Chris Kangas, MS, LMFT
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Melissa Glass MSCP LPC
Chris Kangas is an awesome therapist and an even better mentor. He is able to call his staff and kids out on their actions and still walk away with their respect and trust. He often told me that the most important part of mental health treatment is the relationship we have with the youth and families we serve. He lives by this. Chris models for his staff how to build rapport and develop trusting relationships that can withstand any trauma and byproduct of past traumas.
Barbara K. Varga, LMFT
Chris is an exceptional therapist and human being. I would recommend him for any psychotherapy position at an agency and/or private practice.
Matthew Bornheimer
During my time serving as a Residential Unit Liaison, serving as a leader and case management entity to clients and professionals within SaintA's residential treatment program, I had the profound pleasure of working very closely with Chris Kangas. I can say, without question, that Chris exemplifies the ideal in competence, character, diligence, and passion for the work and his clients. Chris acted as a mentor and driving force for my own professional development. He is the type of individual who creates ripples, impacting not only the individuals with whom he interfaces. Each professional and client who has the pleasure of teaming with Chris sets forth with and increased skillset with which to promote positivity. In therapeutic interventions, Chris demonstrates a firm knowledge-base, as well as an admirable level of flexibility to the evolution of thinking within our field. Chris is extremely compassionate, but also assertive and unafraid to broach extremely difficult topics. Chris becomes a leader the moment he enters a room, based on his presence alone. With zero reservation, I emphatically recommend Chris for any role which allows him to continue changing lives.
Melissa Glass MSCP LPC
Chris Kangas is an awesome therapist and an even better mentor. He is able to call his staff and kids out on their actions and still walk away with their respect and trust. He often told me that the most important part of mental health treatment is the relationship we have with the youth and families we serve. He lives by this. Chris models for his staff how to build rapport and develop trusting relationships that can withstand any trauma and byproduct of past traumas.
Barbara K. Varga, LMFT
Chris is an exceptional therapist and human being. I would recommend him for any psychotherapy position at an agency and/or private practice.
Matthew Bornheimer
During my time serving as a Residential Unit Liaison, serving as a leader and case management entity to clients and professionals within SaintA's residential treatment program, I had the profound pleasure of working very closely with Chris Kangas. I can say, without question, that Chris exemplifies the ideal in competence, character, diligence, and passion for the work and his clients. Chris acted as a mentor and driving force for my own professional development. He is the type of individual who creates ripples, impacting not only the individuals with whom he interfaces. Each professional and client who has the pleasure of teaming with Chris sets forth with and increased skillset with which to promote positivity. In therapeutic interventions, Chris demonstrates a firm knowledge-base, as well as an admirable level of flexibility to the evolution of thinking within our field. Chris is extremely compassionate, but also assertive and unafraid to broach extremely difficult topics. Chris becomes a leader the moment he enters a room, based on his presence alone. With zero reservation, I emphatically recommend Chris for any role which allows him to continue changing lives.
Melissa Glass MSCP LPC
Chris Kangas is an awesome therapist and an even better mentor. He is able to call his staff and kids out on their actions and still walk away with their respect and trust. He often told me that the most important part of mental health treatment is the relationship we have with the youth and families we serve. He lives by this. Chris models for his staff how to build rapport and develop trusting relationships that can withstand any trauma and byproduct of past traumas.
Barbara K. Varga, LMFT
Chris is an exceptional therapist and human being. I would recommend him for any psychotherapy position at an agency and/or private practice.
Matthew Bornheimer
During my time serving as a Residential Unit Liaison, serving as a leader and case management entity to clients and professionals within SaintA's residential treatment program, I had the profound pleasure of working very closely with Chris Kangas. I can say, without question, that Chris exemplifies the ideal in competence, character, diligence, and passion for the work and his clients. Chris acted as a mentor and driving force for my own professional development. He is the type of individual who creates ripples, impacting not only the individuals with whom he interfaces. Each professional and client who has the pleasure of teaming with Chris sets forth with and increased skillset with which to promote positivity. In therapeutic interventions, Chris demonstrates a firm knowledge-base, as well as an admirable level of flexibility to the evolution of thinking within our field. Chris is extremely compassionate, but also assertive and unafraid to broach extremely difficult topics. Chris becomes a leader the moment he enters a room, based on his presence alone. With zero reservation, I emphatically recommend Chris for any role which allows him to continue changing lives.
Melissa Glass MSCP LPC
Chris Kangas is an awesome therapist and an even better mentor. He is able to call his staff and kids out on their actions and still walk away with their respect and trust. He often told me that the most important part of mental health treatment is the relationship we have with the youth and families we serve. He lives by this. Chris models for his staff how to build rapport and develop trusting relationships that can withstand any trauma and byproduct of past traumas.
Barbara K. Varga, LMFT
Chris is an exceptional therapist and human being. I would recommend him for any psychotherapy position at an agency and/or private practice.
Matthew Bornheimer
During my time serving as a Residential Unit Liaison, serving as a leader and case management entity to clients and professionals within SaintA's residential treatment program, I had the profound pleasure of working very closely with Chris Kangas. I can say, without question, that Chris exemplifies the ideal in competence, character, diligence, and passion for the work and his clients. Chris acted as a mentor and driving force for my own professional development. He is the type of individual who creates ripples, impacting not only the individuals with whom he interfaces. Each professional and client who has the pleasure of teaming with Chris sets forth with and increased skillset with which to promote positivity. In therapeutic interventions, Chris demonstrates a firm knowledge-base, as well as an admirable level of flexibility to the evolution of thinking within our field. Chris is extremely compassionate, but also assertive and unafraid to broach extremely difficult topics. Chris becomes a leader the moment he enters a room, based on his presence alone. With zero reservation, I emphatically recommend Chris for any role which allows him to continue changing lives.
Credentials
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Georgia Composite BoardJul, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)Nov, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
Trauma Certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)
Child Trauma AcademyApr, 2011- Sep, 2024 -
Clinical Fellow
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR MARRIAGE & THERAPY INCJan, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
Clinical Fellow
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR MARRIAGE & THERAPY INCJan, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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ACCELERATED RECOVERY CENTERS, LLC
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Relational Therapist
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Nov 2020 - Present
Relational therapist facilitating intensive family/couple’s focused weekends as part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians with a renowned recovery program for adults with alcohol use disorders offering a comprehensive alternative to recovery. Relational therapist facilitating intensive family/couple’s focused weekends as part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians with a renowned recovery program for adults with alcohol use disorders offering a comprehensive alternative to recovery.
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Trauma Certified, Licensed Therapist (LMFT)/Owner of Good Karma Counseling, LLC
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Dec 2021 - Present
Trauma Certified, Licensed Therapist and Owner providing Virtual Telehealth Therapy serving youth, adults, couples and families struggling with mental health concerns and traumatic experiences living in Georgia, where I currently reside, as well as clients from Wisconsin where I once did and still maintain active licensure. Trauma Certified, Licensed Therapist and Owner providing Virtual Telehealth Therapy serving youth, adults, couples and families struggling with mental health concerns and traumatic experiences living in Georgia, where I currently reside, as well as clients from Wisconsin where I once did and still maintain active licensure.
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Creative Family Counseling
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Licensed Therapist (LMFT) Trauma Certified
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Dec 2020 - Dec 2021
Licensed Therapist, Trauma Certified working within a private practice clinic comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians serving a diverse range of youth, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Therapeutic practices among the team varies from evidenced based Play Therapy to cutting edge approaches to Trauma Informed Care. Licensed Therapist, Trauma Certified working within a private practice clinic comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians serving a diverse range of youth, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Therapeutic practices among the team varies from evidenced based Play Therapy to cutting edge approaches to Trauma Informed Care.
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Creative Community Services, Inc.
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Clinical Officer
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Jan 2019 - Oct 2020
Chief Clinical Officer for a multi-program agency providing Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) for children, adolescents and adults with dual diagnoses of mental health and developmental disabilities, most of whom have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences and complex trauma. Primary responsibilities comprised of providing clinical consultation for the agency, training & development and direct therapeutic support for staff, foster parents, youth and adults in care. In addition, frequently participated in interagency collaboration with the Department of Family & Children Services (DFCS) and other community partners, served as preceptor for clinical interns, co-facilitated the statewide SAFE Home Study conversion for the TFC Program and conducted Trauma & Resilience assessments.
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Black Bear Lodge Treatment Center
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Residential Therapist (LMFT)
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Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
Therapist for a Dual Diagnosis (Substance Abuse/Mental Health) Residential Recovery Center for adults. Primary responsibilities included individual and group therapy, psycho-educational lecture, collaborative family contact, treatment planning, and clinical documentation. Therapist for a Dual Diagnosis (Substance Abuse/Mental Health) Residential Recovery Center for adults. Primary responsibilities included individual and group therapy, psycho-educational lecture, collaborative family contact, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
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SaintA
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Food and Beverage Services
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Licensed Child & Family Therapist (LMFT) & NMT (Trauma) Specialist
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Nov 2006 - Jul 2018
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Fred Finch Youth Center
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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Program Therapist (MFT)
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Aug 2005 - Jul 2006
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San Diego Center for Children
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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Community-Based Therapist/Wraparound Facilitator
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Jun 2004 - Aug 2005
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NEW ALTERNATIVES, INC.
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United States
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100 - 200 Employee
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Asst. Program Director/Wraparound Facilitator/Community Treatment Specialist/Youth Counselor
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Sep 1997 - Jun 2005
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Program Director
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Sep 1995 - Aug 1997
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Community-Based Youth Specialist
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Apr 1995 - Sep 1995
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Wisconsin Army National Guard
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United States
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Armed Forces
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400 - 500 Employee
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Medical Specialist, Mechanized Infantry
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Dec 1988 - Jun 1995
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Youth Counselor
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Nov 1993 - Apr 1995
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Youth Counselor
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Aug 1992 - Aug 1993
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United States Army
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United States
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Armed Forces
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300 - 400 Employee
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Medical Specialist, 24th Mechanized Infantry
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Dec 1986 - Dec 1988
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Education
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1999 - 2002
San Diego State University
Masters of Science (MS), Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling -
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology
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