Therapists in Hough, Vancouver, WA

While I support clients who are navigating a wide range of concerns, those who have experienced pain, disappointment, grief, and distress from experiences in faith communities are especially drawn to my work. It can be incredibly impactful to have a dedicated space to process these experiences. It is also important to acknowledge how isolating it can be to pause, deconstruct, or reconsider long-held beliefs or spiritual practices that once held a lot of hope and meaning. Or, to simply explore how embracing your full humanity and identity can be celebrated after experiences of being shamed for those aspects of you.

Does this resonate with you? You've been told you're "too sensitive" or "too emotional." You feel like you can't trust yourself to make decisions, because you always "screw it up" and your mind is constantly going, replaying memories or rehearsing for the future. You find yourself in similar unfulfilling relationship patterns that leave you questioning your worth and loveability. You lose yourself in relationships, putting others' needs before your own. You're questioning if it can ever really be different.

In my work, I use an integrative and personalized approach with every client system that comes into my office. I believe that each of us possess within us strengths and abilities that can lead us to self-improvement. I work with you to determine what those strengths and abilities are, as well as how they can apply in your current circumstances for the best possible outcomes.

Welcome. I’m glad you’re here. My life's work is to empower people toward a sense of wholeness. I am passionate about supporting adults who seek more balance in their lives. I assist clients in sorting through well-worn relationship patterns, to reconnect with their own needs and clarify boundaries. Many of my clients are looking for relief from overwhelm and anxiety. In our work together, I also offer space for spiritual exploration, grief, and reflection on life’s challenges and mysteries.

My clients are motivated to live life to their fullest potential, and I feel privileged to support them in exploring the life struggles that are inhibiting their positive growth and teach them the coping skills that can help them progress to the best of their ability. I offer compassionate professional counseling to individuals utilizing an eclectic approach which draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques which are personally tailored to each client.

Are you an introvert? How about a busy parent with no time to set aside for hour-long sessions? Or do you dread face-to-face interaction when working through life's challenges? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, I invite you to schedule an appointment. My goal as a therapist is to create safe spaces for all my clients, tailored to their unique needs and preferences. video sessions, phone sessions, and text messaging options available, I'm confident that I can provide an avenue of communication that best suits you.

As a mental health counselor, I believe that every individual has the capacity to grow, adapt, and thrive, regardless of their circumstances. I use a holistic approach to counseling, pulling from a variety of therapeutic theories tailored to your unique needs, values, and goals. These may include mindfulness techniques, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and/or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I offer individual counseling, as well as couples counseling for those in neurodiverse relationships/friendships.

Relationships are what bring us joy in our lives, but sometimes despite our best efforts we come upon a stumbling block. We find ourselves struggling or unable to connect to those we love and sometimes even to ourselves. Maybe issues from past relationships get in the way, maybe there is a trauma to the relationship (such as illness, job loss, or simply entering a new stage of life such as parenthood or midlife). There may have been an infidelity, loss of job, or emotional issues such as depression / anxiety. Often we just feel a lack of connection we once had.

Do you often feel tired, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Are you struggling in your relationship with your children or partner? I work with individuals who are struggling to heal from past experiences, navigate current changes in their lives, and live their most authentic lives. I strive to build a trusting connection and safe space, in which you can share your experiences openly, and engage in therapeutic techniques to change your narrative and add meaning back into your life.

I enjoy spending time with clients who are interested in learning more about themselves and their inner world in order to step into their full potential. Growth, healing, and truth-seeking are important aspects to counseling. Clients invested in focusing on solutions by altering their mindset and actions to create a more peaceful, sustainable, and productive life for themselves are ideal and welcome in my space.

Children are facing many challenges now, and as a parent it can be hard to know how to support them during these challenging times. Does your child face anxiety that stops them from doing what they want or need to do? Maybe your child feels driven to do things over and over again until it feels just right. Do they struggle to sleep? Is your child on the autism spectrum struggling with social skills? Are they texting you during the day feeling anxious and asking to be picked up early from school? How do you help your child when it's hard to know where to start? I am here to help.

CSTI offers low cost therapy sessions, provided by masters level mental health interns and practicum students. Every CSTI counselor is required to complete clinical hours under the supervision of licensed and experienced mental health professionals. CSTI clinical supervisors match each incoming client with the intern who is best suited to address their unique circumstances.

Hello, brave one! I understand and admire the courage it takes to seek mental health support. If you find yourself grappling with anxious/intrusive thoughts, depressed mood, gender or sexual identity, challenges related to career or life transitions, or struggles associated with relationships and self esteem, therapy can be a safe, supportive space to process these experiences. Together, we may examine social, cultural, and environmental factors that impact the broader context of your lived experience, meaning-making process, and ability to implement change.

My goal is to help make counseling feel comfortable, safe, and at your pace. We will work collaboratively to help you find your strength, feel empowered and confident, and rediscover meaning and purpose in your life. Talking through past or present tough experiences or hurts can be difficult. It’s tempting to try and ignore them or minimize how they are impacting you. Therapy can be a safe space to help you take the time needed to address your feelings in a way that will help you truly heal from the hurt, and discover how to engage with yourself in a healthy way that enables you to move forward.

Hi! Do you have (or think you have) ADHD? I am here to help you! Are you feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Are you tired of the constant struggle to keep up, feeling like you are always out of step? Maybe your ADHD symptoms have become unbearable, and you are doubting your abilities. But you are ready for some relief—ready to regain your sense of productivity and accomplishment, and prepared to experience newfound calmness in the face of challenges. Most of all, you're ready to transform into the empowered and capable person you've always known you could be. So, now is the time, and I am here to guide your path.

Are your relationships miserable a lot of the time? Do you spend your time wondering why? Are you in constant power-struggles or feeling disconnected with the people you love? You dreamed of a fulfilling family life and romantic partnerships but are faced with the reality that this is not how life is currently being lived. Even more frustrating you wonder how it got that way. I transform couples and families by focusing on the present and learning how to change what isn't working.

Struggling with how to make your relationship and sex satisfying? Our relationships and sex in them can be fulfilling and pleasurable. I see intimacy and sex as layered. I work to enhance strengths, improve communication via attachment work and redefine what works for you/the relationship. Each of us changes in different ways as we grow. With changes in our sexuality, relationship or identity, I also hold space for the grief that we each individually or together experience for what we expected sex would look like or how things used to be. I bring laughter, safety and nonjudgement to each of my clients in our work together.

Limited Openings Available: Welcoming New Clients on Tues and Weds! My therapeutic approach is founded on a simple yet powerful idea: Accepting yourself is the first step toward change. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my focus is on providing specialized treatment that works. I rely on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and exposure therapies. Additionally, I incorporate multicultural perspectives and existential values to create a personalized and meaningful experience for you.

Sometimes in life we all need a “companion on the journey,” someone to partner with us and help make sense of our experience, ease our pain, and support our goals. As a therapist, I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, recognize unhelpful patterns, and live into their goals. Working from an integrative, client-centered approach, I seek to support individuals wherever they are on their journey and my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I value cultural humility and look forward to working with people of all backgrounds, identities, and walks of life.