I am a Washington State-licensed mental health counselor, forensic psychology consultant, and founder of Ariga Psychological Services, LLC.

I have approximately fifteen years of experience as a mental health therapist. I earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2025, completing a forensic specialty dissertation focused on diagnostic accuracy in Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (Munchausen by Proxy).

My practice integrates 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 currently conducting medical and forensic record reviews for several cases active within the court system.

In addition to my forensic work, I write on Substack, publishing articles on medical child abuse, true crime, and deception-based documentaries.

I am a member of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, the American Counseling Association, and the American Psychological Association, 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)

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