Couples Counseling Therapists in Bend, OR

About Telehealth: Clients report that they feel as comfortable and supported as they would by meeting in an office, and that they enjoy the convenience and flexibility telehealth provides. Working over the past 25 years in County Mental Health Systems, Child Protective Services, Crisis Intervention, Hospice services and Forensics , I've acquired extensive experience working with individuals, couples and older adults. My sessions tend to focus on reducing self doubt and questioning by fostering a sense of curiosity and exploration of the sources of discomfort, with the goal of rediscovering your strengths and self confidence.

**CURRENTLY FULL.** I believe that no matter where you have come from or what you have been through, that you have been created with so much value and potential. It is my goal to work alongside an individual to recognize, encourage and remind them of their strengths and capabilities. I believe that trust, respect and authenticity are vital in the counseling relationship and that humor should be incorporated into life whenever possible. I work to holistically treat individuals/couples and I offer services for adult patients with a variety of backgrounds and diagnoses.

I have spent the last 20 years working with children, adolescents, individuals and couples. My diverse practice has helped me to understand how people of all ages and walks of life function and how to help relieve their pain and work towards health and live without trauma.

Please visit my business website: www.wolfordcounseling.com I am both a Licensed Professional Counselor(#C2212)and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#T0637) in the State of Oregon. I am often called 'down to earth' and 'realistic' by my current and past clients. this is my approach to therapy with Individuals, couples, families and youth. I concentrate on creating new, achievable goals with my clients. Communication and trust are at the heart of healthier relationships with oneself and with others and I have been effective in helping my clients find new levels of happiness and respect.

I believe that the foundation upon which an individual's emotional, psychological, and physical health may thrive is determined by the strength of that individual's relationship with "self". My treatment style is holistic and integrated, its core components being that of empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. My areas of practice include relational issues experienced throughout the lifespan, trauma, moral injury, sexual/gender issues, and issues pertaining to chronic illness and addiction. I provide services for those within the military culture, LGBTQI community, and for caretakers experiencing compassion fatigue.

Centering - identifying that space in the middle, the balance between extremes, both inside and outside of ourselves. Regain balance with support. At Centered Therapy, we have a team of professional counselors ready to assist you with your specific needs. We treat adults with a variety of issues, ranging from trauma and anxiety to relationship issues and life transitions. Our therapists utilize a wide range of empirical and evidence-based practices and techniques to assist you on your path. They create a safe space as a foundation to walk alongside you and encourage your self-empowerment by teaching skills for growth and resilience.

Making the choice to seek help is incredibly brave, and finding a counselor can be overwhelming. I aim to make the process as safe and effortless as possible, providing individual, family, and couples counseling. We all have a right to belong, be respected, and feel heard and understood. If you experience anxiety, depression, shame, grief and loss, have had traumatic experiences, or relationship difficulties, counseling may help. Together we can find healing, promote connection with others, reduce distress, implement healthy boundaries, and process our hurt to create a better relationship with ourselves, our stories, and our world.

We currently have openings available for weekends and Mondays. We are a growing, small group practice that is focused on building a safe & supportive relationship with you to help you navigate life's obstacles. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety & stress, relationship difficulty, or adjustment issues to life events, we are here to help. We offer expertise & specialty in the areas of working with first responders, pregnancy and post partum issues, and veterans. If you are ready to build wisdom, insight, and strength around things that are challenging you now, we would love to support you on your journey.

I provide therapy to adults, first responders, couples, and veterans. I approach therapy from a client-centered standpoint, where we will work together to identify your goals based on the reasons you are seeking support. If you are struggling with issues around depression, anxiety, communication, connection, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, grief, anger, stress or trauma, I hope to provide you with the support you need to move forward. I know it can be difficult to reach out for support, but I hope to create a comfortable environment for you to further explore what is bothering you now and help you feel less stuck.

I work with a variety of adult clients. Most people who consult me are confronting anxiety,depression, substance abuse, stress related disorders, and marital problems. In assessing the type of problems, people present, I look at lifestyle, current coping mechanisms, how we think and perceive our problem, our personal histories and what strategies specifically people have used to address their concerns. The use of mindfulness, learning to be more present in the moment allows for reduced reactivity, new ways of coping, problem solving, and relating to others in ones environment. It can lead to healing and transformation.

In my work with Centered Therapy, I welcome all people from adolescents to adults who are struggling with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, or simply struggles with everyday life. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families, and I am excited to work with people of all intersectional identities, including people of all ages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious orientations, and ethnicities.

As a person and as a counselor my focus is on developing relationships that foster wholeness. I am not interested in simply diagnosing and treating symptoms. I help clients who are interested in going deeper into their humanity and discovering the richness that can be found in seeking wholeness. I work with youth, adults, and couples who are experiencing existential, spiritual, and/or relational problems.

My theory is you are the expert on your life, your relationships and your family. Let me be the catalyst in making change happen. Together we can make positive transformations occur quickly and effectively. I will work closely with you to integrate the valuable insight, knowledge, intuition and experiential wisdom you have about yourself and your relationships, in order to increase connections and improve your relationships as a whole, not just change your unwanted behaviors.

*** WE HAVE NEW CLIENT OPENINGS! CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS.*** We believe that with the right information and tools, each of us has the capacity to improve the way we feel and our overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a welcoming and open clinical space where you feel comfortable, safe, supported, and empowered..

As a therapist, I have been privileged to help individuals find a sense of balance, wellness and meaning in their lives. I utilize a person-centered approach that is customized for each patient. My office is conveniently located in downtown Bend, and I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions. I am in network with most major insurances.

You're a unique person with individual experiences and needs. At Journey to Renewal, I will assess, and then together we will create a plan to meet your goals. Types of therapy provided include individual, couples, and family counseling to people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. I offer integrative, trauma-informed counseling, working with clients to determine their goals and approaches in a way that work best for them.

My approach to therapy is based on the belief that everyone has an innate capacity for healing and growth. As we adapt to life's challenges, however, we sometimes get stuck in long-term patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, or relating to others that ultimately limit our growth and leave us feeling sad, lonely, overwhelmed, anxious, angry, or fearful. I work collaboratively with clients to help them identify, understand, and change these patterns that keep them feeling stuck so that they can to move towards a life that is more passionate, creative, and fulfilling.

On this journey we call life we are all seeking connection and clarity amid chaos. We all want to be seen, heard, and validated. At times it is difficult to communicate the messages we desire to send in a manner our loved ones can accept. While attempting to communicate these messages conflict may arise. This can be frustrating resulting in hopelessness, confusion, and anxiety.

We are all looking for love. Authentic self love takes time, attention and oftentimes help.  Looking for it outside of yourself is exhausting, demoralizing and depressing. Believing that there must be something wrong with you is isolating and terrible for the self esteem required for a healthy relationship. You are tired of feeling like a beggar, when you know you have so much to give. You know you are amazing and are at loss as to how to get what you need and want in a partner. You’d like a relationship with mutual love, respect and deep connection. You would also like to feel great about yourself in the context of a relationship