Couples Counseling Therapists in Hood River, OR
John Christopher Burton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hood River, OR 97031
Waitlist for new clients
My primary focus is couple therapy. I am a trained Certified EFT Therapist. EFT stands for Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and is far and away the best treatment for couples. I have successfully treated couples who struggled with communication issues, infidelity, childhood trauma, attachment concerns, and emotional disconnect. As an EFT therapist I have worked with many couples in which one of the partners has ADHD. I also treat trauma using EMDR therapy with individuals and in the couple setting.
My primary focus is couple therapy. I am a trained Certified EFT Therapist. EFT stands for Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and is far and away the best treatment for couples. I have successfully treated couples who struggled with communication issues, infidelity, childhood trauma, attachment concerns, and emotional disconnect. As an EFT therapist I have worked with many couples in which one of the partners has ADHD. I also treat trauma using EMDR therapy with individuals and in the couple setting.
John Sell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hood River, OR 97031
I work with people across the lifespan. I specialize in working with trauma, parents and children, and couples. My approach to therapy is centered on you, the client. I rely on you to teach me about your life and tell me what it is you hope to change. We can then work together on understanding how symptoms have developed with particular attention on emotions, relationships, and your experiences. Understanding can then lead to clarity which in turn can lead to change and growth. In addition to therapy, I provide consultation to therapists with particular emphasis on Family Systems and Psychodynamic Theories.
I work with people across the lifespan. I specialize in working with trauma, parents and children, and couples. My approach to therapy is centered on you, the client. I rely on you to teach me about your life and tell me what it is you hope to change. We can then work together on understanding how symptoms have developed with particular attention on emotions, relationships, and your experiences. Understanding can then lead to clarity which in turn can lead to change and growth. In addition to therapy, I provide consultation to therapists with particular emphasis on Family Systems and Psychodynamic Theories.
Those that I work with describe me as receptive, kind, extremely engaged and at times even challenging. I am not a passive listener; my therapy work takes the form of an active, two-way dialogue. While my style is compassionate, informal, and truly nonjudgmental, I believe it is often essential for our default positions to be explored within a safe context. Good therapy provides the help of someone trained to see and artfully communicate what we sometimes cannot see ourselves. The therapeutic relationship must be compassionate, open-hearted, and enjoyable, yet honest.
Those that I work with describe me as receptive, kind, extremely engaged and at times even challenging. I am not a passive listener; my therapy work takes the form of an active, two-way dialogue. While my style is compassionate, informal, and truly nonjudgmental, I believe it is often essential for our default positions to be explored within a safe context. Good therapy provides the help of someone trained to see and artfully communicate what we sometimes cannot see ourselves. The therapeutic relationship must be compassionate, open-hearted, and enjoyable, yet honest.
I have experience working with self harm and suicidal thinking, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship dynamics.
I believe that the experiences we go through in life shape us, the people around us impact us, and I believe that the process of growing is a life long journey. I practice psychodynamic therapy informed by person centered ways of relating. That’s just a fancy way to say that I think your life impacts who you are, how you behave and feel, and that an empathetic, supportive relationship is the best place to work on the change you want to see.
I have experience working with self harm and suicidal thinking, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship dynamics.
I believe that the experiences we go through in life shape us, the people around us impact us, and I believe that the process of growing is a life long journey. I practice psychodynamic therapy informed by person centered ways of relating. That’s just a fancy way to say that I think your life impacts who you are, how you behave and feel, and that an empathetic, supportive relationship is the best place to work on the change you want to see.
I have special focus and extensive training in Emotion-Focused Couple therapy (EFT-C), an evidence-based approach that helps in improving emotional communication between partners.
We all have the capacity to heal and make deep and lasting change; my practice is dedicated to offering emotional skills with the warmth and acceptance that nurtures change. I have years of experience helping children, adolescents, and families, with a focus on helping individuals of all ages heal from distressing and traumatic circumstances and the depression and anxiety that can follow. I am comfortable in helping with short-term stressors, or long-term personal growth. I believe that every person is strong, capable, and has the innate ability to grow, have loving relationships, and feel free and alive.
I have special focus and extensive training in Emotion-Focused Couple therapy (EFT-C), an evidence-based approach that helps in improving emotional communication between partners.
We all have the capacity to heal and make deep and lasting change; my practice is dedicated to offering emotional skills with the warmth and acceptance that nurtures change. I have years of experience helping children, adolescents, and families, with a focus on helping individuals of all ages heal from distressing and traumatic circumstances and the depression and anxiety that can follow. I am comfortable in helping with short-term stressors, or long-term personal growth. I believe that every person is strong, capable, and has the innate ability to grow, have loving relationships, and feel free and alive.
Jonathan Chiaravalle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hood River, OR 97031 (Online Only)
My work and professional interests have been in the treatment of relationship issues, depression, sexuality issues and the concerns of families and groups.
Working in the field of human services since 1988, I bring an understanding and experience around the issues of relationships, sexuality, depression, anxiety, teen life issues and transitions. I work with these issues because our culture does not address them in helpful ways. I help and encourage you to develop tools and skills for success in your life.
Using tools from a mindful, humanistic & cognitive/behavioral orientation, we work together to help you focus on your situation and what will work to create change/healing in your life. I work with individuals and couples.
My work and professional interests have been in the treatment of relationship issues, depression, sexuality issues and the concerns of families and groups.
Working in the field of human services since 1988, I bring an understanding and experience around the issues of relationships, sexuality, depression, anxiety, teen life issues and transitions. I work with these issues because our culture does not address them in helpful ways. I help and encourage you to develop tools and skills for success in your life.
Using tools from a mindful, humanistic & cognitive/behavioral orientation, we work together to help you focus on your situation and what will work to create change/healing in your life. I work with individuals and couples.
Bettina G Jensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hood River, OR 97031
I have training in helping couples through challenging times and invite people who have entered into bi-cultural unions.
If you are struggling with relationships in your life, maybe with your intimate partner/ spouse or family members, or perhaps at work, you might feel the need to talk with someone. I am a psychotherapist practicing in Oregon and Washington, and in Europe. I enjoy assisting people in the exploration of new ways to manage challenges that invariably arise in life. If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or if you are experiencing activation related to past traumatic events I can help you learn new ways of relating to yourself and to others.
I have training in helping couples through challenging times and invite people who have entered into bi-cultural unions.
If you are struggling with relationships in your life, maybe with your intimate partner/ spouse or family members, or perhaps at work, you might feel the need to talk with someone. I am a psychotherapist practicing in Oregon and Washington, and in Europe. I enjoy assisting people in the exploration of new ways to manage challenges that invariably arise in life. If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or if you are experiencing activation related to past traumatic events I can help you learn new ways of relating to yourself and to others.
I focus on the counseling relationship itself to begin because that is the very best place to start! You as the client will be in the drivers seat and together we find the techniques that best suite you.
WHEN YOU JUST NEED SOMEONE TO HEAR YOUR STORY. I am a faith-based counselor committed to helping my clients find solutions for the places they may feel "stuck". My training allows me to work with young children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Together we would utilize a collaborative approach to help you meet your goals. I am a professional counselor associate in both Oregon and Washington.
I focus on the counseling relationship itself to begin because that is the very best place to start! You as the client will be in the drivers seat and together we find the techniques that best suite you.
WHEN YOU JUST NEED SOMEONE TO HEAR YOUR STORY. I am a faith-based counselor committed to helping my clients find solutions for the places they may feel "stuck". My training allows me to work with young children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Together we would utilize a collaborative approach to help you meet your goals. I am a professional counselor associate in both Oregon and Washington.
I truly enjoy my work supporting people to feel more integrated, free to be fully themselves and more fulfilled in relationship.
I work with individuals, couples and families of all different ages and backgrounds. As a depth oriented and relational therapist, I use inner work, self-awareness techniques, parts work (IFS), dreamwork, relationship work, art, conflict resolution and communication techniques. My work helps individuals heal personal and intergenerational trauma, and find a greater sense of wholeness through the integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I am a good listener and follow closely the unfolding process of my clients. My work is deeply inspired by nature and helps clients seek insight from the balance of elements in the natural world.
I truly enjoy my work supporting people to feel more integrated, free to be fully themselves and more fulfilled in relationship.
I work with individuals, couples and families of all different ages and backgrounds. As a depth oriented and relational therapist, I use inner work, self-awareness techniques, parts work (IFS), dreamwork, relationship work, art, conflict resolution and communication techniques. My work helps individuals heal personal and intergenerational trauma, and find a greater sense of wholeness through the integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I am a good listener and follow closely the unfolding process of my clients. My work is deeply inspired by nature and helps clients seek insight from the balance of elements in the natural world.
Jane E Kepner
Psychologist, MDiv, PhD
Verified Verified
Hood River, OR 97031
Waitlist for new clients
Anyone seeking knowledge, development, and relief from anxiety and depression is a candidate for Jungian therapy and possibly analysis. Those who are willing to engage in active dialogue with the energies of both the inner and outer worlds discover new or renewed life. It is a journey of soul work. Jungian analysis seeks to orient you to the original and whole Self you are, in both your higher development and in relationship to the world and others.
Anyone seeking knowledge, development, and relief from anxiety and depression is a candidate for Jungian therapy and possibly analysis. Those who are willing to engage in active dialogue with the energies of both the inner and outer worlds discover new or renewed life. It is a journey of soul work. Jungian analysis seeks to orient you to the original and whole Self you are, in both your higher development and in relationship to the world and others.
Lori E Mazenko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hood River, OR 97031
You've taken the first step to wellness by looking for a therapist. It can be difficult to find just the right match. You're ready to make a change - I can assist you. My desire is to help you understand core issues that are creating challenges in your life, find ways to cope more satisfactorily, make your desired changes, discover new options and make informed choices. I believe that the fit between client and therapist is important in making changes. I enjoy coming alongside people who have decided it's time to live life to the fullest and overcome issues holding them back.
You've taken the first step to wellness by looking for a therapist. It can be difficult to find just the right match. You're ready to make a change - I can assist you. My desire is to help you understand core issues that are creating challenges in your life, find ways to cope more satisfactorily, make your desired changes, discover new options and make informed choices. I believe that the fit between client and therapist is important in making changes. I enjoy coming alongside people who have decided it's time to live life to the fullest and overcome issues holding them back.
Scott Urban, Urban Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, MCoun
Verified Verified
Hood River, OR 97031
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients in-person or video telehealth. Life poses challenges to us all, and I collaborate with my clients to help them to understand and to process difficult life situations, and to build on their strengths and develop new coping strategies. My focus is helping teens and adults address symptoms of anxiety and depression caused by various difficult life experiences, and to develop skills supporting your desire for improved communication, relationships, personal growth, resilience and self-esteem.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients in-person or video telehealth. Life poses challenges to us all, and I collaborate with my clients to help them to understand and to process difficult life situations, and to build on their strengths and develop new coping strategies. My focus is helping teens and adults address symptoms of anxiety and depression caused by various difficult life experiences, and to develop skills supporting your desire for improved communication, relationships, personal growth, resilience and self-esteem.
When pain lingers long enough or becomes greater than our ability to keep pushing forward, we finally become willing to do whatever it takes to get relief. Psychological and emotional distress affects our sleep, our eating behaviors, use of alcohol and other drugs, our well-being, and our ability to function at home, work, and in our relationships. We're often plagued by fear, anxiety, anger, frustration, confusion, depression, self-doubt, failure, hopelessness, and even total despair.
When pain lingers long enough or becomes greater than our ability to keep pushing forward, we finally become willing to do whatever it takes to get relief. Psychological and emotional distress affects our sleep, our eating behaviors, use of alcohol and other drugs, our well-being, and our ability to function at home, work, and in our relationships. We're often plagued by fear, anxiety, anger, frustration, confusion, depression, self-doubt, failure, hopelessness, and even total despair.
Suzanne Elton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hood River, OR 97031
Not accepting new clients
I truly believe that you will benefit from my lifetime of experiences as a wife, mother, military spouse, teacher, and counselor--to name just a few.
A life long learner, the focus of my current work has been the completion of a PhD in Depth Psychology and furthering my knowledge and skill in helping men and women heal from trauma. I find success working with those who are igniting that warrior spark—moving forwards through difficult transitions in life. Many are healing from old, unhealthy patterns in relationships. I like to provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment for you to work through your distress. I provide a straight-forward and practical approach, as well as working in depth with those clients desiring an in-depth therapeutic process.
I truly believe that you will benefit from my lifetime of experiences as a wife, mother, military spouse, teacher, and counselor--to name just a few.
A life long learner, the focus of my current work has been the completion of a PhD in Depth Psychology and furthering my knowledge and skill in helping men and women heal from trauma. I find success working with those who are igniting that warrior spark—moving forwards through difficult transitions in life. Many are healing from old, unhealthy patterns in relationships. I like to provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment for you to work through your distress. I provide a straight-forward and practical approach, as well as working in depth with those clients desiring an in-depth therapeutic process.
Online Therapists
Nadège R. Petrie at Hopeful Minds Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newberg, OR 97132
My compassion and values in the therapeutic relationship are important to me.
My name is Nadège, and I am an LPC(OR), and LMHC (WA). My hope for therapy and our collaboration is that you can become more in tune with your thoughts, actions, and emotions. While in therapy, you are in charge, and we will work together to overcome whatever obstacles life has thrown at you. Together we will explore those obstacles and develop techniques to empower you toward being your best self. As we work to build our therapy relationship, I will help you identify vital resources. In addition to direct client therapy, I offer clinical supervision as a candidate for Professional Registered Associates on paths to Licensure.
My compassion and values in the therapeutic relationship are important to me.
My name is Nadège, and I am an LPC(OR), and LMHC (WA). My hope for therapy and our collaboration is that you can become more in tune with your thoughts, actions, and emotions. While in therapy, you are in charge, and we will work together to overcome whatever obstacles life has thrown at you. Together we will explore those obstacles and develop techniques to empower you toward being your best self. As we work to build our therapy relationship, I will help you identify vital resources. In addition to direct client therapy, I offer clinical supervision as a candidate for Professional Registered Associates on paths to Licensure.
Katherine 'katie' Wood
Professional Counselor Associate, MAAT, ATR-P, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97212
Hi, I'm Katie Wood, MAAT, Professional Counselor Associate (OR), LMHCA (WA), ATR-P, RYT. We might be a good fit if you are someone who seeks a therapeutic journey encompassing creative exploration, playfulness, and personal expansion. My focus is on guiding clients through a transformative journey, leveraging the power of art and creativity to tap into their inner healing intelligence and navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and social anxiety. I offer a supportive environment where individuals can enhance their self-image, assert boundaries, and achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Hi, I'm Katie Wood, MAAT, Professional Counselor Associate (OR), LMHCA (WA), ATR-P, RYT. We might be a good fit if you are someone who seeks a therapeutic journey encompassing creative exploration, playfulness, and personal expansion. My focus is on guiding clients through a transformative journey, leveraging the power of art and creativity to tap into their inner healing intelligence and navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and social anxiety. I offer a supportive environment where individuals can enhance their self-image, assert boundaries, and achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Co-occurring Therapy LLC with Ellen Eberhardt LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Happy Valley, OR 97086 (Online Only)
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families.
My name is Ellen Eberhardt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). For 16 years I have been a therapist. I provide a non-judgement and safe place to heal and grow as each client is unique.
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families.
My name is Ellen Eberhardt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). For 16 years I have been a therapist. I provide a non-judgement and safe place to heal and grow as each client is unique.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? Can't get your needs met to your satisfaction? Do you find one or more areas of your life to be unfullfilling such as romantic relationship, work, parenting, extended family? Do you have legal or financial struggles or relationship conflicts that affect your mood significantly? I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches, experience in working with past clients and personal experience to collaborate with you in creating the best healing environment specific for you.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? Can't get your needs met to your satisfaction? Do you find one or more areas of your life to be unfullfilling such as romantic relationship, work, parenting, extended family? Do you have legal or financial struggles or relationship conflicts that affect your mood significantly? I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches, experience in working with past clients and personal experience to collaborate with you in creating the best healing environment specific for you.
Marc Zola
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97201 (Online Only)
My approach to individual, couples therapy and work issues is candid and geared towards expedient results, with a clinical focus on treating anxiety and interpersonal issues.
Are you a business leader, executive or health care professional who's feeling stuck in repeating patterns? I specialize in empowering busy professionals like you. I offer discrete services and I do NOT bill insurance: Ensuring complete privacy and confidentiality. As an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Founder Emeritus of one the PacNW's largest mental health practices, I will focus on helping you uncover ways to create meaningful change at both home and at work. I take a compassionate, yet direct and results-oriented approach to treating anxiety and relationship issues impacting you at home, work, and in every facet of your life.
My approach to individual, couples therapy and work issues is candid and geared towards expedient results, with a clinical focus on treating anxiety and interpersonal issues.
Are you a business leader, executive or health care professional who's feeling stuck in repeating patterns? I specialize in empowering busy professionals like you. I offer discrete services and I do NOT bill insurance: Ensuring complete privacy and confidentiality. As an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Founder Emeritus of one the PacNW's largest mental health practices, I will focus on helping you uncover ways to create meaningful change at both home and at work. I take a compassionate, yet direct and results-oriented approach to treating anxiety and relationship issues impacting you at home, work, and in every facet of your life.
The decision to seek counseling is a courageous step. I believe this courage stems from a desire to be well, to be heard and affirmed, to have our needs met, to be empowered, a desire to live out of the truth of who we are and become the authors of our own lives. While each of us has a life story that is unique, I believe this desire is shared by all. As a counselor, I am privileged to provide a safe, professional, and supportive environment wherein individuals and couples can develop new tools to heal, learn and grow.
The decision to seek counseling is a courageous step. I believe this courage stems from a desire to be well, to be heard and affirmed, to have our needs met, to be empowered, a desire to live out of the truth of who we are and become the authors of our own lives. While each of us has a life story that is unique, I believe this desire is shared by all. As a counselor, I am privileged to provide a safe, professional, and supportive environment wherein individuals and couples can develop new tools to heal, learn and grow.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.