Positive Psychology Therapists in Beaverton, OR

I help people who seek to increase awareness, strengths, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I have found the best predictor of effective therapy is how well the client connects with the therapist. I am open to working with all people, cultures and concerns.

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;

Therapy is for all of us, but what it means and how it works is unique to each of us. While we share much in common, we all carry experiences, beliefs, dreams, and fears that are ours alone. These things give us distinct perspectives and shape our present and future. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit what makes you uniquely you.

(Currently, I am accepting new patients) As a psychotherapist, I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and couples. My approach is to create a safe and supportive environment, in addition to creating a therapeutic space where potential for healing, growth and self-transformations are possible through acceptance, warmth, respect, and collaborative participation with your treatment goals.

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.

As human beings we are incredibly resilient but weathering the storms of life can be difficult at times without additional support. Counseling can provide an outlet that allows us to explore our pain and gain an understanding of our true Self. I take an integrative, holistic, and trauma informed approach to counseling. Using a warm and open approach, together we will work to discover the resources you hold within you to promote healing and growth. I have experience working with survivors of both childhood and adult trauma.

Currently Not Taking Any New Clients. Trauma from the past can make us feel defeated. Yet, I believe the key is to create a safe space where anything can be shared that has tormented us. That way we can work in a therapeutic environment to help release the turbulent storms inside us and fill that space with bright soothing light. There is a way to conquer that which lies within us and I have confidence we can work towards a happier and healthier new life! I accept OHP (Oregon Health Plan).

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.

Hi there! I’m Michelle Ficalora, and I’m a mental health clinician intern here at Positive Inner Self, working towards becoming a LCSW. I’m currently a Clinical Social Work Associate. My pronouns are she/they, and I am trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ allied. I specialize in working with clients of all ages, helping to address both the symptoms and root causes of your stressors in individual or group sessions. I’ll help guide you on the way to reaching your goals, using humor, play, and light physical engagement to keep things moving.

You're self aware, you think you know what you want, but you don't know how to get it. You struggle to apply what you already know to your every day life leaving you at times anxious, confused and discontent. You are committed to growth and deepening your self-knowledge but have some unknown or tricky blockages that get in the way. You want to improve your relationship to yourself and your capacity for relationships with others but you need help developing healthier boundaries. You just want to know and be your authentic self so you can thrive in life, but self-doubt and shame keep creeping in!

I work towards helping individuals create the life they want through analysis and reflection of what is working for them in the present and what has or hasn’t worked for them in the past. My approach is interactive and relational. I look for ways to empower my clients and reframe their experiences in a way that encourages growth. I think that the past plays a role in our present lives and that powerful healing can be achieved through connecting with an empathetic therapist. I will provide you a friendly, nonjudgmental space to do this.