LMHCA

Vickie Jo

Our stories can be complicated, and the details of our story can affect us in unspoken ways. Sometimes exploring our stories and speaking them out loud, helps us to finally bring the attention and gentle care needed to our hurting parts that need a voice.

My hope as a counselor is to come along side others in their story with empathy and gentle care. To listen well to the details and experiences that have shaped us. To reflect and sometimes challenge the assumptions we have picked up along the way, and to let God shine his light on the places He wants to bring His truth and healing. I hope to offer a space of compassion, grace and comfort that convey God’s truth in love.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

I received both my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology as well as my Masters in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University in Kirkland, WA. I currently hold a Mental Health Counselor Associates license and am currently working toward my LMHC licensure in the state of Washington. I have worked with children, adolescents, young adults and adults and enjoy carrying a caseload that is diverse in age and presenting issues.

AREAS OF FOCUS

  • Anxiety

  • Re-parenting our inner child as adults

  • Family of origin work

  • Boundaries development

  • Technology Overuse

  • Parent Support

  • Development of Coping Skills and Self Care

ABOUT ME

I believe I became a counselor not because of my strengths but possibly more because I have been aware of my own weaknesses, childhood wounds, and unmet needs. This leads me to desire to be connected to God and others with honesty and compassion. I believe God created us for connection and community, and that often when we have wounds we don’t know how to process or care for, it is helpful to connect with someone to hear our story and help us learn how to attune our attention to those wounds that have needed care.

I am married to my husband of 20+years, who is almost my complete opposite in personality, which has taught us to learn from each other, and as God designed, for us to be a help to one another. I have the privilege to be a mother to three kiddos who daily remind me that being a parent is both the hardest and best job in the world.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4: “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.”

Vickie’s Testimonials

  • “I first heard of New Ground Counseling from a trusted friend and pastor, and I quickly resonated with Vickie Jo’s experience and bio on their site. Her multicultural background not only helped me connect with her, but also helped me understand and embrace myself and others as unique individuals. She has helped me navigate through a season of big change and the anxiety that came with it, giving me practical tools to implement. I’m grateful for the clarity and courage that our counseling sessions have given me.”

    - CLIENT I.S.

  • “I'm so thankful to have found Vickie Jo at New Ground Counseling. She is very gifted at listening, responding with grace and intention, and providing support. I had never been to counseling before and was hesitant at first but am so thankful for the time I had with Vickie to process and unpack things that had been burdening me for a long time. She also took time to offer guidance through a Biblical lens and pray for me, which was so encouraging and done so genuinely. Highly recommend this practice if you are considering counseling.”

    - CLIENT A.R.

  • “My experience with New Ground Counseling has been outstanding. Vickie has continued to provide incredible support, insight, and guidance in a way that feels inviting and safe. It’s so important to feel comfortable and confident when choosing a counselor and I can say with total certainty that Vickie has been both these things and more. I’ve really benefited so much from this experience. It had really brought a lot of growth in my life!”

    - CLIENT M.D.

  • “I initially reached out for help with one of my children, thinking that having the child see a counselor might help with some ongoing struggles. After our initial phone consultation, Vickie recommended parent support counseling and we started meeting weekly. Her insightful recommendations have been so helpful with all my children. Vickie has provided useful tools and frameworks to help me shepherd them faithfully. Her gentle and encouraging manner have spurred me on in the marathon of mothering and I'm grateful for our counseling sessions.”

    - CLIENT J.M.

Three Steps to Start Today

STEP 1

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

STEP 2

One of our counselors will connect with you to schedule your counseling sessions.

STEP 3

Experience the joy of growth & healing.