About

Harold Haven Boggs, MS, LMFT, LCDC — individual, couple, marriage, family, and child therapist with a Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused approach (including mental health, substance abuse, marriage, sex, parenting, violence, crime, and other problems).

Disclaimer —

Information provided here on FamilyTherapyHaven.com is not intended to replace qualified medical or mental health assessments. We cannot diagnose disorders or offer recommendations on which treatment plan is best for you or your family. Please seek the support of local resources as needed. If you need immediate assistance, or if you and your family are in crisis, please contact a qualified mental health provider in your area, or contact your statewide crisis hotline.

THERAPY CAN HELP

Therapy is for everyone who wants a place to learn and grow. People in therapy tend to have lower levels of anxiety and stress, decreased conflict, and improved quality of life. The following are some of the problems my clients frequently experience in daily life and for which they seek counseling.

CHILDREN
 — Behavior problems at home or in school; depression, anger and anxiety; sleep disorders; phobias; impulse control difficulties; adjustment reactions to death; and problems related to parents’ separation, divorce, or remarriage.

ADOLESCENTS
 — Problems with adjustment, self confidence, sexuality and identity; difficulties in relationship with peers or parents; alcohol or drug problems, depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, nutritional habits, college or career plans; and leaving home.

ADULTS
– Life transitional crises such as separation, divorce, remarriage, job loss, career dissatisfaction/ change; retirement; mood and anxiety disorders; psychosomatic concerns; problems in adjustment to physical illness and disability; alcohol or drug problems, depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and adjustment difficulties of eldering and their children.

COUPLES — 
Difficulties in achieving sexual satisfaction; problems in communication, commitment and intimacy; concerns stemming from dual careers; marital conflict, grief, stress management, problems with physical abuse; and difficulties with money management.

FAMILIES
– Parent-child conflicts, problems with co-parenting, single-parenting and/or blending families from previous marriages, difficulties with CPS cases, and difficulties with in-laws and other extended family members.

OTHER COMMON REASONS FOR SEEKING COUNSELING

  • Change in health status of family members
  • Drug or alcohol problems
  • Divorce adjustment
  • Domestic violence
 and safety
  • Imprisonment and/or release adjustment
  • Stress related complaints
  • Grief work

THERAPY CAN HELP BY:

  • Providing modes for changing behavior,
  • Assisting in discovery of new coping skills and ideas,
  • Providing solace and support,
  • Inspiring exploration of hidden strengths,
  • Encouraging the development of new perspectives,
  • Assisting in locating and utilizing other resources

EDUCATION & BACKGROUND

1998 — Master’s degree in counseling from the Portland State University School of Education Counselor Education program, with triple specializations: community counseling, marriage and family therapy, and drug & alcohol treatment.

Presently I am an individual and family therapist in private practice.

EXPERIENCE –

  • Internship at Washington County Juvenile Services
  • Developed and implemented the first family therapy module at DEPAUL TREATMENT CENTERS serving their adult residential population in Portland Oregon
  • Red Cross trained Crisis Responder
  • Multnomah County Jail worked inside the jail counseling inmates
  • Facilitated groups and served families at a clinic in the wealthy suburb of Beaverton Oregon
  • Worked in rural clinics and farm communities
  • Texas - Served at non-profit drug treatment clinics focusing on men and women recently released from prison or CPS cases
  • Private Practice Counseling individuals, couples, and families

Special interests – couple counseling, divorce counseling, pre-marriage counseling, family therapy with blended families, helping children, troubled teens, grief and bereavement, suicide prevention, spiritual issues, infidelity issues, abuse, separation, depression, anxiety, and helping clients with dual-diagnosis: adult / adolescent alcohol and drug plus brain disorder assessment and treatment.

Formal education/ Licenses/ Certificates:

  • 2010 LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
 #201531-reciprocation http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/mft/mft_search.shtm
  • 2010 LCDC Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
- http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/lcdc/lcdc_search.shtm
  • 2003 CADC III Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, level 3
  • 2002 LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 2001 LPC Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 1999 CADC II Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, level 2 -
  • 1995-98 MS Master’s of Science, Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Portland State University School of Education Counselor Education program
  • 1995 BS Bachelor of Science, Psychology – Portland State University School of Psychology

PROFESSIONAL DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

CONFIDENTIALITY — All information shared with me remains confidential as provided for by professional ethics and Texas State laws; it is part of our professional relationship. Texas law stipulates three exceptions to this rule: (1) If you are of physical danger to yourself. (2) If you are of physical danger to others (3) If you disclose your involvement in the abuse of a child or elderly person.

PHILOSOPHY AND APPROACH TO THERAPY

I practice as an individual and family therapist establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships based on respect and curiosity, with over 30 years of success earning trust and building rapport with children, adults, teenagers, couples, families, and treatment teams, providing mental health / drug and alcohol assessments; developing, implementing, and facilitating treatment plans; and leading educational and therapy groups. I have experience with multi-cultural clients in residential and outpatient treatment, counseling, and coaching including dual-diagnosis (both mental health and substance problems together).

I facilitate clients’ growth and wellness through a holistic approach integrating spirituality with behavioral science. My skills include: Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Stages-of-Change, Systems Theory, Developmental Theory, Motivational Interviewing (Miller), Structural Family Therapy (Minuchin), Strategic Family Therapy (Haley), Existential Theory (Frankl), Reality Therapy, Choice Theory (Glasser), and Play Therapy (Sweeney).

I hold my LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and my certification as a drug and alcohol counselor (LCDC) both in Texas.  I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC).

CODE OF ETHICS AND BILL OF RIGHTS

I subscribe to the Texas Code of Ethics as specified in Texas law which includes the following Client Bill of Rights:

  • to expect that a licensee/intern has met the minimal qualifications of training and experience required by state law;
  • to examine public records maintained by the Licensing Board which contain the credentials of the licensee/intern;
  • to obtain a copy of the Code of Ethics
  • to report complaints to the Board; (see page 3 of this document);
  • to be informed of the cost of professional services before receiving the services;
  • to privacy as defined by rule and law, including the exceptions to confidentiality of information obtained in the course of services that include the following:
  • reporting suspected child abuse or elder abuse,
  • reporting imminent danger to client or others,
  • reporting to relevant agencies,
  • licensee/intern consultation of supervision,
  • defense of claims brought by client against licensee/intern.
  • To be free from being the object of discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender or other unlawful category while receiving services.

Clients have the right to…

  • Know the educational background of the people responsible for their treatments
  • Not be recorded in any manner without agreeing to it
  • Confidentiality of records and to be told what things do no fall under the confidentiality agreement
  • Look at their treatment records
  • Release records in writing to future counselor or other health professionals
  • Dispute information contained in their records and have a note placed regarding the dispute and its outcome
  • File a complaint to an individual designated to receive such grievances regarding any denial or limitation of their rights
  • Receive a list of their rights in writing
  • Be completely educated about any treatment before being asked to agree to it
  • Say “no” to treatments they don’t want
  • Be given proper treatment in the proper timeframe
  • Have in writing payment information (including: fees, co-pays, and methods of payment) along with the number of sessions that they need
  • Be educated about the medicines they are receiving and to not be overly or unnecessarily medicated
  • Receive treatment in a place that is safe and free from harassment
  • Information concerning risks, goals, and progress