Zachariah Garney, MA, LMFT
AAMFT Approved Supervisor in Process
Colorado Springs, CO
www.linkedin.com/in/garneymft
(503) 953-0461
RESEARCH/CLINICAL AREAS OF INTEREST
• Advancement of the field through broadening understanding of the human experience, especially when pertaining to the systemic influences that shape a person’s perspective, experience, and reality.
• Advancement of clinical supervision philosophy, skills, and practice.
• Theories and techniques of systemic psychotherapy.
EDUCATION
2021
M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy
Regis University, Rueckert-Hartman College of Health Professions, Division of Counseling and Family Therapy, Department of Couple and Family Therapy (COAMFTE Accredited),
Colorado Springs, CO
• Graduated with honors
• Major Professor: H. Luis Vargas, PhD, MFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor, Full Professor
2016
B.S., Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies
Portland State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Department of Conflict Resolution,
Portland, OR
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Major Professor: Robert Gould, Ph.D.
2012
A.S., Medical Assisting
Ensign College, Medical Assisting Program,
Salt Lake City, UT
EXPERIENCE
2021 – Now
Behavioral Health Clinician/Clinical Internship Supervisor
Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, Colorado Springs, CO
• Assess and treat mental health concerns, change maladaptive behaviors, and increase life satisfaction.
• Helped couples identify relationship dynamics, and reconnect with each other through building communication skills and increasing emotional understanding and connection.
• Mentored and supervised interns with their clinical growth.
• Directed therapeutic couples retreats to help couples reestablish connection and learn healthy relationship skills.
• Created and delivered six-hour-long training on Systemic Therapies and interventions based in leading Systemic theories.
2020-2021
Therapist Intern
Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, Colorado Springs, CO
• Treated individual’s mental health concerns with evidence-based practices while collaborating with an on-site supervisor.
• Worked with couples and families to improve relationships and improve unhealthy dynamics and behaviors.
• Participated in therapeutic retreats focused on building healthy relationship skills.
• Maintained organized files and ensured all documentation remained compliant with HIPAA and privacy practices
LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS
2024 – Now
Marriage and Family Therapist,
#MFT.0002609
2021 – 2024
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate,
#MFTC.0014216
2024 – Now
AAMFT Approved Supervisor in Process
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
2022 – Now
Professional, Rocky Mountain Family Therapy Network
2021 – Now
Present Professional, AAMFT National Organization
2021 – Now
Present Professional, Rocky Mountain Humanistic Counseling and Psychological
Association, Colorado Springs, CO
SERVICE TO THE PROFESSION
2022 – 2024
Board Member, (Elected)
Rocky Mountain Family Therapy Network, A regional professional group of the AAMFT, Denver, CO
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2023
Attended 7th Annual Rocky Mountain Humanistic Counseling and Psychological Association Conference, October 21st, Drury Inn, Colorado Springs, CO
2023
Integrative Sex and Couples Certification Training with Tammy Nelson: Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP) Course. Tammy Nelson, Ph.D., PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2022
Imago Couples Therapy with Harville Hendrix, Ph.D.: Proven Strategies for Helping Couples Connect, Heal and Grow. Harville Hendrix, PhD., PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2021
Approved Clinical Supervision Professional Development 45 Hours.
L. DiAnne Borders, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS
2021
Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems (IFS). Frank Anderson, MD. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2020
Crisis Counseling: Strategies and Interventions to Safely Manage Clients. Harry Keener, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2019
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certificate Course, 2-Day Intensive Training. Jean Eich, PsyD, LP. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2019
3-Day Complex Trauma Certification Course: Evidence Based Interventions for Complex Trauma. Eric Gentry, Ph.D., LMHC. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2019
2-Day Intensive ACT Training: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. Daniel J. Moran, PhD, BCBA-D. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2019
Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues for the Advanced Practice Clinician. Terry Casey, Ph.D. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
2019
2-Day: Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider Training: A Therapist Guide for Ethical, Legal and Technology Concerns when Using Teletherapy. Melissa Westendorf, Ph.D., JD. PESI, Colorado Springs, CO
PRESENTATIONS
2023
Introduction to Systemic Thinking: 6 hours of Concepts, Interventions, and Fundamentals ofRelational Therapy.
Presented at:
Mt. Carmel Veteran’s Service Center Behavioral Health Program, Colorado Springs, CO
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
2019
Homeless Shelter Volunteer 50+ hours
Springs Rescue Mission
Colorado Springs, CO
- Handled intake of clients and established an inviting atmosphere.
2009
LDS Missionary – 18 months
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Fostered relationships with individuals through empathetic outreach to help them navigate difficulties and affect changes in their lives.