Family Therapy in Gresham, OR
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Sanctuary Christian Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030
Sometimes life becomes too much to handle. Anxiety builds and depression sets in. Often friends or family don't understand why you feel the way you do. Your Pastor may not have the time to really listen and help you figure things out.
Sometimes life becomes too much to handle. Anxiety builds and depression sets in. Often friends or family don't understand why you feel the way you do. Your Pastor may not have the time to really listen and help you figure things out.
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My primary focuses are treating anxiety, depression, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, interpersonal conflict and relationships, family conflict, self-esteem, stress, disability adjustments, life transitions, self-harm, self-identity, and behavioral concerns.
Do you or your child deal with anxiety? Facing challenges with school, activities, or friends? Are you a young adult dealing with doubts, a lack of self-esteem, or lowered confidence? Are you moving from adolescence into college, adulthood, or the professional world? Do you feel alone and stressed out? I am accepting daytime individual clients located in Oregon right now, however, our practice has providers seeing clients in WA and OR who have availability for individuals and couples with various concerns (depression, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, etc.).
My primary focuses are treating anxiety, depression, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, interpersonal conflict and relationships, family conflict, self-esteem, stress, disability adjustments, life transitions, self-harm, self-identity, and behavioral concerns.
Do you or your child deal with anxiety? Facing challenges with school, activities, or friends? Are you a young adult dealing with doubts, a lack of self-esteem, or lowered confidence? Are you moving from adolescence into college, adulthood, or the professional world? Do you feel alone and stressed out? I am accepting daytime individual clients located in Oregon right now, however, our practice has providers seeing clients in WA and OR who have availability for individuals and couples with various concerns (depression, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, etc.).
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Secret Room Therapy Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030
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!
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!
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Catherine E Archibald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97030
I take a unique approach to wellness by incorporating the client's family and supports in addressing dilemmas and practicing new methods of dealing with problems.
I work with a wide array of clients experiencing challenges in their lives ranging from eating disorders to substance abuse to serious trauma. In my years of work specializing in children and parents contending with anger, anxiety, depression, foster-care, parenting struggles and divorce issues I have helped families find healing and recover fun in their relationships. Whether a person is seeking services because they realize their problems can improve and they want professional support or at the insistence of a concerned family member, therapy should be a place where you experience confidence that the situation will improve.
I take a unique approach to wellness by incorporating the client's family and supports in addressing dilemmas and practicing new methods of dealing with problems.
I work with a wide array of clients experiencing challenges in their lives ranging from eating disorders to substance abuse to serious trauma. In my years of work specializing in children and parents contending with anger, anxiety, depression, foster-care, parenting struggles and divorce issues I have helped families find healing and recover fun in their relationships. Whether a person is seeking services because they realize their problems can improve and they want professional support or at the insistence of a concerned family member, therapy should be a place where you experience confidence that the situation will improve.
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Donna L Osorio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
I practice from a strength-based, attachment focused and person centered approach to support people in their healing journey. My practice is focused on assisting those who are experiencing challenges such as loss, chronic or acute illness, relationship conflicts, stress, family concerns and symptoms of depression and anxiety. I bring over twenty years of experience as a counselor. Mi filosofía es enfocar en la capacidad del cliente. Puedo ayudar con problemas familiares, crianza de los niños, ansiedad, depresión, estrés y conflictos. Tengo mas de 20 años de experiencia como Consejera.
I practice from a strength-based, attachment focused and person centered approach to support people in their healing journey. My practice is focused on assisting those who are experiencing challenges such as loss, chronic or acute illness, relationship conflicts, stress, family concerns and symptoms of depression and anxiety. I bring over twenty years of experience as a counselor. Mi filosofía es enfocar en la capacidad del cliente. Puedo ayudar con problemas familiares, crianza de los niños, ansiedad, depresión, estrés y conflictos. Tengo mas de 20 años de experiencia como Consejera.
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Sarah M Manlupig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97030
We strive to meet you, your child and/or your family where you are, utilizing a trauma focused approach, guiding you to make the changes you hope for.
Eastside Child and Family Therapy is a counseling group practice serving parents, early childhood, children, teens & young adults. We believe in removing some of the barriers to therapy by offering face to face, at our Gresham location & in schools, with our school based program and all over Oregon, with our Telehealth program. We serve families utilizing family systems and parenting support, individuals utilizing PLAY therapy and talk therapy. We believe that parents, children, teens & young adults should be equipped with tools for success! Our Hybrid model of support might be what you've been searching for.
We strive to meet you, your child and/or your family where you are, utilizing a trauma focused approach, guiding you to make the changes you hope for.
Eastside Child and Family Therapy is a counseling group practice serving parents, early childhood, children, teens & young adults. We believe in removing some of the barriers to therapy by offering face to face, at our Gresham location & in schools, with our school based program and all over Oregon, with our Telehealth program. We serve families utilizing family systems and parenting support, individuals utilizing PLAY therapy and talk therapy. We believe that parents, children, teens & young adults should be equipped with tools for success! Our Hybrid model of support might be what you've been searching for.
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Carly Field
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am particularly adept at utilizing Internal Family Systems Therapy to guide clients through their journey of self-discovery and healing.
I love working with queer and neurodivergent adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, self esteem issues, depression and trauma. I have a special interest in working with high achieving folx who have perfectionistic tendencies.
I am particularly adept at utilizing Internal Family Systems Therapy to guide clients through their journey of self-discovery and healing.
I love working with queer and neurodivergent adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, self esteem issues, depression and trauma. I have a special interest in working with high achieving folx who have perfectionistic tendencies.
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Accepting New Clients- Many of my clients are in recovery, have traumatic family dynamics, and generally struggle to feel settled in society. I’m interested in what brought you to the moment of seeking out therapy and how I can support you with getting your needs met. Historically I have worked with people impacted by trauma, especially those whose healing has become complicated by financial difficulties and a broken system. I have over 5 years of experience with trauma, and often help those who experience negative self talk, shame, anxiety, and depression.
Accepting New Clients- Many of my clients are in recovery, have traumatic family dynamics, and generally struggle to feel settled in society. I’m interested in what brought you to the moment of seeking out therapy and how I can support you with getting your needs met. Historically I have worked with people impacted by trauma, especially those whose healing has become complicated by financial difficulties and a broken system. I have over 5 years of experience with trauma, and often help those who experience negative self talk, shame, anxiety, and depression.
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Life Skills Management Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
We are licensed in Utah, Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
We are licensed in Utah, Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
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Primarily, I use Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Strength Based Approaches; while including an array of other therapeutic modalities to help the individual, couple, and family accomplish their goals.
***Currently available for in-person and Teletherapy appointments*** I am passionate about people leading empowered, connected, and purposeful lives. I provide counseling services to diverse clients as they learn, change, grow, and function in increasingly inspired, creative, healthy, and adaptive ways. I work collaboratively with clients in identifying needs, making changes, and practicing new skills in a safe and supportive setting. I am experienced in working with adults, couples, families, as well as adolescent clients, on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, identity, and unwanted thoughts or emotions.
Primarily, I use Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Strength Based Approaches; while including an array of other therapeutic modalities to help the individual, couple, and family accomplish their goals.
***Currently available for in-person and Teletherapy appointments*** I am passionate about people leading empowered, connected, and purposeful lives. I provide counseling services to diverse clients as they learn, change, grow, and function in increasingly inspired, creative, healthy, and adaptive ways. I work collaboratively with clients in identifying needs, making changes, and practicing new skills in a safe and supportive setting. I am experienced in working with adults, couples, families, as well as adolescent clients, on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, identity, and unwanted thoughts or emotions.
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Hollis Maclean Wenzel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals who are ready to address concerns about themselves and their relationships in order to live a happier and more satisfying life. I offer professional counseling services in a setting that is comfortable, safe and private. My work is grounded in family systems but is also influenced by a humanistic perspective and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with proven tools taken from other modalities as needed. My goal is to offer growth and healing by working with clients in a way that will best match them and the issues they are addressing.
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals who are ready to address concerns about themselves and their relationships in order to live a happier and more satisfying life. I offer professional counseling services in a setting that is comfortable, safe and private. My work is grounded in family systems but is also influenced by a humanistic perspective and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with proven tools taken from other modalities as needed. My goal is to offer growth and healing by working with clients in a way that will best match them and the issues they are addressing.
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Ana Reichelt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CADC, I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97080 (Online Only)
My approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Structural Family Therapy, by integrating this two approaches I am better able to help my clients heal past wounds and overcome current struggles.
It's my privilege to work as a Mental Health Counselor. I offer a safe, non judgmental, place where people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I have expertise addressing relationship conflicts, child/parent struggles, separation/divorce, substance abuse, and codependency issues. When we are suffering and in need of counseling we sometimes endure a great deal before we recognize there is a problem that needs to be addressed. If you find yourself struggling in any one of these areas call me to help you find the joy in everyday life.
My approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Structural Family Therapy, by integrating this two approaches I am better able to help my clients heal past wounds and overcome current struggles.
It's my privilege to work as a Mental Health Counselor. I offer a safe, non judgmental, place where people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I have expertise addressing relationship conflicts, child/parent struggles, separation/divorce, substance abuse, and codependency issues. When we are suffering and in need of counseling we sometimes endure a great deal before we recognize there is a problem that needs to be addressed. If you find yourself struggling in any one of these areas call me to help you find the joy in everyday life.
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Kristine Born
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
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Do you want to build stronger emotional connections with partners, friends, and family members? Are you wanting a life that is fulfilling because you have created a robust sense of self and vibrant relationships? …Let’s get started!
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Nahomie Guillaume
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gresham, OR 97030 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you overwhelmed? Stressed? Are you struggling with thoughts that you find disturbing? Are you in need of hope, healing, and support? If so, I can help. I will help you identify your life's purpose/meaning, develop healthy coping skills as you grow in your relationships. Beside my professional background, I know firsthand the joy and challenges of raising a family, juggling multiple demands; and have experienced the loss of a child through both miscarriage and stillbirth. If you are looking for someone whom you can connect with on an experiential level, I am that therapist. I look forward to assisting you in your life's journey.
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Are you or your child dealing with challenges related to sensory processing, such as being overwhelmed by certain sounds or textures? Are you or your child struggling to connect with peers or forming social relationships? I have a background in outpatient pediatric occupational therapy where I enjoyed working to support children and families with sensory, motor, and cognitive challenges. I believe in supporting the family system and providing parents as well as children with tools to increase connection and well-being.
Are you or your child dealing with challenges related to sensory processing, such as being overwhelmed by certain sounds or textures? Are you or your child struggling to connect with peers or forming social relationships? I have a background in outpatient pediatric occupational therapy where I enjoyed working to support children and families with sensory, motor, and cognitive challenges. I believe in supporting the family system and providing parents as well as children with tools to increase connection and well-being.
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I incorporate several therapeutic modalities into my work including Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic/Embodiment work, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
My therapeutic work is grounded in the understanding that we all seek connection, acceptance, safety, and belonging. I emphasize a trauma-informed approach to counseling, which means I prioritize a strong relational foundation of trust. At my core, I trust in your intrinsic orientation towards healing and wholeness. This wisdom is what will help guide you on your therapeutic journey. I see my role, as your therapist, to be one in which I accompany you on your unique path.
I incorporate several therapeutic modalities into my work including Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic/Embodiment work, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
My therapeutic work is grounded in the understanding that we all seek connection, acceptance, safety, and belonging. I emphasize a trauma-informed approach to counseling, which means I prioritize a strong relational foundation of trust. At my core, I trust in your intrinsic orientation towards healing and wholeness. This wisdom is what will help guide you on your therapeutic journey. I see my role, as your therapist, to be one in which I accompany you on your unique path.
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Neupathway (Maribel Aheran)
Licensed Professional Counselor, Eed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030
Working on improving your mental health and addressing aspects of your life that affect your level of functioning at work, school, family, and relationships, is a big step, but is also a step further to becoming the best version of yourself! "I will be honored to be part of your emotional growth!".
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Working on improving your mental health and addressing aspects of your life that affect your level of functioning at work, school, family, and relationships, is a big step, but is also a step further to becoming the best version of yourself! "I will be honored to be part of your emotional growth!".
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
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Hi, I'm Vanessa (they/them), and my practice centers gender identity and exploration, sexuality, polyamory, and religious trauma. I often work with queer and trans folks navigating difficult family dynamics or working through barriers to accessing gender-affirming care. I practice within an intersectional framework, seeking to hear and understand your lived experiences. My own lived experience as a queer person and an immigrant influences my practice. I maintain a deep curiosity toward our systems and ways of being, and this leads me to constantly question societal structures that oppress, restrict, and exclude.
Hi, I'm Vanessa (they/them), and my practice centers gender identity and exploration, sexuality, polyamory, and religious trauma. I often work with queer and trans folks navigating difficult family dynamics or working through barriers to accessing gender-affirming care. I practice within an intersectional framework, seeking to hear and understand your lived experiences. My own lived experience as a queer person and an immigrant influences my practice. I maintain a deep curiosity toward our systems and ways of being, and this leads me to constantly question societal structures that oppress, restrict, and exclude.
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Joann Lundberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC , ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Gresham, OR 97030
I invite you to reach out to me to learn how I can help support you and your family in achieving deeper and more fulfilling relationships, increased understanding and compassion towards yourself and others and greater peace at home.
Is your child experiencing behavioral problems that interfere with school, family, or friendships? Is your teen distant, defiant or have mood swings? While facing challenges in childhood is a normal part of growing up, sometimes kids need additional help learning the skills needed to navigate big feelings, worries, upsetting and confusing events and the stressors of modern life. I offer kids an opportunity to learn and practice new skills, a safe space to explore big feelings and can help them learn to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a helpful way using creative, and fun approaches and evidence based practices
I invite you to reach out to me to learn how I can help support you and your family in achieving deeper and more fulfilling relationships, increased understanding and compassion towards yourself and others and greater peace at home.
Is your child experiencing behavioral problems that interfere with school, family, or friendships? Is your teen distant, defiant or have mood swings? While facing challenges in childhood is a normal part of growing up, sometimes kids need additional help learning the skills needed to navigate big feelings, worries, upsetting and confusing events and the stressors of modern life. I offer kids an opportunity to learn and practice new skills, a safe space to explore big feelings and can help them learn to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a helpful way using creative, and fun approaches and evidence based practices
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.