WOMXNS CENTER 2016-2017:

ADVOCACY REFERENCE BOOK

LGBTQA (Queer friendly) Counseling Services

Jenny Arm, PsyD

Trans-affirming, sensorimotor therapy
http://jenniferarm.com/
119 N Commercial St., Suite 1410, Bellingham, Washington 98225, (360) 979-1362
Citron, Anji, M.S.W.
LGBTQ, grief/loss, parenting, womens issues, transitions
203 W. Holly St., #326, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 676-2443
Clawson, Leslie, MSW
EDs, dep/anxiety, self-harm, womens issues
1116 Key St. #211
Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 733-1881
Davies, Lauren, LMHC
Depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety disorder,
trichotillomania, co-dependency, sexual abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence,
and adult children of alcoholics
http://www.lauren-davies.com/
203 West Holly Street, #329 Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 647-7905
Deger, Maureen, Ph.D.
Dep/anxiety, EDs, relationships, PTSD, womens issues, OCD
http://www.pacificharbor.org/Deger.html
Pacific Harbor Psychology and Psychiatry
12 Bellwether Way, #223
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 255-2505 X104
Barbara Durdle, LMHC
Codependency, DV, dep/anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, specializes in work with
queer communities
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Barbara_Durdle_MEd,LPC,LMHC_B
ellingham_Washington_48515
Kulshan Counseling12
Bellwether Way Suite 211Bellingham, Washington 98225(214) 901-7737

Hansey, Karen, LMHC

PTSD, LGBTQ, family work
http://www.kulshancounseling.com/our-counselors/karen-hansey-ma-lmhc/
12 Bellwether Way, Suite 211Bellingham, WA 98225
360 393-7552 Karen@kulshancounseling.com
Hare, Amanda, LMHC
Holistic approach, use of yoga/spirituality, free 30 min consult, no insurance
accepted
http://www.amandaharetherapy.com/
1101 Harris Ave. Suite #26

(360) 224-3601

Haskell, Kate, M.A.

Deep/ anxiety, divorce, womens issues, grief
http://www.pacificharbor.org/Haskell.html
Pacific Harbor Psychology & Psychiatry
12 Bellwether Way, #223, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 255-2505 X107
Hougland, Penny
Depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulty and the effects of major
life transitions
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Penny_L_Hougland_QCSW,LICSW_
Bellingham_Washington_161048
LCSW909 Harris Avenue Suite 201D Bellingham, Washington 98225 (360)758-4234
Jacobs, Diana, Ph.D.
Deep/anxiety, CBT and solution-focused, grief/loss,
www.baysidetherapy.com
Bayside Therapy Associates
960 Harris Ave. #205, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 734-7310 x3130
Johnson, Jupe, M.A.
Intimacy issues, sexuality issues, addiction, gay couples
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Jupe_Johnson_MA,LMHC_Bellingha
m_Washington_76562
Associates in Mental Health

119 N. Commercial St. #415, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 303-6294

https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Jupe_Johnson_MA,LMHC_Bellingha
m_Washington_76562
Knezo, Alexandra, M.S.W.
ADHD, EDs, addiction, childhood sexual abuse
www.nwbehavioral.org
Northwest Behavioral
3031 Orleans St., #101. Bellingham, WA 98226, (360) 392-2838
Mansolillo, Marcey, M.S.W.Middle
DBT, CBT, trauma-informed
www.bellinghamtherapy.com
Path Counseling1000 McKenzie Ave, #24Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 319-6723
McKenney, Amy, M.S.
Queer issues, EDs, self-harm, CBT, mindfulness, relaxation, family systems, sliding
scale
1012 Dupont St.
Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 961-3880
Neely, Susan
My approach draws from relational interpersonal methods (psychodynamic and
attachment theories), mind-body connections (somatic experience), and spirituality
(beliefs and worldviews.) Our work together will assist you in cultivating
vulnerability, courage, compassion, and connection to help you move toward wholehearted living.
http://www.baysidetherapy.com/therapist/susan-neelley/
960 Harris Ave Suite 206, Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 734-7310 ext. 4020

O'Connell, Sharon, MA
Trauma recovery, addiction, dep/anxiety, relationship issues
http://www.sharonoconnell.com/
112 Ohio Street, Suite 109, Bellingham, WA 98225-4544, (360) 734-6939
http://www.sharonoconnell.com/

Papritz, Eric, LMHC

Dep/anxiety, divorce, LGBTQ, gender issues, grief/loss, veterans
http://www.baysidetherapy.com/therapist/erik-papritz/
1210 10th St. Suite 203, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 734-7310 ext. 4142
Quigg, Nancy, LMHC
Post Traumatic and Acute Stress Disorders Developmental Concerns Relational &
Communication Conflicts
http://www.amhinfo.com/Nancy_Quigg.html
2215 Elm St., Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 671-9914
Rathkamp, Deena, Ph.D.
Areas of expertise include: the aftermath of trauma, non-consensual sex and
sexual assault, eating disorders, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, difficult
childhood experiences, relationship problems, life transitions, self-harm, college
student stress (e.g., academic, first generation, loneliness, break-ups
http://drdeena.weebly.com/
South Bay Suites
1140 10th St., Suite 216, Bellingham, WA 9822 (360) 464-1194
drdeena@outlook.com
Reimann, Julie, MA
Emotion-focused, specific work with college students
http://www.nwbehavioral.org/clinician-profiles.html
3031 Orleans St, Bellingham, WA 98226 360.392.2838
Romain, Maureen, M.A.
Gender & queer issues, anxiety, EDs
924 14th St., Ste. A, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 734-3314
Smith, Tracie Lynn LMHC
Areas of focus include self-expression, frustration tolerance, coping skill
development, self-esteem, problem solving, interpersonal communication and
anger management.
http://www.traciesmith.com/index.html
115 W. Magnolia St #204, Bellingham, WA 98225, 360-362-7974
Snyder, Elizabeth, M.S.

Self-harm, personality disorders, anxiety, intense DBT, strength-based

http://www.elizabethasnyder.com/
214 N. Commercial St., #100
Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 734-5552
Stenz, Cynthia, M.A.
Grief/loss, queer/questioning, art therapy
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/
%20Cynthia_Stentz_Bellingham_Washington_184677
203 W. Holly St., #320, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 738-1597
Welch, Nancy, M.S.
Sliding fee, attachment/parent issues, mindfulness, chronic pain
https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Nancy_A_Welch_MS,LMHC_Belling
ham_Washington_161983
1300 W. Holly St., #203, Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 734-3247
Wheeler, Lynnette, LMHC
PTSD, eating disorders, anxiety, addiction
http://www.amhinfo.com/Lynnette_Wheeler.html
1720 Iowa Street, Bellingham, WA 98229, (360) 738-1461
York, Karen, M.Ed.
Depression, relationships, PTSD, CBT, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Family Systems
approach
2215 Elm St., Bellingham, WA 98225, (360) 734-9600

Mental Health Services

Associated Students Resource and Outreach programs, Viking Union
Counseling Services, Western Washington University,
http://www.wwu.edu/counseling/
Brigid Collins - Family support center providing support groups, monthly activity
events, pregnancy support for moms in recovery and assists families in finding
additional supports in the community
Catholic Community Services - CCS Family Centers offer support srevices to
families in crisis, as well as services for children who are struggling with family
breakup or mental health issues.

Interfaith Community Health Center - ICHC is a state-licensed mental health

facility and have a contract to provide mental health services with the Regional
Support Network (RSN)
NAMI - The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Whatcom County offer workshops,
support groups, educational meetings, and resource materials
WAHA Behavioral Health Access Program - Connects people to affordable
mental health counseling services in Whatcom County
Northwest Regional Council - Senior Information & Assistance Programs, Family
Caregiver Support Programs, Aging & Disability and Caregiver Resources, Care
Transitions Program, Case Management, Tribal Outreach & Assistance, Medicaid
Transportation, Kinship Care Services
Sea Mar Community Health Center - Chemical Dependency Services (Adults)
and Mental Health Services
Whatcom Counseling & Psychiatric Clinic - Mental health services for adults,
elders, children and family, psychotherapeutic and psycho-educational group
sessions
Rainbow Recovery Center - A program of Whatcom Counseling & Psychiatric
Clinic - shower passes, laundry vouchers, hygiene supplies, mail, computer access,
socialization, peer advocacy, job readiness assistance
Reference:
https://bellinghamschools.org/department-owner/family-support-center/communityresources
Anxiety/depression

Community Resource programs

East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC)
EWRRC is now open daily and provides general information and resources for the
Maple Falls community. This facility is located at 8251 Kendall Road in Maple Falls
and available to rent for meetings and events. For information about renting the
space, call (360) 599-3944 or visit their web page, www.oppco.org/ewrrc
Kinship Care
Offers support services for grandparents or other non-parental caregivers of
children in their custody.
Local and regional community resource Centers:
1111 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham
12 4 p.m. for walk-in appointments M-F

(360) 734-5121 ext. 370

1791 N.E. 1st Ave., Oak Harbor
9 a.m. 4 p.m. or walk-in appointments M-F
(360) 679-6577 or 1-800-317-542
8251 Kendall Rd. Maple Fall
8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. or walk-in appointments M-F
(360) 599-394
In San Juan County, we contract with local Resource Centers to provide
services:
Orcas Community Resource Center, 1292 North Beach Rd., Eastsound
(360) 376-3184
San Juan Island Family Resource Center
476 Market St., Friday Harbor
(360) 378-5246
Lopez Island Family Resource Center
160 Village Rd., Lopez
(360) 468-4117

Reference:
Opportunity Council, http://www.oppco.org/
Love Inc.
Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm; 671-6201. Offer various services through
coordinated volunteer efforts of community churches, including budget counseling
Northwest Regional Council
600 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, 360-676-6749. Information and assistance for
seniors and adults with disabilities who need long term care; Kinshipcare Program
Opportunity Council
Monday - Friday, 12:00 to 4:00 pm, 1111 Cornwall Avenue, Suite C, Bellingham,
360-734-5121. Food, shelter, housing, childcare, community voicemail,
landlord/tenant information
Salvation Army

M/T/TH/F 9:30-11:30 am, 1:30-4:00 pm; 2919 Northwest Avenue, Bellingham, 360733-1410. Food, clothing, household items, holiday programs
Hope House
M,T,TH 9:00-11:30 am, Friday 1:00-5:30 pm; 207 Kentucky Street, Bellingham; 360671-8702. Food, clothing, bus passes, gas vouchers, ID assistance, prescription
assistance, utilities, shower passes. All assistance is dependent on funds
availability
DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services)
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; 4101 Meridian Street, Bellingham; 877-5012233. Services include help with food, cash assistance, medical help, child care,
child support. For a complete list of available services, visit the DSHS website
Reference:
Bellingham Promise, https://bellinghamschools.org/department-owner/familysupport-center/community-resources

Housing and Shelter programs

Dorothy Place
A secure 21-unit facility in Bellingham that provides support services and
transitional housing for single women and women with children who are survivors of
domestic violence. Support services include case management, vocational classes,
goal setting as well as activities to help children develop skills and learn to respect
themselves and others. (360) 734-5121 ext. 370 (Whatcom County)
Homeless Housing
Provides support services and housing for families and individuals. Our housing
facilities in Whatcom and Island Counties include short-term emergency housing,
transitional housing, and permanent housing. Whatcom County (360) 734-5121
ext. 370 Island County- (360) 679-6577 or 1-800-317-5427 In San Juan County we
provide homeless prevention, re-housing and support services working through the
resource centers on San Juan, Orcas, and Lopez Islands. Call for more
information. San Juan Family Resource Center (360) 378-5246 Orcas Community
Resource Center (360) 376-3184 Lopez Island Family Resource Center (360) 4684117
Marjies House
A housing facility in Oak Harbor that provides both short-term and transitional
housing for women and children. (360) 679-6577 or 1-800-317-5427 (Island County)
Supportive Services for Veteran Familes (SSVF)
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program provides housing and
support services to those who have served in active military, naval or air service

and their families. The program aims to serve those that are at risk of
homelessness or who are homeless. (360) 734-5121 ext.370 (Whatcom County)
(360) 679-6577 (Island County)
Whatcom Homeless Service Center
This program provides eviction prevention, rental assistance and other services to
prevent and end homelessness using housing-first strategies. The Whatcom
Homeless Service Center is housed at the Opportunity Council and supported with
funds made available through the Department of Commerce; State of Washington;
Whatcom County; City of Bellingham and other public and private sources.
www.whatcomhsc.org Phone (360) 255-2091
Services (ASL)
A current list of Opportunity Council programs and services is available in American
Sign Language
Energy Assistance Program
Helps pay home energy costs for eligible households.
For current energy appointment scheduling information, call the phone number in
your community, or visit this page, Energy Assistance Information.
For an energy assistance appointment, call:
(360) 255-2192 (Whatcom County),
(360) 679-6577 or 1-800-317-5427 (Island County),
1-888-586-7293 (San Juan County)
or
(360) 376-3184 for Orcas Community Resource Center
(360) 378-5246 for San Juan Island Family Resource Center
(360) 468-4117 for Lopez Island Family Resource Center

Food resources
Fresh Bucks Whatcom Food Access Incentive Project
Fresh Bucks offers SNAP (food stamps) matching incentives to purchase fresh fruits
and vegetables. Participating vendors include the Bellingham Farmers Market and
both Community Food Co-op locations. This project is supported by a grant from
the USDAs National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
(360) 734-5121 ext. 246 (Whatcom County)
Basic Food Outreach

Provides information and direct application support that can help families and
individuals obtain food stamps. (360) 734-5121 ext. 224 (Whatcom County) (360)
679-6577 or 1-800-317-5427 (Island County)
Child Care Nutrition Program
Reimburses licensed/participating family child care providers for the nutritious
meals they serve to the children in their care. (360) 734-8396 ext. 426
Fresh Bucks Whatcom Food Access Incentive Project
Fresh Bucks offers SNAP (food stamps) matching incentives to purchase fresh fruits
and vegetables. Participating vendors include the Bellingham Farmers Market and
both Community Food Co-op locations. This project is supported by a grant from
the USDAs National Institute of Food and Agriculture. (360) 734-5121 ext. 246
(Whatcom County)
Maple Alley Inn
Prepares and serves hot, home cooked meals on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:30
a.m. 1:30 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church (2750 McLeod Rd., Bellingham) and on
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at St. Pauls Episcopal Old Parish Hall (2117
Walnut Street, Bellingham). (360) 734-5121 (Whatcom County) Click one of the
following links for more information about food and meal resources in Whatcom
County. Food and Meal Resource Guide & Recursos de la comida
Services (ASL)
A current list of Opportunity Council programs and services is available in American
Sign Language
Q&A - Bellingham Food Bank - Answers to common questions when accessing
the Bellingham Food Bank for the first time
Q&A - WA State Basic Food Program - Answers to common questions on how to
access the Washington Basic Food Program
WIC The Nutrition Program for Women Infants & Children
Reference:
Opportunity Council, http://www.oppco.org/

Transportation resources
Needs-Based Ferry Passes: Discounted ferry tickets for current Lummi Island
residents. Current discounted fares: $92 for 25 roundtrips for passenger/ pedestrian
and $66 for 10 round trips for vehicle and driver.
There are two ways to qualify for the needs-based ferry tickets: Property
tax exemption reduced fare passes (through the Whatcom County Assessors Office)
and income based reduced fare passes. All applications for needs-based passes

based on income are obtained and processed by Opportunity Council. Call (360)
734-5121 ext. 218 to schedule an appointment.
A limited number of bus tickets are distributed on a monthly basis at our
Community Resource Center and East Whatcom Regional Resource Center.

Job skills and Money Management

Career Services Center, Western Washington University, Old Main 208,
360.650.3240

Employment Case Management

Provides one on one employment support to housing program participants and
group classes to Work First and housing program participants. Classes include
resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, workplace communication, cultural
awareness, and computer lab job search. (360) 734-5121 (Whatcom County)
Financial Literacy and Renter Education (F.L.A.R.E.)
A community class designed to provide knowledge on how to save, spend and
budget money along with basic skills on how to be a competent renter. (360) 7345121 (Whatcom County) (360) 679-6577 ext. 135 (Island County)
Whatcom Asset Building Coalition
Opportunity Council is the lead agency for a community collaboration that supports
financial self-sufficiency through education and advocacy. For more information,
visit whatcomabc.org
Work First Employment Programs
Provides skill development and training as an avenue to permanent jobs for TANF
(Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) recipients. (360) 714-4149 (Whatcom
County)
Services (ASL)
A current list of Opportunity Council programs and services is available in American
Sign Language

Child Care Resources

Child Care Aware of NW Washington
Provides families in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom Counties
with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care
providers by offering education, resources and onsite consultation. (360) 734-8396
ext. 227 or 1-888-444-1862 ext. 227 For more information, visit the Child Care
Aware of NW Washington website.
http://www.oppco.org/cca/

Child Care Nutrition Program

Reimburses licensed/participating family child care providers for the nutritious
meals they serve to the children in their care.
(360) 734-8396 ext. 426
Homeless and Emergency Child Care
Offers families living in homeless or emergency situations short-term payment of
care in a licensed, safe, and high quality child care center or family home. (360)
734-8396 ext. 227 (Whatcom County)
Single Entry Access to Services (SEAS)
Housed at the Opportunity Council, this program of Whatcom Taking Action provides
a centralized intake system for families and medical professionals looking for
services for children and youth in Whatcom County with known or suspected special
needs.
Early Support for Infants and Toddlers
Serves families with children from birth to three years old who have developmental
delays or disabilities in order to maximize each childs development.
ESIT Referral Line: (360) 715-7485
For more information please visit the State website at
http://www.del.wa.gov/development/esit/.
Early Head Start
Serves pregnant women, children ages birth to three and their families. Services
include prenatal education, health and nutrition services, family development
support, and home visits focusing on child development and quality early education.
This program is for income eligible families.
(360) 734-8396 (Whatcom County)
Basic Food Outreach
Provides information and direct application support that can help families and
individuals obtain food stamps.
(360) 734-5121 ext. 224 (Whatcom County)
(360) 679-6577 or 1-800-317-5427 (Island County)
School Backpack Bank
Community donations provide backpacks for children who are homeless or in very
low-income families. (360) 734-5121 ext. 224 (Whatcom County) (360) 679-6577 or
1-800-317-5427 (Island County)
Services (ASL)

A current list of Opportunity Council programs and services is available in American

Sign Language
Brigid Collins
http://www.brigidcollins.org/
Reference:
http://www.oppco.org