Mental Health Practice – Associates in Mental Health
Associates in Mental Health has operated in Bellingham, Washington since 1993, placing it among the longer-established independent mental health practice groups in the state. The office is at 1155 N State Street, Suite 404, Bellingham, WA 98225, and the practice can be contacted by phone at (360) 715-2488. Telehealth services are also available for remote access.
The practice comprises licensed clinical psychologists and licensed master’s-level therapists, including Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LICSW). Named doctoral-level clinicians include Luke Goodwin (PhD, LCP), Richard Spitzer (PhD, LCP), and Rakefet Yaakoba (PsyD, LCP). Master’s-level clinicians listed on the site include Barbara Overson (MS, LMHC, CMHS, BCB), who serves as Chief Executive Officer; Kristen Lawrence (MA, LMHC); Keith Poynter (MA, LMHC); and additional providers holding MSW, LICSW, or MA credentials.
Services offered include psychotherapy, counseling, psychological evaluation, mental health assessment, chemical dependency assessment and treatment, and ADHD assessment. Washington State approved licensure supervision and clinical supervision are offered as well. The practice serves adolescents, adults, children, couples, families, and young adults through individual, couples, and family therapy formats.
The practice accepts most major insurance plans and recommends that prospective clients verify coverage specifics with their insurance provider before scheduling. New clients complete intake forms through a secure online client portal. Associates in Mental Health maintains affiliations with community psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and primary care providers to support coordinated mental health and medical treatment for clients with complex needs. The availability of Washington State approved licensure supervision and clinical supervision signals the practice also serves licensed clinicians pursuing continuing education or pre-licensure hours. The Bellingham location, on North State Street Suite 404, is central to the city and accessible to clients from Whatcom County and surrounding communities. The practice’s establishment in 1993 is stated on the site.