Spirituality Therapists in Bend, OR

As a non-binary, neurodiverse adoptee, I specialize in helping queer clients and those dealing with ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. Understanding the unique needs of each individual, I aim to guide those feeling lost or seeking personal growth towards meaningful change. My practice is built on the belief in the transformative power within us all for healing. In a collaborative, affirming environment, we’ll explore your identity, overcome emotional hurdles, and enhance your relationships. If you're navigating the complexities of being queer or experience similar challenges, I invite you to work with me.

Our practice was created to provide a quality space for individuals to connect with a counselor surrounding self-care, healing, change, & to find ways to access more joy. We want you, as our clients to feel that in this space you are welcomed with positive, energetic, non-judgmental practitioners that are trained to help you access your core, grounded, & healthy self. Our team provides individual, couples, & family counseling for ages 6 through the last years of life. It is our hope that through this work you will be led to healing, change, & abundant joy.

When everything is changing, the invitation is clear: learn from this, find a way to be closer to what really matters. But where to begin? How to navigate this new path? Who will walk with me as I rediscover fresh purpose, joy, and meaning in this mess? As the questions and doubts swirl, know that you are not alone. There is a way through.

Accepting New Clients! Do you feel like you are meant for so much more than you are currently doing in life? Do you yearn to find meaning, purpose and a connection to something greater? Are you exhausted trying to function under the weight of the capitalist colonial system? You are not alone, and having an understanding person to help you move beyond surviving and into thriving can be life changing.

I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.

I work with a large number of other therapists and we always have the ability to see you, usually the same week. My approach is narrative and person centered with a focus on introspection. If you haven't found the right fit - where you feel honored and heard, reach out and connect. Sometimes the most difficult part of finding a therapist is making the first phone call.

I have learned over the past 15 years how different and unique each one of us are and how every person has their own story to tell. I have also found people to have an amazing ability to learn, adapt, heal and grow through even the most difficult of times. Assisting in the process of learning, adapting, healing and growing, I use several different therapy approaches tailored to each person's needs. I primarily use Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) which focused on values and goals. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)as well as solution focused and person centered therapy.

We are here to thrive, not just survive. As a licensed therapist, Shamanic practitioner and former bodyworker, I am here to help the soul searchers, truth seekers, and those on a quest to rediscover their authentic selves towards overall health and healing. I will support you on your journey to shed the layers of fear, shame, trauma and pain. I will help you on your spiritual or self healing journey, providing additional support as you encounter life's challenges. When the walls come down, and the truth of the authentic self begins to emerge, it may be difficult, but we will move through it together. We will identify triggers and blockages, and look into things such as unhealthy attachments, cognitive distortions (negative thoughts) and “less than healthy” belief systems. It doesn’t matter whether they came from trauma in childhood, abuse, unhealthy relationships, grief or loss, I am here to help. By identifying, processing, and releasing that which no longer serves you will allow the true healing to finally begin and set your feet on the path you were meant to walk.

Bereavement, suicide loss, loss of a pet, life transitions, difficulties in relationship to others and to self are some of the reasons people seek counseling. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place for clients to work through problems, discover their strengths, and find hope for healing and change. It takes courage to reach out and seek support when you recognize that what you are doing on your own doesn't seem to be working. My hope is that you will start your journey to healing.

HEALING begins with one step, STRENGTH is built along the way. I utilize several different counseling techniques to design a unique program for each client. It is my passion to walk with individuals, and families, during their most troubling times, guiding each client as they find strength and hope on their journey towards healing.

If you are looking for a therapist, it is likely you are ready to experience some change in your life. I provide trauma-focused psychotherapy which can guide you into both transformation and healing. You may be suffering with symptoms of depression, trauma, chronic pain, and anxieties. When you reach out for help, feeling better is an inevitable outcome. Often, when you begin to more mindfully experience your inner world, you may feel more emotional intensity before you feel better. My therapy approach is holistic in the sense that I acknowledge and work with the body, mind, emotions and spirit.

I am moving to a cash pay only practice due to the increased issues around billing. Together we will create a warm, compassionate, and understanding environment. The goal is for our time together to be in the no judgment zone by gaining skills in radical acceptance. I have developed a unique approach through building the therapeutic relationship to work with individuals struggling with stress, relationships, depression, anxiety, trauma response, and self- harm. My clinical experience, calm demeanor, and aspiration for trust, help build meaningful relationships with clients through exploration of life choices.

I believe it is the quality of the relationship which transforms and helps people heal, grow and change. I try to help you feel safe, comfortable and trusting so this process can begin and take hold to where you trust yourself with more certainty. I treat individuals with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship problems, grief and loss, and sexual addiction. I consider all of the individual, one's beliefs, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, past, present and future experiences. I use a combinations of therapies such as, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Emotion-Focused with couples.

Being a human is hard. In our work together, you'll find a compassionate space where you can navigate life's transitions and challenges, from identity exploration, relationship dynamics and tough emotions. It's okay to feel what you're feeling. We'll work on deepening your connection to your body & emotions, guiding you away from constant fight-or-flight responses. We'll delve into understanding your relationships & past experiences, focusing on attachment and the ways they shape your present, to softly process trauma. Clients have seen less anxiety, greater presence, better management of stress, process trauma, and more confidence.

Hello. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon (LCSW) and Washington (LICSW). I have over 16 years' experience in mental and behavioral health working with people of all ages in both addictions and mental health. I am a transpersonal therapist which means I take a holistic, therapeutic approach that incorporates spiritual wisdom and traditions with modern psychotherapies to promote healing and growth.

I think I work best with clients whose goals are both large and realistic: working with depth enough for deep healing and growth, but with an eye to the practical, and with clear communication back and forth. Clients who need to tackle embarrassing, painful and difficult issues may appreciate my gently direct, understanding and non-judgmental approach. Those who have been frustrated with cookie-cutter approaches may appreciate my close listening, collaboration, and inventiveness based on extensive training and experience. I find I work well with a variety of symptoms and presenting problems in adults, children and relationships.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, the challenges of life transitions, or the deep sorrow of grief? Life's journey can be filled with unexpected twists and turns, leaving us struggling to find our way. If you are seeking a compassionate and experienced guide to help you navigate these difficult moments, I am here to support you on your path to healing and growth.

I am now accepting new clients. I believe every person has intrinsic value, gifts, talents and strengths that are disrupted by past trauma, broken relationships, and life stressors. As a result, many people struggle with ongoing depression, anxiety and other challenges that prevent them from living their best life.

I have always had a passion for helping others. I believe that my clients have the ability to work through their struggles, and that I am here for them as an expert to guide and assist them through what can seem like a daunting process. I strive to meet my clients where they are at with compassion and validation in order to help them through difficult times. This includes helping them manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, and any other life stressors. I primarily work with adults, and teens age 14+, and am currently only available for virtual sessions at this time.