Our Tri-Cities Staff
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ALAYNA BRINTON, LICSW, CCFP
Chief Clinical Officer alaynabrinton@ anchorpointcounseling.hush.com (509) 593-8122 ext 1 
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CHELSEA MORO
Administrative Director info@anchorpointcounseling.hush.com (509) 593-8122 ext 0 
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LIBBY ARCT
Administrative Assistant assist@anchorpointcounseling.hush.com (509) 593-8122 ext 0 
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JONI HUBBARD
Administrative Assistant assist@anchorpointcounseling.hush.com (509) 593-8122 ext 0 
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YAZMIN ALVAREZ, LMFT
Clinical Therapist I have a strong educational foundation on issues of depression, anxiety, and individuals going through a transitional period, and I am familiar with the implications and potential setbacks such disorders can cause. I am fully committed to advocate and work with individuals/families facing such setbacks. My background includes over 6 years experience in an educational setting (teaching, assisting, and advocacy). As well as 7 years experience working with multicultural and first generation adolescents and families. While I utilize many models and approaches for therapy I tend to lean towards using Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy and Structural Therapy. I work with each person in a method that is most successful in expressing themselves, whether that be talking, art or play therapy. I want to honor your own experiences and knowledge you have gained through your culture and upbringing. Additionally I encourage healing through building connection with community, human contact and group therapy. I aim to create a safe, comfortable and collaborative environment in order to reach your personal goals. I cater to each person, wherever they are in their process, while exploring narratives that hold them back from growth and healing. I am happy to introduce you to mental health treatment and help you understand the process. I also offer services in Spanish. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in psychology from Western Oregon University, and my Master’s Degree in Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy from Lewis and Clark College. In my free time you can find me anywhere with my dog – parks, walks, or on the couch. Focus: Children ages 8+, adolescence, young adults and adults. multicultural individuals/families, immigrants, Latino population, life transitions, complex trauma, depression and anxiety. Approaches: EMDR, SFT, CBT, MI, IFS, Multicultural counseling, Trauma informed approach. |
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KRISTINE RUSH, LSWAIC
Clinical Therapist Associate My Education, Training and Experience: I chose a career in social work after having served over 9 years in the U.S. Army. While serving, I was exposed to people struggling with mental illness. Those experiences helped me realized that this was where I was wanting to serve next in my career. I graduated from Austin Peay State University in 2018 with my bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) after completing a practicum with a home health agency specializing in dementia care. I then moved to New York City and worked as a crisis counselor for the city's mental health crisis line providing brief supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention. I graduated from New York University in May 2020 with a master's in social work (MSW). During my internship, I worked with an interdisciplinary team serving clients who have frequent contact with the mental health, criminal justice, and homeless services systems, recent behavior that is unsafe and escalating, and those poorly served by outpatient settings. The primary diagnosis for the team's participants was schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and co-occurring substance use. After relocating to Washington, I continued working with those living with severe and persistent mental illness in a community mental health agency providing individual therapy and case management services out in the community. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work Associate in Washington (License# SC61114835). I work from a person-centered, trauma-informed and holistic perspective when working with individuals. I primarily provide therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques but will pull from other evidence-based practices for individualized treatment. I am currently providing services for individuals 13 years old and older. |
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RYLIE DRURY, LSWAIC
Clinical Therapist Associate My Education, Training and Experience: I began my social work career in 2015, at just 18 years old providing after hour advocacy for victims of crime. I provided crisis intervention services, acted as a liaison between the court system, law enforcement and family members, and provided brief supportive counseling in the midst of connecting clients to resources in their community. During this volunteer experience that took me through my first two years of college, I was provided clarity in my passion for helping others during adversities. In 2019 I obtained my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Heritage University. I went on to complete my Masters of Social Work degree from Walla Walla University where I became Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1: Bridging the Couple Chasm trained and obtained my Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) certificate. I completed my practicum at Kadlec Hospital where I worked on the Step-Down ICU floor practicing as a medical social worker. Right after graduation in 2020, I began practicing as a mental health therapist in Dayton, WA. I had the opportunity to treat a variety of clients with a wide range of mental health symptoms and disorders. I then went on to work for Communities In Schools as a Student Support Coordinator working closely with elementary aged students and their families providing case management supports. While in this role I facilitated 1-1 brief counseling, small groups, social emotional learning experiences, crisis intervention and resources. While working at the elementary school I completed my ESA certification that would allow me to be a school social worker or counselor. I also received a motivational interviewing certificate. In this current role I am a Clinical Therapist Associate, licensed in Washington State holding the credentials of a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work Associate (#SC61357888). My Treatment Modality: I was drawn to practice therapy out of my passion to honor the intrinsic worthiness of people. I create a safe and empathetic space for our shared human vulnerabilities with the encouragement in finding your wholeness. I tailor a treatment plan for each client I work alongside all while working from a trauma-informed and holistic perspective. My therapeutic approaches typically consist of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), The Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy. |
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DULCE MARTINEZ, LSWAIC
Clinical Therapist Associate My Education, Training, and Experience: Over the course of my professional career, I have worked in the helping profession with adolescents and families in the outpatient and school-based settings. I am bilingual in Spanish, and I am passionate about serving Latino/a/x individuals and families. I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work in 2020 from Heritage University and graduated with my master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a generalist based graduate program at Boise State University in August of 2022. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work Associate in the state of Washington (License# SC61384515). My Treatment Modality and Therapeutic Orientation: My goal in therapy is to provide all individuals with the right set of tools that align to their mental health needs. I aim to provide a holistic approach while utilizing the DBT modality but also being open-minded that it is not a “one size fits all.” With that being said, I will work with the client to find what modality or approach is most appropriate for them. I truly enjoy working with families and being able to integrate the family dynamics into their treatment. I am eager and open to work with younger children in play therapy and gain experience with couples as well. Mi educación, formación y experiencia: ¡Bienvenidos a mi introducción! A lo largo de mi carrera profesional, he trabajado en la profesión de ayuda con adolescentes y familias en entornos ambulatorios y escolares. Soy bilingüe en español y me apasiona servir a personas y familias latinas/a/x. Recibí mi título universitario en Trabajo Social en 2020 de la Universidad de Heritage y me gradué con mi maestría en Trabajo Social (MSW) de un programa de posgrado basado en generalistas en la Universidad Estatal de Boise en agosto de 2022. Soy un Asociado de Trabajo Social Clínico Independiente con Licencia en el estado de Washington (Licencia # SC61384515). Mi Modalidad de Tratamiento y Orientación Terapéutica: Mi objetivo en la terapia es proporcionar a todas las personas el conjunto adecuado de herramientas que se alineen con sus necesidades de salud mental. Mi objetivo es proporcionar un enfoque holístico al utilizar la modalidad DBT, pero también tener la mente abierta de que no es una "talla única". Dicho esto, trabajaré con el cliente para encontrar qué modalidad o enfoque es más apropiado para ellos. Realmente disfruto trabajar con familias y poder integrar la dinámica familiar en su tratamiento. Estoy ansiosa y abierta a trabajar con niños más pequeños en terapia de juego y adquirir experiencia con parejas también. |
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OLIVIA ORTEGA, LSWAIC
Clinical Therapist Associate Education Training & Experience:
Growing up I always knew I had a calling towards helping others in any way possible. Not knowing exactly what direction I was headed I graduated with my AA Degree from Columbia Basin College. My then counselor, suggested Social Work and/or therapy as a career due to my love of helping others. Fast forward 4 years later and I graduated with my master degree in social work (MSW) from Walla-Walla University during COVID-19 in September of 2021. Talk about a challenge and an experience! My work experience and practicums have focused with youth and families. I have helped families in Mental Health non-profit, Pasco School District and the Tierra Vida Community in East Pasco. I am also really passionate about helping first generation Latinos due to my own personal experience and the need I see in our community. Treatment Modality & Approach: I believe that all successful therapy approaches begin with great communication between clinician/therapist and client. Which is why, after learning more about my client, we will both agree on what treatment would best benefit them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the modality I have the most experience with, as well as Child-Centered Play Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CFT). During my studies at Walla-Walla University, I also studied Gottman Couples Therapy and group counseling. However, I continue to strive to best serve my clients and community including continuing to grow professionally in other modalities such as; Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Strength Based Therapy. My Message: I was born in Nayarit, Mexico, but was brought to Washington State when I was only 1 year-old by hardworking parents who still to this day work in the apple orchard. I am the oldest of three and the first to graduate with a career. I know the pressures of a first generation Latina, oldest sibling, and being a working mom. It’s okay to ask for help, it’s okay to not be okay and it’s okay to be tired when taking care of everyone else, but today let’s help YOU! Capacitación y Experiencia Educativa: Al crecer, siempre supe que tenía un llamado para ayudar a los demás de cualquier manera posible. Sin saber exactamente en qué dirección me dirigía, me gradué con mi título de AA de Columbia Basin College. Mi entonces consejera, sugirió el trabajo social y / o la terapia como una carrera debido a mi amor por ayudar a los demás. Avance rápido 4 años después y me gradué con mi Maestría en Trabajo Social (MSW) de la Universidad de Walla-Walla durante COVID-19 en Septiembre del 2021. ¡Fue un desafío y una experiencia! Mi experiencia laboral y prácticas se han centrado en los jóvenes y las familias. He ayudado a familias en organizaciones sin fines de lucro de Salud Mental, Distrito Escolar de Pasco y la Comunidad Tierra Vida en East Pasco. También me apasiona ayudar a los latinos de primera generación debido a mi propia experiencia personal y la necesidad que veo en nuestra comunidad. Modalidad y Enfoque de Tratamiento: Creo que todos los enfoques de terapia exitosos comienzan con una gran comunicación entre el médico / terapeuta y el cliente. Es por eso que, después de aprender más sobre mi cliente, ambos acordaremos qué tratamiento los beneficiaría mejor. La terapia cognitiva conductual (TCC) es la modalidad con la que tengo más experiencia, así como la terapia de juego centrada en el niño y la terapia cognitivo-conductual centrada en el trauma (TF-CFT). Durante mis estudios en la Universidad de Walla-Walla, también estudié terapia de pareja Gottman y consejería grupal. Sin embargo, continúo esforzándome por servir mejor a mis clientes y a la comunidad, incluyendo continuar creciendo profesionalmente en otras modalidades como: Terapia cognitiva basada en la atención plena (MBCT), Terapia de entrevista motivacional, Terapia multicultural, Terapia breve centrada en soluciones (SFBT) y Terapia basada en la fuerza. Mi Mensaje: Nací en Nayarit, México, pero fui traída al estado de Washington cuando tenía solo 1 año de edad por padres trabajadores que todavía hasta la fecha trabajan en el huerto de manzanas. Soy la mayor de tres y la primera en graduarme con una carrera. Conozco las presiones de ser latina de primera generación, ser la hermana mayor y ser una madre trabajadora. Está bien pedir ayuda, está bien no estar bien y está bien estar cansado cuando cuidamos a todos los demás, ¡Pero hoy vamos a ayudarte A TI! |