Therapists in Springfield, OR

Sometimes life can become overwhelming or confusing due to current struggles or past issues that affect the present day. My passion is to help people find hope, healing, restoration, and strength as they walk through life and the difficulties they encounter. I do this by coming alongside clients with a collaborative approach to address their needs and concerns and accomplish their goals.

I believe individuals and families have the potential to heal through finding hope and empowerment. My approach is to walk alongside you, build a strong therapeutic alliance, support you in identifying and building upon your strengths, while providing an opportunity to focus on mindfulness skills. I encourage recognizing, expressing, and managing emotions while facilitating learning and growth. I have a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling (Bowling Green State University) and a Master's degree in Teaching (Southern Oregon University).

I provide individual online counseling for two distinct specialties: eating disorders and Christian-based therapy. Have you spent countless hours (or years) struggling with your relationship with food and your body? For many this is a battle that not only impacts your mental health, but also impacts your relationships, college or career performance, and overall wellbeing. Recovery from issues related to food and body image is possible. I use knowledge acquired from specialized training in eating disorders and disordered eating to walk alongside you as you navigate the road toward healing.

Come as you are to this space and be accepted. While the goals of therapy for each individual vary, a common goal is to be able to experience a range of emotions and have the tools and skills to cope with them. I am here to support you in this journey, regardless of what place you are starting from. You are not alone and you are worthy.

I am interested in working with people that are ready to face their past, present, and future with courage, openness, and a desire for change. I believe wholeheartedly in transformational work and welcome the opportunity to be your guide along the journey.

Therapy is a journey of healing, growth, self discovery and so much more. Each person brings with them a different story and unique perspective, which gives us the opportunity to meet you where you are in that moment, with empathy and support. At Steps to Change, LLC we frequently work with people around life transitions, anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality, acute and chronic trauma issues, self empowerment, parenting, chronic illness (invisible and visible) as well as grief and loss. We enjoy working with individuals in a welcoming space that was created together through the therapeutic relationship.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**Struggling to connect in your relationship? Finding yourself misunderstood and lonely? These are the common situations that couples find themselves in. Imagine feeling understood and having a shared vision for your relationship. You can be on the same page as your partner. You can experience being known and loved... not inspite of your shortcomings but because of them. There are two types of people, those who continue to complain (being a victim to their patterns of dysfunction) and those who decide they are going to be responsible for creating health in the relationship they are in. Which are you going to be?

You want more pleasure and less stress in your sex life. You'd like to improve intimacy with your partner but aren't quite sure how to go about it. Or you might be struggling with orgasm difficulties, sexual pain with intercourse, or have problems getting and enjoying your erection. Perhaps you need to regain sexual self-confidence, improve your feelings about your body, and finally banish shame and guilt. I can help with hypnosis, sexuality counseling, and even a little "adult sex ed," to support you in your quest for a better, more enjoyable sex life and to manage the non-medical aspects of your situation.

Are you irritable, edgy, have trouble feeling heard? Is it difficult for you to leave the house or be around other people? Have trouble sleeping or problems with energy and motivation? Do you feel judged or misunderstood? Is it difficult for you to enjoy the activities and interests that used to delight you? I have been there and have the training, education, and experience to tailor your therapy to your specific wants and needs.

Areas of Expertise: I practice a wide variety of techniques and modalities based on each individual. Therapies utilized: DBT (certified DBT Therapist), CBT, EMDR (EMDR Trained), Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman Method, Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness for Self-Compassion, Attachment-Based Family Therapy.