Family Therapy in Bend, OR

Veterans, First Responders, families, individuals and teens. PTSD, MST, addiction, life transitions and grief. We will work together to find the best path for you to reach your personal goals. I also offer assistance in the process of obtaining Service Dogs and ESAs.

Navigating life alone is never easy. We all need a special someone to share our stories. If you are looking for a kind and compassionate individual to help you lay the ground for a healing journey, don't hesitate to call. My therapeutic approach has a holistic framework that promotes the wellness of families and individuals, using the Whole Person Model, which addresses eight Dimensions of Wellness; Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social, and Spiritual.

Engaging a Mindfulness-based, cognitive approach can greatly benefit anyone exploring lifespan challenges and/or their journey towards personal growth. The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself. Specializing in couples and individual counseling, I have over 28 years of experience addressing marital issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. In addition to being a psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, I also provide a space (drumming circles) for individuals and/or groups to experience a healing approach through sound and self-expression.

I am committed to working with women, mothers, couples and families who have experienced trauma and/or who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety and loss of hope. I use several healing modalities to get you back to a place of stability, safety and nourishment. I also specialize in supportive process that aims to help individuals cope with the emotional, psychological, and social challenges associated with a long-term medical condition.

As a counselor, my primary commitment is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns without judgment. I understand that reaching out for counseling can be a courageous and vulnerable step, and I am honored to be part of your journey towards personal growth and healing.

Announcement- We have immediate openings, call or email today! As a practice we bring a holistic and collaborative approach to counseling. We see each client as their own individual self with a story. We work with individual adults and children to help them find their pathway to healing and strength through a client-centered approach. When working with children and families we maintain confidentiality for the child while not leaving the parents in the dark. We strive to create a therapeutic environment that is safe, respectful, and without judgment.

Everyone experiences sadness and distress. When we are struggling with painful experiences it can be helpful to have someone to assist us in our journey to healing, comfort, and connection. My clients often reach out when they experience anxiety, depression, self-doubt, grief, relationship struggles and other situations. I assist my clients in learning about and connecting with themselves and others from a place of compassion. Counseling provides a safe place to explore oneself including goals, values, and needs. Through one’s innate strength, clients can learn to trust themselves, find meaning, and get through life struggles.

My goal as a therapist is to learn each client’s individual story and align with their needs to develop and meet their personal objectives. I believe that each person has in them the strengths and ability to achieve their full potential. My approach to therapy, is to work toward the goals and concerns of the individual and explore the relationship and systems around the client that may impact and support healing. I collaborate with my client's life experiences and unique individuality to create achievable goals and meet their therapeutic needs.

I understand that the process of therapy can be overwhelming. I applaud you for the first active steps you are taking to seek support. I encourage you to find a therapist that you connect with. The therapeutic rapport is extremely valuable and an instrumental part of healing and growing. It is your choice who you want to share your story with. I have been providing therapeutic support for adults, youth, couples and families for the past 16 years. I hope through meaningful conversations to engage my clients in authentic dialogue that encourages change, reinforces strengths, and helps foster new awareness.

Do you feel the experiences of your life deeply? Struggle to understand why things seem to impact you more than your friends or peers? Do you seek to live a life that is meaningful, filled with joy and also rooted profoundly in truth and core values? Are you looking to build on your strengths and feel empowered to live your best life? As a therapist with over twelve years of practice, I practice trauma informed, positive psychology with a focus on strength-based empowerment. My work centers on helping my clients feel empowered to live their best lives while working through the issues that may be holding them back.

Most of the clients I work with are couples that, over a period of time, have come to feel more and more distant and disconnected with their spouse or partner. I use an Emotionally Focused Therapy model in order to help in guiding couples toward an emotionally safer, connected and loving relationship.

Starting the search for a therapist can be the most difficult part, so I applaud you in taking this initial step. You may be in a challenging situation right now, whether it be experiencing an increase in stress, worry, or feelings of sadness. My hope is that through working together you will feel a little less alone in your experience and feel positive shifts in your life. >Please know I welcome working with all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, abilities, ages and sexual orientations.<

Almost all couples go through phases when they're not as intimate as they could be. I coach people to solve very simple problems so that they can connect and feel excited about their relationship again. It's tough to live without physical closeness, touch or connection. You want a passionate relationship - not just a functional but unsatisfying friendship. The problem is, when you think about your options it's hard to imagine anything that might help. You undoubtably feel hurt and misunderstood - even if your partner is a great person. You might be looking at the challenge of a breakup or divorce. Is it worth it to stay committed?

Have you been feeling like you need some extra support lately? Do you feel like you have traumas from your past that you'd like to address? I specialize in EMDR and somatic therapies which can provide resolution and relief. Imagine a therapeutic experience where you can take a break from your everyday life and enter into a warm and supportive environment. I will listen to your stories with enthusiasm and compassion. As we identify patterns and begin to heal old wounds, we’ll work to reignite your life force energy.

We are a team of practitioners who specialize in therapy, counseling and mental healthcare for children, teens, adults, families and couples who are ready to heal and thrive now.

Accepting new clients. How to begin? Perhaps you wonder where your groove went and want to connect again. Deepening connection with self is a lifelong process with no absolute route. One must be off the mark to find it; you are exactly where you must be. Here. We'll collaborate to unveil passions, explore internal dynamics and empower personal transformation for the life you want.

Visit my website at: www.anderson-counseling.com. My philosophy of counseling is based on a collaborative approach such that clients and I work together to identify, clarify and accomplish goals as a team. I believe that balance is an important aspect of wellness and so I am a strong advocate for the health of the entire person: mind, body and spirit. Others describe me as down-to- earth, easy to talk to, compassionate and professional. Whether you are wanting relief from uncomfortable symptoms or to improve your performance in some area of your life, I would like to help. I'm available in-person or online.

Sometimes we get stuck. We’ve done everything we know to help ourselves, then comes a time when we need some extra support to figure out the rest. Counseling can be a place to gain clarity about what you're going through and learn how to be your most true and thriving self. I often support individuals and families struggling with anxiety, anger, relationship problems, depression, trauma, and transitions in their lives.

One of the most unifying truths is that all sentient beings long to live their lives in relative peace and safety. For many of us, however, this is elusive. Past experiences, exposure to violence, health concerns, and feelings of isolation because of unsupportive social norms or a lack of caring relationships can make realizing our desired life impossible. Counseling is an avenue for exploration, clarity in values and desires, and a safe place of committed support. Together, we can find and strengthen your innate ability to move beyond obstacles and connect with your inherent wholeness.