Rick Green is a dedicated mental health practitioner with over 30 years of experience, currently serving the Bellingham, Washington community for 16 years. He possesses both Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees from the University of Washington and has completed 2 1/2 years of intensive Post Graduate training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at the Northwest Family Development Center in Seattle. His broad experience in both In-Patient and Out-Patient settings lays a solid foundation for addressing a range of clinical issues, including Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, and Anger Management. Rick’s expertise spans various age groups, allowing him to effectively work with Children, Adolescents, and Adults. He understands that Anxiety and Depression, along with Low Self Esteem and management challenges such as Anger, Substance Abuse, Self Harm, and Sexual Acting Out, are critical concerns that affect individuals across all ages. He is particularly attuned to the unique needs of Children and Adolescents, employing Classical Play Therapy as a key therapeutic intervention for younger clients while respecting the need for independence and self-determination in adolescents. His compassionate approach balances clinical intervention with a keen sensitivity to the vulnerabilities faced by his clients, fostering an environment of healing and growth.