Somatic Therapists in Portland, OR

I wish to honor the struggle bringing you to therapy while holding the possibility for real, long lasting transformation. My intention is to create a space where you feel safe and capable of holding your experiences in new ways. From this space of self-acceptance, we will begin to explore the ways in which your natural expression has been distorted. In essence, you will recognize and work with the blocks limiting your life.

Often, we are born into a world that defines us before we define ourselves, which can create a sense of disconnection from who we are. It is my belief that the exploration of Self is inextricably interwoven with the unfolding of our life. Many times, we are not taught how to be in relationship with ourself, as we would with a loved one, and therapy can offer a space to explore and get to know who we are, creating a deeper sense of connection with ourself and offer new perspectives of our role(s) in the world and in relationship to others.

I use an experiential approach in counseling, where we follow the thoughts, feelings, emotions, and sensations that are occurring in the present moment as the window to explore deeper held beliefs. Together, we explore what is at the core of these beliefs and find new ways of understanding and holding the experiences you have had, to bring forward an updated perspective that leads from your most authentic, empowered self. Most of my work draws from my training in The Hakomi Method of Mindful, Somatic Psychotherapy as well as psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, person-centered psychotherapy, depth psychology, and dreamwork.

Are you struggling to understand a relationship that may be abusive, trying to heal from trauma, or need support with gender, identity, or LGBTQ2SIA+ issues? Health Allies specializes in healing from narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, PTSD, and trauma. We also have many therapist who specialize and identify with the LGBTQ2SIA+ community. If you have struggled with any of the above, we can help you sort out your goals for healing and help you get to a better place.

Anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma make it so difficult to be present in your life. If you feel alternately numb, exhausted, or overwhelmed, I can help. Deepen your understanding of how your body holds stress and anxiety to learn new ways to respond. Addressing trauma and anxiety with body awareness helps to stop negative thoughts or a harsh inner narrative. Exploring your response to distress deepens your self-knowledge. We will use effective tools for holding overwhelming emotions in order to support you to feel grounded. With a foundation of self-trust and self-compassion, you feel more open to the possibilities of life.

My passion is working with men’s issues, LGBTQ folk, people living cross-cultural lives, creatives, and trauma, especially Religious Trauma. In healing my own childhood trauma, in my training, and guiding others, I know well the remarkable power of mind/body integration. I will be with you every step of the way as you emerge into a loving, connected and free self. My holistic approach is down-to-earth and gentle, centering in mindful awareness of the present moment and how your past is shaping it. I work with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our work is collaborative to help you reconnect with innate strengths, resources and wisdom.

We all deserve to feel aligned, safe and nurtured. Cultivating compassionate self-awareness and acceptance, are at the core of healing, change and growth. When we feel healthy and fulfilled we are more likely to live with meaning. I utilize an integrative lens, centered in mindfulness, somatic , attachment and IFS orientations to promote increased consciousness of thoughts, values, feelings, and behavior patterns. My approach is intuitive, and warm. Our work together involves expanding awareness of the inner mind, and felt senses to move towards a more integrated self. I am tele health only at this time. Serving Oregon and Montana.

I view therapy as a collaborative, unfolding process that considers clients holistically. I draw from feminist and somatic approaches, using mindfulness to help you reconnect with your centered-self, those around you, and broader structures of support and thriving. You can expect a safe and nonjudgmental space - I strive to incorporate anti-oppressive frameworks into my practice, attending to your social and cultural context. I believe that many challenges are related to structural violence and that we hold this trauma in our bodies. I enjoy helping clients tune into their embodied experience to release pain and find understanding.

I am currently accepting adult clients for Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in Nevada City, CA and Portland, OR. My regular therapy practice is only open for Telehealth. I work with individuals experiencing PTSD, grief, end-of life transition, eco-anxiety, treatment resistant depression, relational challenges, and integrating non-ordinary states of consciousness. I am passionate about helping clients gain insight through self-inquiry, heal attachment through authentic connection, release trauma through embodied awareness, and experience breakthrough by dismantling patterns that no longer serve them.

I am currently open and accepting new clients. You may be struggling to adapt to changes in your life and feeling anxious, depressed, and lost. We all respond to challenges in creative ways, and these adaptations can make us less flexible, leading to difficulties in other areas. Perhaps this is impacting your relationships, including how you feel about yourself. You might be having difficulty understanding and expressing your thoughts and feelings. Sometimes it is hard to heal from the past, find comfort in the present, and choose a way forward. Therapy can help derive meaning from experience and discover a greater sense of purpose.

Attending to suffering and challenges is tender and vulnerable. I hope to create a space of refuge to nurture your natural insight, wisdom, and resilience. My primary focus is to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, foster personal growth, identity building, creativity, and healing from trauma. I use mindful somatic practices, and an eclectic therapy model. My training as an acupuncturist and yoga instructor, and my ongoing creative practices inform my counseling approach. I accept out of pocket clients, and OHP clients with Health Share/Care Oregon. I especially love empowering women to thrive.

I'm Kel! I offer virtual (video/phone) therapy, spiritual coaching and self-hypnosis for clients located anywhere. I've dedicated my life helping incredible people enrich their lives and relationships. I help clients love and forgive themselves using the miraculous power to heal from within. I use intuition, somatic therapy, mindfulness, radical acceptance and humor. I specialize in spiritual issues and coaching, self-love, self-forgiveness, self-acceptance & inner child healing. Clients report how easy it is to love themselves after working with me. Clients describe me as gentle, calm, compassionate, out of the box and inspiring.

Are you working towards a more fulfilling life but continue to find areas where you get stuck or become overwhelmed? Are you hurting inside and unsure of where to turn? Many of our struggles stem from our relationships with others and we often need tools for navigating them, help with setting boundaries, and support in healing the wounds that might arise. Clinicians at Embodied Life Therapy Center bring a wealth of knowledge, training, and experience in working with relationship issues and the impact on our lives as a result.

Alex is currently finishing his masters in Counseling Psychology at the University of Western States in Portland, OR. His primary research focus is on transpersonal experiences and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Alex's philosophy is one of organicity, meaning that every individual is gifted with an innate healing wisdom and capacity for wholeness. As a former earth scientist and active artist, Alex incorporates lessons from nature and creative expression in his work, and seeks to help others reconnect with the more subtle rhythms of psyche as a woven thread in the generative fabric of life.