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Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional

Guiding Light Therapy, LLC

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, OR 97230
Let's Connect (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Feeling hyperaware of your symptoms, experiences and self in general can be exhausting and often generate feelings of shame, guilt and frustration. You may feel stuck on where to go next once you've learned so much about yourself. Taking a break from your thoughts and dropping into your body can be both challenging and rewarding. You deserve a relationship with yourself that is healing, validating and connected.
I enjoy working with clients who share they are too aware of themselves and feel "stuck in their head." I utilize a somatic and mindful approach to build upon the knowledge you possess of yourself to deepen your relationship with your physical experiences and not just your thoughts. I support clients in healing their personal relationship with themselves.
If you aren't sure where to turn, that is understandable. Let's figure this out together! I offer 15 minute phone consultations at no cost and we can discuss your needs and see if I am a good fit for you. I look forward to hearing from you and hope to help guide on your journey of connection and healing.
Call or Guiding Light Therapy, LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (971) 715-0937

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Guiding Light Therapy, LLC

Portland, OR 97230

(971) 715-0937
I am available for Telehealth only. I am available on Wednesdays from 9am to 6pm. I offer some evening and weekend appointments upon request
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Self Esteem and Anxiety 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Guiding Light Therapy, LLC

Portland, OR 97230

(971) 715-0937
I am available for Telehealth only. I am available on Wednesdays from 9am to 6pm. I offer some evening and weekend appointments upon request
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Self Esteem and Anxiety 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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I am not currently in-network with any insurance. I can however provide a superbill upon request for all out-of-network clients to help with possible reimbursement. I currently take private pay.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
"
I am not currently in-network with any insurance. I can however provide a superbill upon request for all out-of-network clients to help with possible reimbursement. I currently take private pay.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Qualifications

    Pre-Licensed Professional: Laken Nelson

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Angela Gilchrist-Stewart (Oregon / C5344) Laken Nelson
  • In Practice for 3 Years
  • Attended Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Counseling and Education, MA Professional Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2022
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I've been working directly with adults who have experienced chronic and complex trauma, anxiety, depression and self esteem challenges since 2022.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
"
I've been working directly with adults who have experienced chronic and complex trauma, anxiety, depression and self esteem challenges since 2022.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Women's Issues
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I enjoy working with clients who feel overly aware of themselves and have difficulty finding success in "just knowing" what they are going through and support development of not only knowing but moving through emotions, experiences and traumas.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
"
I enjoy working with clients who feel overly aware of themselves and have difficulty finding success in "just knowing" what they are going through and support development of not only knowing but moving through emotions, experiences and traumas.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I weave in somatic and body centered work coupled with Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in my practice. We will collaborate to identify where we would start and slowly move towards integration of mind and body.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
"
I weave in somatic and body centered work coupled with Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in my practice. We will collaborate to identify where we would start and slowly move towards integration of mind and body.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

Location

Primary Location

Guiding Light Therapy, LLC

Portland, OR 97230

(971) 715-0937
"
I am available for Telehealth only. I am available on Wednesdays from 9am to 6pm. I offer some evening and weekend appointments upon request
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
"
I am available for Telehealth only. I am available on Wednesdays from 9am to 6pm. I offer some evening and weekend appointments upon request
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 715-0937
Photo of Laken Nelson - Guiding Light Therapy, LLC, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Guiding Light Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA