Female Therapists in Cornelius, OR
Christina Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Cornelius, OR 97113 (Online Only)
My professional counseling work in the behavioral and mental health field has been a learning and practice journey. After I completed my A.A. in 2008 in Criminal Justice, I continued to complete my B.S. in 2010 and my M.S. in 2011 in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. During that process, I provided services for a variety of populations. Feeling that I wanted more training, I earned another M.S. in Mental Health Counseling in 2017 from Capella University while also making the President’s List. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and a registered out-of-state telehealth provider for Florida.
My professional counseling work in the behavioral and mental health field has been a learning and practice journey. After I completed my A.A. in 2008 in Criminal Justice, I continued to complete my B.S. in 2010 and my M.S. in 2011 in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. During that process, I provided services for a variety of populations. Feeling that I wanted more training, I earned another M.S. in Mental Health Counseling in 2017 from Capella University while also making the President’s List. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and a registered out-of-state telehealth provider for Florida.
Michelle holds a master’s degree in social work and is also a Certified Alcohol/ Drug Counselor, level III. She has advanced courses in human development, group dynamics, marriage counseling theories, research methodology, professional orientation and ethics, social and cultural foundations, career counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, counseling and interviewing skills and clinical assessment. Michelle has a diverse experience providing mental health services through both direct clinical care, program management and clinical supervision and training.
Michelle holds a master’s degree in social work and is also a Certified Alcohol/ Drug Counselor, level III. She has advanced courses in human development, group dynamics, marriage counseling theories, research methodology, professional orientation and ethics, social and cultural foundations, career counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, counseling and interviewing skills and clinical assessment. Michelle has a diverse experience providing mental health services through both direct clinical care, program management and clinical supervision and training.
Master's Degree Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of San Francisco, Ca, 1993. Licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 1995 and in Oregon in 2020. Experience includes working as a Clinical Director, Supervisor and Adjunct Faculty for John F. Kennedy University and National University Systems from 1997 to 2018. I provided supervision for MFT Associates and Therapy to Individuals, Couples and Parents and their Adult children in a private practice setting.
Master's Degree Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of San Francisco, Ca, 1993. Licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 1995 and in Oregon in 2020. Experience includes working as a Clinical Director, Supervisor and Adjunct Faculty for John F. Kennedy University and National University Systems from 1997 to 2018. I provided supervision for MFT Associates and Therapy to Individuals, Couples and Parents and their Adult children in a private practice setting.
Angie believes in using cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client centered and motivational interviewing. She has experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low selfesteem, negative selftalk, grief and loss, life changing situations, and end of life concerns. In her spare time, Angie enjoys spending time with family, traveling, scrapbooking, and attending soccer games.
Angie believes in using cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client centered and motivational interviewing. She has experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low selfesteem, negative selftalk, grief and loss, life changing situations, and end of life concerns. In her spare time, Angie enjoys spending time with family, traveling, scrapbooking, and attending soccer games.
Jessica Powers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADC I
Verified Verified
Cornelius, OR 97113
Jessica has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has over seven years of clinical experience in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings. Services Offered Jessica provides mental health and addictions counseling, education, and relapse prevention planning to adult individuals. Theoretical Orientation Jessica provides mainly cognitivebehavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Her approach is humanistic, or personcentered, meaning that she interacts with each client with empathy, genuineness, and positive regard.
Jessica has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has over seven years of clinical experience in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings. Services Offered Jessica provides mental health and addictions counseling, education, and relapse prevention planning to adult individuals. Theoretical Orientation Jessica provides mainly cognitivebehavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Her approach is humanistic, or personcentered, meaning that she interacts with each client with empathy, genuineness, and positive regard.
Dr. Backstrand is a clinical psychologist licensed in both Oregon and Washington. She earned her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from George Fox University (GFU) in 2015, a Masters in Clinical Psychology from GFU in 2012, and a Bachelors of Arts In Psychology, with a minor in Spanish Language & Culture, from Oregon State University in 2010. She has worked as a clinician and evaluator in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private practice, schools, the forensic/court setting, and with law enforcement/public safety agencies.
Dr. Backstrand is a clinical psychologist licensed in both Oregon and Washington. She earned her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from George Fox University (GFU) in 2015, a Masters in Clinical Psychology from GFU in 2012, and a Bachelors of Arts In Psychology, with a minor in Spanish Language & Culture, from Oregon State University in 2010. She has worked as a clinician and evaluator in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private practice, schools, the forensic/court setting, and with law enforcement/public safety agencies.
Michelle Bilderbeck is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Oregon who has been practicing since 2022. She has a Masters in Counseling from Oregon State University. Michelle believes that all clients hold many of life’s answers within themselves. It’s a matter of how we get to those answers together. It’s an honor for Michelle to work alongside her clients to help unlock some of those. Strong emotions and behaviors that come with depression, anxiety, social discomforts, traumas, cultural barriers, and others can make it difficult to peel off those layers.
Michelle Bilderbeck is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Oregon who has been practicing since 2022. She has a Masters in Counseling from Oregon State University. Michelle believes that all clients hold many of life’s answers within themselves. It’s a matter of how we get to those answers together. It’s an honor for Michelle to work alongside her clients to help unlock some of those. Strong emotions and behaviors that come with depression, anxiety, social discomforts, traumas, cultural barriers, and others can make it difficult to peel off those layers.
Prior to receiving her master's degree, Aimee worked for 4 years at a domestic violence organization in Eugene, Oregon. She has been Lifestance, Health; formally Western Psychological and Counseling Services since 2013. Before coming to Lifestance, she worked for 6 years as a schoolbased family therapist for a nonprofit working in a middle school and high school in Washington County.
Prior to receiving her master's degree, Aimee worked for 4 years at a domestic violence organization in Eugene, Oregon. She has been Lifestance, Health; formally Western Psychological and Counseling Services since 2013. Before coming to Lifestance, she worked for 6 years as a schoolbased family therapist for a nonprofit working in a middle school and high school in Washington County.
Dr. Ildiko Suto obtained her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Pacific University, where upon graduation was honored with the Outstanding Graduate Award. She studied for her MA degree in Counseling Psychology at Lewis and Clark College. While working as a clinical specialist at CODA - an agency specialized on treating substance use - she was given the Executive Director's Award for Clinical Excellence. She conceptualizes client problems from a cognitive-behavioral orientation. She views beliefs, and to a lesser degree events or personal characteristics, as being at the core of emotional distress.
Dr. Ildiko Suto obtained her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Pacific University, where upon graduation was honored with the Outstanding Graduate Award. She studied for her MA degree in Counseling Psychology at Lewis and Clark College. While working as a clinical specialist at CODA - an agency specialized on treating substance use - she was given the Executive Director's Award for Clinical Excellence. She conceptualizes client problems from a cognitive-behavioral orientation. She views beliefs, and to a lesser degree events or personal characteristics, as being at the core of emotional distress.
Stephanie believes I believe everyone can reach an optimum state of being, and I have adopted an eclectic approach grounded in identity and behavioral health. Her main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, and trauma. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, and spending time outdoors.
Stephanie believes I believe everyone can reach an optimum state of being, and I have adopted an eclectic approach grounded in identity and behavioral health. Her main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, and trauma. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, and spending time outdoors.
Barbara believes that everyone has an inner wisdom and it is her job is to offer support, feedback and insight to help them find it. She feels the counseling process can help a person to become more strong, wise and integrated. Barbara utilizes an eclectic approach, combining personcentered (a belief that all people are inherently good), cognitivebehavioral (focusing on the thoughtsfeelings connection) and other counseling philosophies to support individuals in finding their way. She is grateful to have the opportunity to work with adults from all walks of life in addressing their healing, transformation and growth.
Barbara believes that everyone has an inner wisdom and it is her job is to offer support, feedback and insight to help them find it. She feels the counseling process can help a person to become more strong, wise and integrated. Barbara utilizes an eclectic approach, combining personcentered (a belief that all people are inherently good), cognitivebehavioral (focusing on the thoughtsfeelings connection) and other counseling philosophies to support individuals in finding their way. She is grateful to have the opportunity to work with adults from all walks of life in addressing their healing, transformation and growth.
Patricia McConnell is a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience. She received her Bachelor's Degree at Rutgers University and her Master of Social Work Degree at Portland State University. She studied for a year at the Institute for Multigenerational Therapy in Portland, OR and is a trained EMDR therapist. Patricia has worked in community mental health settings, medical clinics, university counseling, with veterans, and in residential treatment facilities. She has directed international child welfare programs in Ethiopia, Uganda and South Korea.
Patricia McConnell is a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience. She received her Bachelor's Degree at Rutgers University and her Master of Social Work Degree at Portland State University. She studied for a year at the Institute for Multigenerational Therapy in Portland, OR and is a trained EMDR therapist. Patricia has worked in community mental health settings, medical clinics, university counseling, with veterans, and in residential treatment facilities. She has directed international child welfare programs in Ethiopia, Uganda and South Korea.
Morgan completed a BA in Psychology at University of Hawaii at Manoa, an MS in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University, and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Clinician from George Fox University. She works from a collaborative, strength-focused perspective and believes that everyone does the best they can with what they have at the time. Primary theories include Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), systems, and attachment theories. Her main areas of focus include grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, and helping people find meaning in their lives.
Morgan completed a BA in Psychology at University of Hawaii at Manoa, an MS in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University, and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Clinician from George Fox University. She works from a collaborative, strength-focused perspective and believes that everyone does the best they can with what they have at the time. Primary theories include Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), systems, and attachment theories. Her main areas of focus include grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, and helping people find meaning in their lives.
Savannah believes the therapeutic relationship between psychologist and client is crucial for transformation, empowerment, and healing to take place. She seeks to continue a cycle of restoration by utilizing her empathy, culturally attuned and relationally oriented style to form authentic alliances with her clients. In her free time, Savannah enjoys going on walks with her dog, exploring new places, reading, running, playing the piano, hiking, gardening and watching comedies.
Savannah believes the therapeutic relationship between psychologist and client is crucial for transformation, empowerment, and healing to take place. She seeks to continue a cycle of restoration by utilizing her empathy, culturally attuned and relationally oriented style to form authentic alliances with her clients. In her free time, Savannah enjoys going on walks with her dog, exploring new places, reading, running, playing the piano, hiking, gardening and watching comedies.
Jessi received her Masters in Counseling from Missouri State University in 2007 and a license as a Professional School Counselor from Portland State University in 2013. Jessi has worked in the school setting for the last 5 years. Her clinical supervisor is Sharon Hatrak, LPC. Jessi aims to provide a holistic view in a safe, confidential, and creative space. She is clientcentered and incorporates expressive arts and cognitive behavioral techniques. Goals are set collaboratively and the method for reaching them is unique to each individual.
Jessi received her Masters in Counseling from Missouri State University in 2007 and a license as a Professional School Counselor from Portland State University in 2013. Jessi has worked in the school setting for the last 5 years. Her clinical supervisor is Sharon Hatrak, LPC. Jessi aims to provide a holistic view in a safe, confidential, and creative space. She is clientcentered and incorporates expressive arts and cognitive behavioral techniques. Goals are set collaboratively and the method for reaching them is unique to each individual.
Lynn has extensive experience with diverse populations, serving clients with psychological, medical, and psychosocial challenges. She utilizes many modalities including but not limited to CBT, DBT, MI, CPT, and has experience with individual, couples, families, and groups. Lynn’s specialty areas include grief and bereavement, Transgender care, HIV, and terminal care. Outside of work, Lynn enjoys reading, plants, and rescuing kittens and cats.
Lynn has extensive experience with diverse populations, serving clients with psychological, medical, and psychosocial challenges. She utilizes many modalities including but not limited to CBT, DBT, MI, CPT, and has experience with individual, couples, families, and groups. Lynn’s specialty areas include grief and bereavement, Transgender care, HIV, and terminal care. Outside of work, Lynn enjoys reading, plants, and rescuing kittens and cats.
Dale works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. He seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Dale believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, he partners with his clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Dale works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. He seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Dale believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, he partners with his clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Auzadeh Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Cornelius, OR 97113 (Online Only)
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All of us have bad days, days when we don't feel in control of our emotions or regret our actions. Oftentimes, we struggle to seek therapy because we're fearful of being judged or don't know what the process may entail. I'm a straight forward yet laid back therapist that strives to make a space where you can work on the problems you're facing. I primarily work on trauma, parenting, stressors, and transitions with adult clients. I am trained in numerous modalities including some cutting edge options like Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM). If you're seeking a straight forward provider who might cuss, give me a call.
All of us have bad days, days when we don't feel in control of our emotions or regret our actions. Oftentimes, we struggle to seek therapy because we're fearful of being judged or don't know what the process may entail. I'm a straight forward yet laid back therapist that strives to make a space where you can work on the problems you're facing. I primarily work on trauma, parenting, stressors, and transitions with adult clients. I am trained in numerous modalities including some cutting edge options like Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM). If you're seeking a straight forward provider who might cuss, give me a call.
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.
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.
It can be difficult to find quality care when you're struggling. Anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, anger, relationship issues, health problems and life transitions can be confusing, and I want to be the one to help you through it. I believe in evidence-based practice and working with the whole person to find balance again. If it feels like it has been a long time since you've been able to enjoy life, there is hope.
It can be difficult to find quality care when you're struggling. Anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, anger, relationship issues, health problems and life transitions can be confusing, and I want to be the one to help you through it. I believe in evidence-based practice and working with the whole person to find balance again. If it feels like it has been a long time since you've been able to enjoy life, there is hope.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.