Therapists in 97702

**Taking new clients** Hello! I am licensed in both Oregon and Idaho and look forward to meeting you! I believe that every individual has the capacity to heal and grow regardless of how deep the wounds, that no one is broken beyond repair. However, sometimes we find ourselves moving through life in a way that is hindering our potential or no longer serving us well, which can often be the catalyst for seeking counseling. I am dedicated to seeking out ways to educate myself in decolonizing my practice and life. I will meet you where you are and work with you to find the balance you are seeking. Poly and kink affirming.

Chronic stress and traumatic events can leave us stuck in "fight or flight" mode, where we find ourselves constantly triggered. In this state, we may not recognize that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are directly related to the alarm signals going off in our brain. Mental health and physical health can both improve when we respond appropriately to stress and address the other effects of trauma. When we are balanced instead of triggered, our responses reflect our true selves and we can have more connnecting relationships with others.

My clients tend to be women and men who have lived largely functional lives according to our culture. But something changed. Perhaps they experienced spiritual well-being through yoga, meditation, nature, or personal growth books/workshops, and now want to integrate this into their relationships, work, and everyday lives. Or maybe they had a major life change such as divorce, empty nest, or retirement and now need to reevaluate and reinvent their lives. They view coaching or psychotherapy as a collaborative process of discovery and just need guidance and support to create a new way of being that aligns with the life they aspire to.

We are a team of practitioners who specialize in therapy, counseling and mental healthcare for children, teens, adults, families and couples who are ready to heal and thrive now.

I am a highly skilled therapist with over 15 years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have extensive experience and training in working with children and families, many with complex challenges that require a highly skilled clinician. I draw from attachment theory, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics (brain based treatment) to create an intervention that is tailored to the family, child, or individual that I am treating.

I help people who feel off balance, anxious, & sad. When you need a safe place to discuss what is bothering you. Get support so you can figure out how to feel better and more connected. If you have suffered a loss, are dealing with difficulties in your relationships, career, health issues or past trauma, I offer respectful support. As you find new insights on the situation, you'll find the relief you have been hungry for. Learn to respond effectively to difficulties, make decisions, handle challenges in relationships, and develop a healthy self image. Gain valuable tools that you can use for a lifetime.

Visit my website at: www.anderson-counseling.com. My philosophy of counseling is based on a collaborative approach such that clients and I work together to identify, clarify and accomplish goals as a team. I believe that balance is an important aspect of wellness and so I am a strong advocate for the health of the entire person: mind, body and spirit. Others describe me as down-to- earth, easy to talk to, compassionate and professional. Whether you are wanting relief from uncomfortable symptoms or to improve your performance in some area of your life, I would like to help. Evening/weekend appointments also available.

I am a Pacific Source Health Plan provider as well as an OHP Pacific Source provider for Central Oregon clients with an office in Bend Oregon. I apologize that I am not a provider for the greater Portland area at this time. I am licensed in Oregon and California and available online for clients in both states for Counseling support. I offer flexible daytime, evening and weekend appointments. I've had the great pleasure of supporting wounded hearts since 1997.

**Virtual Therapy** In this unique time of uncertainty there are many moments of anxiety and uncertainty. Don't do it alone! If you are struggling please reach out and get the support you need to navigate this time. I have been helping others for 29 years. I am a Clinical Psychologist trained in many different modalities. My life experience combined with my training and education has equipped me to serve a variety of people. I work effectively with people challenged by traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, social fears, relationship problem or low self-esteem. I have a strong interest in the spiritual dimensions of growth.

Deschutes Wilderness Therapy is designed for struggling youth needing immediate and longer-term treatment, and combines a challenging wilderness experience with an intensive clinical immersion. Our intervention services are designed to be a catalyst for positive change by fostering an encouraging atmosphere with an emphasis on safety, family involvement, and mastery. Deschutes Wilderness offers individualized treatment plans and optional psychological evaluations, as well as addressing family dynamics and academic needs.

I welcome adult clients bringing relationship issues, personal life challenges, eager for personal growth, experiencing anxiety or depression, or needing healing from life trauma experiences. I integrate a variety of approaches best suited to your reason for coming to counseling combined with your own internal resources and strengths. My work is heavily informed by interpersonal neurobiology, attachment psychology, somatic engagement, developmental psychology, and experiential psychology rooted in focused mindfulness. Mindfulness is an evidence-based approach which enhances the effectiveness of all psychological interventions.

Thank you for being here! You have taken the first steps toward a different way of living. Your action to move toward healing is already a sign that you are and yet we all need support from time to time. Often, challenging or traumatic experiences debilitate our intuitive nature and create a disconnection from our true self. I work collaboratively with clients to re-inhabit their body in ways that create an internal environment of security and possibility. Folks who are seeking something outside the traditional ways of engaging in therapy are welcome here.

Over the last two decades working with youth in the school setting I’ve come to believe two things are true - young people do their best to navigate life and it's difficult at times! As a parent, if you are here it is because you sense the need for the young person in your life to have additional support on their journey and you have the courage to partner with a professional to get it. You may be looking for support in emotional regulation, managing behaviors, overcoming school challenges, improving relationships, relief from anxiety or depression, or navigating divorce or grief and loss. I'm experienced on this path.

Engaging a Mindfulness-based, cognitive approach can greatly benefit anyone exploring lifespan challenges and/or their journey towards personal growth. The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself. Specializing in couples and individual counseling, I have over 24 years of experience addressing marital issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. In addition to being a psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, I also provide a space (drumming circles) for individuals and/or groups to experience a healing approach through sound and self-expression.

I value the strength of relationship and connection and the impact they can have when working through thoughts, emotions and behaviors. While honoring the uniqueness of each person's journey towards change, I consider my role to be a facilitator of self-discovery, a change agent for helping to detach from old patterns, and a supportive guide towards one's authentic well-being. Working together in a setting that provides both safety and freedom, it is my honor to assist you in discovering the answers and solutions within to connect with your true, genuine self. Your journey awaits!

Making the choice to seek help is incredibly brave, and finding a counselor can be overwhelming. I aim to make the process as safe and effortless as possible, providing individual, family, and couples counseling. We all have a right to belong, be respected, and feel heard and understood. If you experience anxiety, depression, shame, grief and loss, have had traumatic experiences, or relationship difficulties, counseling may help.Together we can find heaingl, promote connection with others, reduce distress, implement healthy boundaries, and process our hurt to create a better relationship with ourselves, our stories, and others.

Do you ever feel like something is missing or just not right? Do you experience stress, worry or difficult emotions around relationships, work, family or school? I believe all people have strength, wisdom, courage and compassion within, sometimes we need help finding the good stuff to support our healing. My primary aim is to validate the courage required to ask for help and work with clients to co-create a safe space to seek deeper understanding of self, find ways to activate (or reactivate) personal strengths, and experience more calm and confidence on the personal healing journey.

Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.