Therapists in Bend, OR

I believe that therapy is more than just providing you with coping skills that only work for a short time. Change happens when we understand our fears and can create meaning from our painful experiences. Feeling a sense of security in relationships gives us the ability to tackle the rest of what life throws our way. We long to be connected with other people and healing occurs when we can be in the relationships we desire most.

I specialize in working people who are in search of their authentic self. They often have too much on their to-do list and feel a lot of stress. There is a sense that life isn't quite what they want it to be or that they are over committed to things that just aren't giving back or are not fulfilling. Most of the people I work with are highly intelligent emotionally, intellectually or both and might struggle to find where to best put their efforts.

It's important to me that you feel accepted and valued for who you are and where you are in your life. Together, we will work to resolve personal and relationship dilemmas. I will strive to assist you in addressing whatever obstacles may be interfering with what you want for your life. I am passionate about devoting time and attention to understanding your unique story and the ways in which past relationships shape current ones. Through our work together, you will gain greater self-awareness and self-compassion, and an understanding of how underlying thoughts and feelings are affecting your mood, perspective and relationships.

I’ve been in the therapeutic healing world for over 40 years, and I understand a few things: Everyone has the power to heal themselves. Most of our mental/physical/emotional/spiritual disturbances are a result of unresolved grief/trauma. 3. Embracing both Light and Shadow within and without creates a full spectrum for life. 4. A creative process in therapy works for me and my clients. 5. Tears and laughter are both necessary to heal. I have the appropriate credentials for holding space. I am, first and foremost, an artist which provides a different portal for entering the therapeutic alliance. Therapy is a journey.

I believe individuals hold within themselves the ability to stand within their own power and strength but unhelpful patterns of thinking and being can often get in the way. Within the counseling process we will hold space for your story, I will offer tangible strategies for you to find relief and you will experience movement toward new insights and hope.

Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.

Imagine walking into an interview with the confidence that you will ace it or having a discussion with a colleague or your partner and feeling understood . I hold a graduate degree and I am a masters certified coach with extensive training in executive functioning. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing ADHD and executive functioning skills challenges. I educate and support my clients in developing and improving skills, including organization, time management, emotional regulation, communication, conflict resolution, goal attainment, and more.

You would do Anything for your kids! You lay awake at night thinking about the would haves, should haves and what ifs. But what if the greatest gift you gave your child was the healthiest version of you? You find yourself easily triggered while parenting your kids, talking to your partner or a loved one. You dream of feeling Calm, Confident, and Grounded. You are ready to change, but get overwhelmed knowing where to start. You are ready to learn tools to manage anxiety and conflict, and start improving the relationships in your life, starting with your relationship with yourself. You yearn to give your kids the parent they deserve.

**CURRENTLY TAKING A FEW IN PERSON AND TELEHEALTH CLIENTS.** I believe that no matter where you have come from or what you have been through, that you have been created with so much value and potential. It is my goal to work alongside an individual to recognize, encourage and remind them of their strengths and capabilities. I believe that trust, respect and authenticity are vital in the counseling relationship and that humor should be incorporated into life whenever possible. I work to holistically treat individuals/couples and I offer services for adult patients with a variety of backgrounds and diagnoses.

Do you sense your life has become unmanageable? Do you feel there are roadblocks in your relationships? The journey of life can become bumpy. I offer a safe place to walk alongside you while facing distress, anxiety, heartbreak, or other disappointments life can bring. I will help to guide you toward healthier relationships. I address parental relationships with children, couples relationships (both premarital and couples counseling). I also work with individuals in gaining insight into interpersonal conflicts. I work with parents and children struggling with finding the joy in raising kids including families facing the challenge of disabilities.

I am an Adult Neuropsychologist specializing in assessment and diagnosis of cognitive impairment and dementia.

Hello! I aim to be a supportive and empathetic counselor who views therapy as the hero's journey; requiring insight, bravery, and self-compassion, even when it doesn’t feel like it – especially when it doesn’t feel like it! Connection is the key to healing - with others, our family systems, ourselves, and our bodies. This allows our fears to be expressed, our struggles to be witnessed, and our own power to be realized.

After more than 35 years of clinical practice, I am now working with individuals and couples exploring emotional issues as a pathway to understanding and living fuller lives. We often view our difficulties as something being wrong with us, as opposed to an invitation to discovery.

No matter what our age life has a way of throwing situations and challenges our way. These can be exciting and positive while at other times difficult to maneuver. As a therapist I offer a warm, compassionate, and accepting presence and deeply respect every individual who comes to me for help and support. I have been providing therapeutic services to children birth to 10 years, families, and adults for over 20 years. I've learned the importance of taking into consideration all aspects of each person's life as we explore the issues that brought you to seek help at this time.

Santiam Counseling Center provides counseling services for individuals (adult and adolescent), couples, and families. Our goal is to provide an environment where individuals will feel heard, understood, challenged, and empowered toward change.

24 years experience. Licensed Professional Counselor and Level III Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor. I am a solution-focused therapist working with clients to find relief for current presenting issues and long-term maintenance of their overall well-being. I have worked as an independent therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant, and treatment program administrator, resulting in treating a wide range of clients and issues. My goal is to provide realistic and practical solutions that have potential for immediate application/results.

Unconditional empathy and understanding are rare in this world, and yet we all need both. I recognizes change is difficult but believes people have a strength and the ability greater than they realize to move through difficult times and heal. My goal is to cultivate a supportive and healing environment in which clients feel seen, secure, and protected. My focus is on a person’s potential and not problematic behaviors. My approach provides the space for individuals to step into a growth mindset, gain insight, belief in themself, and opportunity to appreciate their uniqueness.

Since graduating my clinical work has spanned both acute in-patient programs and private practice, giving me experience with a broad range of mental health issues. I am excited to work with individuals who are willing to risk "going deep" and being vulnerable in order to get the long-lasting change they want for their lives, even if that sounds uncomfortable. Our work together will be defined by genuineness, authenticity and empathy. My aim is to partner with you in identifying the goals you want for your life, and helping you achieve those goals, so that you have the are enjoying the quality of life you deserve.

I specialize in working with queer and trans folx. Living in Central Oregon is often very isolating for this population and I would like my practice to support them. My background and training is in supporting pre-teens, teens, and young adults who are being oppressed by the system. I have worked with clients on probation and parole for multiple years and have experience in supporting through that experience. I also focus my practice on non-white individuals, the generational trauma that non-white folx continue to navigate every day.