Anxiety Therapists in Chinatown, Portland, OR

Anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma make it so difficult to be present in your life. If you feel alternately numb, exhausted, or overwhelmed, I can help. Deepen your understanding of how your body holds stress and anxiety to learn new ways to respond. Addressing trauma and anxiety with body awareness helps to stop negative thoughts or a harsh inner narrative. We will use effective tools for processing overwhelming emotions in order to support you to feel grounded. With a foundation of self-trust and self-compassion, you are more effective and open to life. I work with couples and individuals.

My passion is helping people heal and grow through difficult experiences, such as loss, trauma and life stressors. Through over 20 years of working with grief and trauma, I have come to believe in the healing power of sharing our stories. In addition, I believe good counseling helps us move us out of "stuck" patterns of unhelpful coping and into a state of thriving in our relationships, work and life pursuits. I specialize in treating grief and life transitions, but also work extensively with relationship challenges, illness, depression, anxiety, stress and issues related to wellness.

Albert Einstein said, “You cannot solve a problem with the same mind that created it.” As a clinical social worker I am orientated to how one copes in the environment they’re in. But what if there is more to ourselves and the world than we believe? Like Dorothy pulling back the curtain and finding the real Oz, I had my first significant peek beyond my assumptions in 2018 after years of depth practice and meditation. I knew instantly none of the negative stories I feared about myself were true and that I was intrinsically whole and complete. I was filled with joy, and my life hasn’t been the same. This is available to you too.

Seeking therapy is an act of courage when your life is not working, when you are feeling overwhelming emotions, or are ready to grow. With over 35 years of experience, I work skillfully with adults, children, families & couples. I am here to compassionately facilitate your learning to live your life with emotional freedom, purpose, creativity, passion & joy! Get in touch with the strength & beauty of your Inner Self & develop more satisfying relationships. Examine your thinking & beliefs & develop mindfulness, transforming your moods & your life. I use a gentle therapeutic style which is an eclectic, psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal & holistic wellness approach.

In my work with you, I will focus on finding creative solutions to your unmet life-needs. I work with individuals needing help with Anxiety Disorders, Couples Counseling, ADHD and Gifted populations and more. My clients consistently describe me as warm, interactive, compassionate, and effective. My approach is practical, solutions-focused, highlighting both your strengths and growth areas for more adaptive living. Your treatment will include evidence-based treatments that are efficient and effective, such as: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), Exposure Therapy and Biofeedback.

I integrate current research and traditional approaches to help clients reduce distress, improve daily functioning, and find fulfillment. Many clients I work with benefit from learning specific skills for stress management and interpersonal effectiveness. Others explore broader issues related to clarifying values and personal growth.

I appreciate you taking the time to learn about me & consider working together. Licensed as a clinical psychologist since 2006, I've accompanied adults, teens, & older adults through many situations & feelings - including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, parenting, aging, substance use, & navigating neurodivergence (attention deficit & autistic spectrum disorders). My goal is that you gain a better understanding of the situation and yourself, implement new strategies and skills to successfully manage the transition, and emerge with greater confidence to journey through future life events.

Kristi has over 23 years of experience providing therapeutic interventions across the lifespan. She received her Masters degree from Syracuse University, and spent 10 years in community mental health in Northern NY. For the past 12 years she has been a part of a large group practice individual therapy to adults. Her primary interest is working with adult individuals who are struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief and life stage changes. Kristi welcomes diverse populations and works to provide a safe space for anyone seeking therapy.

I help Millennials and Gen-Z individuals have more satisfying relationships and build self-esteem. When we first begin therapy, my clients feel like their relationships are lacking. They’re having issues with family, friends, and partners. They wonder why they keep having the same experiences in relationships, and what they can do about it. They wish they knew why things keep playing out in the same way. They feel like they’re not good enough, and that it’s their fault. All too often, they blame themselves for the struggles that they’re experiencing.

I help women and their partners recover from anxiety and trauma, learn to trust themselves, and create the love relationships and friendships they long for. I also help folks in intimate partnerships learn to communicate about hard topics, recover from the betrayal of affairs, and grow more intimacy. If you are exhausted from the constant anxiety of trying to be perfect or you feel hopeless about finding a partner or getting your needs met in the partnership you are in...read on!

Experiencing depression or anxiety while going through a significant life transition can be overwhelming and disorienting. From starting a new job to stepping into retirement. It is normal to feel self-doubt and uncertainty in new situations. During these times, we often recognize negative or other unhelpful ways of thinking that are getting in our way but we don't know how to change them. My goal is to guide you towards stepping into the next phase of your life with a greater understanding of who you are and increased fulfillment. From finding more self-confidence to developing better relationships with family and friends.

My approach is collaborative with a focus on building awareness and flexibility in coping styles, with the goal of decreasing symptoms as quickly as possible. My training and approach include cognitive behavioral therapy, gestalt therapy, developmental theories, dialectical behavior therapy, and crisis/trauma-informed theories. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with first responders, healthcare workers, and other mental health providers.

Accepting New Clients - Telehealth/Virtual/In-person. My name is Steve. I am a licensed social worker in Oregon with a background in community mental health, addictions, co-occurring problems, crisis response, and the navigation of complex human emotions. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards building lasting change. I am here to support & empower you on that path. As a licensed therapist in Oregon since 2008, my experiences assisting individuals and families from all walks of life range across the life span from childhood through older adulthood.

Dealing with anxiety, trauma, and stress can significantly affect your daily life, impacting your relationships, work, and self-esteem. These experiences can lead to feelings of isolation, making it challenging to find a way forward. My practice is specifically aimed at individuals who are ready to confront these issues directly, seeking not just symptom management but a deeper understanding and transformation of their relationship with these conditions. This approach is designed for those looking to regain control and find peace in their lives

** Immediate Openings **** Are you ready to take the first step to heal from past trauma? Have you experienced unhealthy relationship patterns? Regardless, if that hurt happened in childhood, from a past relationship, or is currently present in your life, all struggles are valid and deserve attention. I'm here to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to grow, gain insight, and help you along your journey toward healing and change.

Do you want to improve your quality of life? Are symptoms of stress, anxiety, or depression preventing you from living your life to its fullest potential? Do you feel trapped in an unhealthy relationship? Are you overwhelmed, burnt out, or juggling multiple roles? Counseling can support you through these challenges! I will create a safe therapeutic environment where you can be heard, feel understood, and work towards positive growth. You will learn practical tools to reach your goals based on your individual needs. I approach counseling from a client-driven and strengths-based perspective.

We all have the innate capacity to heal if we are allowed the space in which to do so. But many of us were raised in environments that didn't allow us to fully express ourselves - instead, we we're taught to think a certain way, to act a certain way, and to ignore our internal experience. In the work we do together, I allow my clients space to tune into their bodies, identify emotions, and engage in full emotional expression. They learn to cultivate a compassionate relationship with the parts of themselves that have long been ignored or rejected and through this experience, not only heal, but learn to thrive.

I specialize in working with young adults with a range of concerns, including trauma, adult ADHD, relationships, anxiety, depression, and gender/sexual identity concerns. My style is warm, collaborative, and strength-based. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for healing and growth, thus I strive to create an empathically attuned environment that facilitates deeper self-understanding, emotional awareness and acceptance, and creative problem-solving to help you move forward.

Currently I work with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, addictions, and grief. While I have received training in a number of approaches, my goal is to offer you interventions and tools that best fit for you. I am most influenced by IFS, DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, and Expressive Art Therapy. I look through the lens of trauma, and I take a behaviorally specific approach to support experiences of transformation into long term change and growth. You can expect to have tools and skills to practice in between session to support your work.