Hispanic and Latino Therapists in 97225

Hi, my name is Maureen (Mow-den)! I am Latina, born to parents that immigrated from Guatemala and Costa Rica as young adults. I was born in San Diego, CA and raised in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I am a first-generation college graduate and mother of 3 young children. I work with adults and youth ages 12 and up. I am especially passionate about serving the Latino Community and can provide services in Spanish as it is my first language.

Orchid Pediatrics, located in Portland, Oregon, specializes in behavioral and developmental pediatrics. Board-certified pediatrician Joy Eberhardt, MD, FAAP, provides care to children and teens with access to in-person care in Portland and virtual telemedicine visits for people throughout Oregon and Washington. Orchid Pediatrics is honored to offer gender-affirming care, welcoming LGBTQ+ youth and people of all races and from every walk of life. The team meets each person’s unique needs through a whole-child approach that supports them at every phase of childhood and adolescence.

I approach therapy from a practical perspective: part of our work together will be to help you determine what changes you want to make, and get started with some practical actions (yes, homework!). Most of my clients can expect to start seeing improvement within 2-3 sessions, and sometimes even after the first session. My work is collaborative with you, in other words, we are a team toward the goal of finding the wellness within you.

Are you stressed? Are you overwhelmed? Are you a father/husband struggling with your day-to-day responsibilities? Are you a man or woman dealing with depression, anxiety, or going through various life changes? If so I can help. Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? If so I can help. Are you a youth, in need of support as you navigate through school, peer pressure, parental expectations or facing life ahead? I currently offer individual therapy to adults and youth. I currently work with individuals only.

You've let go of the toxic relationship, addictive behavior, and self defeating patterns, and you want to remain empowered, strong, supported through it all. You seek someone you can talk to, someone other than friend or family. Whether you're recovering from a break-up or a major life event like Pandemic or career change, it's time to build support and concrete skills for the healthy, authentic life you've always desired.

I hold certificates in CBT trauma for children and adults, have worked with domestic violence groups, as well as participated in parenting groups and helped lead emotionally focused groups for children ages 5 to 12. I have also counseled couples through issues of trust, dysfunction, and infidelity. In the coming months I look to complete certificate programs in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR, a trauma/PTSD focused protocol), geriatric populations and their unique issues and challenges, as well as refine my trauma skills by continuing in trauma focused interventions through CBT as well as art therapy.

I support adults who struggle with being their full, authentic selves in navigating challenging systems and relationships. Clients often come to me worried that by making meaningful changes in their lives, they are being selfish. They might find themselves in work environments that are unsupportive, relationships they feel unfulfilled by, and friendships that seem unbalanced. It's a frustrating cycle, and they want their lives to be different, but are unsure how. I also have an extensive background working with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC populations.

Are you out of balance? Not fully present: stuck in the past or dread the future? Do you want to feel comfortable with yourself and live authentically so you enjoy time alone and with others? I can help you move beyond talk therapy and learn to communicate with your timeless, internal wisdom; to integrate your body, heart and soul so you respond rather than react to life situations. Therapies I offer include Somatic Experiencing and EMDR (Eye Movement Densisitization Reprocessing) for trauma healing, depth psychology and dream work to uncover your unconscious strengths to navigate life with purpose and joy.