Therapists in Philomath, OR

I work with adolescents and adults. I focus on helping people change unhappy patterns in their lives and find relief from suffering. I primarily utilize a psychodynamic approach which means helping clients gain insight into the dynamics of maladaptive patterns that have evolved in their lives. Gaining insight is often the first step, or the foundation, of positive change. I also do EMDR to facilitate recovery from trauma.

Individual, Group, Family, and Couples Therapy provided for Adults and Adolescents. Clinical Supervision provided. I am accepting new clients for Group Therapy and Clinical Supervision only. Psychotherapy is a process and opportunity for everyone to grow. Developing a trusting and open relationship with your therapist is important. My experience and training allow me to provide in-depth assessments, understanding, and treatment. I offer the opportunity to explore oneself, while I help guide through the barriers that may keep one stuck in unhealthy or unwanted patterns.

Accepting new OSU referrals only. 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 AM Accepting NEW - CLIENTS. I use an Integrated Holistic Mind-Body Approach: Neurocounseling, Positive Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy, Neurotherapy bio-feedback, etc. I work with clients to develop individualized treatment action plans to resolve difficulties, address challenges, & focus on achieving goals. I specialize in Anxiety / Stress / Trauma; Relationship Dynamics & Communication Skills; Life & Career Direction; Transition Management; Depression; Grief & Loss. I assist in gaining knowledge & answers, forming new behaviors, overcoming barriers, support healing & development, & in creating positive relationships.

To begin this new journey towards wellness signifies courage and readiness for change and healing. It can be challenging to find someone who can hold space for your life experiences and needs as a client. I utilize a person-centered perspective in supporting clients as they move through this process of self-discovery and growth. I seek to bring compassion, warmth, and unconditional positive regard to our sessions and bring a gentle directness to this space where needed. It is important to me that we incorporate approaches which honor your unique needs, and that we do so in an affirming and welcoming space.

I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with their current knowledge, skills and perspectives. You can "Feel the Way You Want to Feel" following the Rational Living approach. I practice staying in the moment, strive to accept what presents itself and work toward solutions.

All people are one of a kind, but here's where we're all alike: All of us come from a personal history and context: A past that got us through to where we are now. And "Right Now" is where all the choices and opportunities are. Some things we may want to change, other things we may choose to accept as they are. Therapy can be helpful in understanding yourself well enough to know which is which. And therapy can offer some things you may need to go forward with your choices: Hope, perspective and someone who believes in you while you practice believing in yourself.

Welcome! All of us come to a time in our lives where we want to talk to someone. In a safe place to process our thoughts and feelings, while using self-compassion and nonjudgment. To come to a deeper understanding of our behaviors, emotions, and ideas, or what the root may be. We then develop our sense of clarity and pleasures in life. We cooperatively define the direction of your counseling session and goals. We are all unique in our humanity, as our situations and experiences are all different yet the same.

Welcome. We all have times in our lives when we need a little help...it's part of being human. The fact that you are here, exploring my Psychology Today page, is an important courageous first step that should be honored. Therapy is a dynamic process that is often life changing; it's different for every person. I have a warm, genuine approach and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and inviting space for each individual's unique healing journey. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies combined with useful techniques to help clients heal and cope.

Are you currently struggling and seeking to better understand yourself and/or work through experiences of feeling stuck? Do your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, or patterns feel disappointing, overwhelming, or seem to drift from your goals? We can collaborate to understand what is most valuable to you, the ways in which you struggle and what is most effective for you in your journey forward. We can discover the most useful tools for you on your own healing path as you metabolize that which seems to be stuck, and grow in your own unique way.