Trauma Focused Therapists in Portland, OR
Neuroscience has taught us that "the mind" is encapsulated not only in the head; it exists throughout the whole body. As a holistic practitioner, I am interested in how you can learn to listen to the wisdom and cues of your inner knowing, beyond just what your thoughts tell you, and mend the relationship between mind/body. We all have the ability to grow and transcend from our past and present wounds and turn them into sources of empowerment and healing. I greet identity work, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues with positive psychology and feminist therapy frameworks to aim towards your sense of liberation.
Neuroscience has taught us that "the mind" is encapsulated not only in the head; it exists throughout the whole body. As a holistic practitioner, I am interested in how you can learn to listen to the wisdom and cues of your inner knowing, beyond just what your thoughts tell you, and mend the relationship between mind/body. We all have the ability to grow and transcend from our past and present wounds and turn them into sources of empowerment and healing. I greet identity work, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues with positive psychology and feminist therapy frameworks to aim towards your sense of liberation.
As your therapist, I am here to listen, support and work collaboratively with you through your journey as you discover your strengths and develop a sense of hope and motivation to take action to improve your life situation, utilizing the resources within and around you. My experience, education and knowledge has afforded me the opportunity to work with you who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, family conflict, couples counseling, relationship issues, etc.. I will use various treatment models that will help you to reach your desired goals.
As your therapist, I am here to listen, support and work collaboratively with you through your journey as you discover your strengths and develop a sense of hope and motivation to take action to improve your life situation, utilizing the resources within and around you. My experience, education and knowledge has afforded me the opportunity to work with you who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, family conflict, couples counseling, relationship issues, etc.. I will use various treatment models that will help you to reach your desired goals.
Seeking support for your young child's psychological or developmental needs? As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological services for children 18 months to 7 years, including evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, and more. Through these evaluations, I help clarify diagnoses and provide valuable recommendations for your child's development. In addition to evaluations, I offer parent coaching and therapy to address challenging behaviors, parenting a neurodivergent child, working through meltdowns, and more! I also offer practical tips and tricks for improving sleep and potty training.
Seeking support for your young child's psychological or developmental needs? As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological services for children 18 months to 7 years, including evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, and more. Through these evaluations, I help clarify diagnoses and provide valuable recommendations for your child's development. In addition to evaluations, I offer parent coaching and therapy to address challenging behaviors, parenting a neurodivergent child, working through meltdowns, and more! I also offer practical tips and tricks for improving sleep and potty training.
I serve adolescents, young adults and parents who have a desire for understanding what is happening within them and discovering ways to improve their mental well-being as they develop and grow with life's constant changes. I provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where crying is accepted and laughter is encouraged. I deeply value getting to know an individual's true self and embracing the unique ways they see the world. My focus is on stress-related disorders such as PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and general struggles related to life changes or a family member's mental illness.
I serve adolescents, young adults and parents who have a desire for understanding what is happening within them and discovering ways to improve their mental well-being as they develop and grow with life's constant changes. I provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where crying is accepted and laughter is encouraged. I deeply value getting to know an individual's true self and embracing the unique ways they see the world. My focus is on stress-related disorders such as PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and general struggles related to life changes or a family member's mental illness.
I primarily used trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and narrative therapy to help clients understand their stories, uncover thinking and behavioral errors, and begin their journeys to a more ideal life.
Therapy is something that should make room for you to be you, not just in the session, but in its outcome. A person's mental health struggles come from somewhere - let's unpack that together and see what we can unlearn. I believe that therapy should be a safe space to explore all of the issues that may exist everywhere in our lives, and where good intentions are assumed in a caring, kind, and in an emotionally safe environment. Come as you are, and bring your humor. Past clients have described me as a mama bear - loving but will give a firm push. I will let you know that I will challenge you and give homework from time to time.
I primarily used trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and narrative therapy to help clients understand their stories, uncover thinking and behavioral errors, and begin their journeys to a more ideal life.
Therapy is something that should make room for you to be you, not just in the session, but in its outcome. A person's mental health struggles come from somewhere - let's unpack that together and see what we can unlearn. I believe that therapy should be a safe space to explore all of the issues that may exist everywhere in our lives, and where good intentions are assumed in a caring, kind, and in an emotionally safe environment. Come as you are, and bring your humor. Past clients have described me as a mama bear - loving but will give a firm push. I will let you know that I will challenge you and give homework from time to time.
My deepest professional aspiration is to enable others to discover their own motivations for change and to find within themselves the ability to take responsibility for their thought life and thus find the power to take actions and thereby make dramatic and transformative changes in their lives. In working with individuals, couples, and groups, my aim is to foster self-esteem, coping skills and encourage building positive and supportive relationships. I work with individual clients, couples, and lead weekly therapy groups. Deep lasting change that is already beginning iswithin your grasp. Reach out, I'd be honored to work with you.
My deepest professional aspiration is to enable others to discover their own motivations for change and to find within themselves the ability to take responsibility for their thought life and thus find the power to take actions and thereby make dramatic and transformative changes in their lives. In working with individuals, couples, and groups, my aim is to foster self-esteem, coping skills and encourage building positive and supportive relationships. I work with individual clients, couples, and lead weekly therapy groups. Deep lasting change that is already beginning iswithin your grasp. Reach out, I'd be honored to work with you.
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.
Wellness Trailhead (WT) combines psychology, natural science, and sociology to develop and facilitate fun, engaging, and effective wellness workshops, therapy groups, retreats, and educational services for those seeking relief from trauma & addiction. By combining both formal and experiential backgrounds in personal development, our team helps you find solid ground on your Path through the sometimes challenging environment of a wellness journey–whether you’ve been on the journey a long time or you’re just setting out on the trail. We work with both individuals and therapists, with CEs available to therapists for some programs!
Wellness Trailhead (WT) combines psychology, natural science, and sociology to develop and facilitate fun, engaging, and effective wellness workshops, therapy groups, retreats, and educational services for those seeking relief from trauma & addiction. By combining both formal and experiential backgrounds in personal development, our team helps you find solid ground on your Path through the sometimes challenging environment of a wellness journey–whether you’ve been on the journey a long time or you’re just setting out on the trail. We work with both individuals and therapists, with CEs available to therapists for some programs!
Do you feel misunderstood or alone in your interactions, and find that arguments or conversations with others often leave you feeling confused or upset? Do you experience chronic pain, stress, or overwhelm, and often feel on edge or have racing thoughts? Do you struggle with concentration, overthinking, or analyzing your interactions with others afterward? Do you feel constantly on the edge of burnout, or like there's no escape from the daily monotony of being an adult? Do you feel like you don't know yourself anymore?
Do you feel misunderstood or alone in your interactions, and find that arguments or conversations with others often leave you feeling confused or upset? Do you experience chronic pain, stress, or overwhelm, and often feel on edge or have racing thoughts? Do you struggle with concentration, overthinking, or analyzing your interactions with others afterward? Do you feel constantly on the edge of burnout, or like there's no escape from the daily monotony of being an adult? Do you feel like you don't know yourself anymore?
Whether you are looking to therapy for extra support or to be challenged, I hold deep respect for your experience, your boundaries, and your longing for change. We will work together to clarify what your goals are for therapy. Some of the modalities I use in my practice are: Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, directed mindfulness, movement, stress management practices, energetic awareness, EMDR.
Whether you are looking to therapy for extra support or to be challenged, I hold deep respect for your experience, your boundaries, and your longing for change. We will work together to clarify what your goals are for therapy. Some of the modalities I use in my practice are: Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, directed mindfulness, movement, stress management practices, energetic awareness, EMDR.
If your life had a resumé, “chameleon” would be at the top. You’re so good at figuring out others’ needs, they’d never suspect that you have them too. If you were honest with yourself, though, you’d admit how stressful it is to live for other people. You’re terrified you’ll lose relationships if you speak up or say no. Your energy is drained or you feel resentful. You’re exhausted from wondering if others like you or approve of you. If you make choices that disappoint others, you feel guilty and selfish. Your whole identity is about pleasing others, & you want to feel comfortable being your authentic self, but you have no idea how.
If your life had a resumé, “chameleon” would be at the top. You’re so good at figuring out others’ needs, they’d never suspect that you have them too. If you were honest with yourself, though, you’d admit how stressful it is to live for other people. You’re terrified you’ll lose relationships if you speak up or say no. Your energy is drained or you feel resentful. You’re exhausted from wondering if others like you or approve of you. If you make choices that disappoint others, you feel guilty and selfish. Your whole identity is about pleasing others, & you want to feel comfortable being your authentic self, but you have no idea how.
Lately -and more often than you'd like to admit- it feels like you're about to break. You're used to managing ALL of the moving parts: school, the house, kids- all on top of your high stress job and normally you're fine, in fact you kinda love the pressure of all the things!
But right now? Everything feels tenuous - maybe it's a relationship that's no longer a place of refuge, or your anxiety about the world is through the roof or you're feeling more scattered than normal - whatever it is you know you hate it and you don't know how to get back to feeling in control. I can help you figure out what's going on.
Lately -and more often than you'd like to admit- it feels like you're about to break. You're used to managing ALL of the moving parts: school, the house, kids- all on top of your high stress job and normally you're fine, in fact you kinda love the pressure of all the things!
But right now? Everything feels tenuous - maybe it's a relationship that's no longer a place of refuge, or your anxiety about the world is through the roof or you're feeling more scattered than normal - whatever it is you know you hate it and you don't know how to get back to feeling in control. I can help you figure out what's going on.
I am passionate about helping late-diagnosed ADHD adults find self-understanding, self-acceptance, and stability. My clients often come in with needs related to anxiety, depression, self-worth, shame, perfectionism, or trauma. We work together to move past “survival mode,” and into growing, thriving, and wholeheartedly living.
I engage in a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy that is based on the belief that all of us have the innate power to find the best solutions for ourselves, make positive changes in our lives, and attain our fullest potential.
I am passionate about helping late-diagnosed ADHD adults find self-understanding, self-acceptance, and stability. My clients often come in with needs related to anxiety, depression, self-worth, shame, perfectionism, or trauma. We work together to move past “survival mode,” and into growing, thriving, and wholeheartedly living.
I engage in a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy that is based on the belief that all of us have the innate power to find the best solutions for ourselves, make positive changes in our lives, and attain our fullest potential.
I've had many years of experience providing therapy for individuals recovering from trauma, and individuals who had developed habits of self-sabotage in relationships or at work for various reasons. Other areas of focus include depression associated with chronic pain, insecurity and relational strain; anxiety and grief associated with custody and divorce struggles, couples who want to improve the way in which they communicate and partner, and issues surrounding phase of life transitions.
I've had many years of experience providing therapy for individuals recovering from trauma, and individuals who had developed habits of self-sabotage in relationships or at work for various reasons. Other areas of focus include depression associated with chronic pain, insecurity and relational strain; anxiety and grief associated with custody and divorce struggles, couples who want to improve the way in which they communicate and partner, and issues surrounding phase of life transitions.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, therapists, creative minds and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, therapists, creative minds and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
Folks often tell me that therapy doesn't work for them, however there are many types of therapists and many kinds of approaches to therapy. Sometimes it takes a few tries to find someone that is a good fit for your needs! I have been working in Social Work for 9 years spanning fields such as immigrant and refugee work, HIV case management, housing case management, child welfare, and psychiatric hospital care. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and in non-traditional relationships. Additionally, I identify within and have experience working with folks in the LGBTQ+/Queer community.
Folks often tell me that therapy doesn't work for them, however there are many types of therapists and many kinds of approaches to therapy. Sometimes it takes a few tries to find someone that is a good fit for your needs! I have been working in Social Work for 9 years spanning fields such as immigrant and refugee work, HIV case management, housing case management, child welfare, and psychiatric hospital care. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and in non-traditional relationships. Additionally, I identify within and have experience working with folks in the LGBTQ+/Queer community.
If you’re here, you’re likely looking for relief, clarity, or a deeper sense of balance. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others, therapy can be a powerful place to begin.
I work with individuals to support healing, self-discovery, and emotional resilience. My approach is both compassionate and grounded in evidence-based practices, blending practical tools with meaningful emotional exploration and a touch of humor along the way. Together, we’ll create a space where lasting, positive change feels possible.
If you’re here, you’re likely looking for relief, clarity, or a deeper sense of balance. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others, therapy can be a powerful place to begin.
I work with individuals to support healing, self-discovery, and emotional resilience. My approach is both compassionate and grounded in evidence-based practices, blending practical tools with meaningful emotional exploration and a touch of humor along the way. Together, we’ll create a space where lasting, positive change feels possible.
Sometimes it’s painful to face things about ourselves or our situations that we would rather ignore. It's worth it to face them because it gives us the opportunity to look at things from a different perspective, to ask different questions, to challenge ourselves, and ultimately to get more of what we want out of life. Understanding where we've been and how we got here is important, but in order to feel better, we often have to do something different. In therapy we can learn to identify what the options are, evaluate the risks and benefits of different options, and make the best choice for ourselves.
Sometimes it’s painful to face things about ourselves or our situations that we would rather ignore. It's worth it to face them because it gives us the opportunity to look at things from a different perspective, to ask different questions, to challenge ourselves, and ultimately to get more of what we want out of life. Understanding where we've been and how we got here is important, but in order to feel better, we often have to do something different. In therapy we can learn to identify what the options are, evaluate the risks and benefits of different options, and make the best choice for ourselves.
Anxiety, trauma, feelings of worthlessness, depression and a host of other health and mental health challenges peel away at our ability to connect with others. It leaves us feeling alone, lost, powerless and hopeless. Studies have shown that the power of connection is an essential component to a long and meaningful life. So many times, our fears and thoughts that we are not enough, we will be rejected, and that we are invisible trap us in internal suffering. It can feel like we are watching life happen around us from behind a glass window, longing to join but with no way of breaking through.
Anxiety, trauma, feelings of worthlessness, depression and a host of other health and mental health challenges peel away at our ability to connect with others. It leaves us feeling alone, lost, powerless and hopeless. Studies have shown that the power of connection is an essential component to a long and meaningful life. So many times, our fears and thoughts that we are not enough, we will be rejected, and that we are invisible trap us in internal suffering. It can feel like we are watching life happen around us from behind a glass window, longing to join but with no way of breaking through.
Are you are feeling like you want something more than just talk therapy? Find yourself stuck in your head and thoughts? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of what your body is telling you? Do you want to learn how to respond with care to your body and mind? hoping for relief from anxiety by getting to the root cause-not just managing symptoms? Or maybe even looking for greater emotional resilience and nervous system attunement? Working with me can provide you with practical tools and perspective that help you listen inward, become more embodied or more authentic and intentional and healthy boundaries.
Are you are feeling like you want something more than just talk therapy? Find yourself stuck in your head and thoughts? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of what your body is telling you? Do you want to learn how to respond with care to your body and mind? hoping for relief from anxiety by getting to the root cause-not just managing symptoms? Or maybe even looking for greater emotional resilience and nervous system attunement? Working with me can provide you with practical tools and perspective that help you listen inward, become more embodied or more authentic and intentional and healthy boundaries.
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