Strength-Based Therapists in 97225

I am a solution focused therapist who provides treatment for a variety of emotional-social difficulties, including mood disorders, couples counseling, parenting, work conflict and addictions. I have a tremendous amount of respect for clients and their courage to share vulnerable aspects of their lives. I work with men, women, college students, couples, and families to help develop healthy coping skills. I appreciate and respect my clients in their journey to understand themselves and find greater peace in their lives.

My goal is to support the whole person in their desire to identify strengths, address their struggles, and to encourage growth. My relational approach includes helping create a safe place in which you feel like you can start the change process. Issues range from impulsivity, anxiety, emotional regulation, unhealthy coping tools, and difficulties working through trauma. I can assist this process with creating genuine connections to begin addressing emotional regulation tactics, stress reduction, psychoeducation of trauma and the brain, and cognitive restructuring.

Hello! My name is Chelsea and I work at COFT. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the scientific research that acknowledges we are all vibration. All that has occurred in our life is the result of the frequency that is or has been emitted from us. Our beliefs about ourselves and others create a vibrational frequency which, in turn, creates our reality and sometimes that reality is one of negativity and feeling like a victim of life. My passion is to help you feel empowered and remember who you are, an infinite creator who has the capability to create the life you desire, even when that feels absolutely impossible.

Are you dealing with family of origin or generational issues that you can't seem to work through? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the world and navigating challenging family dynamics? Does the world feel like a lot of pressure on your heart and mind, or feel like you're not enough? That's where our work together starts. Our sessions will be collaborative, strengths-based, and non-judgmental, and we'll work from a family systems and feminist lens. It is important that you feel safe going into this new chapter, and I am glad we're here together.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Offering online therapy & in- office visits. Your child's anxiety and depression may have increased with isolation from friends, adjustment to online schooling, and disruption in schedule. Maybe you're a parent or caregiver who is frustrated with your child/teen's behavior at home? May be you are a parent who is overwhelmed and wants to parent mindfully. May be your child is struggling with anxiety &depression, and you are unsure how to help them and need a holistic approach. You may have noticed your child struggling with self regulation, high anxiety, sadness, anger issues, ADHD, and learning difficulties.

We often hope that negative and unhelpful feelings and behaviors will go away on their own, and while some do, others seem to linger and make life more difficult. As a counselor who embraces Emotion-Focused and Attachment Therapy, there is an opportunity to change unhelpful feelings into ones that empower and motivate you toward success and healing. With a passion for working with all people looking for help and healing, I strive to provide an atmosphere where everyone will feel welcomed, heard, and encouraged in each session. I offer holistic and personalized counseling to fit your unique needs and those of your loved ones.

Fiona Chen, LCSW, has been working in the mental health field for over 15 years. She is passionate in enhancing clients self care, self esteem, and self motivation, by using a compassionate and non-judgmental approach. She believes in empowering individuals to identify and achieve their goals. She has a multicultural background and is fluent in English and Chinese, providing mental health care to the populations in Hong Kong, Washington DC, and Portland, OR.

As human beings, we are incredibly resilient but weathering the storms of life can be difficult at times without additional support. Counseling can provide an outlet that allows us to explore our pain and gain an understanding of our true Self. I take an integrative, holistic, and trauma-informed approach to counseling. Using a warm and open approach, together we will work to discover the resources you hold within you to promote healing and growth. I have experience working with survivors of both childhood and adult trauma.

If you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships or you feel you are not living the life you were meant to live, I can help you. Perhaps you want to resolve indecision in some area of your life. Or you realize that you need help with anxiety or depression. Some people seek counseling when they have a problem controlling their behavior, such as drinking or arguing. Whatever your reason for wanting to change, please don’t wait to get yourself living the life you envision. Many people have experienced the changes you seek and I am looking forward to being a part of your success.

"Contacting a therapist for the first time can be uncomfortable regardless of the challenges you may be facing. I am here to help!! " I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals. I believe the foundation of therapy is to develop a safe and trusting relationship. Because each client is unique and has their own story, I strive to understand my clients through a holistic lens. Together we will create a treatment plan that is tailored to meet your needs, hopes and desired goals.

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 am passionate about being able to provide a mix of traditional and art therapy therapeutic components. I utilize a variety of modalities and interventions with a focus on creating a therapeutic connection blending Art Therapy (AT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), skills training, and mindfulness techniques. I am a firm believer that the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors create the lens from which we see the world. The way we feel about a situation “colors” our thoughts and perceptions. As an art therapist, I strive to help others add different "colors" to their situation.

Since no two people are the same, no treatment should look the same. I believe in individualizing the counseling experience to the client and their unique needs. Thus, I practice with a trans-theoretical model or across theories. I take into account your readiness for change, your strengths, and your developmental level to create a working relationship that allows for growth and resilience building. Some approaches I have utilized in the past include Wellness Based Counseling, EcoWellness/ EcoTherapy, Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy.

Sometimes you go through an experience and it completely changes your life, and sometimes all the little stresses add up to one big obstacle. Either way, nothing feels as good as it used to, and you constantly find yourself trapped in the past or worrying about the future. You deserve a life that's free of constant emotional turmoil, and therapy can be a way to process unwanted memories, emotions, and thoughts. I won't promise you that the entire process of therapy will be easy, and I won't tell you that I can fix you; you are not a problem to be solved. What I can do is move alongside you as you shift toward the life you want.

Accepting New Clients. < >Feeling overwhelmed by the weight of stress, anxiety, or navigating life's twists and turns? As a licensed professional counselor, I'm here to support you through these challenges. I offer a nonjudgmental space to help you overcome difficulties and work towards your desired goals. Together, we can navigate through these experiences and explore pathways to a more fulfilling life.

If you are feeling; stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, not like yourself, depressed and anxious more than you’d like, burnt out with no energy left, or isolated and lonely even in the midst of your busy life, then I am so glad you’re here and it’s time for a change. My goal is to help you find balance and feel happy and satisfied with your life. In a safe, therapeutic space with me, we will work on your communication so you can feel more connected to the people you care about. I want you to feel more confident and competent with increased positive thoughts and feelings through our work together.

My name is Jessica Padnick and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with adult individuals and couples to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. I want to collaborate with you to increase mindful awareness of what is or is not working in your life, explore core values, and work together toward your goals. Together we can practice strategies to address current issues while also exploring and addressing root causes underlying symptoms.

Thriving in a world torn apart by broken relationships, unmet expectations, and ongoing heartache can seem like a far off dream. While navigating the ups and downs of life can be challenging, I believe God uses our pain to help us see ourselves, to see God, and to see others more accurately. I am passionate about helping people move from brokenness and sorrow to hope and restoration, and I believe that this journey is not meant to be an independent one. I’m here as a companion for this journey to help you to uncover your God-given identity, and embrace a healthy sense of self.

Being a person is hard. Managing demands of work or school, relationships, family, life changes, and finances all while trying to take care of your heart, mind, body, and soul can feel impossible. It's even harder when you constantly feel anxious, overstimulated, or down and depressed with little relief. Burnout is also on the rise and especially for those in helping professions. On top of this, it is often we carry the unhelpful narratives from past experiences with us through our daily life. If you resonate with any of these challenges, you are not alone, and I am hopeful there are options to help you feel better.