Position:

NTT Instructor of Psychology
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, Oregon 97361

Academic Preparation

University Education:

M.A., Counseling, 2003, George Fox University, Newberg, OR. Graduate Clinical Project: The Use of Jungian Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy in Adolescence.  Advisor: Dr. Stephen Bearden

B.S., Human Development with a concentration in early childhood through adolescence Minor in Psychology, 1992, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Professional Experience

Adjunct Professor of Psychology, 2010-current, Western Oregon University

Adjunct Professor of Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy, 2005-2009, George Fox University

Adjunct Professor in the Adult Degree Completion Department, 2006, George Fox University

Private Practice Therapist, founder and director of Cornerstone Christian Counseling, a private practice specializing in individual and family therapy with expertise in Play Therapy, 2003-2007, Salem, Oregon

Attachment Specialist, Contractor for the Department of Human Services Child Welfare Division, 2004-2008, Salem, Oregon

Adolescent and Family Therapist, Rosemont School for Girls, 2002-2004, Portland, OR. This was an internship position via GFU, then became a permanent position upon graduation in 2003

Teaching/ Research Assistant to Dr. Stephen Bearden, 2001-2003, George Fox University. My responsibilities included grading exams, quizzes, and assignments and giving guest lectures.

Professional Activities

American Psychological Association

Association of Play Therapy

Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists

Honors and Awards

George Fox University
Al Stiefel Award
Presented by the Counseling Department faculty to one graduating student at the hooding ceremony each year. The award goes to “the student who exhibits the following qualities: a genuine zeal for inquiry, a high sense of integrity and a constant demonstration of the spirit of Christ.”

George Fox University
Alumni Board-Special Events
I was nominated and served my alma mater by working on the board to create and coordinate special events for traditional and non-traditional alums.

Nike Corporation
“Do Something Award” Grant
Grant money given to young adults to develop and implement programs to help their community. I created the H.O.P.E. Program. A daytime program for middle school youth suspended from public school due to severe behavioral problems. Program promoted skills building, anger management, problem solving, life skills, tutoring, and a final goal of full-time re-admittance to public school. My program working with youth in the Albany, Oregon under this grant had a 100% success rate.

Publications

Books:

Jordan, K. (2008). The Quick Theory Reference Guide: A Resource of Expert and Novice Mental Health Professionals: Nova Science Publishers.
*Co-Authored chapter on Jungian Therapy

Freilinger, K. (2004). Special Playtime with Kimberli: A book to guide parents in explaining play therapy to their children: Self Published for use in private practice.

Articles:

Invited Papers and Presentations:

Freilinger, K. A. (2001). Jung’s Views on Evil. Presentation sponsored by S. Bearden, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2002-2005). Sand Tray Therapy. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2000-2001). Carl Whitaker’s Theory on Family Therapy. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2001-2003). APA Formatting Guidelines. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2003-2004). Sexual Genograms. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2004). Sex on Stage. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2005). Integrating Faith and Counseling Practices. Presentation sponsored by, George Fox University.

Freilinger, K. A. (2004). ADHD in Children. Presentation sponsored by, the Department of Human Services, Salem, OR.

Freilinger, K. A. (2003). Mental Health Issues in the Family. Presentation sponsored by, National Institute of Mental Health, Salem, OR.

Freilinger, K. A. (2001). Parenting Long-Distance.  Mulit-week class for male inmates sponsored by, Oregon Department of Corrections, Salem, OR.

Freilinger, K. A. (2004). Brain Wise. Presentation sponsored by, Morningside Elementary, Salem, OR.

Freilinger, K. A. (2003-2004). Ethical Issues in Church Counseling Practices. Presentation sponsored by, West Salem Foursquare Church, Salem, OR.

Scope of Instructional Experience

• Introduction to Psychology
• Human Sexuality*
• Personality Counseling Theory and Philosophy*
• Principles and Techniques of Counseling I*and  II *
• Group Theory and Therapy*
• Basic Communication in the Workplace

(* denotes graduate level courses)

Community Activities

Prayer Team, Bible Study Leader and Small Group Leader, West Salem Foursquare Church, Salem, OR,  2001-Current


Advocate for special needs son with Asperger Syndrome


Sand Tray Specialist, instructor, advocate and mentor


Personal individualized mentoring in beginning a private practice in mental health fields


“HOPE” Member of the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation


Elementary Classroom Aid, Salem, OR and Monmouth, OR 2001-2008


Women’s Coordinator for Christian Surfers of Oregon 2003-2006


George Fox University Alumni Board 2003-2006


Parenting Skills Teacher for transitioning male inmates, Oregon Department of Corrections 2001

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