Jason Arnold, LICSW
(He/him)
About Me
Easygoing by nature, outdoorsy by choice. I find my bliss in the woods with a heavy pack, or in the workshop with a light wrench. I’m passionate about passing on skills that help others, knowing full well it keeps me growing, too. Essentially, I’m just a guy keeping old bikes—and my own skills—rolling smoothly.
Education & Experience
I have dedicated 20 years to the mental health field, with experience in prisoner re-entry programs, specially jail diversion initiatives, services for individuals and groups on the psychosis spectrum, housing initiatives, service as a board member for the VHA, and private practice. I earned my MSW in 2019 and have since completed EMDR training. I practice individual, as well as group EMDR therapy with clients from diverse backgrounds, and I am continually moved by its effectiveness.
When I work with you, I see you as my partner in your recovery. My primary goal is to support your well-being, meeting you where you are in the process. I focus on treating the individual, not the diagnosis.
I consider it a privilege when individuals choose me as their therapist. Trusting someone with your personal journey is meaningful, and I am committed to honoring that trust throughout our work together.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
I currently volunteer at our local Free Clinics as mental health therapist and EMDR practitioner.
Specialty Area
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Gender Identity
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Schizophrenia
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Community Mental Health Center
- Expats
- First Responders
- Group
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- UnitedHealth
Carelon Behavioral Health, Anthem EAP, Regence BlueShield of Washington, Ambetter Washington, Quest Behavioral Health
