I love my work as a couples' counselor. I'm a Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator. I have over 20 years experience doing individual and couples therapy, and 15 years in private practice. I help couples improve communication, rekindle intimacy and improve awareness of patterns which may result in defensiveness, or feeling "not heard" by your partner. In individual therapy, I create a warm environment where my clients feel comfortable to discuss their issues. Together we develop goals & strategies for cultivating positive changes. In couples work, we address problematic communication to change those patterns from ineffective to effective habits & behaviors.

I assist adults and couples with relationship difficulties, parenting, personal and professional life transitions, anxiety/depression, and loss. I use a combination of mindfulness, somatic and depth therapies to help clients develop greater self compassion and Love as the basis for meaningful living. When we feel misaligned with our core self, as a natural result of a life lived through the eyes of others, we can lose our sense of creative purpose. If connectedness to self and others lacks robustness, life can feel very unsatisfactory.

Therapy is writing your own story as we embrace the ‘self as inherently fluid’ and that all individuals are capable of crafting new and empowering stories that include a new sense of self. This is a healing journey, and I'm here to connect with you to explore together the trauma, grief, and other challenging life experiences that prevent you from healing, growing and living the fulfilling life you are seeking.

Do you struggle to make lasting changes in your life? Do you suffer from relationship difficulties, job dissatisfaction or low self-esteem? Do you repeat the same negative patterns? If so, I believe I can help. I am trained to help you make the changes you want to see in your life. I will help you get to the root of your problems, not simply treat your symptoms. This happens best in the safety of a trusted therapeutic relationship where we will work collaboratively to help you discover your authentic feelings, make a deeper connection to yourself and others, and reap greater satisfaction from your life.

At Connections First we have faith in the power of connection: with your inner life and to the outer world through meaningful relationships. We believe that mental health is an effect of feeling more deeply connected to ourselves and to others through the safety of transparent, emotionally honest relationships. How we communicate with ourselves and those we care about determines whether we possess integrity and feel empowered to express ourselves as human beings. Much of our symptoms are the effects of emotional, psychological, and physical isolation and self-alienation which can even happen when we are surrounded by other people.

**My practice is currently full** My passion is to help people have more fulfilling relationships. When we are in conflict with others, it often feels easier to walk away or shut down. I am EFT couples trained, which is one of the most effective therapies in helping couples improve communication and reduce relational distress. In addition, I have a background in addictions, and can help with emotional regulation/anger management. I am interactive, down to earth, and offer a warm, nonjudgmental, healing environment where you will be heard. I offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation to determine if we are a good match.

Leadership Skills, Performance Enhancement and Life Coaching. I am confident in the ability of the individual to change. We all face many difficult challenges in life, but these can become opportunities for growth and personal development. Most of us have never really learned the optimal skills and strategies to deal with these challenges. After 30 years working with individuals from a great variety of economic, educational and cultural backgrounds, I have found that identifying and letting go of our old, unproductive coping strategies, and replacing them with new ways of engaging with the world, allows us to live in a more rewarding and productive fashion.

All of us face experiences in our lives where we can benefit from the support and connection that therapy provides. Scientific evidence demonstrates that a strong and consistent therapeutic relationship is restorative, healing and emotionally regulating. As a therapist, I believe in connecting with clients, human-to-human, and I regularly feel a deep sense of understanding for those with whom I work. There is so much noise around us that it is often difficult for us to hear our own truth. I offer a compassionate, heart-centered space to help you to deeply trust your own inner strength and core values.

Hello, I am a therapist and clinical supervisor with over 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and families throughout the life cycle. My specialties include: life stage transition, couples counseling, parenting challenging teens, depression , anxiety, identity issues, substance abuse, attachment and adjustment to a new normal after a diagnosis or medical intervention. I also provide clinical supervision to interns who are working toward their LPC and LMFT licenses. Visit my website at http://www.matthewlovell.com for more information. Thank you!

Life is constantly designing and redesigning our emotional and behavior patterns unbeknownst to us. Neurological patterns get hardwired into our system, making it difficult to respond to the present when we are stuck in a pattern from the past. Past patterns can show up in the form of Relationship problems, Anxiety and Depression, feeling Stuck, or repetitive health issues. We'll make big shifts together if your mindset is growth oriented - meaning you prioritize your personal wellbeing and constantly choose growth over stagnation, and courage over comfort.

Portland Processwork Clinic welcomes diverse individuals who are looking for support to resolve conflicts, find meaning, deepen or work with feelings and problems. We value the unique wisdom each individual brings. Integrating dream work, movement, body symptoms and social issues, your counselor can offer dynamic and flexible ways to work on personal growth, relationship conflicts and inner disturbances. Visit our website contact page to fill in a contact form to schedule an appointment. Portland Processwork Clinic was previously known as River's Way Professional Clinic.

Maybe you long to know who you truly are. Maybe you don't know how to be your authentic self and stay connected to your center in relationship to others. We go beyond basic talk therapy and dive deep into the many realms that live inside you. Together we use holistic mind-body approaches that help you reveal your true nature, to metabolize your past wounds, and to help you come into a healthier relationship with yourself, with others and the world around you. I am excited to get to know you and your inner world and support you in remembering your wholeness and living your most liberated, fulfilling, and yummy life!

My clients are motivated to find the source of unhelpful beliefs and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, unhealthy relationships, and challenges to communication. They are interested in not only healing old wounds, but building a healthy lifestyle that is realistic and sustainable. They want to create a balance that provides a healthy mind, body, and community. I am body positive, sex positive, and affirm disabled, BIPOC, gender and sexual minority folks.

I specialize in relationships, assisting individuals and couples to deepen connection and heal the past. Therapy can be a transformational process of self-discovery facilitated by deeper levels of awareness and change. I believe we have an inherent ability to heal ourselves. I offer the experience of mindful observation, acceptance and compassion, so you may offer the same unconditional positive regard toward yourself and others. Sitting in close and conscious relationship with a skilled therapist can be a profound vehicle for this process. I use an integrative approach recognizing the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit.

I practice individual, adult psychotherapy in downtown Portland and in Tigard. I work primarily with individuals experiencing anxiety or mood-related problems as well as those who are having difficulty with their relationships or difficulty coping with stressful life events. During my VA internship, I worked with veterans, and I am currently a provider for Returning Veterans Project and Give an Hour organizations.

People's stories are one of the most valuable things we have in life. If you want to have a meaningful relationship with someone, you need to be able to understand your own story. Helping individuals to develop and enhance their personal stories is at the crux of my work as a therapist. We all have public and private lives, and I believe the power of developing the stories behind these separate selves is how people vividly change their lives.

I believe that each of us have great capacity for personal growth. Psychotherapy can be a powerful and effective modality in the process of better understanding ourselves and in working toward change.

Everyone has the essential ingredients for personal transformation. Clients are seen through the balanced lens of their greatest potential and challenges. Clients who seek my support are typically those who find themselves at a crossroads or intersection of their life; seeking balance and resolution between internal and external expectations found in their relationships, family, identity, career, society, etc. I support clients in peeling back the layers of themselves - to gain a deeper and broader perspective on who they are and who they want to become. BIPOC and multicultural individuals in particular benefit from this lens.

Are you feeling stuck in your life, and seeking transformation to help you heal, thrive and live a more fulfilling life? I specialize in working with adults and teens struggling with obstacles to fuller living: be it experiencing anxiety/panic or depression, living with trauma, body image issues/eating disorders, or experiencing marginalization due to one's identities or background. I offer an inclusive and affirming approach in working with clients from all walks of life. A life lived more richly and authentically is possible, and I'm here to support you with this journey of self-exploration, self-care and growth.

I help my clients learn to manage their anxiety and stress so they can move on to more productive and meaningful lives. Most of us are familiar with stress and anxiety - they are common themes in our society, but if you are experiencing so much stress and anxiety that it's interfering with your enjoyment of life or success on the job then let me help you learn proven methods to successfully manage your stress, anxieties or fears. I have over 20 years experience helping people develop better coping skills.