Courtney Poulos, MSW
Hi, I’m Courtney! I am a registered Clinical Social Work Associate living in Southern Oregon. I believe that all behaviors, emotions, thoughts, even the disliked and despised ones, exist for a reason. Usually, they developed as a way to protect each individual from further harm or perceived danger. I work with clients to establish safety, learn new skills, and heal these parts after understanding them.
The Professional StuffI completed my Master’s Degree in Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis, one of the top Social Work Universities in the US. This degree has increased my passion for advocating for and empowering individuals who are marginalized by the oppressive systems in the United States. My educational and professional experiences focus on utilizing a person-centered & trauma-informed approach while working with individuals belonging to the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. The concentration of my studies was in Violence & Injury Prevention. This means my work and studies centered on how to prevent and approach sensitive topics including suicidality, substance use disorder, non-suicidal self-injury, abuse, divorce, and domestic violence within the context of the family system.
The Personal Stuff
My partner and I love to explore the outdoors. Our favorite activities include napping in our hammocks, swimming in lakes & rivers, four-wheeling at our extended family’s cabin, enjoying Oregon’s stunning waterfalls, and trying to visit every National Park in the US. We have a 2-year-old pup mini-bernedoodle named Mayzie, and she is our pride and joy. We celebrate every milestone she has and dote on her silly personality. She is a fur-ball of energy and snuggles. We also love to end each day with an episode of comedy TV and a snuggle. Overall, we spend each day enjoying life together and doing our best to support those around us.