Trauma Focused Therapists in Damascus, OR
Beth Wiseman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC II
Verified Verified
Damascus, OR 97089 (Online Only)
Telehealth only. I am a holistic trauma therapist. I utilize Ego State work, Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, and other approaches, with EMDR to address traumas big and small. I help people understand how their health and mental health are connected from a holistic and naturopathic lens. I myself have healed from several chronic and autoimmune conditions that came with mental health symptoms. This journey shaped my perspective as a therapist.
Telehealth only. I am a holistic trauma therapist. I utilize Ego State work, Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, and other approaches, with EMDR to address traumas big and small. I help people understand how their health and mental health are connected from a holistic and naturopathic lens. I myself have healed from several chronic and autoimmune conditions that came with mental health symptoms. This journey shaped my perspective as a therapist.
Juliette R Pierce
Occupational Therapist, OTR/L, MOT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Damascus, OR 97089
I would love to partner with community kids and families to help support their family from a holistic lens. I care about children's overall development as well as the entire family's quality of life. Parents are often stretched out thin and deserve a community to help support their unique family needs. Research shows that caregivers of children with special needs experience greater stress levels than caregivers of typically developing children. Caregivers deserve community support from an experienced therapist. We can set goals together to promote the goals that are important to your family.
I would love to partner with community kids and families to help support their family from a holistic lens. I care about children's overall development as well as the entire family's quality of life. Parents are often stretched out thin and deserve a community to help support their unique family needs. Research shows that caregivers of children with special needs experience greater stress levels than caregivers of typically developing children. Caregivers deserve community support from an experienced therapist. We can set goals together to promote the goals that are important to your family.
My counseling philosophy is that all people need to feel safe, seen, heard and respected in order to truly heal. I come from a social justice centered approach and employ frameworks such as emotion focused therapy, narrative therapy, somatic work, and inner child work. I want to empower my clients to connect to themselves, love themselves and find joy in their lives. I enjoy working with issues such as identity development, transitional life changes, relationship issues including polyamory and other nontraditional styles, career and work issues, anxiety, ADHD, trauma and many more topics. I work with adults and teens ages 10+
My counseling philosophy is that all people need to feel safe, seen, heard and respected in order to truly heal. I come from a social justice centered approach and employ frameworks such as emotion focused therapy, narrative therapy, somatic work, and inner child work. I want to empower my clients to connect to themselves, love themselves and find joy in their lives. I enjoy working with issues such as identity development, transitional life changes, relationship issues including polyamory and other nontraditional styles, career and work issues, anxiety, ADHD, trauma and many more topics. I work with adults and teens ages 10+
Leah Chambers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Damascus, OR 97015
Waitlist for new clients
Now accepting new clients! Clients often come to me for support with relieving symptoms associated with trauma, attachment injuries, interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and low self-esteem. Right now you might feel stuck, directionless, without the skills you need to succeed, or find yourself in unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you have experienced a crushing loss. You're here because you desire to experience that you are strong, capable and worthy - to overcome, move forward, and be resilient. Life can be messy, hard, painful. I enjoy helping clients build skills for relief and developing resilience.
Now accepting new clients! Clients often come to me for support with relieving symptoms associated with trauma, attachment injuries, interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and low self-esteem. Right now you might feel stuck, directionless, without the skills you need to succeed, or find yourself in unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you have experienced a crushing loss. You're here because you desire to experience that you are strong, capable and worthy - to overcome, move forward, and be resilient. Life can be messy, hard, painful. I enjoy helping clients build skills for relief and developing resilience.
Dawn Forrester
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Damascus, OR 97015 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing a life transition (divorce, empty nest, menopause, retirement)? Feeling stagnant in life? Do you believe there is something more for you ‘out there?' Major life transitions can feel challenging! Times of change can be disorienting and scary. If you are in the midst of change, you may question whether or not you can successfully navigate the changes you are facing. Depending on your situation, you may feel helpless, hopeless, sad, and/or angry. But there is hope, you are resilient, you can do this! I whole-heartedly believe that we all have the power within us to create positive change and transformation.
Are you experiencing a life transition (divorce, empty nest, menopause, retirement)? Feeling stagnant in life? Do you believe there is something more for you ‘out there?' Major life transitions can feel challenging! Times of change can be disorienting and scary. If you are in the midst of change, you may question whether or not you can successfully navigate the changes you are facing. Depending on your situation, you may feel helpless, hopeless, sad, and/or angry. But there is hope, you are resilient, you can do this! I whole-heartedly believe that we all have the power within us to create positive change and transformation.
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Ileana Villeda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clackamas, OR 97015
Not accepting new clients
I have a holistic approach that operates with framework gathered from Somatic and Attachment Focused Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing, Family Systems Theory, Choice Theory, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As a Bi-lingual/Bi-cultural Latina clinician I am passionate about working with BIPOC individuals and families that have been severely impacted by trauma and those that do not have the means or access to traditional health care. My desire is to work with a multicultural population that is looking to break free from the chains of cultural tradition and stigma associated to mental health. Taking a closer look at the mind, body and spirit allows me the opportunity to work from a holistic perspective and focus on the patient within it's environment as a whole.
I have a holistic approach that operates with framework gathered from Somatic and Attachment Focused Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing, Family Systems Theory, Choice Theory, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As a Bi-lingual/Bi-cultural Latina clinician I am passionate about working with BIPOC individuals and families that have been severely impacted by trauma and those that do not have the means or access to traditional health care. My desire is to work with a multicultural population that is looking to break free from the chains of cultural tradition and stigma associated to mental health. Taking a closer look at the mind, body and spirit allows me the opportunity to work from a holistic perspective and focus on the patient within it's environment as a whole.
Veronica L Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
I incorporate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), somatic experiencing, trauma focused CBT, and other modalities while paying particular attention to the ways in which our intersecting experiences (gender, sexuality, ethnic heritage, socioeconomic status, etc.
Therapy is different for everyone but regardless of circumstance, I offer an empathetic and collaborative experience; together we will diligently work toward your own specific goals, needs, and healing. Most of my clients are looking to improve the health of their relationships, learn how to properly set boundaries, address a trauma history that is negatively affecting their daily life, or more generally address symptoms of anxiety and depression as a whole.
I incorporate aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), somatic experiencing, trauma focused CBT, and other modalities while paying particular attention to the ways in which our intersecting experiences (gender, sexuality, ethnic heritage, socioeconomic status, etc.
Therapy is different for everyone but regardless of circumstance, I offer an empathetic and collaborative experience; together we will diligently work toward your own specific goals, needs, and healing. Most of my clients are looking to improve the health of their relationships, learn how to properly set boundaries, address a trauma history that is negatively affecting their daily life, or more generally address symptoms of anxiety and depression as a whole.
My primary modalities in therapy include Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), play therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, Trauma Focused/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT + CBT), behavioral therapy, family therapy and art therapy.
I work with children (0-18) and families who are trying to navigate the unexpected and hard to discuss challenges that life throws at you. My treatment approach focuses on helping children better understand their experiences, current circumstances, and what is to come while also nurturing their attachment relationship(s) to their caregiver(s). Through this relational process we will work together collaboratively to identify areas for growth and gain tools necessary for success. My specialties include working with families impacted by intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief.
My primary modalities in therapy include Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), play therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, Trauma Focused/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT + CBT), behavioral therapy, family therapy and art therapy.
I work with children (0-18) and families who are trying to navigate the unexpected and hard to discuss challenges that life throws at you. My treatment approach focuses on helping children better understand their experiences, current circumstances, and what is to come while also nurturing their attachment relationship(s) to their caregiver(s). Through this relational process we will work together collaboratively to identify areas for growth and gain tools necessary for success. My specialties include working with families impacted by intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief.
Lashanda McGowan (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSWA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
IFS, Trauma Focused, Narrative, and Sensorimotor are all evidence based approaches I find to be effective with the diverse groups of people I see.
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
IFS, Trauma Focused, Narrative, and Sensorimotor are all evidence based approaches I find to be effective with the diverse groups of people I see.
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
Molly McDavitt Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LAT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97206
I have training and expertise in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy and family systems.
PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT TAKING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN MY GROUPS LISTED BELOW. I am a Licensed Art Therapist (LAT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) offering individual, group, and family art therapy and counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and love to work creatively with people to address issues in a new and different way. I am trained in both art therapy and general counseling so I can use any combination depending on your preference and what will best fit your needs.
I have training and expertise in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy and family systems.
PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT TAKING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN MY GROUPS LISTED BELOW. I am a Licensed Art Therapist (LAT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) offering individual, group, and family art therapy and counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and love to work creatively with people to address issues in a new and different way. I am trained in both art therapy and general counseling so I can use any combination depending on your preference and what will best fit your needs.
Anne Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and trauma related disorders, using a variety of effective, evidence based modalities including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, REBT, Mind Body Bridging, Trauma Focused Therapy, EMDR and ACT.
As a supportive therapist I am dedicated to helping people achieve their goals, enabling them to make important changes in their lives to improve their relationships, reduce anxiety, stress and depression. I offer a diverse approach to therapy to meet the needs of each individual, couple or family I work with and am committed to providing the essential support, compassion and empathy that they need to restore their sense of self and improve personal happiness, self esteem and self confidence.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and trauma related disorders, using a variety of effective, evidence based modalities including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, REBT, Mind Body Bridging, Trauma Focused Therapy, EMDR and ACT.
As a supportive therapist I am dedicated to helping people achieve their goals, enabling them to make important changes in their lives to improve their relationships, reduce anxiety, stress and depression. I offer a diverse approach to therapy to meet the needs of each individual, couple or family I work with and am committed to providing the essential support, compassion and empathy that they need to restore their sense of self and improve personal happiness, self esteem and self confidence.
Chris Chaplin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97206 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You may be grieving a loss, struggling to move forward, or caught in a seemingly intractable conflict within yourself or with others in your life. You may feel stuck in place, trapped in old habits, or merely surviving when you want to thrive. Whether your concerns are big-picture or small, I believe in the power of connecting deeply and authentically with others to bring about the truest expression of ourselves. I've found success guiding others with this relationship-based, trauma-focused approach, and I'm confident that together we can bring into being your most authentic self.
You may be grieving a loss, struggling to move forward, or caught in a seemingly intractable conflict within yourself or with others in your life. You may feel stuck in place, trapped in old habits, or merely surviving when you want to thrive. Whether your concerns are big-picture or small, I believe in the power of connecting deeply and authentically with others to bring about the truest expression of ourselves. I've found success guiding others with this relationship-based, trauma-focused approach, and I'm confident that together we can bring into being your most authentic self.
Mike Mihalas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202
Do you want to understand yourself better and get to the root of your issues? Working together we will explore your unconscious psyche, find new skills and adaptive ways to cope, and make sense of your internal world and the world around you. My therapeutic approach is individualized for each new client and pulls from my extensive training in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Do you want to understand yourself better and get to the root of your issues? Working together we will explore your unconscious psyche, find new skills and adaptive ways to cope, and make sense of your internal world and the world around you. My therapeutic approach is individualized for each new client and pulls from my extensive training in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Aubrey Harrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Not accepting new clients
My waitlist is currently closed. The idea of starting therapy can be intimidating. As a society, we have been conditioned to believe that therapy is only for those who have “something wrong” with them. For many, that belief can lead to carrying feelings of shame, low self-worth, and frustration that they can’t move past it. As a therapist, it is my goal to help you understand that there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. Rather, it is my hope that together, we can shift from asking “what’s wrong with me?” to “what happened to me?”
My waitlist is currently closed. The idea of starting therapy can be intimidating. As a society, we have been conditioned to believe that therapy is only for those who have “something wrong” with them. For many, that belief can lead to carrying feelings of shame, low self-worth, and frustration that they can’t move past it. As a therapist, it is my goal to help you understand that there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. Rather, it is my hope that together, we can shift from asking “what’s wrong with me?” to “what happened to me?”
Steven Ruiz Bettencourt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CHT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
NW Creative Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Not accepting new clients
****PRACTICE FULL****Talking helps! I am a skilled and caring therapist, and work to help others navigate hardship, find ease, and nurture inner wisdom. My work is strongly founded in establishing a safe and secure therapeutic relationship. I provide non-judgmental support for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity concerns, PTSD/trauma, mood disorders, and chronic illnesses.
****PRACTICE FULL****Talking helps! I am a skilled and caring therapist, and work to help others navigate hardship, find ease, and nurture inner wisdom. My work is strongly founded in establishing a safe and secure therapeutic relationship. I provide non-judgmental support for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity concerns, PTSD/trauma, mood disorders, and chronic illnesses.
As a trauma therapist, I specialize in working with adults who suffer from the symptoms of traumatic stress or post traumatic stress disorder. The symptoms of trauma often include, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, nightmares and flashbacks, lack of concentration, ADD, binge eating and negative body image. All of these symptoms may be a result of unprocessed trauma that has become stuck in the mind and the body. There is a tremendous amount of promise in mental health healing available through trauma treatment.
As a trauma therapist, I specialize in working with adults who suffer from the symptoms of traumatic stress or post traumatic stress disorder. The symptoms of trauma often include, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, nightmares and flashbacks, lack of concentration, ADD, binge eating and negative body image. All of these symptoms may be a result of unprocessed trauma that has become stuck in the mind and the body. There is a tremendous amount of promise in mental health healing available through trauma treatment.
Monica Dils
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clackamas, OR 97015
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working jointly with children and families who have difficulties in their relationships and development, including those who have lived through traumatic events and experienced foster care and adoption. I believe all children and families have inherent strengths and the ability, with help, to make positive changes in their relationships. I can help parents understand their child’s behavior and developmental needs, enhance trust, and build secure attachments within the family. I want families to learn new skills, increase resilience, overcome obstacles, and thrive.
I enjoy working jointly with children and families who have difficulties in their relationships and development, including those who have lived through traumatic events and experienced foster care and adoption. I believe all children and families have inherent strengths and the ability, with help, to make positive changes in their relationships. I can help parents understand their child’s behavior and developmental needs, enhance trust, and build secure attachments within the family. I want families to learn new skills, increase resilience, overcome obstacles, and thrive.
Teal Bohrer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CADCIII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222 (Online Only)
Hello! My name's Dr. Bohrer and I'm a psychologist, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC level III) I began working in the field of psychology in 2007, so there's not much I haven't seen or heard. I believe therapy should be a place where you're free to share whatever you want but not forced to disclose anything until you're comfortable doing so. Therapy doesn't have to be serious and heavy all the time. I have a fairly direct communication style but also invite humor into the session regularly.
Hello! My name's Dr. Bohrer and I'm a psychologist, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC level III) I began working in the field of psychology in 2007, so there's not much I haven't seen or heard. I believe therapy should be a place where you're free to share whatever you want but not forced to disclose anything until you're comfortable doing so. Therapy doesn't have to be serious and heavy all the time. I have a fairly direct communication style but also invite humor into the session regularly.
Are you struggling? Experienced Trauma? Wondering why this is still happening? Maybe I can help! With the belief that every person enters therapy with strengths, we will work together to build upon that foundation and learn about strengths that you might not be aware of just yet. I understand how difficult it is to feel comfortable with a new therapist while discussing past traumatic experiences, so I place a lot of importance in building up a rapport and therapeutic alliance.
Are you struggling? Experienced Trauma? Wondering why this is still happening? Maybe I can help! With the belief that every person enters therapy with strengths, we will work together to build upon that foundation and learn about strengths that you might not be aware of just yet. I understand how difficult it is to feel comfortable with a new therapist while discussing past traumatic experiences, so I place a lot of importance in building up a rapport and therapeutic alliance.
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