey.

She has worked in the family violence sector, child protective services, the prison system, inpatient psychiatric hospital and associated outpatient programs, and private practice therapy. She has undertaken internships in ER and hospice settings. She enjoys using a mixture of different therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), compassion focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sarah is passionate about providing affirming care with curiosity, sensitivity, and respect. Sarah likes to drink tea and give away her home-grown vegetables and fruits to her neighbors. She also likes to read books and watch movies so she can talk about them with people. And she likes to sing. All the time. Sarah Pulvere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Melbourne, Australia.

Dawn St. Aubyn

LICSW | 25 Years of Experience                                                                               Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in in CA, ID, MT, NM, OR, TX, WA.

Bio

"Working through life's transitions means more than 'fixing what's wrong with you.' It's about optimization of happiness, growth, learning new communication and coping toools, and becoming the person you want to be." In her over 30 years of experience in the field, Dawn has had the privilege of working with people of all ages and walks of life. Having spent many years in the health care sector, she has a passion for supporting first responders and other health care providers. With all her patients, Dawn approaches their stories with respect, humor, warmth, and a comprehensive understanding of evidence-based therapeutic tools. She is comfortable working with individuals and couples, adolescents and adults who might be struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or situational stressors. Dawn has experience working with adults who have ADHD and those on the autism spectrum, BIPOC individuals, and member of LGBTQIA+ communities. She has advanced training in Mindfulness Facilitation;  Nutrition and Integrative Mental Health; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); Autism; Written Exposure Therapy; and trama treatment. Dawn earned her Master of Social Work degree from New Mexico State University.

Andrea Bice

LCSW | 13 Years of Experience

Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in AK, CA, ID, MT, NM, OR, TX, WA. 

Bio

"Asking for help is not easy and can keep people from getting the suport they need when they are struggling. I strive to create a safe space that is authentic and free of judgement so people can feel heard, seen, secure and supported. I also belive in a collaborative approach to address whatever it is that brought someone to thearpy and aim to get them to a place where they are feeling more balanced, capable and confident moving forward."

Andrea is a mental health therapist who has experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Her experience and areas of specialization encompass a wide range of concerns including: depression, anxiety, ADHS, trauma, and autism spectrum disorder. She utilizes a collaborative approach and implements various evidence-based therapeutic techniques including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Collaborative & Proactive Solutions, behavioral activation and solution-focused therapy. Andrea earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington.

Pam Green

LICSW | 13 Years of Experience

Provides care to Providence Health Plan members in CA, ID, MT, OR, WA

Bio

“The work we do together will be personalized, collaborative and uniquely tailored for you.” Her practice philosphy is that each client has a unique set of strenghts that provide the foundation with which to build. A seasoned therapist, Pam provides a safe space to process emotions and life experiences without judgement, while exploring barriers in order to create positive and meaningful change. Pam's clinical approach is person-centered and firmly grounded in the theories, research and evidence-based techniques which have proven consistetly effective over time. She specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, and general life transitions. Pam has worked in psychiatric hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, emergency rooms and primary care clinics and specializes in work with adults, couples and families. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from Arizona State University with a concentration in behavioral health with adults.

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