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Rae Hight's BioRAE HIGHT was born in June 1949 and came of age during the turbulent years of the 1960s and 1970s. By high school graduation, Rae knew she wanted to work with people. She became a registered nurse in 1980 and began her work in the fields of rehabilitation and home health nursing.In 1990, Rae completed her master’s degree in counseling at Seattle University. She continued her home health nursing work for a period of time while she began her career in the mental health field as a home health social worker and rehabilitation counselor. She established her private practice in 1993, working with adults who were invested in holistic growth, using journaling, poetry and art work as integral components of their work. Rae has always been drawn to the unique presence of every person she’s met. During the late 1990s, she studied and experienced the mysteries of energy work. Without conscious awareness, she was seeking a way to round out her approach to holistic care.  Throughout the years, Rae has found her greatest joy in listening to, and learning, people’s stories. Whether through nursing, counseling, writing, art or energy work, she has loved the simple pleasure of connecting with people on a heart-to-heart level. After the attacks of September 11, this interest took on a new intensity and she began an oral history project with WWII veterans. In 2004, she published Voices of WWII Veterans... A Kaleidoscope of Memories. She followed this experience by facilitating memoir writing classes at a local senior center. In 2007, Rae became a certified Journal to the Self® Instructor through Kathleen Adams (Center for Journal Therapy & Therapeutic Writing Institute). Following this (2008 - 2011), she completed an intensive advanced journal training program leading to her credentialing as a Certified Journal Therapist. In the summer of 2007, Rae realized a long-held dream of landscaping the grounds around her studio, and creating pathways for walking, journaling and reflection. In 2008, she and her husband installed a labyrinth for walking meditation. Her clients are welcome to use the pathways and labyrinth before, during and after sessions.  Rae finds joy and pleasure in life through her work, writing and being out in nature. She is an avid student of meditation, Qigong and Tai Chi. She and Jim, her husband of thirty plus years, enjoy hiking, traveling, photography, bird watching and caring for their pets. Their home and Rae’s studio are nestled on five acres in the rural countryside of Port Orchard, Washington.  PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAININGThe Therapeutic Writing Institute, (2011) Certified Journal Therapist SoulCollage®, Seena Frost, (2010) Trained SoulCollage® Facilitator Center for Journal Therapy (2007) Certified Journal to the Self ® Instructor Colorado Center for Healing Touch (2000) Energetic Healing I, II Colorado Center for Healing Touch (1997-1999) Healing Touch I, IIA, IIB, IIIA Sacred Space Ministries (1997) Reiki I and Reiki II University of Washington, School of Nursing (1997) Certification, Therapeutic Touch Wellness Institute (1996) Certification, Hypnotherapy Seattle University (1990) Master’s Degree, Rehabilitation Counseling Pacific Lutheran University (1983) Bachelor’s Degree, Nursing Tacoma Community College (1980) Associate Degree, Nursing Rae’s portrait by Fay Marley-Clarke Photography. All other photos on this site by Rae Hight. |
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The paragraphs to the left describe the external container of my professional training and experience. The life breath, the heart, mind and soul that fill this container, come from my experiences with my patients, clients, fellow students, and colleagues who have shared the path with me. Through delightful times, and tremendous struggle, I’ve searched for the answer to poet Mary Oliver’s question, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” "Rae's instinctive leadership style draws the best from those around her. In her beautiful studio, located in a serene, wooded setting, she creates a safe, nurturing environment for personal discovery. I recently attended a workshop on journal writing, facilitated by Rae, and found many surprising facets to the "routine" practice of journal writing. Fun, laughter, challenge and practical application all contributed to making this workshop, this day, a memorable experience. I heartily recommend you do yourself the favor of widening your horizons and nourishing your soul by joining her for a workshop or class soon! " Myra B. I attended one of Rae's workshops early in 2008 and found it to be a refreshing renewing day. Rae has a gentle manner, and both skills and passion for journaling. Make sure if you attend a workshop to see the most amazing "spiral" tree near her soon to be forest labyrinth-truly spectacular!" Gretchen Schodde, ARNP, MN |
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