Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Sherwood, OR

My clients are often those keenly aware of the complex time we live in, and are interested to understand what is keeping them from having the vibrant life they seek. You are doing "all the right things," and yet you continue to feel unfulfilled, anxious - in your relationships, sex life, in your work. You might feel stuck creatively. You feel distant, or at odds with your physical body. You'd like to know your story more fully, to understand how past experiences and cultural conditioning have impacted you, and to give your story voice, so you can express yourself - in relationships, work, art - from a place of deeper authenticity.

Currently Accepting NEW clients in person (McMinnville) and Telehealth. Welcome. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me and for taking time to care for yourself. Take a deep breath, seeking therapy services is brave so if this is as far as you go, well done- but I do hope you choose to stay! Therapy can be hard work so I'm not afraid to bring a touch of humor and a little bit of sass to keep things moving!

My approach to counseling is to walk alongside you in your journey towards wellness. My main goal is to assist you in developing insight, discovering who you want to be, as well as change the behaviors that keep you from reaching your goals. I provide guidance and understanding but most importantly I provide a safe, trustworthy and loving environment.

Now accepting new clients. We are unhappy in our lives today because we have wounds from the past that have been left unhealed. These wounds generate from our basic needs not being met in childhood, abuse, loss of any kind (death of a loved one/friend, job, house, security, relationship, etc.), an unexpected accident, or any other traumas life may throw at you. These unhealed wounds are “jabbing” at you today through maladaptive and numbing behaviors, physical reactions, and emotional reactions.

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.

Hello! My name is Chelsea and I work at COFT. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the scientific research that acknowledges we are all vibration. All that has occurred in our life is the result of the frequency that is or has been emitted from us. Our beliefs about ourselves and others create a vibrational frequency which, in turn, creates our reality and sometimes that reality is one of negativity and feeling like a victim of life. My passion is to help you feel empowered and remember who you are, an infinite creator who has the capability to create the life you desire, even when that feels absolutely impossible.

Feeling like a shadow of your former self. Just going through the motions. All this pretending and performing—it's exhausting. You've been through some real tough times. It's a lot to handle. You just want to feel good again and not have those past struggles keep coming back to haunt you. So you try your hardest to put on a brave face and be the person everyone expects you to be. Relationships are on shaky ground right now. Feeling embarrassed every time you lose your cool with someone you care about. Worried that they'll get sick of dealing with this trauma stuff. Fresh out of ideas for how to bring things in a better direction.

Seeking out mental health treatment is a supreme act of valor. It takes a great deal of courage to acknowledge when depression, anxiety, and PTSD are causing your life to be unmanageable. We all need someone to witness what it means to be human. Thank you for considering me as someone to walk down the path of healing with you.

Welcome to a safe space where your journey towards mental and emotional well-being begins. As a dedicated mental health therapist, my primary focus is on fostering empathy and establishing a profound connection with each individual who walks through my door. Your unique experiences and struggles matter, and together, we will navigate the path to healing, growth, and resilience. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges, foster resilience, and unlock your full potential. Let's embark on this transformative path to healing and growth.

I am passionate about helping couples strengthen their bond and feel comfortable & secure sharing their vulnerabilities with each other. I work with couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship distress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I have been married for over 30 years to a Lieutenant/Paramedic in the fire service, a mother of two grown children, and have more than thirty years of experience working with teens and adults in medical and Christian-based settings. I understand the impact a stressful career and busy lifestyle have on people, their marriages, and their families.

Life experiences and transitions influence the way we live, and can be the main reason we are experiencing the types of distress we find ourselves in. They force us to let go of the familiar and face the future with a feeling of vulnerability. We can experience great loss, fear, and not knowing where or who to turn to.

Over the years what I consistently hear from individuals who come to my office is that they are looking for a place to not just understand why they feel the way they do, but to also get help making changes so they can live more abundently. Often times distress comes not just from the past, but also from not understanding why events that happened sometimes years ago are still impacting them today. More than this, they want to both discover and be aided toward making changes necessary to have a more fulfilling life.

Have you been to many different therapists and don’t feel it has helped? Or maybe you’ve never been to a therapist and have no idea what to expect. Do you feel stuck in relationships and situations where you feel miserable and can’t take the next step?

In certain circumstances, seeking counsel from a professional becomes imperative. Although family and friends offer well-intentioned support, their reassurances such as 'don't worry about it' or 'everyone experiences this occasionally' may not suffice. What sets therapy apart is its unwavering focus on the individual. Personally, I adhere to a gradual approach, recognizing that the cornerstone of therapy lies in nurturing a strong therapeutic alliance between the therapist and the client. My practice extends to adolescents, families, couples, and individuals.

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology with advanced specialization in EMDR therapy. Certified EMDR clinician and EMDRIA approved Consultant. Accelerated Resolution Therapy credentialed practitioner. Supervision for pre/post licensure clinicians. Certified in Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Cranial Electrical treatment for panic, pain, and depression; credentialed HeartMath clinician for stress and emotional regulation.