Therapists in Tigard, OR

Raising healthy and happy children with ADHD can be a big job, but the good news is that you do not have to do it alone. There is a lot that can be done to help! ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that impacts each child differently. ADHD has little to do with how "smart" your child might be, but it has a lot to do with your child's ability to regulate their attention, mood, and behaviors. When symptoms of ADHD lead to lower self-esteem, mental health concerns, behavioral challenges, or academic struggles, it is a good time to seek professional help.

Whatever you're facing, I'll help: Depression, anxiety, grief, pain, sleep problems, health issues, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, or desire for personal growth. Just be yourself. I provide safety and acceptance to explore difficult situations, thoughts, and emotions. I interact. I offer information and insights. I listen intently. People say I get to the heart of the matter quickly and concisely. You'll learn skills to better manage life. Couples often need a third party to see issues and change what isn't working. If you're willing to take a new look, I'll help figure out how to make the relationship work.

I am currently taking new clients for Adult Treatment for OCD and Anxiety. .............................................................. Sometimes challenges are incredibly difficult to overcome alone. Entering into therapy with someone who specializes in treating OCD and anxiety can help you to relieve your distress and live a more fulfilling life. As your therapist, I will partner with you so that you can begin to feel better and develop an improved sense of well-being.

In my work as a therapist, I believe each person’s experience is unique; therefore I take a strengths based and person centered approach to effectively build rapport and trust. My focus is on being approachable, empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive and authentic. Collaboration is imperative and through our work together, I help guide clients and their families to learn techniques and strategies in order to live better quality lives.

There it is...the all too familiar thought…emotion…or behavior. It continues to search for a solution for what life has brought me. Therapy is a place to gain understanding and insight about making personal change, maybe learn some new ways to manage my emotions or relationships, find purpose in doing the things you do…or want to do.

I am a graduate in the Clinical Mental Health Program from George Fox University. I also have been an elementary educator for 30+ years. Areas of focus and interest include trauma, grief and loss, addictions, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am EMDR trained. I also have experience in Play Therapy, and feel confident working with children and adults.

If you are looking to improve your mood, friendships and relationships, ease tensions in work and family life, and resolve long-running issues that may be holding you back, I would look forward to working with you. This work takes attachment, co-regulation and the social neurobiology of emotions seriously as foundations of mental health. With the help of other trauma-specific techniques, we can also work towards peace and fulfillment in the aftermath of trauma, whether single-incident or chronic and complex.

What would it be like if you had the closeness you've been missing with your spouse, partner, or loved one? What if you could resolve conflict effectively? What if developing a greater awareness of your emotions could help, rather than overwhelm, you? I believe relationships really matter to us. Healthy ones can increase our peace of mind and satisfaction with life. If you are tired of struggling with your relationships and/or your emotional well-being, therapy can help. Whether you come alone or with someone else you can learn skills that help you develop deeper, richer relationships with yourself and those you love.

My hope for therapy, and our time together, is that you can start to become more aware of your thoughts, emotions, behaviors and beliefs. By doing this you will start the process of empowering yourself towards a whole healthy person. We will spend time together examining each of these categories in a way that will give you a new outlook on life. I also believe balance in life is needed, and often times we lose this balance. Together we can explore ways to regain sense of self and establish balance.

Humor. You may feel stuck, uncertain or nervous about your life right now. While I take this very serious I find that people enjoy being able to talk to a "real" person. From what I hear I'm "real" largely because of my sense of humor. The goal is not to have fun but to find your healthy self. I just believe that being a good clinician doesn't mean you have to be "clinical". Sometimes laughter is the best medicine, or if nothing else, a great vehicle! Let's roll up our sleeves and move forward toward getting better.

Challenges we encounter in our lives are indicators of being "stuck" in our personal and relational growth. Psychotherapy can help us get "unstuck".... My approach is process and relationally oriented - "solutions" can come from changing our relationships with ourselves and others in our lives, and restructuring ourselves as we work with our life challenges. Depression, anxiety, trauma, men's issues, relationship strain, addictions -substances/alcohol, gambling, shopping, pornography, gaming. My experience can be helpful - psychotherapist, crisis worker, clinical supervisor, administrator, manager, policy analyst and educator.

Hey, I’m Taryn! I believe that holding a space for individuals to reconnect and heal the relationship with themselves is one of the most beautiful aspects of therapy. In my experience, therapy is a mixture of cultivating inner love, deconstructing shame, and allowing all emotions to exist without judgment. Laughter and tears are welcome too :)

Seeking counseling is a brave step and shows you are already taking action to explore changes in your life. I’m excited for you to start this process and am here to provide support and compassion along your journey. You are capable of moving mountains but know that you do not need to do it alone. Humans are excellent at finding ways to temporarily avoid painful feelings by hiding them from ourselves and others, soothing discomfort with distractions, work, denial, substance use, pursuit of pleasure, and many other strategies. Long term avoidance is not only ineffective but often creates increasingly severe emotional pain and

I practice individual, adult psychotherapy in Oregon and Utah (Utah is currently telehealth only), and I hold an Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (telehealth) in several other states as well. I work primarily with individuals experiencing anxiety or mood-related problems as well as those who are having difficulty with their relationships or difficulty coping with stressful life events. Since my VA internship, a portion of my practice has been working with veterans. I've been a provider for Returning Veterans Project and Give an Hour and have completed the MAPS training in MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD.

If you're struggling with overwhelm, fear, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, career burnout, or simply feel stuck in life you're not alone. Having a trusted therapist can be instrumental in moving to a healthier place in life. My hope is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship and identify your unique needs so that I can best support you in moving towards your desired goals in life. I can help you recognize the negative thinking patterns or behaviors that are holding you back and identify ways to rethink and better cope with life's challenges. You don't have to endure the struggle alone.

Therapy takes courage and honesty. My goal is to facilitate and help navigate the specific and unique obstacles you are presented with. I want to share the right tools and skills that will help you navigate future dilemmas. I am here to help how I can, and have specific focus on depression, anxiety, and self-esteem problems. While not helping others in therapy, I enjoy reading, talking with friends and family, learning new things, trying new foods, cooking with my wife, and keeping up with my todler daughter’s zest for life.

My life has afforded me many opportunities to learn about transitions in relationships, cross-country moves, and parenthood. Whatever transitions you may find yourself in, I am here to support you. I have experience working with diverse groups of women in different stages of life, and I have a particular passion for helping women know themselves, their desires and achieve their goals.

Recommendation for contact: for shorter wait times please email to request a session or more information. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of unconditional positive regard, where we are accepted for who we are, and who we wish to become. My role is to walk alongside my clients in a supportive role as you process and heal. The therapy room is a safe place that holds space for exploration, growth, and an opportunity for personal evolution.

Do you feel stuck in an endless web of worries? You may be struggling with intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, or daily feelings of numbness. Every day is an uphill battle. You are exhausted and tired of hiding your emotions, and you wonder if things will ever get better. You feel alone and hopeless, desperate to find answers. Know that you're not alone. My passion lies in empowering individuals to break free from the paralyzing effects of OCD, anxiety, and depression. I also treat individuals with PTSD utilizing Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidenced-based treatment modality.