PhD, LMSW
Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP)
Certified Trauma Professional (CTP)
Experienced. Certified. Supportive.
Dr. Don Schweitzer
Veteran Owned & Operated
About Dr. Schweitzer
Don Schweitzer is a licensed counselor and mindfulness coach whose practice focuses on a holistic approach to overall health, emphasizing the mind-body connection, as well as a veteran. He offers individual counseling, workshops, and classes using evidence-based practices, such as cognitive-behavioral theory and mindfulness-based interventions.
Don also provides coaching services to help clients identify and achieve their goals, using a client-centered approach tailored to meet individual needs. He is a Certified Wellness Practitioner and utilizes the six dimensions of wellness for a holistic approach to wellness. He is also a Certified Trauma Professional, incorporating mind-body practices when appropriate, and an experienced public speaker and communicator.
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Don holds a PhD in Social Work and Social Research from Portland State University, in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Idaho State University and a Master's degree in Social Work from Boise State University. When not working, Don enjoys hiking, riding bikes, and spending time in nature. He is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world and supporting various philanthropic causes and organizations.
Select Accomplishments
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January 2019: Keynote Speaker: 1st International Conference on Social Work Intervention in Health & Mental Health. Jakarta, Indonesia
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2017: City of Richmond, CA Homelessness Advocacy in Action Award
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2016: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Leadership Academy
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June 2014: Plenary Speaker, Saffron Strand, 5th Annual Conference: “Let’s Get Serious: Skills, Jobs, Careers as Paths Out of Homelessness and Poverty”, Richmond, CA
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June 2013: Plenary Speaker, Saffron Strand, 4th Annual Conference: “Developing the Homeless Workforce: What Will it Take?”, Richmond, CA
Selected Conference Presentations
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June 2019: History of Charity in the US. Asian Pacific Islander Social Work Educators Association (APISWEA). Phitsanulok, Thailand.
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January 2019: Keynote Speaker - Integrated Behavioral Health and Primary Care: Opportunities and Challenges for the Field of Social Work. University of Jakarta. Jakarta, Indonesia.
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June 2017: Moderating Burnout in Social Service Workers. Saffron Strand, 8th Annual Conference. Richmond, CA.
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June 2015: Getting to Work: At-Risk Youths Tell Us How to Help. Plenary Speaker. Saffron Strand, 6th Annual Conference. Richmond, CA.
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June 2014: The Effects of Societal Views of Youth on Youth Work Plenary Speaker. Saffron Strand, 5th Annual Conference. Richmond, CA.
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Aug. 2013: Punks, Delinquents & Drop-Outs: The Effects of Societal Views of Youth on Youth Work. National Pathways to Adulthood. Baltimore, MD.
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Nov. 2012: Changing the Discourse of Youth Services by Legitimizing Youth Voice. National Runaway and Homeless Youth FYSB Grantee Conference. Indianapolis, IN.
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Apr. 2012: Runaway and Homeless Youth: Changing the Discourse by Legitimizing Youth Voice. 24th National Symposium on Doctoral Research in Social Work. Columbus, OH.
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Mar. 2012: The Effects of Societal Views of Youth on Social Work Practice. NASW Statewide Conference. Portland, OR.
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June 2011: A Place to Connect: Understanding the Impact and Influences of Biophilia. Ovations in Community, Organizational & Policy Practice Conference. Portland, OR.
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Mar. 2010: Participatory action research methods with homeless youth. Social Work Doctoral Student Symposium. Houston, TX.
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Nov. 2008: Communities Empowering Youth – State Capacity Building. Runaway and Homeless Youth Grantee Conference. St. Louis, MO.
Selected Publications
Two weeks to global citizenship?: The problems, paradoxes, and successes of running a short-term travel course. In M. Di Giovine & J. Bodinger (eds.), Study Abroad and the Quest for an Anti-Tourism Experience. Lexington Books. Oct 1, 2020.
Building the evidence base for intensive family preservation services. Journal of Public Child Welfare, Jan 1, 2015.
Asking for directions: Partnering with youth to build the evidence base for runaway and homeless youth. Pacific University · Jan 1, 2013 Pacific University ·
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Compensation in social work: Critical for satisfaction and a sustainable profession. Administration in Social Work. Apr 1, 2012.
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Runaway and homeless youth: Changing the discourse by legitimizing youth voice. Dissertation Abstracts International · Jan 1, 2012.
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Running on Empty: Services and Citizens Stretched to the Limit. Pacific University, Jan 1, 2012.
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Stronger Youth and Smarter Communities: An Analysis of Oregon’s Investment in Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs. Portland State University, May 1, 2009.
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A ten-year review of family preservation research: Building the evidence base. Casey Family Programs, Jan 4, 2009.​
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