Kathleen E. Johnson, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC

Developmental Therapist

Dr. Kathleen E. Johnson is a Developmental Therapist in Renton, WA with special training and skill in identifying and treatment of developmental disorers in toddlers and young children. As a Developmental Therapist, Kathleen E. Johnson, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, PMHS-C performs play activities designed to help the child learn new skills and overcome their challenges. Developmental Therapy is a discipline that focuses on diagnosis and treatment of developmental disorders in children between the ages of 0-5 years old. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Developmental Therapists include speech delays, decreased attention skills, autism, behavioral problems, learning disabilities, poor social skills, sensory issues, and hearing impairments. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Developmental Therapists include conducting evaluations and interventions, providing parenting strategies, facilitating social skills, and providing play therapy.

A Developmental Therapist is a person qualified by completion of an approved program in Developmental Therapy and where applicable credentialed by the state and practicing within the scope of the credential, or credentialed by completion of education experiences as approved by the state and practicing within the scope of that credential or, where state credentialing does not exist, certified by the Board of the Developmental Therapy Association. A developmental therapist evaluates children's global development in order to identify areas of developmental delay whether arising from physiological, neurological, or environmental factors, or a combination of factors; and designs, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions for the child and the family to promote the child's acquisition of skills in a variety of developmental areas, including cognitive processes and social interaction in order to maximize functional independence and developmental homeostasis, and improve the quality of life at home and in the community; and provides consultation for the parents and other professionals working with the family on global development.

Developmental Therapists in Renton, WA

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Behavioral Therapist

Dr. Kathleen E. Johnson is a Behavioral Therapist in Renton, WA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. As a Behavioral Therapist, Kathleen E. Johnson, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, PMHS-C performs therapies to identify and alter destructive behaviors. Behavioral Therapy is based on the belief that all dysfunctional behaviors are learned and that healthy behavior can be taught. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Behavioral Therapists include depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and drug abuse. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Behavioral Therapists include clinical evaluation, cognitive behavioral therapy, system desensitization, and aversion therapy.

Behavioral Therapists in Renton, WA

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  Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Certificate Program - Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  University of Cincinnati (Jan ’21 - Jan ’22)

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  Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

  Gonzaga University (Jan ’17 - Jan ’20)

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  Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disorders (LEND) Comm.

  University of Washington (Jan ’17 - Jan ’18)

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  Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

  Seattle Pacific University (Jan ’14 - Jan ’17)

Additional Education and Memberships:

Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist (PMHS) Board Certification, 2017

ADOS-2 and STAT Certification for autism assessment

Center of Excellence for Autism, Washington Health Care Authority 2017

Continuing Education ECHO participation: Autism, Mental Health, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

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  Member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association

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• Member of the ARNPs United of Washington State

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• Member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

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  Member of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

• Medicaid

• Medicare

• TriCare