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!

Not Accepting New Clients at Time "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.

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.

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.

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 experience as an adoptive, foster and biological mom opened my eyes to mental health needs and I/DD. I lived in West Africa 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 12 years I worked in 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.

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.

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.

[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.

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 specialize in couples and family therapy and working with adolescents. I also offer testing services, performing assessments for educational, developmental or forensic needs. For many years I have been offering support and compassion to my clients as I have worked with them to find solutions to a wide range of life's problems. My approach is practical and solution focused. I begin by helping each client tackle their immediate challenges, developing their strengths and helping to make the needed internal and environmental changes necessary for long lasting results and healing. I look forward to talking with you.

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.