Regence Therapists in 97754

Being able to feel comfortable opening up about the hardest parts of your life is the center-point of therapy. That is why building a strong therapeutic relationship is the primary focus of our work. I believe in a "whole person" approach to any issue that is presented. I am passionate about helping you find the most effective path to a satisfying and fulfilling lifestyle.

Watching a person experience a “light-bulb” moment and realize that their pattern of thinking and/or behavior has been a struggle for them is why I'm most passionate about being a therapist. Clients often come into their first session feeling afraid, full of shame or guilt, and a general sense of being stuck. At times, when life becomes difficult or overwhelming, and we are afraid to reach out, this can feel like we are climbing an up hill battle. With a strong and trusting relationship, a genuinely safe space, and emotional support, recovery and living life to the fullest is not just possible, but also probable.

I believe that recovery is a process which requires active, continuous involvement from the client, the therapist, and the entire treatment team. According to this belief, the four stages of recovery are hope, empowerment, self-responsibility, and establishing a meaningful role in life. The individual most responsible for a successful treatment outcome is you (the client). With your consistent effort and willingness to engage with your therapist the kind of change you are hoping for can and will occur.

Accepting New Clients in Bend! As a person, you are more than your mental health symptoms, and they impact your life in many ways. Let's work together to decrease these symptoms, to improve your overall quality of life, and get back to living the life you desire! Rediscover and unearth your strengths and apply them to improve your interpersonal relationships, make social settings more comfortable, and show up in your community in the ways you have been wanting to.

Now accepting new clients in Redmond Oregon! (Fridays/Mondays only at this time) and clients in Prineville Oregon on Mondays. I look to serve and accept new adult clientele experiencing the possible need for mental health therapy in an outpatient private practice setting. I have 10 years of background serving clients in throughout Central Oregon who have experienced Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depressive Disorders, anxiety disorders, Bipolar Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders.

Making the decision to go to a counselor/psychotherapist is a true act of courage. I honor you for taking this courageous step. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with all types of addictions ie alcohol,drugs,sex,food,gambling. I view addictions in a broader sense to include self defeating thought patterns, love/relationship addiction, hoarding, internet use, procrastination. Addictions are about avoiding pain and getting trapped in a repetitive cycle of thoughts and behaviors that result in more pain and regret. I provide my clients with a roadmap to follow as they seek to reclaim their self-esteem, integrity and joy.

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 healing, promote connection with others, reduce distress, implement healthy boundaries, and process our hurt to create a better relationship with ourselves, our stories, and our world.

I work with families, couples or individuals irrespective of diagnosis or the presenting problem. I'm interested in the person, not the label. From my perspective, psychotherapy is a collaboration. It has been referred to as the "talking cure" because it heals through conversation. Putting troubling thoughts, emotions, and memories into words enables them to be felt and understood more deeply, to be borne with greater resilience, and to facilitate wiser choices. And, the privacy, boundaries, empathy, and safety of the therapeutic relationship can enable even the most shameful and frightening feelings to be faced and worked through.