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Dr. M. Jan Tackett, Ph.D., ABPP(RP), rehabilitation psychologist at Rowan Center

Meredith Jan Tackett, Ph.D., ABPP(RP)

Clinical Psychologist
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Washington
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Client Focus

Individuals (Adults 18+)
Individuals (Older Adults 65+)
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About

Dr. M. Jan Tackett is a rehabilitation psychologist specializing in health and disability issues. He is board certified in Rehabilitation Psychology and has worked for three decades with patients with chronic illness and other medical conditions. He has served in leadership roles in several national and local organizations and published numerous articles and chapters related to spinal cord injury, psychotherapy training, and supervision.

His approach to psychotherapy is grounded in a cognitive behavioral model and follows best practices available through current scientific evidence. Dr. Tackett has a strong commitment to establishing shared goals with clients and working together to achieve the optimal quality of life possible for each person. Mindfulness, positive psychology, and creating meaning in life are central to his collaborative approach.

Areas of Expertise

  • Aging And Older Adult Concerns
  • Addiction
  • Chronic Illness And Adjustment To Illness (e.g., Cancer, CP, Rare Conditions)
  • Chronic Pain
  • Cognitive Impairment And Neuropsychological Conditions
  • Co Occurring Mental Health And Substance Use
  • Coping With Disability Or Injury
  • Cultural, Minority, And Identity Issues
  • Depression
  • Disability And Accessibility
  • Existential And Spiritual Issues
  • Generalized Anxiety
  • Grief And Loss
  • Health Psychology
  • Health Anxiety
  • Life Transitions And Adjustment
  • Men's Issues
  • Neurological Conditions (e.g., MS, Parkinson’s, Stroke)
  • Panic Disorder
  • Relationship And Family Issues (e.g., Communication, Marriage)
  • Spinal Cord Injury & Disorders (SCI/D)
  • Stress Related To Caregiving
  • Stress Management
  • Substance Abuse & Dependence
  • TBI And Acquired Brain Injury
  • Trauma And Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Vocational And Disability Accommodations

Treatment Modalities

Education & Experience

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Dr. Tackett completed his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at the University of Denver specializing in psychotherapy outcomes and ethical decision-making. He has maintained a career-long commitment to serving veterans with chronic health conditions such as spinal cord injury and acquired brain injury. He is active in leadership, training, and supervision research as well as developing novel approaches to managing the social and psychological impacts of disability.

Dr. Tackett has been licensed as a Psychologist in the State of Washington since 2000 and his license number is 2403. He is Board Certified as a Rehabilitation Psychologist since 2010 and his Diploma number is 6600. He is member of PSYPACT, which makes it possible for him to practice telepsychology across most U.S. states (APIT Number: 15930).

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PY00002403

Curriculum Vitae

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Publications

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Tackett, M. Jan & Glintborg, C. (2025). Rehabilitation Psychology Across the Health System. In: Meade, M.A., Kathleen T. Bechtold, K.A., &Wegener, S.T . (eds), The Oxford Handbook of Rehabilitation Psychology, (2nd Ed), Oxford Academic, https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780197525456.013.0062

Tackett, M. J., Gorgens, K., Miller, M. A., & Lyman, K. H. (2022). Understanding the rehabilitation psychology specialty career pathway. Rehabilitation Psychology, 67(1), 1.

Tackett, M. J., Chopin, S. M., & Karol, R. L. (2021). Psychologist leadership on inpatient rehabilitation teams:  Organizational science in practice. Rehabilitation Psychology. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1037/rep0000408

Tackett, M. J. & Ullrich, P. Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders. In: Brenner, L. A., Reid-Arndt, S. A., Elliott, T. R.,  Frank, R. G., & Caplan, B. E. (2019). Handbook of rehabilitation psychology, (3rd Ed). APA, Washington,  DC.

Tucker, R. P., Tackett, M. J., Glickman, D., & Reger, M. A. (2019). Ethical and practical considerations in the use of a predictive model to trigger suicide prevention interventions in healthcare settings. Suicide and  Life‐Threatening Behavior, 49(2), 382-392.

Tackett, M. J., Nash, L., Nierenberg, B., Stucky, K. S. (2016). Supervision in Rehabilitation Psychology: Application of Foundational Principles. Seminar presented at Rehabilitation Psychology Annual  Conference, Atlanta, GA.

Tackett, M. J., Nash, L., Stucky, K. S., Nierenberg, B. (2016). Supervision in Rehabilitation Psychology: Application of Beatrice Wright’s Value-Laden Beliefs and Principles. Rehabilitation Psychology, 61(1),  74-81. doi: 10.1037/rep0000070.

Ullrich, P. M., Lincoln, R. L., Tackett, M. J., Miskevis, S., Smith, B.M., & Weaver, F.M. (1013). Pain, depression, and health care utilization over time after spinal cord injury. Rehabilitation Psychology, 58(2), 158-165.

Zeller, J. A. (2009). Canoeing and kayaking for people with disabilities. Fredericksburg, VA: American Canoe  Association. (Contributing author).

Tackett, M. J. (2009). Confessions of an ethics consultation line member. Washington Psychologist, 64(1), 10.

Stoelb, B. L., Jensen, M. J., Tackett, M. J. (2009).  Hypnotic analgesia for combat-related spinal cord injury  pain: A case report.  American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis,51(3):273-80

Tackett, M. J. & Lincoln, R. (2007). Development of a Peer Visitation Program for SCI Veterans and Caregivers.  VASCI QUERI (RRP 07-349) Small grant funded research.

Tackett, M. J. & Lincoln, R. (2009). Mental health conditions. In Hammond, M.C. & Burns, S.C. (Eds.) Yes, You  Can! (4th Ed., pp 141-144). Washington, DC: Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Tackett, M. J. (2009). Alcohol and substance abuse. In Hammond, M.C. & Burns, S.C. (Eds.) Yes, You  Can! (4th Ed., pp 209-214). Washington, DC: Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Tackett, M. J., Lincoln, R., & David, M. (2009). Psychosocial adjustment. In Hammond, M.C. & Burns, S.C. (Eds.)  Yes, You Can! (4th Ed., pp 131-140). Washington, DC: Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Lincoln, R. & Tackett, M. J. (2009). Pain. In Hammond, M.C. & Burns, S.C. (Eds.) Yes, You Can! (4th Ed., pp 169-172). Washington, DC: Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Lincoln, R. & Tackett, M. J. (2009). Brain injury. In Hammond, M.C. & Burns, S.C. (Eds.) Yes, You Can! (4th Ed., pp 173-178). Washington, DC: Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Lincoln, R, Tackett, J, Buhrer, R, James, J, Kopcho, MJ, Lyman, P & Rogers-Fanucchi, R. (2006). Development of  a Pain Consult Team on a SCI Unit. Poster presented at American Association of Spinal Cord Injury  Psychologists and Social Workers. Las Vegas, NV.

Tackett, M. J, Maciejewski, M. L., Richardson, R. D., Hunt, S. C., Roberts, L. & McFall, M. (2005). Predicting Costs of VA Health Care in Gulf War Veterans with Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms. Military  Medicine, 170, 70-75.

Tackett, M. J., Lincoln, R., Martell, J. & Turner, A. (September, 2003). Using the CES-D for Measuring Depression in Spinal Cord Injured Outpatients. Poster presented at the American Association of Spinal  Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers. Las Vegas, NV.

David, M., Tackett, M. J., & James, J. (September, 2002). Post-traumatic Syringomyelia: Psychosocial dilemmas in conservative management. Poster presented at the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury  Psychologists and Social Workers. Las Vegas, NV.

Riva, M. T., Lippert, L., & Tackett, M. J. (2000). Selection practices of group leaders: A national survey. Journal  for Specialists in Group Work, 25, 157-169.

Tackett, M. J. (1995). Components of a support group for HIV+/AIDS diagnosed heterosexuals.  Paper presented at the Annual Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Convention, Boulder, CO.

Sherry, P. & Tackett, M. J. (1995). Psychotherapy Supervision: Personality, Content, and Technique.  Paper  presented at the Annual Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Convention, Boulder, CO.

Tackett, M. J. & Sherry, P. (1995). The Importance of Conflict Resolution in Supervision. Paper presented at the  Annual Convention of the Colorado-Wyoming Counseling Centers Association.  Denver, CO.

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

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  • American Psychological Association
    • Division 22: Rehabilitation Psychology
  • Washington State Psychological Association
    • Congress of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals
  • Council of Rehabilitation Psychology Postdoctoral Training Programs
  • VA Puget Sound
    • Seattle Division Training Committee
    • Seattle Division Ethics Consultation Committee

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