Parenting Therapists in Damascus, OR
If you feel discouraged regarding your relationship I can help. I have advanced training and experience successfully helping couples achieve their relationship goals. Couples I have worked with state that I am easy going, helpful, effective, warm, and engaging. I have training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and I am a Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist. I also have over 20 years experience helping individuals over-come issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and men's issues. I like helping people successfully accomplish their goals. Call me for a free consultation.
If you feel discouraged regarding your relationship I can help. I have advanced training and experience successfully helping couples achieve their relationship goals. Couples I have worked with state that I am easy going, helpful, effective, warm, and engaging. I have training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and I am a Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist. I also have over 20 years experience helping individuals over-come issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and men's issues. I like helping people successfully accomplish their goals. Call me for a free consultation.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, navigating a major life transition, or experiencing heightened anxiety. Perhaps you’re carrying the weight of a loss and struggling with grief that feels difficult to process. You might have tried many ways to cope but still feel stuck, unsure how to move forward.
Together, we can create space to explore these experiences, process difficult emotions, and help you regain a sense of hope. Healing and meaningful change are possible, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
I currently offer out-of-pocket services and do not accept insurance.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, navigating a major life transition, or experiencing heightened anxiety. Perhaps you’re carrying the weight of a loss and struggling with grief that feels difficult to process. You might have tried many ways to cope but still feel stuck, unsure how to move forward.
Together, we can create space to explore these experiences, process difficult emotions, and help you regain a sense of hope. Healing and meaningful change are possible, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
I currently offer out-of-pocket services and do not accept insurance.
Do you ask yourself, "Why did I do that"? Are you telling yourself, "I need to just get over it"? Anxiety and regret can be constant reminders that eat away at your self-worth. Let's quiet those worries and build you up with easy strategies utilized in daily life.
Do you ask yourself, "Why did I do that"? Are you telling yourself, "I need to just get over it"? Anxiety and regret can be constant reminders that eat away at your self-worth. Let's quiet those worries and build you up with easy strategies utilized in daily life.
I work with neurodivergent and chronically ill adults and youth, as well as parents of neurodivergent or medically complex children.
If you’ve been told it’s “just anxiety” but your gut says that’s not the whole story—you don’t have to convince me this is real.
If you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, pain, dizziness, stomaches, headaches or sensory overwhelm, there’s often a real nervous system and body-based component that hasn’t been fully understood.
We may be a good fit if you or your child:
• have symptoms that don’t quite make sense
• have been told it’s anxiety, but it doesn’t fully explain things
• are navigating ADHD, sensory overwhelm, or burnout
• want practical, real-life support for chronic symptoms
I work with neurodivergent and chronically ill adults and youth, as well as parents of neurodivergent or medically complex children.
If you’ve been told it’s “just anxiety” but your gut says that’s not the whole story—you don’t have to convince me this is real.
If you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, pain, dizziness, stomaches, headaches or sensory overwhelm, there’s often a real nervous system and body-based component that hasn’t been fully understood.
We may be a good fit if you or your child:
• have symptoms that don’t quite make sense
• have been told it’s anxiety, but it doesn’t fully explain things
• are navigating ADHD, sensory overwhelm, or burnout
• want practical, real-life support for chronic symptoms
I’m an adoptive and former foster parent, and have worked with vulnerable children, adults, and young adults who have experienced trauma, failure to thrive, PTSD, and other diagnoses.
I help adults and couples work through what’s weighing them down—whether it’s past experiences, current stress, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer work. I’m also trained in EMDR, a powerful method for processing trauma and shifting deeply rooted beliefs that keep people stuck. I work with people navigating trauma, stress, major life/career transitions, and relationship issues. I also work with first responders, people in ministry, and those going through or recovering from divorce and infidelity.
I’m an adoptive and former foster parent, and have worked with vulnerable children, adults, and young adults who have experienced trauma, failure to thrive, PTSD, and other diagnoses.
I help adults and couples work through what’s weighing them down—whether it’s past experiences, current stress, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer work. I’m also trained in EMDR, a powerful method for processing trauma and shifting deeply rooted beliefs that keep people stuck. I work with people navigating trauma, stress, major life/career transitions, and relationship issues. I also work with first responders, people in ministry, and those going through or recovering from divorce and infidelity.
I aim to provide relationally-based psychotherapy through effective interventions that honor the context of each client. My work has focused on individuals and relationships and the healing of trauma through relationally-based, trauma-informed therapy.
I aim to provide relationally-based psychotherapy through effective interventions that honor the context of each client. My work has focused on individuals and relationships and the healing of trauma through relationally-based, trauma-informed therapy.
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I am certified in child trauma therapy (TF-CBT) and am a registered facilitator of Circle of Security- Parenting to help caregivers meet their child(ren)'s emotional needs as well as their physical needs.
I work with children, families, and adults who are experiencing difficulties in a specific areas or who just need support as they go through different phases of life. I have experience working with caregivers of children whose age range from newborn to young adult and have experience working directly with children as young as 3 to adults. I am skilled in supporting clients of all ages experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, significant transitions in life, LGBTQ+ issues, relationship, and custody concerns. My have been practicing for 8 years and understand the unique journey of each individual in therapy.
I am certified in child trauma therapy (TF-CBT) and am a registered facilitator of Circle of Security- Parenting to help caregivers meet their child(ren)'s emotional needs as well as their physical needs.
I work with children, families, and adults who are experiencing difficulties in a specific areas or who just need support as they go through different phases of life. I have experience working with caregivers of children whose age range from newborn to young adult and have experience working directly with children as young as 3 to adults. I am skilled in supporting clients of all ages experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, significant transitions in life, LGBTQ+ issues, relationship, and custody concerns. My have been practicing for 8 years and understand the unique journey of each individual in therapy.
Do you feel stressed or overwhelmed as a parent?
You will learn how to make space for sadness, anxiety, and fear. We'll work on pushing pause on the endless loop of worry, guilt, and judgement that plays in your mind. Once again, you will learn how to have compassion for yourself, nurture yourself, and ask for what you need. We will figure out how you can become less isolated.
Do you feel stressed or overwhelmed as a parent?
You will learn how to make space for sadness, anxiety, and fear. We'll work on pushing pause on the endless loop of worry, guilt, and judgement that plays in your mind. Once again, you will learn how to have compassion for yourself, nurture yourself, and ask for what you need. We will figure out how you can become less isolated.
I provide counseling focused on transformation and skills development. My practice is grounded in wonder and awe, and is informed by the latest neurobiology. My work is trauma-informed, anti-racist, queer/trans affirming, fat/body positive, embraces diversity of neurotypes, relationship styles, economic experiences, and abilities. Working with me is less like talking and more like a guided meditation (for inner parts work), role play, or other experiments for change in the present moment. It focused on unlearning old patterns and learning new ways of doing life.
I provide counseling focused on transformation and skills development. My practice is grounded in wonder and awe, and is informed by the latest neurobiology. My work is trauma-informed, anti-racist, queer/trans affirming, fat/body positive, embraces diversity of neurotypes, relationship styles, economic experiences, and abilities. Working with me is less like talking and more like a guided meditation (for inner parts work), role play, or other experiments for change in the present moment. It focused on unlearning old patterns and learning new ways of doing life.
I work with individuals who are ready to stop carrying everything alone and actually address what’s underneath. I don’t do surface-level therapy. We identify the patterns keeping you stuck: overdrive, anxiety, shutdown, old trauma, or relentless self-criticism, and we dismantle them. This work is direct, grounded, and practical. The focus is clarity, emotional regulation, and rebuilding trust in yourself so you’re not just surviving your life, but actively shaping it. I meet you where you are and respond to what’s actually happening, not a script.
I work with individuals who are ready to stop carrying everything alone and actually address what’s underneath. I don’t do surface-level therapy. We identify the patterns keeping you stuck: overdrive, anxiety, shutdown, old trauma, or relentless self-criticism, and we dismantle them. This work is direct, grounded, and practical. The focus is clarity, emotional regulation, and rebuilding trust in yourself so you’re not just surviving your life, but actively shaping it. I meet you where you are and respond to what’s actually happening, not a script.
Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding broken trust, infidelity and "betrayal trauma" recovery, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges.
I have expertise around relationship stress due to conflicting communication and attachment style differences, infidelity, separation/divorce and adult family strife. I am trained in multiple evidence-based modalities including Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), RLT (Terry Real's model), IFIO (IFS for couples), PACT (attachment), and the Gottman method.
Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding broken trust, infidelity and "betrayal trauma" recovery, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges.
I have expertise around relationship stress due to conflicting communication and attachment style differences, infidelity, separation/divorce and adult family strife. I am trained in multiple evidence-based modalities including Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), RLT (Terry Real's model), IFIO (IFS for couples), PACT (attachment), and the Gottman method.
It’s mind bending to think that you – the parent – have to walk on eggshells just to keep the peace.
You can get through – with the right support. I’ll help you navigate the behavior issues, substance experimentation, the pitfalls of social media, and everything in between. With three children of my own and years of experience doing this work, I can help you develop the necessary skills to restore communication and deepen your connection with your teen.
It’s mind bending to think that you – the parent – have to walk on eggshells just to keep the peace.
You can get through – with the right support. I’ll help you navigate the behavior issues, substance experimentation, the pitfalls of social media, and everything in between. With three children of my own and years of experience doing this work, I can help you develop the necessary skills to restore communication and deepen your connection with your teen.
"Our action may be impeded... but there can be no impeding our intentions or dispositions. Because we can accommodate and adapt." -Marcus Aurelius My name is Justin Johannson, a person-first cognitive therapist, welcome to my profile! It is my belief that with enough self-awareness, wisdom, and calculated direction, no challenge, obstacle or struggle is insurmountable. Whether you are someone that struggles with the daily rigors of mental health illness, such as anxiety or depression, or are seeking aid and guidance with the overwhelming demands of life - I am here to help. I am here to walk beside you in your unique experience.
"Our action may be impeded... but there can be no impeding our intentions or dispositions. Because we can accommodate and adapt." -Marcus Aurelius My name is Justin Johannson, a person-first cognitive therapist, welcome to my profile! It is my belief that with enough self-awareness, wisdom, and calculated direction, no challenge, obstacle or struggle is insurmountable. Whether you are someone that struggles with the daily rigors of mental health illness, such as anxiety or depression, or are seeking aid and guidance with the overwhelming demands of life - I am here to help. I am here to walk beside you in your unique experience.
Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am wondering where your kid went.
I specialize in working with kids (10+), teens, and adults navigating overwhelm, burnout, big feelings, and family conflict. Mostly, I'm helping people stop fighting themselves: trusting their own instincts, their own read on things, their own answer to "what do I do?" Life stays messy. Trusting yourself in it changes things.
Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am wondering where your kid went.
I specialize in working with kids (10+), teens, and adults navigating overwhelm, burnout, big feelings, and family conflict. Mostly, I'm helping people stop fighting themselves: trusting their own instincts, their own read on things, their own answer to "what do I do?" Life stays messy. Trusting yourself in it changes things.
You may be the one everyone depends on—the parent navigating IEP meetings and treatment teams, the daughter caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s, the woman carrying the invisible weight of caregiving, relationship betrayal, or burnout.
My work is grounded in a client-centered, trauma-informed approach with a strong emphasis on Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we explore the different “parts” of you that developed to protect, manage, cope, or survive—with compassion rather than judgment.
You may be the one everyone depends on—the parent navigating IEP meetings and treatment teams, the daughter caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s, the woman carrying the invisible weight of caregiving, relationship betrayal, or burnout.
My work is grounded in a client-centered, trauma-informed approach with a strong emphasis on Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we explore the different “parts” of you that developed to protect, manage, cope, or survive—with compassion rather than judgment.
Are you seeking more connected and fulfilling relationships? You can repair past hurts, co-create more positive communication cycles, and feel closer. I'd love to help you reconnect with yourself and the relationships that matter the most to you. We will explore where you feel stuck and work towards facilitating connection and relational equilibrium. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and relationships from a collaborative, supportive place, helping you navigate life and find sustainable change.
Are you seeking more connected and fulfilling relationships? You can repair past hurts, co-create more positive communication cycles, and feel closer. I'd love to help you reconnect with yourself and the relationships that matter the most to you. We will explore where you feel stuck and work towards facilitating connection and relational equilibrium. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and relationships from a collaborative, supportive place, helping you navigate life and find sustainable change.
I love working with children of all ages and especially adolescents, as well as supporting parents.
My personal style in therapy is optimistic and playful. My approach is eclectic, with a combination of focus towards theory based interventions balanced with intuition and spontaneity. I deeply value the power of human connection in the healing process and therapy as a collaborative process. I strive for inclusiveness and cultural competency in my work and am deeply committed to social justice. I help my clients explore meaning, past trauma, stressful life events, transitions, and identifying resources to help them feel empowered and hopeful. I have practiced therapy with children, families, couples and adults since 2009.
I love working with children of all ages and especially adolescents, as well as supporting parents.
My personal style in therapy is optimistic and playful. My approach is eclectic, with a combination of focus towards theory based interventions balanced with intuition and spontaneity. I deeply value the power of human connection in the healing process and therapy as a collaborative process. I strive for inclusiveness and cultural competency in my work and am deeply committed to social justice. I help my clients explore meaning, past trauma, stressful life events, transitions, and identifying resources to help them feel empowered and hopeful. I have practiced therapy with children, families, couples and adults since 2009.
I help teenagers, young adults and families navigate this amazing and challenging time in their lives. I work with teenagers, young adults and their families to find connection and safety while coping with the discomfort that life can bring. I work with adults and assist them in learning strategies for managing the stressful times so they can bring more connection and safety into their lives.
I help teenagers, young adults and families navigate this amazing and challenging time in their lives. I work with teenagers, young adults and their families to find connection and safety while coping with the discomfort that life can bring. I work with adults and assist them in learning strategies for managing the stressful times so they can bring more connection and safety into their lives.
Are you ready to heal so that you can be the parent, partner, friend, coworker, and family member you want to be?
I offer adult individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and parenting support. I bring over 30 years of experience as a therapist and psychologist with expertise in trauma, grief and loss, attachment, adoption, trauma-informed parenting, emotional regulation, and transracial parenting.
Are you ready to heal so that you can be the parent, partner, friend, coworker, and family member you want to be?
I offer adult individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and parenting support. I bring over 30 years of experience as a therapist and psychologist with expertise in trauma, grief and loss, attachment, adoption, trauma-informed parenting, emotional regulation, and transracial parenting.
I believe healing happens through connection—with ourselves, others, and the stories that shape us. For over 30 years, I’ve walked alongside adults navigating trauma, grief, recovery, and life’s deeper transitions. I offer a warm, compassionate space to slow down, listen inward, and move forward with greater clarity and ease. I work with individuals of all ages, including older adults, survivors of suicide loss, and those recovering from substance use or facing end-of-life concerns. In-person therapy coming February 2026 in the Portland metro area.
I believe healing happens through connection—with ourselves, others, and the stories that shape us. For over 30 years, I’ve walked alongside adults navigating trauma, grief, recovery, and life’s deeper transitions. I offer a warm, compassionate space to slow down, listen inward, and move forward with greater clarity and ease. I work with individuals of all ages, including older adults, survivors of suicide loss, and those recovering from substance use or facing end-of-life concerns. In-person therapy coming February 2026 in the Portland metro area.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.