Carol Stanley

Visiting Faculty School of Applied Psychology, Counseling and Family Therapy

Summary of Education and Relevant Experience

B.A., Whittier College; M.A., Leadership Institute of Seattle, City University; Ph.D., Seattle Pacific University.
Carol Stanley has held various adjunct faculty positions at Leadership Institute of Seattle, St. Martin College, Seattle Pacific University and Antioch University Seattle prior to becoming Acting Dean of the School of Applied Psychology, Counseling and Family Therapy. Stanley served in that role for two years. She is a Clinical Member and Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and a member of the International Family Therapy Association (IFTA). A licensed mental health counselor in Washington, she is in private practice in Renton and owns/oversees as Clinical Director Valley Counseling Training Center, a site which provides training for people wanting to explore independent practice. Stanley provides a variety of training venues as well as post graduate supervision and provides corporate consultation. Some of the corporations and organizations Carol has consulted with include Costco, US Bank, Trend West, ALCOA (in Wenatchee, Tennessee, Indiana) and the Seattle Area Diocese of the Episcople Church.

Affiliations

Professional Interests

Trauma Work, national and international
Family Reunification Work
Family of Origin Work with Adult family members

On Area of Interest

"I remain energized with my work with the adolescent and his/her family. Their honesty and love for their families sustain the work we do together. The room comes alive with the richness of youth."

On Teaching at Antioch

"Our Antioch students come rich with life experience, interesting ways of thinking and a unique multicultural perspective. They embrace learning and are rewarding to partner with on their journey."

Contact Information

School of Applied Psychology, Counseling and Family Therapy
206-268-4810
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