I’m Charlee Mattingly, I received my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Walden University in 2022. I attended undergraduate school at Southern New Hampshire University and graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. For eight years, I have provided support to those with intellectual and developmental disorders. Through this line of work, I’ve gained an understanding of how genetics, pathology, environment, and medication can affect the individual’s cognition and behavior. It also underscores the importance of individualized treatment plans.
My counseling philosophy is based on rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT) which emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. REBT is an integrative theory that draws upon other theoretical approaches. When working with clients, I consider the whole client and their unique worldview, and how it may influence their life. I recognize the impact of systemic oppression and will provide a safe place for clients to unpack their experiences.
While I believe people are capable of change, irrational beliefs and self-destructive behaviors can impede their efforts. It is critical to understand what you bring to and take from an adversity. I believe awareness and a rational understanding is a steppingstone in finding successful solutions. A therapeutic relationship is based on congruence, unconditional positive regard, and an empathic understanding. These characteristics foster a safe environment which will support growth, change, and the opportunity to discover new facets of oneself.
Outside of the counseling room I enjoy exploring Oregon through hiking, and rock-hounding. I often find myself enjoying new movies, music, games, arts and crafts, and spending time with my fur-babies…and scale-babies.
Supervised by: Erik Denton
Hello! I’m Charlee Mattingly, a master’s graduate student at Walden University participating in the clinical mental health counseling program. I attended undergraduate school at Southern New Hampshire University and graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. For seven years, I have provided support to those with intellectual and developmental disorders. Through this line of work, I’ve gained an understanding of how genetics, pathology, environment, and medication can affect the individual’s cognition and behavior. It also underscores the importance of individualized treatment plans. Change requires vulnerability, while this can be intimidating, I’m gratified to collaboratively work with you as you reach your full potential..
My counseling philosophy is an integrated theory with a rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT) base along with existential psychotherapy techniques because just one theory can’t fit everyone’s situation. When working with clients, I consider the whole client and their unique worldview, and how it may influence their life. I recognize the impact of systemic oppression and will provide a safe place for clients to unpack their experiences.
While I believe people are capable of change, irrational beliefs and self-destructive behaviors can impede their efforts. It is critical to understand what you bring to and take from an adversity. I believe awareness and a rational understanding is a steppingstone in finding successful solutions. A therapeutic relationship is based on congruence, unconditional positive regard, and an empathic understanding, which will create a safe environment that will foster growth and change and the opportunity to discover new facets.
Outside of the counseling room I enjoy exploring Oregon through hiking, and rock hounding. I often find myself enjoying new movies, music, games, arts and crafts, and spending time with my fur-babies…and scale-babies.
Supervised by: Erik Denton