"Carefully observe the way toward which your heart draws you, then choose this way with all your strength.” ~ Martin Buber
Carolyn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington state. Carolyn graduated in 1992 with a Master of Arts in Psychological Services and Counseling from Marymount University, Arlington, VA. Her post-graduate studies were completed at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD.
Her first career was as an elementary school teacher. She returned to teaching in public and private schools while raising a family. Then she started a private tutor business before returning to the counseling field.
In her spare time, you'll find her puttering in her garden, on long walks, reading, learning, listening to music, journaling, and daydreaming. Carolyn's favorite place is to be by the sea. She enjoys espressos and adores her large house tiger and her kids, now adults. In addition, Carolyn is a creative writer with four books of poetry, prose and essays published. Her fourth book, The Colors I Hear, is now available.
If you are interested in working with her or have questions, the best way to reach Carolyn is by email:
CarolynRiker_LMHC@counselingsecure.com
Her first career was as an elementary school teacher. She returned to teaching in public and private schools while raising a family. Then she started a private tutor business before returning to the counseling field.
In her spare time, you'll find her puttering in her garden, on long walks, reading, learning, listening to music, journaling, and daydreaming. Carolyn's favorite place is to be by the sea. She enjoys espressos and adores her large house tiger and her kids, now adults. In addition, Carolyn is a creative writer with four books of poetry, prose and essays published. Her fourth book, The Colors I Hear, is now available.
If you are interested in working with her or have questions, the best way to reach Carolyn is by email:
CarolynRiker_LMHC@counselingsecure.com
Education & Certifications
- 2019-2021: Certification in Jungian Psychotherapy
- 2019: Highly Sensitive Person Specialist for Washington State
- 2014: Certified Journal Writing Coach
- 1996: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, active (WA)
- 1995: Licensed Professional Counselor, inactive (VA)
- 1993-1994: post-graduate studies for licensure, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
- 1990-1992: Master's in Psychological Services & Counseling, Marymount University, Arlington, VA
- 1981-1985: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ