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I am Ray Cammack and I have been licensed in the state of Idaho since 1999. Presently, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I am well-versed in the treatment of a myriad of mental health problems; including, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, substance use, and trauma. I have treated individuals and their families from the ages of 3 to 97.
My approach
I predominantly use a cognitive behavioral approach, but add dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, moral reconation therapy, and integrate faith/spirituality - when it is clinically appropriate. I am ethically sound and deliver services that are client-centered and driven. Ultimately, I attempt to "work myself out of the job," that a client identifies as needing help with.
My focus
As indicated, I have treated individuals and their families between the ages of 3 and 97. I work well with individuals who are motivated to create and maintain change in their lives. Where motivation is lacking, I have the skills necessary to assist with creating the belief in the need for change. I am most comfortable treating families and couples; although, I have the long-standing ability to connect with individuals without family involvement.
My communication style
My belief is that individuals and their families work best when they are heard and "understood." At the very least, I attempt to create an environment where mutual respect and understanding are foremost. Additionally, I avoid judgementalism and assist in the creation of forgiveness and grace.
My journey to mental healthcare
As a stepfather to a difficult teen, I wondered if there were a "better way" of dealing with ADHD and Bipolar Mood. After retiring from the US Air Force, I completed a graduate degree in counseling/education and "forged" a meaningful way towards addressing individual and family difficulties. I was a "man of faith," beforehand, and have discovered how to incorporate faith and spirituality into treatment and recovery. Although I could not treat my teenager, I believe that he would be better today if he had gotten competent counsel when he was younger.
My goals for you
Goal setting is a fluid process. Initially, I ask "what it is that I can help" with. When clients believe that they are heard and participate in creating goals, they are more likely to work towards addressing the problems that precipitate treatment. When individuals are "mandated" into treatment, goal setting can be challenging; especially, when other people are more vested in change that the individual "placed in treatment. Hence, I attempt to create the opportunity to identify client-centered goals.
My first session with you
During the first session, a client should expect to initially be heard and identify what the client wants help with. This will take up about 1/2 of the first session. Additionally, I will demonstrate that I have the skills necessary to address the problem(s). Furthermore, the client will have to participate in "disclosure" where matters of confidentiality, goals, and treatment style are discussed.
