I (Aaron Kottke) am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate in the State of Washington (license #: SWIA.SC.70045268), and a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State (license #: 126072). I received my Masters of Social Work from the University at Buffalo’s School of Social Work in 2024. I have a BA in Psychology from SUNY Buffalo State and an MA in Psychology from Medaille College. Before joining Charmed Counseling, I was an integrated mental health and substance use counselor in Buffalo, NY, where I helped my clients overcome a variety of personal challenges and diagnoses. I have also interned at refugee resettlement and community centers in Buffalo and volunteered at the homeless shelter. I worked at an assisted living center for people with severe and persistent mental illness, served as an anti-racism researcher at Tulane University, and worked as an education consultant in China for several years. 

I am here to empower you to understand yourself better. With kindness and empathy, I will assist you in gently untangling the traumas that shape us as individuals and often get in the way of living our best lives. With knowledge comes the power to reclaim your life. If you experience difficulty with work, school, or family, please come to discuss it with me. If you feel hopeless or lost, please call today. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to address a wide array of challenges, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, family dynamics, substance-use disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, and other mental health diagnoses. My primary therapeutic modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

As a recent transplant to the Portland/Vancouver area I enjoy biking around the city, exploring book stores and coffee shops, and spending quality time with my two cats. I am looking forward to working with you – Please contact Charmed Counseling to schedule an appointment today.