Therapists in 97333

I strive to understanding my clients and their life as a web of interrelated parts. I find that it is most beneficial to my clients when we collaborate through an open and down-to-earth relationship, using my expertise and the client's desire for change and healing. My style is accepting, nurturing and educational. My level of directness depends on what my clients prefer. I ask for feedback on a regular basis to assure that my approaches work for my clients and that we are progressing in the right direction.

**No current openings** Perhaps you're facing new life challenges, such as a new baby, a loss, or a change in a relationship. Or maybe you have been struggling for years with family dynamics, personal identity, or mood disorders. You might be taking the courageous step to reach out for help for the first time, or you may be returning to therapy. If you're reading this, you want something to be different. You want to be heard and understood. You want to feel better now, and may also want to explore the roots of why you're feeling this way. I'd love to help you do just that.

As a counselor, I primarily work with children ages 5-17. I have experience with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation and navigating school challenges. I am child centered in my approach and I believe family systems work is imperative. I am relationship focused and believe we are all interconnected. Relationships, including the therapeutic one, affect us all and make room for growth and positive change.

The evergreen trees of Oregon gather strength from deep roots. Despite the winds and rains, conifers reach ever upwards. Conifer Wellness, rooted in central Corvallis, uses a flexible clinical approach to meet your mental health needs.

I believe counseling is a creative, collaborative process designed to promote growth and change. As a therapist, I act as guide and support to my clients in their pursuits of integration, growth, and transformation. I work with compassion, intention, and integrity. I support my clients to have the courage to be vulnerable, to recognize and utilize their strengths in service to their goals, and to develop skills to better manage the challenges they face. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and loss, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, parent/child conflicts, and family difficulties.

You have taken a big and brave first step into bettering yourself and addressing your mental well-being. I have worked with individuals from various different backgrounds and identities treating a wide array of mental conditions. In our collaborative work together, we will process and explore barriers that may be inhibiting you from your full human potential. Counseling can feel like a scary and overwhelming experience, but know that this is the first step to bettering yourself. Counseling can improve both your personal relationships with family and friends and give you a sense of fulfillment in your life.

Learning how to nurture yourself, balance your life and live the life that you love, is what we will do together. My approach is active and practical. You will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative environment where we will work together to explore your strengths, so you can the live the life that you want. I work to help you understand where you are and who you want to be while creating a "life map". While we are on our therapeutic journey, we will unpack the issues that are holding you hostage in your life, process them and allow you to become free. I can assist you in how to fully live and thrive in your life.

I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS I am a licensed professional counselor working with young adults, adults, couples, and families. I do my best work with clients seeking couples counseling, family counseling, parenting support, counseling for life transitions (divorce, loss, birth/adoption, postpartum, and relocation), and college student counseling. My goal is to meet you and your family where you are at. You are the expert on you and your family's needs.

Practice and wait-list are FULL - unable to accept new clients at this time. I work with women & children who are experiencing symptoms from the impact of trauma, loss and/or attachment-related issues. I utilize attachment focused, IFS informed EMDR. I have found that the majority of dysregulation and related symptoms (anxiety, depression, mood instability) can be effectively treated with EMDR & other effective trauma treatment modalities.

Waitlist is closed at this time. If you have been referred directly to me by a provider or from Hospice feel free to contact me further. There is a Buddhist contemplation: pain is inevitable but suffering is a choice. I don’t know if I believe that suffering is a “choice”, but there are skills that we can learn and practice that will reduce our suffering even in the midst of pain, discomfort, or unfortunate events. Together we will work to build and expand your toolbox so you may fully engage in your life.