Therapists in Lebanon, OR

Creating a "Life Worth Living" is what we will do together. My approach is active and practical. You'll be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative environment where we will work together to create genuine solutions to the challenges of relationships & simply being human - in an often difficult world. I focus on multiple components of behavior: actions, thinking and feeling. I utilize primarily DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy). Both provide a range of skills to create new insight and growth and form a basis for lifelong success.

I have had over 20years experience working as a clinical social worker in hospital, hospice, public mental health and private practice settings. I treat children, adolescents, adults and the very elderly. I also have considerable experience helping clients manage Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Conditions as well as those with developmental/physical disabilities or cognitive impairments. I offer supportive counseling in a relaxed safe environment, meeting clients where they are and nurturing individual skills and strengths. I see the relationship between client and counselor as being key in all my therapeutic interventions and work to create trust and confidenc

I'm passionate about learning, and am motivated to find out what clinically proven tools and methods will best support each individual I work with.

I was drawn to counseling over the years because I enjoy helping others grow and develop into the best version of themselves. During my own life, I have overcome my own challenges and would like the opportunity to provide support to others on their journey whatever that looks like for them.

Are you feeling stuck, weighed down by stress and the changes you've had to navigate in your life? You may have thought that it would turn around, and your problems would just go away. But they didn't, and you're wondering if you can find peace. Depression, anxiety, and relationship issues can be a heavy burden to carry, but you don't have to walk through this alone. As your counselor, I will listen, give support to help you through these times, and work with you to make the changes you need to bring healing to your life.

You deserve to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help you experience a greater sense of well-being and contentment in your life. What I enjoy most about counseling is having the privilege of sharing authentic connections with people who want to feel better and see their lives improved. I work with individual adults and have a special interest in helping women who are in life transition. Many clients come to me seeking help for grief and loss, depression, anxiety, issues with adult children, family cutoffs, trauma, early attachment and self-esteem issues, and more.

As of January 1, 2022, my private practice is closed to new patients. I do not anticipate a change in this status as my work has largely shifted to local employee assistance. For over 20 years, it has been my privilege and pleasure to help adults and adolescents with mood, anxiety, and trauma issues. If you have seen me in the past, you are welcome to contact me about returning to therapy. My services include individual, family, and experiential group therapy. Office convenient to Albany, Lebanon and Corvallis, Oregon. Please call or email, for more detailed information.

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Are you experiencing life changes, relationship issues or suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with chronic pain or illness, or feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you well? Choosing to pursue counseling is a courageous step towards addressing the issues that you are facing and I aim to honor your courage by providing a space for you to be heard and understood and to help you in identifying your personal goals. I use evidence-based modalities to facilitate forward growth and change.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to work, at whatever level that may be for them. It is important to celebrate and build on small successes. Change can be scary. The idea of therapy can be terrifying for some, and a relief for others. If you are reading through this, it means you are likely searching for something. I believe that in therapy a space is created to help you to work on your goals in an environment that is supportive and safe. While therapy is not an end all, it helps you to discover more about yourself and the interactions you have in your daily life. Therapy is what you make it.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and asked yourself, “who am I?” or “how did I get to this place in my life?” or ever thought “I am not ok”, but everyone around you says that you are doing fine and things will work themselves out. Do you find yourself questioning your spiritual or religious beliefs? Maybe even doubting them all together? Do you find yourself sad or nervous often? Are you frustrated with yourself and relationships more and more often? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then this is the right place for you. Together we can find the answers that you are searching for in your life and relationships.

I am NOT taking new clients right now. I am licensed in both Oregon and Washington at this time. Based on your needs and preferences, I offer short-term/solution-focused therapy, as well as longer-term "depth therapy." I focus on clinical assessment and move toward providing strategies and skills for symptom reduction for anxiety or other mood issues, assist you in building on current strengths, and help you find new ways of coping with the changes and challenges life throws at us. I can also provide assistance in managing trauma issues and moving past it with EMDR and IFS.