Teletherapy for Bend, OR
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Haley Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCOUN, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Waitlist for new clients
Sex. Intimacy. Pleasure. — These topics feel intimidating and vulnerable to talk about. You’ve googled how to have better sex. You are feeling discouraged about your sex life and wondering if there's more to explore. Maybe you can’t even think about sex without feeling uncomfortable, much less talk about it. You want to feel confident in yourself, reconnect with your partner, and heal from the past. You think you are ready to open up, get curious about yourself, and tell your story. Now what? Let's see if we are a good fit!
Sex. Intimacy. Pleasure. — These topics feel intimidating and vulnerable to talk about. You’ve googled how to have better sex. You are feeling discouraged about your sex life and wondering if there's more to explore. Maybe you can’t even think about sex without feeling uncomfortable, much less talk about it. You want to feel confident in yourself, reconnect with your partner, and heal from the past. You think you are ready to open up, get curious about yourself, and tell your story. Now what? Let's see if we are a good fit!
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Holly K Severson Herzog
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97703 (Online Only)
Are you in the midst of a major life transition, like a divorce or job loss, and feel confused about how to move forward? Do you struggle with relationship issues like how to communicate better with a loved one, have trouble navigating conflicts, or have a desire to have more joy-filled relationships? Not only do I have book knowledge about these issues, I have lived many of them, just like you. I believe that we all need a little coaching and encouragement at times. I have a direct, compassionate and solution focused style and have 30 years experience in the field.
Are you in the midst of a major life transition, like a divorce or job loss, and feel confused about how to move forward? Do you struggle with relationship issues like how to communicate better with a loved one, have trouble navigating conflicts, or have a desire to have more joy-filled relationships? Not only do I have book knowledge about these issues, I have lived many of them, just like you. I believe that we all need a little coaching and encouragement at times. I have a direct, compassionate and solution focused style and have 30 years experience in the field.
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Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Mariah Vlach (pronounced Vlock) and I assist individuals, couples, and families to be the catalyst for change and healing in their lives. Dysfunctional life experiences compromise the energetic system of the mind-body connection. These experiences can compartmentalize in the psyche and physical body, creating depression, shame, fear, anxiety, and suffering. Together, we will uncover your personal mythology to reveal a deeper understanding of your life experiences, the reasons behind why you feel stuck, and ignite your natural healing capacity to bring ease and reduce suffering.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. My name is Mariah Vlach (pronounced Vlock) and I assist individuals, couples, and families to be the catalyst for change and healing in their lives. Dysfunctional life experiences compromise the energetic system of the mind-body connection. These experiences can compartmentalize in the psyche and physical body, creating depression, shame, fear, anxiety, and suffering. Together, we will uncover your personal mythology to reveal a deeper understanding of your life experiences, the reasons behind why you feel stuck, and ignite your natural healing capacity to bring ease and reduce suffering.
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I suppose every client is the "ideal" in the sense that each person brings a unique story worthy of dignity, grace, and respect. By the time a person walks into my office, he/she is usually exhausted, confused, empty, and/or feeling hopeless and alone. Not all, but many of the folks I see want to be known, understood, and accepted. Most believe the lie that "if people really knew me, what I think about, what I've done, or what's been done to me, they would not love me, accept me or want me their lives." I enjoy helping people experience the freedom grace can give and the hope it has to offer.
I suppose every client is the "ideal" in the sense that each person brings a unique story worthy of dignity, grace, and respect. By the time a person walks into my office, he/she is usually exhausted, confused, empty, and/or feeling hopeless and alone. Not all, but many of the folks I see want to be known, understood, and accepted. Most believe the lie that "if people really knew me, what I think about, what I've done, or what's been done to me, they would not love me, accept me or want me their lives." I enjoy helping people experience the freedom grace can give and the hope it has to offer.
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What makes you unique? Why are you here, and why do you feel clarity and confidence with some people (and in certain situations) and with others it's a struggle? No, there's nothing 'wrong' with you, and I know how it can feel that way, especially when things get challenging. My specialty is showing you what's "right" about you and offering grounded, practical tools you can use right away to transform your inner world and your outer results with loved ones and on the job. I especially love working with professionals who would like to feel successful in ALL areas of their life, not just at home or at work.
What makes you unique? Why are you here, and why do you feel clarity and confidence with some people (and in certain situations) and with others it's a struggle? No, there's nothing 'wrong' with you, and I know how it can feel that way, especially when things get challenging. My specialty is showing you what's "right" about you and offering grounded, practical tools you can use right away to transform your inner world and your outer results with loved ones and on the job. I especially love working with professionals who would like to feel successful in ALL areas of their life, not just at home or at work.
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Leyla Dim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCHt
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
I am now offering Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Integrative Energy Therapies in Bend, Oregon. Combining years of clinical experience with the growing fields of psychedelic and vibrational medicines creates unique choices for true healing and well-being. As an integrated approach to health and well-being, these modalities help treat symptoms of anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, relational difficulties, depression, stress, post-concussion, addiction and other issues. Please submit an inquiry for virtual therapy availability.
I am now offering Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Integrative Energy Therapies in Bend, Oregon. Combining years of clinical experience with the growing fields of psychedelic and vibrational medicines creates unique choices for true healing and well-being. As an integrated approach to health and well-being, these modalities help treat symptoms of anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, relational difficulties, depression, stress, post-concussion, addiction and other issues. Please submit an inquiry for virtual therapy availability.
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Jesse Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Jesse and I'm going to attempt to help you clarify whether I'm worth contacting in the next few statements. We might be a fit if: You are slightly skeptical of the therapeutic process (you're not alone). You're sensing this is a potential big moment in your life (even if you don't know why). You're someone who does well with a balanced blend of nurturing and challenge. You think growth is possible and awesome and, yes, uncomfortable, but well worth it. Whether you're good at asking for help or not, you know you need it at this moment to get where you're headed. Your dreams are a little scary to say out loud (a good sign!).
Hi! I'm Jesse and I'm going to attempt to help you clarify whether I'm worth contacting in the next few statements. We might be a fit if: You are slightly skeptical of the therapeutic process (you're not alone). You're sensing this is a potential big moment in your life (even if you don't know why). You're someone who does well with a balanced blend of nurturing and challenge. You think growth is possible and awesome and, yes, uncomfortable, but well worth it. Whether you're good at asking for help or not, you know you need it at this moment to get where you're headed. Your dreams are a little scary to say out loud (a good sign!).
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Madeline Warnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
New Group - See below! Your inner critic can make you see yourself through a cruel funhouse mirror, where all you can see are the parts of you that you don’t like. You may have had past experiences - in relationships, your family, school, or society - that left you feeling like there's something wrong with you. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or “too much,” and now you tell yourself those things on repeat. You may struggle with listening to and trusting your feelings, intuition, or body, and you long for more confidence & self-trust. My clients are people who want to go deep (even if a part of them is also afraid to!).
New Group - See below! Your inner critic can make you see yourself through a cruel funhouse mirror, where all you can see are the parts of you that you don’t like. You may have had past experiences - in relationships, your family, school, or society - that left you feeling like there's something wrong with you. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or “too much,” and now you tell yourself those things on repeat. You may struggle with listening to and trusting your feelings, intuition, or body, and you long for more confidence & self-trust. My clients are people who want to go deep (even if a part of them is also afraid to!).
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My work as a leadership and life coach is to support your unique journey. If you're feeling stalled out at work; if you're seeking to rekindle passion and purpose, a coaching conversation can be transformative. We'll identify aspirational goals and create a realistic plan for change, with milestones to mark progress. I draw upon the research of Dr. Brené Brown and I am a trained teacher of the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion curricula of Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer. I offer the IEQ9 Enneagram Personality Assessment as a starting point for inquiry. The coaching conversation can bring you back to life. Let's begin.
My work as a leadership and life coach is to support your unique journey. If you're feeling stalled out at work; if you're seeking to rekindle passion and purpose, a coaching conversation can be transformative. We'll identify aspirational goals and create a realistic plan for change, with milestones to mark progress. I draw upon the research of Dr. Brené Brown and I am a trained teacher of the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion curricula of Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer. I offer the IEQ9 Enneagram Personality Assessment as a starting point for inquiry. The coaching conversation can bring you back to life. Let's begin.
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I teach people how to build a strong sense of Self and use that powerful foundation to create the life they desire. To make it in this world, you may have invested in “being normal” or just "surviving" and, in that process, forgotten who you truly are. Many people who identify as highly sensitive, or neurodiverse find themselves in this situation, as well as people who have experienced trauma or significant change. Reconnecting with your authentic self allows you to: experience increased success & abundance, cultivate closer relationships, undam your creativity, and build resilience.
I teach people how to build a strong sense of Self and use that powerful foundation to create the life they desire. To make it in this world, you may have invested in “being normal” or just "surviving" and, in that process, forgotten who you truly are. Many people who identify as highly sensitive, or neurodiverse find themselves in this situation, as well as people who have experienced trauma or significant change. Reconnecting with your authentic self allows you to: experience increased success & abundance, cultivate closer relationships, undam your creativity, and build resilience.
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You want to feel calm and confident, but deep down you are struggling with anxiousness, guilt, or loneliness. You are someone who is yearning for confidence and strong relationships, but you find yourself stuck in a pattern of anxiousness & avoidance, caught between guilt & fear. Perhaps your household feels like chaos and conflicts are more common than you care to admit. But you are ready to make a change! You are ready to learn why you react the way you do, and manage your anxiousness. Most of all, you’re ready to calm the chaos in your mind and body, leading the way for a healthy relationship with yourself and those you love.
You want to feel calm and confident, but deep down you are struggling with anxiousness, guilt, or loneliness. You are someone who is yearning for confidence and strong relationships, but you find yourself stuck in a pattern of anxiousness & avoidance, caught between guilt & fear. Perhaps your household feels like chaos and conflicts are more common than you care to admit. But you are ready to make a change! You are ready to learn why you react the way you do, and manage your anxiousness. Most of all, you’re ready to calm the chaos in your mind and body, leading the way for a healthy relationship with yourself and those you love.
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Savanna DeLuca
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97703
Get help right away with a Brainspotting Intensive! Are you finding that the challenges in your life and relationships continue to trigger you, despite your best efforts? If the standard 50-minute therapy sessions haven't provided the breakthrough you're seeking, and you've explored self-help books and previous therapy without the desired results, it might be time for a different approach. Perhaps you're seeking substantial support right now and are hesitant about committing to the traditional weekly therapy model that could take months or even years to bring about the change you crave.
Get help right away with a Brainspotting Intensive! Are you finding that the challenges in your life and relationships continue to trigger you, despite your best efforts? If the standard 50-minute therapy sessions haven't provided the breakthrough you're seeking, and you've explored self-help books and previous therapy without the desired results, it might be time for a different approach. Perhaps you're seeking substantial support right now and are hesitant about committing to the traditional weekly therapy model that could take months or even years to bring about the change you crave.
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Kathryn Hartnett Boruff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
I have an immediate opening on telehealth. Do you struggle with anxiety that can be quite debilitating and that persists despite your daily efforts to manage it? Depression that drags you down and prevents you from enjoying your life fully? The impact of unresolved trauma making it difficult for you to respond to events in your life successfully? I specialize in working with young adults and am experienced in helping my clients address challenges unique to this stage of life. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to schedule a consultation on my website at www.khbcounseling.com.
I have an immediate opening on telehealth. Do you struggle with anxiety that can be quite debilitating and that persists despite your daily efforts to manage it? Depression that drags you down and prevents you from enjoying your life fully? The impact of unresolved trauma making it difficult for you to respond to events in your life successfully? I specialize in working with young adults and am experienced in helping my clients address challenges unique to this stage of life. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to schedule a consultation on my website at www.khbcounseling.com.
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Sean Dodge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety and trauma. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based treatment, we will work to address the underlying processes of psychological pain, including difficulties recognizing or tolerating emotions, low self-confidence and harsh self-criticisms, and fears of making mistakes or upsetting others. This work helps develop a kinder and more affirming way of interacting with yourself, creating the groundwork for effectively pursuing life goals, dreams, and ambitions.
I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety and trauma. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based treatment, we will work to address the underlying processes of psychological pain, including difficulties recognizing or tolerating emotions, low self-confidence and harsh self-criticisms, and fears of making mistakes or upsetting others. This work helps develop a kinder and more affirming way of interacting with yourself, creating the groundwork for effectively pursuing life goals, dreams, and ambitions.
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I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
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Serenity & Strength LLC is a 100% online mental health service treating adults anywhere in Oregon. My therapeutic approach is active and uses research-proven treatments when possible. This is effective for motivated individuals and helps establish long-term stable results. As a psychiatrist, I prescribe medications when appropriate, but do not emphasize the use of medications in my practice. Please note, I do not prescribe controlled substances (e.g. benzodiazepine sedatives, stimulant medication, opioid pain medications).
Serenity & Strength LLC is a 100% online mental health service treating adults anywhere in Oregon. My therapeutic approach is active and uses research-proven treatments when possible. This is effective for motivated individuals and helps establish long-term stable results. As a psychiatrist, I prescribe medications when appropriate, but do not emphasize the use of medications in my practice. Please note, I do not prescribe controlled substances (e.g. benzodiazepine sedatives, stimulant medication, opioid pain medications).
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Kelly Winter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CTHP, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
You're in luck - Immediate Openings! Meet Kelly, a kickass therapist who’s also a bit magical. She specializes in Anxiety, Adult ADHD, Insomnia, Couples, Women's Issues, honoring your soul, pop culture references, swearing often, laughing at herself, and forever needing another cup of coffee. Ok, enough with the 3rd person: here's the good stuff - Whether its burn-out, a new ADHD diagnosis, aligning to your life path, or navigating life's curve balls (like divorce), you deserve to feel so much better than you do right now. I consider myself a visionary, who sees the best in you, and empowers real transformation.
You're in luck - Immediate Openings! Meet Kelly, a kickass therapist who’s also a bit magical. She specializes in Anxiety, Adult ADHD, Insomnia, Couples, Women's Issues, honoring your soul, pop culture references, swearing often, laughing at herself, and forever needing another cup of coffee. Ok, enough with the 3rd person: here's the good stuff - Whether its burn-out, a new ADHD diagnosis, aligning to your life path, or navigating life's curve balls (like divorce), you deserve to feel so much better than you do right now. I consider myself a visionary, who sees the best in you, and empowers real transformation.
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Crystal Leavitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MBA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Accepting NEW clients. Everyone has a story, that should be heard, and have a space where their healing journey can begin. I aid to create a safe, non-judgement space and a therapeutic relationship for clients to share their story, process their pain, and find healing. I specialize in working with children (5+), teens (12+), women, and couples struggling with feeling stuck, behavioral issues, emotional regulation, anxious distress, depressed mood, grief/loss, postpartum issues, trauma, eating disorders, unhealthy body and food relationship, and communication issues and high conflict. I'm also a certified Brainspotting therapist.
Accepting NEW clients. Everyone has a story, that should be heard, and have a space where their healing journey can begin. I aid to create a safe, non-judgement space and a therapeutic relationship for clients to share their story, process their pain, and find healing. I specialize in working with children (5+), teens (12+), women, and couples struggling with feeling stuck, behavioral issues, emotional regulation, anxious distress, depressed mood, grief/loss, postpartum issues, trauma, eating disorders, unhealthy body and food relationship, and communication issues and high conflict. I'm also a certified Brainspotting therapist.
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Your feelings are real and impact your overall health and functioning. Often our greatest hurts arise from the way others have treated us. While it can feel overwhelming to clean up the emotional mess someone else has caused in your life, your body wants to heal and you can reclaim your health and wellness. I specialize in treating trauma and am dedicated to helping others heal from the experiences that often prevent people from achieving the sort of happiness they seek.
Your feelings are real and impact your overall health and functioning. Often our greatest hurts arise from the way others have treated us. While it can feel overwhelming to clean up the emotional mess someone else has caused in your life, your body wants to heal and you can reclaim your health and wellness. I specialize in treating trauma and am dedicated to helping others heal from the experiences that often prevent people from achieving the sort of happiness they seek.
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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?
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?
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.