Therapists in Lake Oswego, OR

Life can be beautiful and rich if we know how to look and experience the positive moments in our lives. I am reminded of a scene in the movie "Groundhog Day" when Bill Murray is sharing his woes that every day repeats itself, and one of the guys at the bar says "You must be a glass half empty kind of guy." Reaching the moment of acceptance of the good and the bad is a key aspect of therapy. Once this is achieved, then progress can be made to begin shaping the future in a positive way. Once Bill Murray accepted his life as it was, his life changed for the better.

Life can be difficult - you often feel sad, anxious, unsatified, like a failure, or even suicidal. Life has not turned out like you planned and you don’t understand what is wrong - you try so hard but still end up alone, misunderstood and never getting what you need.

Helping others achieve an overall happy and healthy well-being has always been a passion of mine. I strive to offer guidance, support, tools, and a safe space throughout your therapeutic journey. I have experience working with children and adolescents but am interested in assisting all age groups, and varying diagnoses. I am passionate about advocating for social justice issues and building my competence to work more effectively with the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ community.

My ideal clients are those who find that anxiety and/or depression have become intrusive in their life, when trying to cope with life transitions becomes difficult, when you need non-judgemental support to help you through a difficult time.

In my practice, I work primarily with adults, couples, and professionals in managing a wide range of mental health issues and challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Intimacy, Communication problems, Learning differences, Self- Esteem, Health issues, Life Transitions, Grief & loss, Professional/Work issues, Family and Relationship matters. We work together toward your goals in discovering and learning new ways of managing stress, anxiety, and depression that limit connection and options to move forward that are unique to you. Clients can heal, grow and experience joy and meaning in their life in a safe psychotherapeutic setting.

Are you looking for relationship help? Do you find yourself having the same basic argument over and over again with no resolution? You aren't alone! Couples from all walks of life struggle to rebuild trust, resolve conflict, gain understanding, and meet each other's needs. You want to do everything you can to save your relationship, but aren't sure how to get started. At Douglas Counseling we have helped hundreds of couples repair their bond and create a healthier and more successful relationship. If you've been struggling to make things better in your relationship and are ready to get real results, Douglas Counseling can help.

I often hear: "If only we could communicate better, the simplest of discussions become arguments." "I had an affair, I was so stupid, can you help me to heal my relationship?" "My spouse had an affair, I am devastated, I don't know if I should leave or stay?" "I told my spouse everything and the affair is over, why can't we just move on?" If any of these quotes sound true for you, I want you to know that you can learn to reduce conflicts to rebuild trust and intimacy; you can heal and repair your relationship after regrettable incidents, infidelities/affairs.

I specialize with individuals and couples who desire to heal emotional problems associated with lack of trust, intimacy difficulties, ineffective communication, anger, silence and distance, sexual matters/addictions or infidelity. My services help people deal, heal, and grow through the inevitable seasons of change inherent to our lives. My approach is collaborative with the client, helping you reveal who you are, what you seek, supporting you in critical examination of the challenges you face. Together we create goals, develop strategies, and engage in ongoing interaction that moves you toward meaningful paths of change.

Having been a teacher for 24 years gives me a strong foundation for working with individual women and men, especially with parents. Would you like a more peaceful life, a better relationship with your spouse or children? Learn the 2 most important parenting strategies? Someone who really listens and "gets you"? I believe that everyone who walks through my door has the capability to lead a more positive life, regardless of what has negatively affected you. My own personal experience, coupled with my specific training, helps me assist individuals dealing with depression and anxiety, and clients facing conflict and parenting issues.

Limited Openings: My passion has always been to work with people; and I love what I do! By the time a person/couple comes to me, she/he is usually experiencing discomfort, has run out of ideas, and needs help. My favorite client is the one who recognizes this need and has the desire to make change happen. It takes courage to risk involving an unknown person in such an intimate process; and it takes courage to change. I have 25 years experience helping clients with concerns including sex and intimacy, relationship needs, transitional change, personal growth, behavioral difficulties, mood disorders, grief, and others.

I have a passion for this work and supporting people who have motivation to heal. Some areas that I am drawn to are pregnancy/birth trauma, childhood trauma, co-occurring disorders, depression, and stress related disorders, although I work with a wide range of clients outside of these focus areas. Some areas of focus are working with mothers, or those struggling with infertility, because I understand the isolation and loneliness that come with trauma/loss during this time. I also am an LGBTQIA+ ally and create a safe place to be open and share.

Dan holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon. Before moving to Oregon to attend college, Dan worked as a disc jockey, special education teacher and served in the United States Army. He has more than 15 years of experience serving diverse populations including military veterans, victims of trauma and individuals with developmental disabilities.

EMDR Therapist. How we feel is central to how we live our lives. Whether you are struggling within a relationship, looking to overcome childhood trauma or navigating stressors in your life, I can help you to identify patterns and empower the change within yourself to alter your path. Give me a call or send me an email to see if we are a good match. Having a strong therapeutic alliance is key to promoting change. I am also a Hispanic identified therapist and have a strong understanding of the cultural influences of Hispanic culture.

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or life transitions, knowing there is someone there who will listen and support you with nonjudgmental understanding and compassion can make those challenges easier to face. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, empathetic space for you to express your thoughts and emotions as we work together, exploring your goals and finding new paths to meet the challenges in your life.

Depression, anxiety, and relational stress can keep you from living your life to its full potential. While difficult and stressful experiences are unavoidable in life, there is a way for you to find joy, purpose, and passion again with the right support. With the help of mindfulness-based counseling, I can help you heal and thrive again! Some of the issues I can help you with include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, couple's work, co-dependency, historical trauma, Men's Issues, cultural oppression, life purpose/career, parenting issues, creative blocks, and Climate anxiety and grief.

Being part of the interconnected natural world, we thrive in connection, and without connection, we wither. In our work together we will collaborate in understanding what makes you come alive and wither, to look for ways to get unstuck and make meaning of your emotions, reactivity, and suffering. I believe that individuals and families can tap into their inner strength to repair and grow new resilience with guidance and support. My role is to restore balance, build communication, and provide support to help you create space to learn and integrate new skills and encourage new perspectives as you grow and thrive in connections.