I have many years of experience working with complex family dynamics in agency work. I became a counselor in order to provide services to individuals and families who needed help with their lives. I count it a privilege to work with clients and meet people in their hour of need and sometimes in their hour of desperation. One of my greatest strengths is helping you discover solutions amidst complicated and emotional challenges that are plaguing your life. I try to meet clients right where they are, and encourage them to see a better future for their lives and families.

BEING WELL…knowing who you are as an individual. Life brings experiences that are difficult to adjust to and live peacefully. It is common to have worries in relationships, work/life balance, stressful experiences, emotional difficulties, and coping with family interactions, past or current. These worries lead to change in mood, low self-worth, and provoke negative thinking. My approach focuses on walking along beside you and focusing on your individual strengths to move through a difficult time in your life. In addition to walking along beside you, you will gain insight and awareness of your current coping skills.

My desire is to come alongside those who are hurting and help them find hope, a sense of meaning and purpose, and healing. Regardless of whether I am treating an individual, couple or family, I believe that a meaningful, authentic relationship between the client and therapist is essential to the process of healing. My goal is to create a collaborative and safe space for us to enact change in your life and a space where you feel listened to.

Are you overwhelmed, on edge, isolated, or feeling stuck? Does your life or your relationship feel out of control? You're not alone and you don't have to stay stuck. It takes a lot of courage to choose healing and growth and I am here to support you! Whether you are facing challenges like anxiety, depression, life transitions, struggling within a relationship, or considering seeking therapy for your teen or adolescent I would consider it a privilege to work with you, exactly as you are. I am committed to creating a judgment-free environment and I welcome and celebrate all identities.

You're not feeling so good about things right now, and you're running out of ideas to make it better. Maybe your relationship with a partner, family member or friend has gone sideways, leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood or alone. Maybe your relationship with yourself is struggling, weighted by negative thoughts and feelings that don't accurately reflect who you really are or who you want to be. You're not your best self right now, and you know it. You're tired of feeling this way—and you want to change it.

Sorry, I am not accepting new patients. I am keeping my practice small, to help maintain an appropriate balance between safety and services during the pandemic. At this time I am no longer accepting new patients. I will update this as things change.

Are you wanting to have a loving relationship that lasts and just can’t figure out how to maintain the relationship? Did you come from a dysfunctional home in which your role models for relationships were bad or lacking? Are you tired of blowing up at your partner or children and not knowing where that anger came from? Are you tired of apologizing for your behavior and wondering how to stop doing the same thing over and over again?

Mental health is nothing to be ashamed of. I am here to let you know that you do not have to go through this process alone. I am here to provide support whether you are experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety, loss, life transitions or even if you are just looking into working on personal goals. I am here for you! I work with an open mind and an open heart. My role as a therapist is to work collaboratively with clients to help them overcome obstacles and recognize their strengths. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for ALL clients to feel heard and accepted. ALL of your identities are welcomed here.

Anxiety is real. Grief hurts. Trauma disables. Depression fogs clarity. Communication breaks down. Coupled relationships are complex. We can process these issues together. ★ I care deeply about helping you because others have helped me. ◉ Specializing in COVID-19 mental health impact studies. My life's goal to help people develop insight, life-skills & mastery to move from "life sucks" toward life success. Internationally trained conflict negotiator. ➳ Click to "Email Me" or Call. I'm here to help you. ** At this time, I can only accept Yamhill County YCCO (OHP) insurance

You are here today, on this site, reading my profile, choosing to take a chance on making a change in your life. Seeking help from a total stranger for something so personal is really brave. I see that. Over the last several years, I have walked beside adults, children, families, and couples as they worked to overcome everyday challenges that kept them from living their best lives. Anxiety, depression, finances, school performance, behavior challenges, relationships, mood changes, gender and sexual identity, are all things we can work on together in a safe and welcoming environment.

In my work with adults and older teens I have experience in dealing with life's difficulties such as divorce, relationships, substance abuse, parenting, trauma, and grief which interfere with daily living. I believe that in each person exists personal strengths and self determination that can be used as a source of help to let go of self-defeating learned behaviors, improve problem solving, and develop insight that can lead to lasting change.

Currently, I am not accepting new patients. Life is a journey, one never knows when there might be a twist that could be overwhelming, uncomfortable, or consuming. Sometimes we need someone who is unbiased to share those twists, and it takes courage to reach out for professional help. Are you trying to navigate life living with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you feel discouraged, unappreciated, or alone in your life? Are you struggling with turmoil in relationships? It is my passion to walk beside you to help you develop self-compassion, mindfulness, conflict resolution, and inner strengths.

No one knows the pain you are going through. You try really hard, but there are times when you feel disconnected from everything, everyone, and even yourself. You are overwhelmed, fatigued, irritable, getting little sleep, and with difficulty concentrating on simple tasks. The spark you felt is gone. You fear for your future, and finding joy has become a daily struggle. Nothing seems to matter anymore. To make the situation worse, you keep hearing from friends that it’s time to move on, that you have everything, and that you need to be strong. But how can you do that if you feel so alone, with no idea of where to start?

Is life giving you a beating? Do you feel like you've been derailed? Sometimes you might need a helping hand to get back on track. Or maybe you don't even remember ever being "on track," but you'd like to develop a life of inner peace and meaning. Whatever the case, I'm here for you. Some of my areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma, identity, self-esteem, life transitions, spiritual concerns, premarital counseling, and relationship struggles. I also work with individuals who experience hallucinations.

At Journey to Renewal, we provide individual and family counseling to people of all ages and identities. Our therapists promote wellness and general well being from a mindful and holistic approach, rather than a diseased or disordered orientation. We offer integrative, trauma-informed counseling, working with clients to determine goals and what approaches work best for them.

You can take control of your life. You don't have to live a life suffering from trauma or addiction. You don't have to feel isolated or scared anymore. Finding the right therapist to start your journey isn't easy. I have a wide range of treatment options awaiting anyone willing to take the first steps towards a new start.

My goal is to help make counseling feel comfortable, safe, and at your pace. We will work collaboratively to help you find your strength, feel empowered and confident, and rediscover meaning and purpose in your life. Talking through past or present tough experiences or hurts can be difficult. It’s tempting to try and ignore them or minimize how they are impacting you. Therapy can be a safe space to help you take the time needed to address your feelings in a way that will help you truly heal from the hurt, and discover how to engage with yourself in a healthy way that enables you to move forward.

I am a bilingual therapist and I'm excited to work with individuals, families, and couples who are in search of a positive change in their life. In addition, I enjoy working with parents that are mandated to have therapeutic supervised visits with their children. To conclude, I work with client that require a mental health evaluation "hardship letter" for immigration purposes.

I specialize in couples and family therapy and working with adolescents. I also offer testing services, performing assessments for educational, developmental or forensic needs. For many years I have been offering support and compassion to my clients as I have worked with them to find solutions to a wide range of life's problems. My approach is practical and solution focused. I begin by helping each client tackle their immediate challenges, developing their strengths and helping to make the needed internal and environmental changes necessary for long lasting results and healing. I look forward to talking with you.