Therapists in Silverton, OR

Welcome! I provide psychotherapy services for people interested in making long-term and lasting changes in their lives. My approach focuses on fostering self-awareness through in-depth exploration of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. I believe warmth, caring and the ability to really listen are key ingredients in creating a safe and effective therapeutic relationship.

I work with adults and adolescents 16 and over. In my 19 years as an individual and family therapist, I have found that people can experience profound change and transformation amidst some of the most challenging circumstances. While pain and discomfort are inevitable in life, suffering comes about when we become stuck in our pain, and are unable to see how to move through difficulties. My approach is one of building a relationship with clients based on trust and a desire to improve their life situation.

I believe that everyone has the power to heal themselves and that most of the mental, emotional and physical concerns are a result of unresolved grief and trauma. I will walk with you and work through your concerns together. I have worked with clients from all walks, cultures, and socioeconomic statuses. I have worked with the military and their families, in residential treatment, hospice, correctional facilities, schools, private practice, and community mental health. I love engaging with clients that truly desire change and are motivated to do so.

Have you ever noticed how sometimes life takes over and you feel like its scheduling your rather than you scheduling life? Notice sometimes how the rhythm of busy and hurriedness in life suddenly becomes the rhythm you meet life and relationships with? Ever feel trapped in the same cycles getting the same results? I use EMDR, DBT, CBT and other tools to work with trauma, life transitions, divorce, chronic stressors, family problems, depression, anxiety, ADHD or other struggles. I offer a free consultation to discuss the ways we can collaborate discovering healing and insight.

Now offering live chat. When things happen unexpectedly or we feel stuck, an opportunity presents to learn something new or gain a different perspective. I believe that when this opportunity presents, we can learn how to “bounce” back and re-invent. This is called “Resilience.” I welcome those who are struggling with challenges such as: relationship struggles; anxiety/depression; life transitions; women/men's issues; personal growth; parenting; health/nutrition concerns; loss/grief of loved one including pet. I enjoy helping clients to live their best life. You can create the future of your choosing.

Are you experiencing difficulties and challenges in your relationship? Have you been struggling along, feeling frustrated, and not seeing much improvement? Often times relationships just don't go how we want them to go. You can find yourself feeling depressed and anxious about the future with your partner, parents, or with other people you care about. You want things to be normal again. You've tried to resolve your stress, manage your depression, and anxiety but things have not helped as much as you had hoped. Now you want some change in the relationship. You're ready for help.

It is my privilege to provide you with a safe, accepting and supportive environment, as together, we explore and clarify those issues that keep you from moving forward and living a full, authentic and vibrant life. As we explore ways of working with your concerns, you will find yourself able to redirect your energy towards what you most care about.

Dr. Weitzman has worked for the past 20 years in community and inpatient treatment settings. He has a vast amount of experience working with a wide array of complex issues including: anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, substance abuse, emotional, physical, and sexual trauma and other various issues. His soothing and lighthearted demeanor creates a non-judgmental and compassionate environment to safely find the answers clients seek to the problems they wish to solve.

I have had the privilege of working in public-service related jobs during my career years and I continue the joy of serving others as a Licensed Professional Counselor. My passion is to help individuals gain mastery over their lives in order to live a more balanced life with a healthy self- image. I assist individuals, couples, and families sort out events, beliefs, etc., that may be keeping them stuck from having a more satisfied and fulfilled life.

Possibilities. Isn’t that what every good fairy tale is made of? Inviting you to imagine the impossible. The truth about personal change is that it requires you to participate in making it happen. With over 30 years of experience, I am passionate about helping others find their own possibilities and providing them the skills to begin making changes in their lives to Move Forward.

Seeking a therapist can feel like an overwhelming process as a Veteran, Police or Corrections Officer. By offering a free 15 minute phone consult, I hope to ease that search and make it a little more comfortable by answering concerns you may have. Because of years of involvement in Military and Law Enforcement culture as a family member, spouse, Blue Star Mom and Police Officer Reservist, I understand our culture and provide a unique ability to connect when it comes to counseling one of our own as it relates to critical incidents, PTSD, crisis, suicide and trauma by offering hope alongside those who serve.

Newly established private practice now accepting clients! I can't wait to meet you and hear about your personal journey! By helping you to become present in the here and now, I believe that I can help facilitate a nurturing, compassionate, and holistic environment where wellness can begin to manifest itself allowing for growth and change. I believe people have the ability to change inhibiting thinking and/or behavior to produce a more healthy, productive, and fulfilling lifestyle.

As a supportive therapist I am dedicated to helping people achieve their goals, enabling them to make important changes in their lives to improve their relationships, reduce anxiety, stress and depression. I offer a diverse approach to therapy to meet the needs of each individual, couple or family I work with and am committed to providing the essential support, compassion and empathy that they need to restore their sense of self and improve personal happiness, self esteem and self confidence.

Life is tough and we all need support at times with changes and difficulties. Counseling can be part of your support network. It is my goal to establish a safe environment where individuals can take time to process issues, and in the process engage their strengths, develop new ways of coping and receive fresh insight. I utilize both cognitive-behavioral therapy and DBT concepts. I am trained in EMDR, a specialized trauma technique. I am also a board approved clinical supervisor.

At some point in our lives, most of us find ourselves in need of supportive help from another person, whether we are struggling with tangled relationships, overwhelming feelings, difficult choices, losses and/or afflictions. Sometimes we don't even know exactly what we need, just that life isn't working out for us in some way. My desire is to work together with you to identify your needs/goals, explore possible paths of growth and/or change, process the feelings that accompany those explorations, and develop your personal resources (which might include family, faith, friendships, etc.).

Do you ever feel stuck in life? Like the world keeps moving forward but YOUR world is standing still? I'll be honest...change is hard! Life transitions, trauma, anxiety and depression can take it's toll...especially if you don't have the support and tools to cope with moving forward. This is what I offer - authentic support that meets your needs in a way that allows you to dream again and step into who you were meant to be. Together, we will get to the root of your pain, bring healing and lasting change.

I really enjoy working with anyone who is ready to go deep, learn and change. Ready does not necessarily imply able. I am patient and willing to help my clients use session time effectively. Divorce-recovery and single-parenting are near and dear as I have experienced both. For me, Eating Disorders (especially AN restricting type) and Depression are among the most difficult to help and yet highly-rewarding when the client genuinely wants change. I also have a heart for working with clients in crisis. Space is limited for all of these higher-risk populations.

Everyone deserves dignity and respect. My job as a counselor is to listen and provide non-judgmental support for whatever challenges you are facing. I want to work collaboratively with you to set goals and achieve progress toward your well-being. I believe that people have a choice about their behavior, but they are also a product of their environment and experience, influenced by culture and relationships. I work with my clients to raise awareness of their motivations and goals, and to gain control of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

My vision is to empower every person who seeks help to achieve balance in their lives by offering the opportunity to access new tools and improve unwanted behaviors. I provide affordable therapeutic interventions to the adult population seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, burnout (political, professional, social media, etc.) or other emotional disturbances. My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care and provide a neutral ground for individuals and couples who are committed to working toward their goals and values.