Teletherapy for Friendly Area - Eugene, OR

Hypnosis puts you in touch with your inner resources, allowing you to bring more of what you want into your life. Hypnosis is safe and gentle. It is the fastest and most effective way to make positive changes in your life; either physical, emotional or spiritual. Hypnosis has been scientifically proven to enhance your immune system, reduce tension and stress, lower your blood pressure, improve your entire circulatory system, improve focus and concentration, elevate your feelings of self-esteem, and release you from addictive behaviors. I have been practicing hypnosis and guided imagery in Eugene, OR for 30 years.

- - - In Person Sessions Available - - - Deciding to go to therapy conjures up every TV or movie depiction of a client and therapist sitting in a dimly lit room while the client talks and talks about their problems. They never show the actual work that is necessary for real change to happen. They just show weekly sessions, and BOOM… an epiphany is made and they’re all better. Sadly, many of us have been in therapy on and off for years, mistakenly thinking that this was all that was necessary. You want more than that.

3/5/23 Accepting clients with Trillium OHP and PacificSource commerciaI. I provide counseling to couples and individuals to effectively address the troubles they are having in their relationships and personal lives. Areas of significant experience counseling people include; relationships, interpersonal growth (assertiveness and providing understanding) decision making, intimacy, anxiety, and life transitions. I provide an individually tailored and collaborative approach unique to each person. In doing so, I draw from an array of counseling theories and techniques to incorporate what is effective and embraced by each individual.

Are you and your partner having difficulty with communication or understanding each other? Has there been a reduction in joy or connection in your partnership? Do you have a hard time knowing what your needs are, how to express them, or feel that you don’t deserve to have them met? If any of your answers are “yes,” we might be a good fit! My primary focus is on helping couples with communication issues. I also work with individuals and couples who are dealing with the impact of such issues as depression, anxiety, ADHD/ASD/AuDHD, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and PMDD.

I am currently accepting new clients. I work with individuals, children, couples and families employing EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy to assist clients in freeing themselves from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, and the effects of developmental attachment disorders which can manifest as anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, anger issues, and conflicts in relationships. I have also worked as a developmental children’s therapist for over 15 years assisting parents in implementing effective parenting strategies that support their child’s learning and development.

As a licensed psychologist, my treatment approach utilizes Evidence Based Practices and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I have experience treating a wide range of mental health issues with particular interests in Neurodiversity (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorder), Trauma (PTSD, CPTSD), and Anxiety Disorder (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Specific Phobia, Generalized Anxiety).

Hi! I believe everyone is capable of healing, growth and positive change. I bring compassion, humor and authenticity to our counseling relationship. My work reflects my values and is strengths-focused, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and LGBTQIA-affirming. During our most difficult times, we develop coping strategies that serve us and keep us safe. I work with people to examine which strategies still benefit them and which they want to adjust or let go. People often enter therapy caught in shame or the belief they are somehow broken. We can work together to find skills that benefit you and build on strengths you already possess.

Many people who are new to therapy understandably want to know what to expect before their first session. In brief, you talk and I listen, that’s the foundation. We'll get to know each other and we'll decide if we work well together. I'll ask questions. I’ll tell you what I hear and offer feedback. We’ll collaborate. You’ll correct me when I’m off and we’ll work to get to the bottom of things. Notably, I’ll direct your attention toward the different ways you feel, moment-to-moment, because these feelings help reveal who we are and what we need.

Mental and behavioral health are as important as physical health, especially for children and teens. More than ever our children need resiliency and good, adaptive coping strategies as well as access to prompt, high-quality treatment for common conditions like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. To increase access to services, I will now offer cognitive-behavioral therapy groups for children with depression and anxiety and parent groups for families impacted by ADHD. Groups size will be kept small. The CBT treatment will follow an established approach for 10 weeks (in person).

My practice is committed to helping you explore what feels unbalanced in your life, find or re-connect with what feels "right", and make meaningful changes that will improve mood, relationships, and overall well-being. I believe that change, despite the weight of history, is entirely possible. My approach is closely aligned with current research on brain functioning and best-practice treatment.

**ACCEPTING NEW TELE-THERAPY CLIENTS -- INDIVIDUALS AND COUPLES. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help, but it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients to include those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community, veterans, and those with criminal and substance use histories. I work with adults and on a case-by-case basis adolescents aged 15 and up. If you are searching for internal stability and grounding I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to assist you in moving towards self-acceptance and away from shame.

My intention as a therapist is to help you feel empowered in your process of self-discovery. I believe everyone can heal and grow to be their best selves with the proper support, tools, and guidance. Therapy is a collaborative process and you and I will work together to make the process right for you. Change is hard, even when it is positive, I will be by your side, helping you navigate the emotions, thoughts, and beliefs that surface as you attempt to break old habits and patterns and begin living an authentic life.

Are you seeking support coping with a difficult time in your life, adjusting to changes, healing from trauma, dealing with a difficult work situation, balancing responsibilities, or grieving a loss? Do you want to create fulfilling relationships in which your needs are met? Have you found that your coping strategies are not working as well as they used to? Maybe you feel limited in some way and want to break free. Allow me to offer you a safe space to explore your struggles and assist in creating a healing path. I will listen to you and place great value on understanding your unique needs.

Changing Old Patterns to Allow New Choices *** Are you struggling to create positive lasting changes in your life? Wanting the changes is not enough. Willpower alone is not enough. To create lasting change, you need to let go of the limitations that hold you back. You need to release old patterns and learn new skills. Hypnosis and counseling -powerful tools to create the changes you desire. Hypnosis is a deeply relaxed state of mind that allows you to tap into your deeper wisdom and unlimited possibilities. In this state of mind, you suspend old beliefs and limitations, and allow the changes you desire to begin.

We all have moments in life when we become stuck in unhelpful patterns & have a hard time seeing a path forward toward living the life we want. One of my goals is to help you identify stuck areas in your life & what might be keeping you there, & to work with you to find ways forward that are in-line with your goals & values. I describe therapy as a team sport. I'm very collaborative & find that we often make the most progress when we both bring our unique strengths into the mix. It is important to me to understand your goals, values, & cultural context, so I can tailor my approach to best align with them.

Life is a journey without a clear roadmap. We hit bumps, wrong turns, and flat tires along the way. Worry, sadness, and confusion can be a natural response to these problems we encounter. Sometimes it is difficult to know which direction is the best or even if we want to continue the journey. I am here to help you find your way, to find acceptance, and feel strong enough to face the obstacles to your travel. If you are feeling, overwhelmed, steeped in sadness, uncertain, panicked or worried about almost everything or just one thing, I can help.

I became particularly interested in the spiritual and existential aspects of integrative approaches after serving many clients with grief work and having conversations about spirituality and death. So, I studied to become a death doula, also known as an end-of-life doula or death midwife, out of a desire to not only educate myself further but be able to better serve and serve and support individuals and families during one of life's most profound experiences. After the world collapsed into a pandemic, I've noticed an increase in clients wanting to talk more about the concept of death and mortality.

Have you experienced a Traumatic event or was your childhood or relationship full of traumatic events or patterns? Are you experiencing depression, grief or loss? Are you struggling with anxiety, panic, worry, compulsive behaviors/ thoughts? I believe that life is a journey, with individual challenges and opportunities. All of us need help along the way from different people around us. I am passionate about listening to you and assisting you on your journey to emotional health, personal growth and discovering your potential, healthy relationships,or help you when you encounter roadblocks in your journey.

My passion comes from helping people grow internally as well as external. I believe in meeting people where they are and equipping them with the tools they need to connect with insight and peace. I strive to create a space that feels safe where this work can be done. I believe that each one of us has the capacity to heal and experience health and wholeness. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds especially those looking to use faith integration in practice. I also enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with depression and anxiety in particular kids and youth. I utilize a strengths-based approach in practice.