Practitioners Directory
Therapist Listings – Alphabetical

Elizabeth Amaro, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
I practice from a person-centered, trauma informed framework. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are, and creating goals that support their current needs and hopes for the future.
When working with couples, I take time to understand their perspectives, and I aim to identify areas of strength as well areas where the couple could integrate new habits and tools. I utilize research-based approaches such as Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) during the sessions, in hopes of creating opportunities to increase connection and manage challenging interactions. While working with families and individuals, I integrate traditional psychotherapy methods with experiential tools found in art therapy and mindfulness-based therapy. I believe in the mind body connection and have seen how powerful art can be in externalizing and processing difficult trauma narratives. I also utilize a therapy technique called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with survivors of trauma; EMDR is a method of psychotherapy that is proven to be highly effective in significantly decreasing emotional distress after a traumatic event and can be effective in the treatment of complex trauma, phobias, anxiety, and PTSD.
When working with clients, I focus on identifying and implementing culturally relevant, systems-focused interactions by utilizing my extensive training in art and trauma therapy. I incorporate my formal art training and experience as well as evidence-based therapeutic practices to meet the needs of diverse populations. I have also worked extensively with individuals, couples, families impacted by childhood abuse and sexual assault. Throughout these collective experiences, I have witnessed the power of art and mindfulness as effective tools for safe healing from trauma, victimization and other life issues. I am also bilingual and speak both English and Spanish fluently. My areas of expertise include trauma/post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress reduction, marital conflict, postpartum anxiety and depression, and managing life’s challenges. I also have extensive training and experience in virtual therapy.
Education and Certifications:
- Antioch University, Seattle:MA Psychology, 2013 specializing in Art therapy and Couples and Family therapy
- EMDR trained -2016
- Gottman level 1 and 2 trained- 2018

Frank Bashumika MPH, ARNP, PMHNP-BC
Registered Nurse Practitioner
Frank developed a special interest in mental health several years ago following a tragic loss of his uncle from complications related to mental health. Frank makes yearly trips to his native country in Africa where he educates the public about mental and substance use disorders.
Frank received his Master of Science in Nursing (MSN-PMHNP) from Walden University, Master of Public Health (MPH) from Tulane University School of Public Health, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Texas Tech University. He has received several professional Awards, including Spirit of Excellence Award (2014) from Texas Health Resource, and Employee of the Year (2009) from Douglas County Community Mental Health.

Dr. Chris Cotner, N.D.
Naturopathic Psychiatrist
Dr. Cotner uses the principles of Naturopathic Medicine to empower people towards optimal wellness. He integrates medical wisdom from conventional, alternative, and complementary methods of treating mental health disorders in order to offer you the best care. His practice of Naturopathic Psychiatry is a comprehensive, integrative practice approach he finds rewarding by helping people achieve mental, emotional, and physical wellness. Dr. Cotner works with adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Dr. Cotner enjoys weightlifting, hiking, birding and simply being outdoors. He is a huge Seahawks fan! He likes to grill and cook with nutritious foods. He and his wife Angie have a cat. He is a Christian and member of a local church community.
Completing his Bachelor degree in Human Physiology and Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, he completed his post-doctoral training in the Seattle area at an integrative clinic working primarily with mental health issues. He has been involved in the exercise & wellness arena for over 30 years having also completed the Institute of Functional Medicine training, and keeps current with his medical education through yearly continuing medical education credits.
Education and Certifications:
- Doctorate Degree in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University, 2003
- Certified, Institute of Functional Medicine training
- Certified, The American Physician Institute Adult Master Psychopharmacology
- Bachelor of Science in Physiology from Michigan State University, 1994
Memberships:
- Member, Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- Member, PsychANP

Keri Damsgaard, MSN, PMHNP-BC, RDMS
Registered Nurse Practitioner
Keri is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who began her nursing career 11 years ago. Her first years consisted of caring for stroke, cardiac, and various other patients in an inpatient hospital setting before becoming a nurse care coordinator in an outpatient clinic. Here she helped to educate patients about their medical conditions, assisted in finding them community resources, and acted as a liaison between patients and their insurance companies.
Keri feels that each patient is on their own journey in life, and that she is here to assist them in becoming the best version of their chosen selves. Whether it be through holistic lifestyle changes, evidence-based medication management, or a combination of the two, Keri assists patients in determining their goals for treatment and helps guide them on their path to the life they want to lead.
When not in the office, you will find Keri and her partner in their barn, working with their horses, and doing outdoor projects around their farm.
Education and Certifications:
- Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, from Gonzaga University
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification- Johns Hopkins School of Medical Imaging
Memberships:
- Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Chanin Hanson, MSN, FNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner
Chanin is a psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner board certified to treat children and adults. Her background includes caring for families as a family nurse practitioner as well as using integrative modalities along with traditional therapies as a psychiatric mental health NP.
Her practice philosophy is focused on the primary goal of providing a holistic health focus that is geared toward pursuing the highest level of functioning and balance of the physical, environmental, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of her patients’ lives in order to support their overall sense of well-being. Promoting health, raising awareness in order to prevent illness. Chanin’s focus will always be on the unique needs and nature of each person.
Areas of experience and interest include supporting patients with mental health issues surrounding Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorder, Substance Abuse, ADHD in children and adults, OCD, Mood Disorders, Autism and Dementia related disorders. She has special interest in treating antepartum and postpartum mood disorders and working with patients in need of LGBQT and gender supportive issues.
Chanin lives in Northern California and is a nursing instructor with a specialty in supporting students in their mother-baby and pediatric clinical rotations at the hospital. Her professional education includes a BSN from California State University, Chico (2000); an MSN/FNP from Sonoma State University (2011) and a post-master’s certification for PMHNP from Maryville University (2020). She enjoys building therapeutic relationships with her patients and being a part of their journey toward wellness.

Tim Jenkins, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Education:
- MA in Family Therapy, Antioch University
- MA in English, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Memberships and Leadership Positions:
- Adjunct Professor, Antioch University, 2007 to present
- Member, Washington State Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
- Member, American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

Dan Kim, MA, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Dan is a family systems therapist that works with individuals, couples, and families. He joined The Evergreen Clinic in January of 2015 and provides counseling for diverse issues including anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, anger management, school performance, and cultural identity. Dan uses a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Contextual Therapy, and Mindfulness. In addition, his background as an educator can help students and families navigate concerns with the classroom and peers. For enjoyment, Dan likes to travel with his family and cheer on his favorite sports teams. He is an avid reader and musician and enjoys spending time exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Charlene Takeuchi, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Clinical Family Systems Therapist
Modalities most often used but not limited to include CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance & commitment therapy), MI (motivational interviewing), EFT (emotion-focused therapy), REBT (rational emotive behavioral therapy), SFT/SFFT (solution family-focused therapy), Contextual focused, incorporating trauma-informed & attachment-based processes. Others include facets of birth order, Bowen Theory, and more pragmatic approaches like Gestalt and paradoxical interventions.
Some areas of experience and interest include but are not limited to dual-diagnosis (mental health, substance use disorder), depression/anxiety, acculturation issues (adapting), perinatal & postpartum mental health concerns, children’s behaviors, sensory integration, medical conditions affecting the quality of life, exploration of family of origin generational transmissions, birth order correlates, and vocational changes.
Education: Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Studies from Bastyr University via LIOS (Leadership Institute of Seattle) included organizational development & systems counseling. Since 2008, she has maintained a private practice, taught at the university Master/Doctoral level, Directed an IRB-research program (PCAP) w/the University of Washington, provided counseling, training, and administrative consulting in Prek-8th grade schools, and supervised master-level Associates seeking full licensure.
Professional memberships include ACA and AMHCA.