PacificSource Therapists in Beaverton, OR

People come to therapy because they want the kind of experience and advice they need to make important changes in their lives. I know a key ingredient in making that happen for you is having a good working relationship between the therapist and the client. For that reason, I strive to offer advice in a straightforward fashion in a spirit of compassion and support. These effective strategies have been helping my clients achieve greater happiness and success in life for over twenty years.

Are you struggling with painful emotions, troubling thoughts, unwanted behaviors, relationship difficulties, or disabling physical conditions like chronic pain? Therapy can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified-Clinical Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Social Worker, with decades of counseling experience. I offer individual and group therapy, psycho-education and consulting for adults experiencing mental health, substance abuse, or chronic health difficulties. I collaborate with you, building on your strengths, to help you explore new insights, skills and solutions. My approach is holistic, compassionate, non-judgmental, and integrative. I would be honored to join your healing journey.

I utilize an integrative approach. This means I will draw upon different training, techniques, and ideas to assist you with your specific goals. I strive to provide a unique form of therapy for you and your unique wants and needs. Common aspects of my integrative approach: Client-centered approach grounded in empathy, genuineness, transparency and an open and non-judgmental attitude; Relational approach as often our relationships with others (family, friends, significant others etc.) occupy our thoughts and impacts our mood. We can learn from our therapy relationship “in the moment” to learn and apply these important lessons;

Not taking children or teens- Current availability Tuesday Mornings and Thursdays. Do you have the desire to heal from distressing experiences or trauma that is causing anxiety, depression, and stress? We will work together utilizing a variety of techniques to allow you to live more presently while also processing your past. My goal is to support you in your path to reconnecting to what is important to you and to witness your story of healing.

Hi, I’m Dr. Sanjay Kumar. Are you struggling with relationships? Do you feel that no one really knows your true inner self? I focus on Individuals and Couples Therapy. With my eclectic person-centered therapeutic approaches, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness, perhaps we can go on this journey together as a joint team, where you will be able to begin your self-discovery, and eventually get an appreciation for your true inner self.

I work with all individuals.That includes individuals with diverse ages, races, genders, sexualities, religions, political stances, educations, living environments, relationships, histories and socioeconomic statuses. I use an eclectic theoretical approach to treatment interventions, starting where you are at and moving toward identified treatment goals with consideration of best practices, which are research based with positive outcomes. After the initial diagnostic assessment; talk, play and creative interventions are utilized. I welcome feedback to ensure our therapeutic alliance and treatment processes are meeting your expectations. If given permission and clinically indicated, I coordinate care and consult with other treating professionals.

I work very collaboratively with my clients to find a balance between starting where you are and providing the support you need to move towards the goals you have in mind. I work with a variety of issues including learning to cope with depression, life transitions, improving relationships, and learning to cope with significant losses. I also specialize in treating anxiety/stress and substance abuse/dependence. In my experience, a match between a therapist and client is an important part of moving toward your goals. I find it helpful to talk briefly by phone about the concerns you want to address.

My name is Jessica Padnick and I am a Certified Social Work Associate (CSWA) as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I (CADCI). I work with adult individuals and couples to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. I want to collaborate with you to increase mindful awareness of what is or is not working in your life, explore core values, and work together toward your goals. Together we can work on practical strategies to address current issues while also exploring and addressing root causes underlying symptoms.

Change is difficult, but so is staying the same. Are you trying to navigate in this ever-changing world? Have you experienced loss or anxiety in a way that is keeping you from living the life you want? If you are aware that there is work to be done and are ready to find different paths and to see a different way, then let's begin. You might have been in therapy before and want to continue, or you might be new to the idea of therapy and are wondering what it is all about.