About Dr. Rapkoch
Elizabeth “Libby” Rapkoch (she/her)
Thank you for your interest in my practice and taking the time to learn about me and the services that I provide. I am a Licensed Psychologist and Oregon Certified Forensic Evaluator for Juveniles and Adults. I have been licensed in Oregon since 2009 and received my initial forensic certification in 2015. I received my masters and doctoral degrees from the School of Professional Psychology (now School of Graduate Psychology) at Pacific University, with an emphasis on children and adolescents, and further research and training focus on the impacts of trauma.
Through my experiences working with children and adolescents in day treatment, residential, school-based, and outpatient settings, I cultivated a deep understanding of emotional, behavioral, and social development as well as strong appreciation for the impact of trauma on all aspects of child development. The ten years I spent contracting in close custody facilities with Oregon Youth Authority provided me with a comprehensive understanding of treatment interventions for legally involved youth, risk assessment, and holistic services and supports to further reduce recidivism. Additionally, I spent three years providing assessment, individual and group therapy with adults at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility which afforded me a strong working understanding of the adult correctional system and the differences between adult and juvenile corrections.
I bring my experiences from each of these settings into my evaluation and conceptualization of legally-involved juveniles with a particular lens towards meeting the developmental needs of the youth while also speaking to their risk and needs to decrease recidivism, increase public safety, and set the stage for a successful and full life now and in the future. I am committed to providing objective, balanced and respectful services based on an appreciation for the individual diversity, experiences, and strengths of each youth and the many systems in which they are currently operating.