Meet the Counselors
Abdelrahman Osman, MS. Ed., NCC, Professional Counselor Associate
(He/Him)
- Sylvania Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
- Sessions offered in English or Arabic
As a PCC Counselor, my role is to empower students through a collaborative and culturally-sensitive counseling relationship. I aim to create a safe and inclusive space in which students can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work towards meaningful personal growth. Together, we identify your strengths and social support network, address challenges, and develop strategies to help you resolve immediate concerns and reach your fullest potential.
I believe that everyone of us is the most expert on themselves and their conditions, and in a safe and collaborative space, this expertise will be the building block to make the desired change and achieve personal development goals. My counseling style is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep understanding of the impact of social and cultural, as well as systematic factors on mental health.
When I am not at PCC, I enjoy exploring the outdoors and being near water, listening to science fiction podcast and all sorts of music, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Anxiety; career counseling and transition, social and relationship concerns, test anxiety, working with students with disabilities, international students, and refugees,? Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Angelina Davis, MS, LPC,? National Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
(She/her)
- Southeast Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to provide a safe space for students to contemplate and/or make changes in their lives. I believe with the right tools and support, we can all grow and move through difficult times and come out stronger and more skilled. I use a client-centered approach in helping students through the application of cognitive, behavioral and systematic counseling strategies using a trauma-informed lens.
I hold a strong belief in the dignity and worth of all people, which translates into a client-centered approach. Values of this approach that I hold include: individuality, independence, privacy, partnership, choice, dignity, respect, rights, equality and diversity.
When I am not at PCC, I enjoy spending time with my family (usually at a baseball field), hiking, skiing, running, reading and eating good food.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: ?ADHD, ecopsychology, chronic pain/long-term illness, career counseling, students who experience a disability, International/ESOL students, parenting, transition and adjustment, identity development/journey, anxiety and depression, intergenerational trauma, and clinical supervision.
Anne O’Reilly, MA, LPC
(She/Her)
- District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to support each student in exploring their lived experiences, aspects of identity, inner and outer resources, and the systems impacting them in order to recognize and learn new ways to move forward in pursuing their personal, academic, and/or career goals.
I believe that people are experts on their own lived experiences and that counseling can offer an opportunity to process emotions/experiences, gain new insights/perspectives, find meaning and strength, and feel heard and seen within the counseling relationship in a way that supports them in doing the next best thing for themselves.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy hanging out with family and friends, going on nature walks with my dogs, cooking, reading, and kayaking.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: trauma recovery, grief, the impact of economic, racial, sexual, and gender oppression, queer, trans, and gender-expansive students, non-traditional and first-generation students, and those navigating anxiety, depression, interpersonal violence, attention concerns, or academic struggles. I use a strength-based, trauma-informed approach with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and collaborative/relational problem-solving.
Carly Clark, MS, LPC, LMHC
- Southeast Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to support all students in achieving personal, academic and professional success. I believe that the difficulties we experience make sense in the context of our lives.
I believe that each individual holds the innate wisdom essential for healing and for creating a meaningful life. I believe that counseling can be a safe space to explore what is creating difficulty in your life as well as exploring paths to healing and meaning.
When I’m not at PCC I enjoy spending time with my family, cultivating meaningful friendships, finding new ways to make art and organizing closets and clutter!
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: supporting first generation students, students experiencing general, social and/or test anxiety, helping students cultivate mindfulness practice and self-compassion, helping students to create and sustain healthy relationships and communication strategies as well as organization and behavioral strategies for academic and professional success.
Craig Wickenberg, MA, LPC
(He/Him)
- Rock Creek Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor my goal is to help students manage the challenges that can arise from the academic, emotional, and relational stressors of being a college student that get in the way of feeling good and doing well in school.
I believe that counseling can provide opportunities for students to share personal experiences, engage in self-reflection, and develop trusting connections.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy swimming, chess, the occasional short-course triathlon, being the best dad I can be, and camping with my family.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Confidence and self-esteem, address suppressed mood and manage anxiety, assertiveness and effective communication, nature-based therapies, navigating relationships, applying the Enneagram to enhance personal growth and self-awareness.
Emily Somervell, MSW, LCSW
(She/Her)
- Cascade Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
- Faculty Department Chair
As a PCC Counselor, my goal ??is to help individuals achieve personal growth and wellness through the use of a collaborative counseling relationship. Together we identify your values, explore thinking patterns, highlight your strengths, and examine barriers that may prevent you from reaching your goals.
I believe that trust and safety are important factors in the therapeutic process. My goal is to work together to identify what is important to you and to create change in order to build the life you want to live. I value an intersectional framework in counseling sessions. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Solution Focused Therapy.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy being in water (oceans, lakes, rivers, pools, you name it I’m there), spending time with my family, and enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Pacific NW.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Depression and anxiety, grief counseling, nonviolent communication, navigating the impacts of trauma, affirming LGBTQIA2S+ experiences, exploring race and social justice, identity development and life stage transitions, and chronic illness. Specialties include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and clinical supervision.
Hannah Martin, M.S. LPC, LMHC (WA), LPCC (CA)
(She/Her)
- Cascade Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor,? my goal is to create a space together that makes you feel supported, heard and seen as we work towards resolving specific concerns, building skills or unlearning patterns.
I believe that counseling involves collaboration between the client and counselor, along with a willingness to explore different ways of feeling, thinking, and behaving. I recognize that historical and current systems in our society impact overall mental health, and welcome you to discuss that.
When I am not a PCC, I enjoy humor, strength training and my border collie.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: multicultural community based counseling using a social justice lens, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,? anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and the impact of identity-based bias and religious trauma.
Jackie Elliott, MS, LPC
(she/her)
- Sylvania Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC counselor, my goal is to provide students with a safe and supportive place where they can successfully meet their personal, career, and educational goals.
I believe that students can be successful in college, and in life, by understanding and changing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I enjoy establishing a meaningful relationship with each student, helping to support them in working on their issues.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy designing floral arrangements, gardening, reading fiction, watching movies, walking my dog, Norman, and spending time with my partner, family, and friends.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Career counseling, study skills and other academic support, CBT, grief & loss, boundary setting, relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, working with 1st generation students, international students, and ESOL students
Ruth Anthony, LCSW, CADC I
(She/Her)
- Rock Creek Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to work collaboratively with students to support their journey through life challenges and within education. In practice, I strive to make a positive difference in students’ lives by navigating systematic barriers alongside them as well as provide therapeutic interventions in collaborations with their personal growth goals. I take a strength-based and person-centered approaches while utilizing evidenced based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),? and Attachment therapy.
I believe in anti-oppressive and affirmative practice in order to embrace differences in counseling service, when building coping toolkits, and to promote a more holistic approach to mental well-being.
When I am not at PCC, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and my dog. I enjoy experimenting with new recipes, reading, crafts, thrifting, and spending time outdoors. You can often find me camping in the National Forests or hanging out on the Oregon coast.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Affirming practices and anti-oppressive lens; racial discrimination and trauma; ADHD; substance use; grief and loss; positive psychology; goal setting; emotion regulation; healthy communication and boundary setting.
Sofia Khan, LCSW
(she/her)
- Cascade Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to work together create a supportive environment to strengthen a sense of self and to gain useful skills to move through your present challenges. I apply an inclusive and social justice lens to my counseling approach.
I utilize Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and relational problem-solving while incorporating warmth, honest feedback, and respect in navigating your goals.
When I’m not at PCC you can find me on a hiking trail or trying out a new food cart!
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: anxiety, racial trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, neurodivergence, academic distress, identity based concerns for folks experiencing marginalization, international and ESOL students.
Sean Wallage, MSW, CSWA
- Sylvania Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC Counselor, my goal is to create a supportive space that allows students to be their own experts, where we can collaborate and explore avenues of meaningful change.
I believe that trust and empathy, combined with honest dialogue, should be the foundation of meaningful relationships. Counseling is no different, and it is with these concepts in mind that I approach the counseling process.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy training my body and mind, preferably outside. This most often includes rock climbing, running, cycling, swimming, and snow/mountain sports. I love to read and learn new things and also enjoy listening to and playing music.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution-focused therapy (SFT), Existential therapy, Narrative therapy, technology and social media, identity development (especially race/ethnicity), sports, fitness, and health, academic stress, depression and anxiety, trauma, grief.
Talieh Alavi, MA, LPC, CADC-III
(She/Her)
- Rock Creek Campus In Person/ District-wide Remote
As a PCC counselor with a passion for supporting individuals through their unique challenges, I bring a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health and personal development. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their strengths, gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, foster resilience, and work toward personal growth.
I believe that everyone has the capacity for change, and my role is to empower you on that journey. I utilize a client-centered approach, tailoring my methods to fit your unique needs and cultural context. Whether through talk therapy, mindfulness techniques, or cognitive-behavioral strategies, my goal is to provide you with the tools and support you need to thrive.
When I’m not at PCC, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, exploring new places, and trying out different cuisines.
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: My practice specialties, certifications and interests include addiction recovery and relapse prevention, ADHD management, academic stress, depression, anxiety, effective communication, healthy boundaries, and support with life transitions and identity-based concerns for minorities and immigrants.
Kate O’Brien, MSW, LCSW
(they/them, she/her)
- District-wide In Person/ District-wide Remote
- Assessment Specialist
As a PCC Counselor, I provide any resources and support that I can, to remove barriers to your academic and personal success.
I believe that you are the writer of your own story. My support looks like walking alongside you while you uncover your own truths, needs, boundaries, and story. This process can improve the relationship you have with yourself and with others.
When I’m not at PCC you’ll find me hanging with my family, singing, eating the amazing food we have here, and getting outside!
Some interests, specialties, and/or approaches include: Assessments and screenings, Anti-Racist and anti-oppressive trauma informed approaches, Relationship and codependency support, Academic and other systems related trauma, LGBTQIA2S+ challenges, Identity formation, Anxiety and Depression, Somatic Trauma Integration.