Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Oregon

Typically my clients reach out to me because of feelings of sadness, worry, and disconnection in important relationships. My clients are often people who describe themselves as being “do-ers”, goal oriented people who have difficulty slowing down to understand their internal world and why they do what they do. Many of my clients are medical professionals, first responders, and veterans who have worked hard to train themselves to manage their emotional reactions because of the need to focus and perform in their work setting.

I believe that we all want to be our most authentic selves. My goal is to help people move from an overwhelming and distressed mindset toward one of deeper meaning and connection. It is important I provide a safe place to explore, and sort through feelings of confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling and satisfying experiences. My approach is collaborative, down to earth, and focused on harnessing your strengths and resiliency.

Welcome! I am a licensed clinician of 13 years, and a trauma and anxiety specialist. Safety, trust, and warmth are essential in my process. While stress and difficult changes are facts of modern life, they do not have to be a life sentence. I'm curious: Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel stuck and wish something would change? Are you an HSP? Whether you are seeking a warm, trustworthy guide to explore your patterns and unlock your potential, or you already know exactly what you want to overcome, I'm here to partner with you. Let's chart a new course towards confidence, joy, and a future you are excited to discover!

I work with adolescents, adults, and families to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, poor self-esteem, family conflict, challenging behaviors, ADHD, self-harm, school issues, cognitive distortions, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. I have 10 years of experience as a therapist in high levels of psychiatric care for adolescents and their families. I have also discovered great joy and purpose in helping adults navigate common life stressors, parenthood, anxiety, depression, and countless other challenges we face in our day to day lives.

Hello! my name is Melissa and I would be honored to listen and engage with you in your story. Regardless of what you are going through, I believe that there is healing in having the support of another along the journey. Life is full of challenges, leaving you feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, anxious, or grieving loss. Therapy can be a daunting journey to embark on, but I hope that my office can become a safe and comforting space, where we can work together as you learn new boundaries and coping skills, heal current and past wounds, and become more confident and grounded in who you are.

The Secret Room is the ancient word for chrysalis.Its within the walls of the chrysalis "the safe and protected space" that total transformation takes place. It is the secrets that are within our family systems the secrets that we keep from ourselves and the secrets that others keep that we need to be freed from. Within the safety of The Secret Room you will be able to transform to your highest potential and unveil the secrets that hold you back from the life you truly want and deserve!

Hello, and welcome. My name is Hoda. I completed my M.S. degree in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Oregon in 2018. Life may feel overwhelming, confusing, stuck, and/or challenging at times. My aim is to provide a collaborative, supportive, and judgement-free environment where you can learn more about yourself and feel accepted and supported throughout your therapeutic journey. My goal is to create a space for you where healing and growth can be cultivated. I believe in exploring your unique stories, life experiences, strengths, and transitions.

Sometimes life's challenges can be overwhelming, and you may seek counseling to regain your life balance, energy, and happiness. I facilitate clients' exploration to promote wellness, personal growth, and positive life changes. I work together with clients to develop strengths, reach goals, and to foster emotional healing. I offer insightful support to your growth in developing healthier coping strategies, identifying effective problem-solving skills, and improving communication skills. Everyone's situation is unique so together we will design the best plan to find healthy solutions to life's challenges.

Are you looking for help with your relationships, have past trauma, anxiety, depression, or experiencing life transitions or grief? All of these impact how we feel about ourselves and our world, and can leave us feeling emotionally tired. I work with clients to untangle it all, find strengths, unlock stuck relationships, better understand and address anxieties, and practice new ways of thinking and being. Come learn more effective ways to communicate, while using better boundaries. Together, we create change based on new, healthy thoughts and beliefs, build self-esteem, and develop more fulfilling relationships.

An ideal client is one who is ready to be honest with me about what's really going on. What they're really feeling. A person who is ready to turn over some stones and see what's really underneath life challenges. A person who is ready to utilize the skills and tools they learn in therapy and actively incorporate them into their daily lives. Their issues may seem varied but from my experience we are all trying to get our basic needs met and when they're not we become disturbed. Let's find effective ways to get your needs met. Cope with the unexpected challenges of life and navigate toward a life you dreamed of having.

Emotional and psychological suffering often prevents a person from achieving happiness and experiencing a more rewarding outlook on life. Our therapists are highly skilled in addressing a wide variety of mental wellness concerns to help remove blocks to your happiness. Current therapists on staff are: Gina Messina Peitz, Shelby Hale, Melinda Lanning, Miranda Wheeler, and RuthAnne Alexander.

You may be grieving a loss, struggling to move forward, or caught in a seemingly intractable conflict within yourself or with others in your life. You may feel stuck in place, trapped in old habits, or merely surviving when you want to thrive. Whether your concerns are big-picture or small, I believe in the power of connecting deeply and authentically with others to bring about the truest expression of ourselves. I've found success guiding others with this relationship-based, trauma-focused approach, and I'm confident that together we can bring into being your most authentic self.

Note: I am accepting new patients. Have you been wanting to make changes in your life? Have you experienced challenging setbacks that you want to overcome? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? I am humbled by the resiliency of my clients who take the the steps to heal. When the light comes on in their eyes, I have seen the amazing miracles that walking through pain creates. Through vulnerability and courage, I can help you find hope and healing. By developing a deeper self- awareness and self-compassion miracles can happen as you walk your journey.

Hello! My name is Cara, and I am a dedicated, Qualified Mental Health Professional with over a decade of experience in the field of mental health. Throughout my career I have honed my expertise in addressing various mental health challenges across all age groups, specializing in areas such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-confidence, and more. I am also a certified health coach and life coach, currently working on obtaining my LPC license. My passion lies in empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their best mental and emotional well-being.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? As a stress and anxiety expert, I teach my clients coping and communication skills to increase mental and physical well being, improve relationship satisfaction and create better work/life balance. My mission is my passion: to support clients in their journey to wholeness and authenticity so that they can experience more confidence and joy across every area of life. My style is empathic, empowering and direct, with a good dose of humor :). I am also a Certified Professional Coach, which means I will give you a nudge and hold you accountable when you need it!

I operate from a strengths-based perspective and use multiple approaches to help children, adolescents, and families feel supported. My role is to be a non-judgmental observer. I believe that humans are innately good and capable of reaching potential when given a therapeutic environment based on empathy and positive regard.

Do you feel stuck? Do you become fearful or avoidant in certain places? If anxiety, fear or depression has taken hold in your life - there is effective help. I am an expert in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and evidence based practice (EBP.) I provide treatments and teach you the skills you need to manage your feelings and find new ways to solve problems. By helping you identify and replace negative thinking and behavior patterns you gain control and are able to live the life you want.

I believe that all people are wired for connection. We want to be at peace with ourselves, and we want to feel secure in our relationships. However, life experiences, and how we make sense of them, often get in our way. My work as a counselor is to help clients of all ages see themselves and their world more clearly, by cutting through the negative messaging and reconnecting with their wise self. This is done with an attitude of compassionate, even playful, curiosity, recognizing we are all figuring it out as we go.

My clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, panic, stress, life transitions, self-criticism, low self-esteem and perfectionism. I also have specific experience supporting sex workers and people struggling with symptoms of ADHD. I base my approach on scientifically validated treatments, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I am trained to provide Exposure Therapy for OCD and panic disorder and Written Exposure Therapy for PTSD.