I am a Washington State–licensed mental health counselor, nationally certified forensic mental health evaluator, and founder of Ariga Psychological and Forensic Services, LLC. I have approximately fifteen years of clinical experience and earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2025, with a forensic dissertation focused on diagnostic accuracy in Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another.

Ariga Psychological and Forensic Services, LLC provides psychological assessment, forensic record review, and expert consultation. I specialize in the clinical and forensic evaluation of medical child abuse, malingering, and competency.

I am a member of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, the American Counseling Association, the American Psychological Association, and the National Board of Forensic Evaluators, and I serve on the Board of Munchausen Support.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor – MHC.LH 60539434 Clinical Psychology License – PY.61661869 (pending)

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What our clients have to say

“I have known Ari for over three years and I have loved working with her. What she says you can trust. I recommend her to anyone who needs an assessment!”

D.G. (2023)

“Supervision with Ari was a fun and educational experience. I feel more than prepared to support others in the mental health field.”

G.S. (2023)

“I have worked with Ari on and off for a few years and know that I am supported in my personal life. I have never felt judgment and she is just fun to have as a therapist.”

J.J. (2023)