Trauma Focused Therapists in West Linn, OR
The idea of sharing my most intimate details with a stranger is, well, weird, right? Don't feel like sitting in an office, avoiding eye contact with the therapist, answering questions? When "safe," we can connect, grow, and learn. I use engaging, active experiential activities in the office and parks. Join me in learning to let go of the "why" and be present for the "what" in connection with others. My focus is on ages 18 and up. I use practices from polyvagal theory and brainspotting, neurobiology, as well as outdoor walk & talk.
The idea of sharing my most intimate details with a stranger is, well, weird, right? Don't feel like sitting in an office, avoiding eye contact with the therapist, answering questions? When "safe," we can connect, grow, and learn. I use engaging, active experiential activities in the office and parks. Join me in learning to let go of the "why" and be present for the "what" in connection with others. My focus is on ages 18 and up. I use practices from polyvagal theory and brainspotting, neurobiology, as well as outdoor walk & talk.
I enjoy and welcome clients who are ready to remember the joy of their lives. Perhaps you want to heal a relationship, or let go of some difficult past event or unuseful behavior. Perhaps you have recently been diagnosed with cancer or medical concern, and working through the uncertainty of treatment, recovery, or remission. Together, we nurture healing at many levels: the conscious & subconscious, brain & mind, thoughts & emotions, body & spirit, self & relationship. I am also a Clinical Supervisor for those seeking LCSW or LPC - accepting new individual and group supervisees.
I enjoy and welcome clients who are ready to remember the joy of their lives. Perhaps you want to heal a relationship, or let go of some difficult past event or unuseful behavior. Perhaps you have recently been diagnosed with cancer or medical concern, and working through the uncertainty of treatment, recovery, or remission. Together, we nurture healing at many levels: the conscious & subconscious, brain & mind, thoughts & emotions, body & spirit, self & relationship. I am also a Clinical Supervisor for those seeking LCSW or LPC - accepting new individual and group supervisees.
Sarah Zamiska Dover LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
West Linn, OR 97068
Waitlist for new clients
Well hello! My name is Sarah Dover and my pronouns are she and her. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. I received my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco in 2016. I have learned and experienced profound growth (both professionally and personally) while working alongside and supporting clients in spaces filled with grief, trauma and crisis, depression and anxiety, chronic stress, and relational problems. I have worked both in a clinic setting and within the community.
Well hello! My name is Sarah Dover and my pronouns are she and her. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. I received my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco in 2016. I have learned and experienced profound growth (both professionally and personally) while working alongside and supporting clients in spaces filled with grief, trauma and crisis, depression and anxiety, chronic stress, and relational problems. I have worked both in a clinic setting and within the community.
I draw from attachment-based, trauma-focused, and family systems approaches, along with CBT and DBT informed skills.
Something feels off — has for a while — and you're exhausted from trying to hold it together. Maybe you're the teenager who can't turn their brain off and doesn't know why they're so angry all the time. Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am wondering where your kid went. Maybe you're the adult who's survived a lot and is finally, grudgingly, considering that white-knuckling your way through might not be a permanent strategy. What you have in common: you're stubborn. You keep going. And somewhere underneath all of it is a voice that says it doesn't have to be this way.
I draw from attachment-based, trauma-focused, and family systems approaches, along with CBT and DBT informed skills.
Something feels off — has for a while — and you're exhausted from trying to hold it together. Maybe you're the teenager who can't turn their brain off and doesn't know why they're so angry all the time. Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am wondering where your kid went. Maybe you're the adult who's survived a lot and is finally, grudgingly, considering that white-knuckling your way through might not be a permanent strategy. What you have in common: you're stubborn. You keep going. And somewhere underneath all of it is a voice that says it doesn't have to be this way.
Additional modalities include cognitive behavioral, family systems, trauma informed, culturally responsive, child parent psychotherapy, & trauma focused CBT.
Is your child struggling and you find yourself worrying about them? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? With so many competing pressures and distractions, it can be hard to find time to build the kinds of relationships we want. We are bombarded with all sorts of information making it difficult to find a direction that feels consistent with our culture and values. I help parents and children build stronger connections so kids have a secure foundation to develop into their full potential. I will walk you through the hard parts while having some fun in the process.
Additional modalities include cognitive behavioral, family systems, trauma informed, culturally responsive, child parent psychotherapy, & trauma focused CBT.
Is your child struggling and you find yourself worrying about them? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? With so many competing pressures and distractions, it can be hard to find time to build the kinds of relationships we want. We are bombarded with all sorts of information making it difficult to find a direction that feels consistent with our culture and values. I help parents and children build stronger connections so kids have a secure foundation to develop into their full potential. I will walk you through the hard parts while having some fun in the process.
I am a therapist providing telehealth services for clients anywhere in Oregon. My training and education has been focused on creative therapy to help cope with traumatic experiences. I have training in brief therapy, EMDR, and maternal mental health. This unique background provides the opportunity to reach out to many populations. I have worked with individual 3-87 years old with a wide range of concerns. I have opened my practice to the birthing community, offering services for perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am able to tailor treatment plans and methods to meet specific client needs through a creative approach.
I am a therapist providing telehealth services for clients anywhere in Oregon. My training and education has been focused on creative therapy to help cope with traumatic experiences. I have training in brief therapy, EMDR, and maternal mental health. This unique background provides the opportunity to reach out to many populations. I have worked with individual 3-87 years old with a wide range of concerns. I have opened my practice to the birthing community, offering services for perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am able to tailor treatment plans and methods to meet specific client needs through a creative approach.
There are many reasons to pursue therapy. Whether you are seeking counseling for the first time or contemplating starting again with a new therapist, you are taking an important step towards self-care and personal growth. I help individuals in their search for self-knowledge, who want to find meaning in the context of their lives, in the right here and right now. My treatment approach has a strong relational and collaborative component. You and I create a therapeutic alliance, and together we can explore not only what hurts or is not working in your life, but also tap into your intuition, wisdom, resilience, and potential.
There are many reasons to pursue therapy. Whether you are seeking counseling for the first time or contemplating starting again with a new therapist, you are taking an important step towards self-care and personal growth. I help individuals in their search for self-knowledge, who want to find meaning in the context of their lives, in the right here and right now. My treatment approach has a strong relational and collaborative component. You and I create a therapeutic alliance, and together we can explore not only what hurts or is not working in your life, but also tap into your intuition, wisdom, resilience, and potential.
Living a deeply authentic and beautiful life has always taken conscious effort. In today’s increasingly complex world, many of us find that we need additional support as navigate these complexities and create the life that we really want. You are the expert in your own journey. My role as a therapist is to create a safe place to explore the wisdom of your mind and body with openness and curiosity. Balancing awareness and compassion, we will create space where you can see your current thoughts and feelings have served you in the past, and how to might shift them to better serve you in the future.
Living a deeply authentic and beautiful life has always taken conscious effort. In today’s increasingly complex world, many of us find that we need additional support as navigate these complexities and create the life that we really want. You are the expert in your own journey. My role as a therapist is to create a safe place to explore the wisdom of your mind and body with openness and curiosity. Balancing awareness and compassion, we will create space where you can see your current thoughts and feelings have served you in the past, and how to might shift them to better serve you in the future.
Therapy is most effective when it is both compassionate and intellectually rigorous. My approach integrates evidence-based methods with a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, identity, and nervous system. I work collaboratively, helping clients make sense of patterns that have shaped their lives and relationships — and supporting them in developing new, more sustainable ways of relating to themselves and others.
Therapy is most effective when it is both compassionate and intellectually rigorous. My approach integrates evidence-based methods with a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, identity, and nervous system. I work collaboratively, helping clients make sense of patterns that have shaped their lives and relationships — and supporting them in developing new, more sustainable ways of relating to themselves and others.
I’m excited to announce the opening of my new private practice. I have 20 years of experience as a psychologist working with adults, children, and families. I specialize in EMDR and my favorite part of my job is watching people let go of the pain from trauma and seeing the guilt and shame melt away. I have plenty of openings currently and look forward to hearing from you.
I’m excited to announce the opening of my new private practice. I have 20 years of experience as a psychologist working with adults, children, and families. I specialize in EMDR and my favorite part of my job is watching people let go of the pain from trauma and seeing the guilt and shame melt away. I have plenty of openings currently and look forward to hearing from you.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in West Linn, Oregon. I have several years of experience working with all ages, cultural backgrounds and struggles. I focus on client centered, trauma informed care and I believe that everyone can reach their potential when being approached with respect and unconditional positive regard. I am willing to work with you through your journey of healing, in whatever capacity you are able to do.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in West Linn, Oregon. I have several years of experience working with all ages, cultural backgrounds and struggles. I focus on client centered, trauma informed care and I believe that everyone can reach their potential when being approached with respect and unconditional positive regard. I am willing to work with you through your journey of healing, in whatever capacity you are able to do.
Hi there. I enjoy working with clients that are going through transition, namely related to parenting, higher education and career. I help people identify their core values and make the necessary decisions, shifts and changes in their lives to feel aligned and live a life of joy, purpose and meaning. If you are looking for tangible tools and support for reframing unhelpful narratives and healing traumatic experiences, I'm honored to support you and would love to connect.
Hi there. I enjoy working with clients that are going through transition, namely related to parenting, higher education and career. I help people identify their core values and make the necessary decisions, shifts and changes in their lives to feel aligned and live a life of joy, purpose and meaning. If you are looking for tangible tools and support for reframing unhelpful narratives and healing traumatic experiences, I'm honored to support you and would love to connect.
Stacia Lynnae Nilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
West Linn, OR 97068
Waitlist for new clients
Suffering happens in isolation. The power of human connection and telling your story can be healing. I believe we're all incredibly resilient at our cores, though this can be overshadowed and challenged by expected and unexpected change, difficult events & trauma, and the subsequent wading & struggling through transition that inevitably follows. I can help you work through the hard parts. Expand awareness and understanding around destructive patterns and apply practices that improve your quality of life. You can manage really overwhelming feelings, reduce pain, deepen & enjoy relationships and even rediscover peace of mind.
Suffering happens in isolation. The power of human connection and telling your story can be healing. I believe we're all incredibly resilient at our cores, though this can be overshadowed and challenged by expected and unexpected change, difficult events & trauma, and the subsequent wading & struggling through transition that inevitably follows. I can help you work through the hard parts. Expand awareness and understanding around destructive patterns and apply practices that improve your quality of life. You can manage really overwhelming feelings, reduce pain, deepen & enjoy relationships and even rediscover peace of mind.
As a licensed therapist in Oregon, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals and couples through complex and difficult issues. I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health experiences, including depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship challenges, and personal growth.My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenging life transitions, mental health concerns, and interpersonal dynamics with empathy and professional expertise.
As a licensed therapist in Oregon, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals and couples through complex and difficult issues. I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health experiences, including depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship challenges, and personal growth.My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenging life transitions, mental health concerns, and interpersonal dynamics with empathy and professional expertise.
My clients are adults and couples stuck in patterns they can see but can't change, in relationships that keep breaking the same way, or in depression, anxiety, or relational trauma that hasn't resolved despite real effort. You're not looking for coping skills, you're looking for something to actually shift. Together we work to understand what shaped those patterns, including the messages, systems, and relationships that taught you who you're allowed to be. We do that work together, in relationship, because that's where lasting change happens.
My clients are adults and couples stuck in patterns they can see but can't change, in relationships that keep breaking the same way, or in depression, anxiety, or relational trauma that hasn't resolved despite real effort. You're not looking for coping skills, you're looking for something to actually shift. Together we work to understand what shaped those patterns, including the messages, systems, and relationships that taught you who you're allowed to be. We do that work together, in relationship, because that's where lasting change happens.
Teenagers 14 + or adults residing in Oregon who are navigating the complexities of mental health challenges and seeking growth and healing. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or facing developmental and learning challenges. Perhaps they are grappling with the impacts of developmental trauma and attachment issues, or dealing with the profound effects of grief and loss. They might be undergoing life transitions or seeking support in their parenting journey. Additionally, they might be trying to navigate life with a mood disorder or be neurodivergent and seeking to better understand and leverage their unique strengths.
Teenagers 14 + or adults residing in Oregon who are navigating the complexities of mental health challenges and seeking growth and healing. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or facing developmental and learning challenges. Perhaps they are grappling with the impacts of developmental trauma and attachment issues, or dealing with the profound effects of grief and loss. They might be undergoing life transitions or seeking support in their parenting journey. Additionally, they might be trying to navigate life with a mood disorder or be neurodivergent and seeking to better understand and leverage their unique strengths.
Ali Archer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
West Linn, OR 97068
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I understand that starting (or re-starting) your therapy journey can be daunting, and I commend your courage. Through specialized training in AEDP, ecotherapy, and play therapy, I support my clients of all ages with a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma-recovery, improving self-worth, and navigating life transitions. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, in which we work together to better understand and reduce distressing thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and to improve your relationship with yourself and others.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I understand that starting (or re-starting) your therapy journey can be daunting, and I commend your courage. Through specialized training in AEDP, ecotherapy, and play therapy, I support my clients of all ages with a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma-recovery, improving self-worth, and navigating life transitions. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, in which we work together to better understand and reduce distressing thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and to improve your relationship with yourself and others.
Welcome! As an LPC and Registered Horticultural Therapist (HTR), I support clients aged 10+ with navigating a range of challenges, including struggles with focus and overwhelm, self-worth and identity development, anxiety, low mood, trauma, and life transitions. Drawing on specialized training in DBT and Ecotherapy, I take an experiential approach to help clients identify and manage unwanted patterns in emotional response, relationships, and behaviors. Alongside talk therapy, I offer horticultural therapy and other modes of ecotherapy for those seeking to deepen their healing through meaningful and soothing interactions with nature.
Welcome! As an LPC and Registered Horticultural Therapist (HTR), I support clients aged 10+ with navigating a range of challenges, including struggles with focus and overwhelm, self-worth and identity development, anxiety, low mood, trauma, and life transitions. Drawing on specialized training in DBT and Ecotherapy, I take an experiential approach to help clients identify and manage unwanted patterns in emotional response, relationships, and behaviors. Alongside talk therapy, I offer horticultural therapy and other modes of ecotherapy for those seeking to deepen their healing through meaningful and soothing interactions with nature.
Seeking therapy takes courage. Many people arrive feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or struggle with patterns that are hard to change. Beneath that struggle is often a deep desire for clarity, stability, and hope. Therapy provides a thoughtful and supportive space to talk openly, understand what has been shaping your experiences, and begin moving toward meaningful change. My goal is to help clients make sense of what feels confusing, strengthen what feels fragile, and move forward with greater confidence and direction.
Seeking therapy takes courage. Many people arrive feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or struggle with patterns that are hard to change. Beneath that struggle is often a deep desire for clarity, stability, and hope. Therapy provides a thoughtful and supportive space to talk openly, understand what has been shaping your experiences, and begin moving toward meaningful change. My goal is to help clients make sense of what feels confusing, strengthen what feels fragile, and move forward with greater confidence and direction.
My work focuses on creating body trust and respect, healing from disordered eating behaviors and thoughts, and recovering from diagnosable eating disorders. I have worked across the continuum of all levels of care, age groups, genders, sexual orientations, races, and religions. My work combines honoring your individual story and path toward recovery with evidenced-based interventions to provide you with the tools and information you need for that journey. For my younger clients, this often also includes working with parents so they can effectively support their loved one's recovery.
My work focuses on creating body trust and respect, healing from disordered eating behaviors and thoughts, and recovering from diagnosable eating disorders. I have worked across the continuum of all levels of care, age groups, genders, sexual orientations, races, and religions. My work combines honoring your individual story and path toward recovery with evidenced-based interventions to provide you with the tools and information you need for that journey. For my younger clients, this often also includes working with parents so they can effectively support their loved one's recovery.
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