Trauma Focused Therapists in Portland, OR
Are you ready to live a better you? You are taking the first step in attaining peace-of-mind, I respect and applaud you for doing so. I have a Masters degree in Social Work from Portland State University and over 40 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I began my private practice, Pathways to Peace Therapy, over 20 years ago, while also working in community mental health and E.R. crisis intervention for over 15 years. In 2014, I also began working with OCD patients. Working in various mental health settings has been invaluable in providing tools to bring to my clients individual needs and goals.
Are you ready to live a better you? You are taking the first step in attaining peace-of-mind, I respect and applaud you for doing so. I have a Masters degree in Social Work from Portland State University and over 40 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I began my private practice, Pathways to Peace Therapy, over 20 years ago, while also working in community mental health and E.R. crisis intervention for over 15 years. In 2014, I also began working with OCD patients. Working in various mental health settings has been invaluable in providing tools to bring to my clients individual needs and goals.
You just want your energy back— why is it so hard? I help women find their answer and heal from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and body struggles. You are not too much, and it is not too late to heal and feel more alive. My practice is a compassionate and structured collaboration to bring you more clarity, more power, more wholeness. I use a non-judgmental, strengths-focused, and evidence-based approach so you feel understood, safe, and empowered in your growth. It takes energy to find the right therapist; thank you for your effort. You are worth it. I wish you ease in your search here.
You just want your energy back— why is it so hard? I help women find their answer and heal from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and body struggles. You are not too much, and it is not too late to heal and feel more alive. My practice is a compassionate and structured collaboration to bring you more clarity, more power, more wholeness. I use a non-judgmental, strengths-focused, and evidence-based approach so you feel understood, safe, and empowered in your growth. It takes energy to find the right therapist; thank you for your effort. You are worth it. I wish you ease in your search here.
Therapy is a collaborative process of relational and emotional growth. We explore the roots of troublesome patterns in your life so you can feel more fulfilled, improve relationships, grieve losses and experience more joy. My approach is primarily psychodynamic and psychoanalytic, and blends CBT/ DBT methods as needed. I have also been trained as an EMDR specialist. I enjoy working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, infertility/pregnancy/ parenting issues and traumatic stress. I have many years of experience helping people to heal from emotional wounds while deepening self-awareness.
Therapy is a collaborative process of relational and emotional growth. We explore the roots of troublesome patterns in your life so you can feel more fulfilled, improve relationships, grieve losses and experience more joy. My approach is primarily psychodynamic and psychoanalytic, and blends CBT/ DBT methods as needed. I have also been trained as an EMDR specialist. I enjoy working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, infertility/pregnancy/ parenting issues and traumatic stress. I have many years of experience helping people to heal from emotional wounds while deepening self-awareness.
Welcome! I am a queer therapist who offers culturally inclusive, identity-affirming care. I support individuals in making sense of their past experiences and expanding their capacity to show up more authentically in their lives. Our earliest relationships shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. If those experiences were unhealthy, they can leave us with limiting beliefs or patterns that no longer serve us. Therapy is a space to deepen awareness and create meaningful change. Using a trauma-conscious approach, I support nervous system healing and help clients create a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.
Welcome! I am a queer therapist who offers culturally inclusive, identity-affirming care. I support individuals in making sense of their past experiences and expanding their capacity to show up more authentically in their lives. Our earliest relationships shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. If those experiences were unhealthy, they can leave us with limiting beliefs or patterns that no longer serve us. Therapy is a space to deepen awareness and create meaningful change. Using a trauma-conscious approach, I support nervous system healing and help clients create a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.
Looking for a calm and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, make sense of your experiences, and grow into the life you want to live? I believe that times of change, while often overwhelming, are also powerful opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
Like the willow tree—strong, flexible, and deeply rooted—I strive to help you navigate life’s changes with resilience, clarity, and compassion.
-I am able to see clients living in Oregon, Washington, and Texas.-
Looking for a calm and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, make sense of your experiences, and grow into the life you want to live? I believe that times of change, while often overwhelming, are also powerful opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
Like the willow tree—strong, flexible, and deeply rooted—I strive to help you navigate life’s changes with resilience, clarity, and compassion.
-I am able to see clients living in Oregon, Washington, and Texas.-
***Currently available for in-person and Teletherapy appointments*** I am passionate about people leading empowered, connected, and purposeful lives. I provide counseling services to diverse clients as they learn, change, grow, and function in increasingly inspired, creative, healthy, and adaptive ways. I work collaboratively with clients in identifying needs, making changes, and practicing new skills in a safe and supportive setting. I am experienced in working with adults, couples, families, as well as adolescent clients, on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, identity, and unwanted thoughts or emotions.
***Currently available for in-person and Teletherapy appointments*** I am passionate about people leading empowered, connected, and purposeful lives. I provide counseling services to diverse clients as they learn, change, grow, and function in increasingly inspired, creative, healthy, and adaptive ways. I work collaboratively with clients in identifying needs, making changes, and practicing new skills in a safe and supportive setting. I am experienced in working with adults, couples, families, as well as adolescent clients, on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, identity, and unwanted thoughts or emotions.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in exhausting patterns? You try your best, yet emotions like anxiety, panic, and self-doubt keep hijacking you, leaving you drained and unsure of how to move forward. You struggle with people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and expressing your true self—often feeling trapped in cycles of overwhelm, frustration, or disappointment. You’re ready for change. You want to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself in a way that brings peace and balance to your life.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in exhausting patterns? You try your best, yet emotions like anxiety, panic, and self-doubt keep hijacking you, leaving you drained and unsure of how to move forward. You struggle with people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and expressing your true self—often feeling trapped in cycles of overwhelm, frustration, or disappointment. You’re ready for change. You want to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself in a way that brings peace and balance to your life.
Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality? Do you find yourself stuck in navigating relationships with others of varying sexual orientations or sexual lifestyles? Perhaps you struggle with communicating and navigating those differences in desire or needs with your partners. Whether that is an addition of a new partner, a child, a new dynamic in your relationship, or not feeling your most authentic self in your sexuality or relationships, you are ready to take that next step and embrace your identity and sexuality in this phase of your life.
Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality? Do you find yourself stuck in navigating relationships with others of varying sexual orientations or sexual lifestyles? Perhaps you struggle with communicating and navigating those differences in desire or needs with your partners. Whether that is an addition of a new partner, a child, a new dynamic in your relationship, or not feeling your most authentic self in your sexuality or relationships, you are ready to take that next step and embrace your identity and sexuality in this phase of your life.
Is life feeling hard to navigate? Are you feeling anxious, down or restricted by your past or current events? You're not alone. It's normal to have ups & downs & be impacted by your past and environment. Whether it is current events or past trauma, I can help you find a path forward.
As a counselor, I have experience working with all kinds of people and mental health concerns. One area of specialty is trauma recovery. I also work with concerns of depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem, and more. I honor the value of every person and enjoy utilizing a person’s strengths to help them find solutions to living their best life.
Is life feeling hard to navigate? Are you feeling anxious, down or restricted by your past or current events? You're not alone. It's normal to have ups & downs & be impacted by your past and environment. Whether it is current events or past trauma, I can help you find a path forward.
As a counselor, I have experience working with all kinds of people and mental health concerns. One area of specialty is trauma recovery. I also work with concerns of depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem, and more. I honor the value of every person and enjoy utilizing a person’s strengths to help them find solutions to living their best life.
If you feel stuck, anxious or depressed, I can help. You may be exhausted due to the stress of worrying all the time. Or, you lack energy and motivation and struggle with feelings of low self-worth. Perhaps you've had a traumatic experience or suffer from PTSD. You might be using alcohol or drugs as a coping strategy. You're tired of struggling, and you want to find a way out of the turmoil. You long to feel more in control. You wish you could move through life with more ease and experience more joy. If only you could feel good about yourself and have more fulfilling relationships. With evidence based treatments I can help.
If you feel stuck, anxious or depressed, I can help. You may be exhausted due to the stress of worrying all the time. Or, you lack energy and motivation and struggle with feelings of low self-worth. Perhaps you've had a traumatic experience or suffer from PTSD. You might be using alcohol or drugs as a coping strategy. You're tired of struggling, and you want to find a way out of the turmoil. You long to feel more in control. You wish you could move through life with more ease and experience more joy. If only you could feel good about yourself and have more fulfilling relationships. With evidence based treatments I can help.
You lost someone you loved, and since then, your life has narrowed. Your body is exhausted, your mind won’t slow down, and joy feels distant or even impossible. Anxiety and depression move in waves. Grief shows up in ways you didn’t expect—in your sleep, your concentration, your patience, your sense of who you are now. It can feel deeply isolating, especially when you believe no one could truly understand your pain. I see grief as the price of love: it hurts because the relationship mattered. Avoiding grief would mean avoiding love itself. It doesn’t disappear, but how you live with the loss can change, slowly.
You lost someone you loved, and since then, your life has narrowed. Your body is exhausted, your mind won’t slow down, and joy feels distant or even impossible. Anxiety and depression move in waves. Grief shows up in ways you didn’t expect—in your sleep, your concentration, your patience, your sense of who you are now. It can feel deeply isolating, especially when you believe no one could truly understand your pain. I see grief as the price of love: it hurts because the relationship mattered. Avoiding grief would mean avoiding love itself. It doesn’t disappear, but how you live with the loss can change, slowly.
Our mutual trust, connection, and honesty is what guides our work. We will hold space for all the complex parts of you as I learn your story. I believe healing happens when we explore these stories together. In our work we can help you understand your reactions better, and feel more connected to the world around you rather than at odds with it.
My clients are often hilarious, intelligent, values-driven, and sensitive. Many have experienced complex trauma and/or fit the criteria for personality disorders. Whether you are 16 or 70, I see you for the whole person you are and want to find adaptable strategies to meet your goals.
Our mutual trust, connection, and honesty is what guides our work. We will hold space for all the complex parts of you as I learn your story. I believe healing happens when we explore these stories together. In our work we can help you understand your reactions better, and feel more connected to the world around you rather than at odds with it.
My clients are often hilarious, intelligent, values-driven, and sensitive. Many have experienced complex trauma and/or fit the criteria for personality disorders. Whether you are 16 or 70, I see you for the whole person you are and want to find adaptable strategies to meet your goals.
If you often feel anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by depression, your nervous system (and your cognitive parts) may be stuck in a state of high alert. This can make it hard to feel the calm, clear, connection of Self in your life.
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), and other supporting modalities where appropriate, to help you understand and heal the parts of you that carry pain, fear, and self-criticism. Together, we’ll work to understand your protective parts, heal your exiled parts, and increase your connection to your Self.
If you often feel anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by depression, your nervous system (and your cognitive parts) may be stuck in a state of high alert. This can make it hard to feel the calm, clear, connection of Self in your life.
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), and other supporting modalities where appropriate, to help you understand and heal the parts of you that carry pain, fear, and self-criticism. Together, we’ll work to understand your protective parts, heal your exiled parts, and increase your connection to your Self.
I believe that true healing occurs within the context of relationships—through connection, trust, safety, and the support of others. These elements allow us to thrive as our authentic selves. Healing, in my view, is a birthright for everyone.
In my practice, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can explore all aspects of the self—mind, body, and spirit. My approach is both holistic and humanistic, honoring the complexities and beauty of what it means to be human in today's world.
I believe that true healing occurs within the context of relationships—through connection, trust, safety, and the support of others. These elements allow us to thrive as our authentic selves. Healing, in my view, is a birthright for everyone.
In my practice, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can explore all aspects of the self—mind, body, and spirit. My approach is both holistic and humanistic, honoring the complexities and beauty of what it means to be human in today's world.
Accepting new clients as of March 5th! You are taking the time to make mental health a priority, and that is something to be proud of. I am honored to support you on your journey toward your goals.
I approach your challenges from a holistic perspective, recognizing that every aspect of your life contributes to the present situation. I firmly believe that you are the expert of your own story, and that you possess numerous strengths that will guide you in overcoming any roadblocks along the way. Together, we will uncover and build upon these strengths, enabling you to achieve the growth and fulfillment you deserve.
Accepting new clients as of March 5th! You are taking the time to make mental health a priority, and that is something to be proud of. I am honored to support you on your journey toward your goals.
I approach your challenges from a holistic perspective, recognizing that every aspect of your life contributes to the present situation. I firmly believe that you are the expert of your own story, and that you possess numerous strengths that will guide you in overcoming any roadblocks along the way. Together, we will uncover and build upon these strengths, enabling you to achieve the growth and fulfillment you deserve.
My name is Grace, and I specialize in supporting folks on their relationship to food, exercise, and their body. Perhaps your relationship to your body is feeling very loud, and you’re actively battling disordered eating and struggling to find a recovery path on your own. Or perhaps you have a long history of dieting, with a nagging voice in the background quietly dictating many of your decisions throughout the day. Some people struggle to imagine how it’s possible to feel at home in your body and feel at peace with food choices. Not only is it possible, but I am truly honored to walk this path with folks as they find their way.
My name is Grace, and I specialize in supporting folks on their relationship to food, exercise, and their body. Perhaps your relationship to your body is feeling very loud, and you’re actively battling disordered eating and struggling to find a recovery path on your own. Or perhaps you have a long history of dieting, with a nagging voice in the background quietly dictating many of your decisions throughout the day. Some people struggle to imagine how it’s possible to feel at home in your body and feel at peace with food choices. Not only is it possible, but I am truly honored to walk this path with folks as they find their way.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy that incorporates individuality and the wisdom clients have about themselves, along with evidence-based approaches. I view my role as walking alongside you in your therapy journey to provide support in setting and accomplishing goals that are aligned with your values. I hope to assist clients to feel more fulfilled in life through our work together. I support clients’ autonomy. I won’t tell you what to do - rather we can work together on building insight into barriers preventing you from living the life you want, and then gradually taking steps in the direction of your goals.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy that incorporates individuality and the wisdom clients have about themselves, along with evidence-based approaches. I view my role as walking alongside you in your therapy journey to provide support in setting and accomplishing goals that are aligned with your values. I hope to assist clients to feel more fulfilled in life through our work together. I support clients’ autonomy. I won’t tell you what to do - rather we can work together on building insight into barriers preventing you from living the life you want, and then gradually taking steps in the direction of your goals.
I believe self-exploration is key to recognizing, understanding, and transforming old patterns of behavior that are no longer helpful. Change of any sort requires courage, and I am here to support you as you develop skills that perhaps you were never taught. Through creative process, talk therapy, skill building, and thoughtful reflection, we work together to help you create a more fulfilling, authentic, and joyful life.
I believe self-exploration is key to recognizing, understanding, and transforming old patterns of behavior that are no longer helpful. Change of any sort requires courage, and I am here to support you as you develop skills that perhaps you were never taught. Through creative process, talk therapy, skill building, and thoughtful reflection, we work together to help you create a more fulfilling, authentic, and joyful life.
I believe every good therapist has done their own work. I have been a therapy client at different times throughout my life. I don’t ask my clients to do anything I haven’t done myself. Together we will work to identify the best approach to healing for you.
I believe every good therapist has done their own work. I have been a therapy client at different times throughout my life. I don’t ask my clients to do anything I haven’t done myself. Together we will work to identify the best approach to healing for you.
Many of the people I work with are creative, relationally perceptive, and highly adaptive. They are artists, caregivers, and teens navigating complex systems, or therapists themselves who understand their histories and patterns intellectually yet still find them activated in their bodies and relationships.
I understand the therapeutic relationship itself as the primary agent of change. Within that relational frame, I integrate Brainspotting and Art Therapy to engage both cognitive insight and embodied processing.
My work draws from Psychodynamic and Experiential traditions. My style is warm, direct, and cushioned with levity.
Many of the people I work with are creative, relationally perceptive, and highly adaptive. They are artists, caregivers, and teens navigating complex systems, or therapists themselves who understand their histories and patterns intellectually yet still find them activated in their bodies and relationships.
I understand the therapeutic relationship itself as the primary agent of change. Within that relational frame, I integrate Brainspotting and Art Therapy to engage both cognitive insight and embodied processing.
My work draws from Psychodynamic and Experiential traditions. My style is warm, direct, and cushioned with levity.
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