Parenting Therapists in McMinnville, OR

I believe people want to live a full and productive life. You can make the changes you need. Depression does not have to keep you down. Don't let anxiety limit you. You can identifying what is keeping you back. You can clarify direction and new meaning in life. You can help a child who is feeling badly, having difficulty at school or home. You and your family can learn to communicate clearly and kindly whether you are single, a single parent , a couple, separated, or with a new partner and their children. You can heal from trauma, recent or past - don't let it haunt you. You can feel better and claim a positive outlook on life!

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR TELEHEALTH. I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and heal. There are seasons that we need connection and support through difficult times journey. The purpose of therapy is to provide you with the opportunity to explore a variety of concerns related to your current situation. I work with clients through a collaborative therapeutic relationship that fosters acceptance, connection, and hope. Our past does not define us, but it does inform who we are today. I specialize in empowering clients to find healing and renewal as you explore dynamics of the past and how they interact with the present.

I am committed to helping individuals, families, businesses, communities move forward, which is different than moving on. I bring 30 years of clinical experience which includes work with combat, childhood and complex PTSD and trauma including Holocaust survivors. I have been recognized by The Southern Poverty Law Center for contributions to promote justice. I work with cancer patients and their families as a member of the Association of Oncology Social Workers. Psychotherapy with trauma survivors (including those who have lost a child at any age) has helped clients lead productive and happier lives despite strife and adversity.

I am passionate about well-being. For some, that might mean healing from trauma or growth into the person you want to become. It might mean understanding how to have a happier, healthy relationship with a parent , partner or child. I believe that every person is worthy of a life that is fully-alive and I am dedicated to partnering with people in their journey toward their vision of well-being. I provide clients with a safe, confidential and affirming environment in which they can explore their story, consider what is meaningful to them, cultivate their personal strengths and apply new insights and growth.

I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. "Contacting a therapist for the first time can be uncomfortable regardless of the challenges you may be facing. I am here to help!! " I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals, in addition to working with teens and adolescents. I believe the foundation of therapy is to develop a safe and trusting relationship. Because each client is unique and has their own story, I strive to understand my clients in the context of their psychological, physical and spiritual background. Together we will create a treatment plan that is tailored to meet your needs, hopes and desired goals.

Do the challenges of life have you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and confused? Life is difficult, and despite all of our efforts it gets the best of everyone from time to time. Counseling is a unique process that can afford you a valuable opportunity to enrich your relationships, gain greater skills for living, valuable insight, and a sense of direction into your life. As a licensed professional therapist I am specifically trained to help people develop new solutions to life's problems. My goal is to help you live the best life possible.

Currently Accepting New Clients, couples, children, families, and individuals. I believe we all have the tools within us to overcome our challenges. My approach is to walk alongside you as we name and process the obstacles you face. I hope to provide a safe space that is inclusive and affirming of your needs and to help you find self acceptance. I offer exploration of attachment styles and tapping into underlying emotions through Emotion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also have a background in child development where I taught preschool for over five years and currently working at an eating disorder clinic.

I have many years of experience working with complex family dynamics in agency work. I became a counselor in order to provide services to individuals and families who needed help with their lives. I count it a privilege to work with clients and meet people in their hour of need and sometimes in their hour of desperation. One of my greatest strengths is helping you discover solutions amidst complicated and emotional challenges that are plaguing your life. I try to meet clients right where they are, and encourage them to see a better future for their lives and families.

My desire is to come alongside those who are hurting and help them find hope, a sense of meaning and purpose, and healing. Regardless of whether I am treating an individual, couple or family, I believe that a meaningful, authentic relationship between the client and therapist is essential to the process of healing. My goal is to create a collaborative and safe space for us to enact change in your life and a space where you feel listened to.

Seeking support is a vulnerable and often times difficult step to take. I seek to make this process as easy as possible. If you are struggling, reaching out for help is a great first step to improving yourself. I commonly treat those suffering from anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Oregon. I love and take the role of psychologist seriously as I partner alongside others to provide expertise on the journey towards healing and improved quality of life. I strive to connect with each person I work with to provide individualized treatment.

My approach as a therapist is to honor the inherent worth and dignity of all. My intention is to deeply listen, and to be truly present. I seek to be an ally to the people I work with, in awakening the parts that have been silenced, and to hear and understand their stories. I draw from psychodynamic, relational, trauma-informed, and somatic perspectives. You'll have the opportunity to learn techniques for relaxation and stress management. This will increase your ability to move beyond habitual patterns of thinking and behaving, and towards having the freedom to choose how you inhabit yourself and your relationships.

Mental health is nothing to be ashamed of. I am here to let you know that you do not have to go through this process alone. I am here to provide support whether you are experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety, loss, life transitions or even if you are just looking into working on personal goals. I am here for you! I work with an open mind and an open heart. My role as a therapist is to work collaboratively with clients to help them overcome obstacles and recognize their strengths. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for ALL clients to feel heard and accepted. ALL of your identities are welcomed here.

[NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME] Maybe, you're looking for help with your marriage, or help with a personal life issue, or you want to work through the pain of past hurts or the grief of a significant loss? Counseling provides the opportunity for healthy change, personal growth and healing. I work from an integrated and holistic cognitive-behavioral perspective. I focus on helping my clients change thoughts and actions, so they may better understand their problems and find healing from life's hurts, restore health to relationships, and develop helpful solutions to life's challenges.

Are you wanting to have a loving relationship that lasts and just can’t figure out how to maintain the relationship? Did you come from a dysfunctional home in which your role models for relationships were bad or lacking? Are you tired of blowing up at your partner or children and not knowing where that anger came from? Are you tired of apologizing for your behavior and wondering how to stop doing the same thing over and over again?

CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I offer televideo sessions. Secure and easy, just click a link. Finding a therapist can be difficult to do. It can be hard to know if the counselor will be a good fit for you. Give me a call for a complimentary phone consult and we can talk about what is on your mind. If we are not a good fit, there is a good chance that I know someone who is and can offer you a personal referral. If we are a good fit, then we can begin our journey toward finding understanding, growth, and healing in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

My experience as an adoptive, foster and biological mom opened my eyes to mental health needs and I/DD. I lived in Liberia for nearly three years, which is where I met and married my husband. We have a mixed race family and have had to work to blend the best parts of each culture into our own family culture. For the past 11 years I have worked for county mental health serving initially as a skills trainer in homes, schools and the community. For 5 years I was a wraparound care coordinator, which inspired me to pursue my master’s degree in social work. Since 2017 I have provided therapy in both clinic and school settings.

You can take control of your life. You don't have to live a life suffering from trauma or addiction. You don't have to feel isolated or scared anymore. Finding the right therapist to start your journey isn't easy. I have a wide range of treatment options awaiting anyone willing to take the first steps towards a new start.

Whether you are looking for support during a particularly difficult time, to process trauma, or work with you and your family/spouse/partner, I am here to help. My approach is focused on connection, respect and empathy as a way to help clients heal and deepen understanding of themselves and those they love. I have experience working with an array of concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, trauma and so on using a trauma-informed integrative approach grounded in attachment. I believe each person possesses within themselves the ability to heal and grow and will spend our time in sessions doing just that.

I was drawn to work in the helping profession through a deep desire to understand emotional processes and healing as well as my love for relationships. I have a passion for emotional healing that improves our connections with others and the overall quality of daily experiences for each individual and family. This includes helping individuals and families through life challenges such as depression, anxiety, divorce, sibling and relational issues, behavioral issues, ADHD, current and past traumas, adult children of alcoholic issues, attachment, Aspergers Syndrome, chronic illnesses and other issues that rob us of health and joy.