Sexual Abuse Therapists in Eugene, OR

My clients seek me out for many different reasons, including (but not limited to) mood, anxiety, and stress disorders; adjustment difficulties; and relationship and family-of-origin concerns. Sometimes, they just know they're stuck or lost and need help. I use evidence-based approaches (i.e., what we know to be effective with certain concerns) to help clients gain awareness of the interactions between their thoughts, feelings, and behavior; recognize the influences that have shaped these patterns; and develop the knowledge and skills to respond, rather than react, to them.

My work with clients is flexible and tailored to your needs. Some folks appreciate concrete coping, relaxation, non-violent communication, or parenting tools. Others seek support in finding their calling, maximizing relationships, understanding family of origin patterns and cycles, better understanding their thoughts, emotions, or choices, or uncovering and integrating central parts of the self. From simple study habits to finding your true path, I hope to find ways to connect, heal, and integrate.

Caring for your mental health with kind, compassionate, science backed therapy. "Resilience doesn't come from difficulty, it comes from being cared for during difficulty" -Anna Skates. Life can be extrodinarily difficult, but, healing is always possible. Over 20 years of experience and training helping people heal from trauma, loss, pain and illness, anxiety, and stress to survive, heal, and thrive. You can create the life you want to live.

Please contact me to join waitlist. I am a Couples & Family Therapist at Alive Holistic Counseling, supporting individual and relational clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, communication and relationship challenges, codependency, grief, identity exploration, and changes. The therapy process is as unique as the individual and I collaboratively work in helping you achieve the change you want to see. I take a holistic, systemic approach using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and EMDR to understand each client and their context to create a supportive and empowering space to explore together.

All of us face experiences in our lives where we can benefit from the support and connection that therapy provides. Scientific evidence demonstrates that a strong and consistent therapeutic relationship is restorative, healing and emotionally regulating. As a therapist, I believe in connecting with clients, human-to-human, and I regularly feel a deep sense of understanding for those with whom I work. There is so much noise around us that it is often difficult for us to hear our own truth. I offer a compassionate, heart-centered space to help you to deeply trust your own inner strength and core values.

I am acutely aware of how many people are suffering deeply now – people who are strong, intelligent, and creative, and yet find themselves struggling within their lives and disbelieving in themselves. Many of our psychological and emotional problems have been worsened over time by systemic and political practices, policies and institutions which also affect us spiritually. Because these systems aren’t self-aware, they don’t change quickly, and since they are part of the cause of our problems, they can’t help us heal. I listen to understand how to heal.

I am deeply passionate about what I do with children and their families. It's a privilege to sit in a room or play with another human being and have them share with you their suffering, their joy, their anger, their confusion, their sorrow, and their successes. I strongly believe that mental health is essential to a person’s well-being, a healthy family, interpersonal relationships, and the ability and possibility to live a full and productive life.

Current Openings! I use a client centered approach, which means you will be in the driver's seat regarding the areas of your life that you want to discuss, and I will be your co-pilot, helping to navigate the terrain and offering you tools and wisdom along the way. My counseling approach is collaborative, genuine, and relational. I approach counseling with an unconditional positive regard for my clients. My clients would describe my style as down to earth and relatable. I strive to create an atmosphere that is safe and free of judgement so that you feel comfortable discussing difficult topics.

Life can be messy, overwhelming, stressful; and reaching out for help can be hard. We are here to lend a compassionate and empathic ear in a safe and comfortable environment, to help clients grow and develop into the best possible version of themselves. We have worked with clients of all ages and from many walks of life, helping them to find peace and growth. Our clinicians are skilled in working with a diverse population and strive to help clients obtain peace and confidence.

If you notice you feel “stuck” changing negative thoughts, find you want to improve your relationships, or recognize that a traumatic history is impacting your life today, you don’t need to navigate these experiences alone. I also hold a special place for new parents doing their best to maintain balance and adjusting to their new role.

My clinical work is best described as integrative. Built upon a foundation of cultural humility, I draw from interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches,. I am an active therapist who works collaboratively with clients to set goals; identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to clients' struggles; identify and practice new ways of dealing with concerns; and assess progress being made.

Join me in a collaborative & powerful exploration of your inner world! I'm honored to have held space for clients since 1998. Offering an authentic invitation to self-inquiry stems from my belief in the unlimited potential for growth & healing within us all. I view health & wellbeing holistically & recognize the coexistence of personal uniqueness and a transpersonal element that is beyond our individual self yet part of us and connecting us All. I believe in the power of reconnecting with Nature as a means to heal. Depending on the individual client, I utilize different methods & techniques drawn from different theories to

My goal is for my clients to describe me as fully present, warm, trustworthy, and welcoming of their entire selves. It is important for me to bring authenticity, compassion, and directness to my therapy relationships. I will work with you to develop a holistic understanding of yourself, your identities, your relationships, and your daily contexts to best understand and resolve the concerns you bring to therapy. I strive to provide safe and affirming therapy to individuals from all backgrounds and encourage dialogue on identity in therapy.

“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it." - Brene Brown. If you are looking to begin the courageous process of counseling, you are ready to stop running. My purpose is to help you identify what keeps you stuck and assist in discovering the strengths you already possess, as well as create new coping behaviors to overcome challenges. I will be a compassionate and collaborative partner in your healing, yet I will be direct with you. Let's find out who you are meant to be in this world!

My passion is supporting all new mothers and mothers-to-be as they navigate the journey of motherhood. While there's a wealth of information on pregnancy and prenatal care, there's very little out there to support mothers, babies, and families during the postpartum phase.

As your therapist, I want to help you learn how to identify and achieve your goals in life.Unfortunately, many of us have been told that we are “a problem," and this can impact our beliefs around what we think we deserve. Oftentimes, these things do not serve our greater good but someone else's and to our detriment.I enjoy working with clients to disband these harmful beliefs, so that we may no longer see ourselves in this way but instead those beliefs and oppressive systems as the problem.By doing this, you can re-write your life story so that you can set yourself up for success in meeting your goals and rebuilding your self-worth.

I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of health. I employ an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused aspects. I strive to develop mutual trust & understanding with patients by meeting patients where they are, collaborating towards goals, & supporting patients throughout their growth process. I find it helpful to also incorporate my activities of interest into my work. I enjoy crafts, dancing, exploring nature, and finding support in the people around me.

7/24 Accepting clients with Trillium OHP and PacificSource commerciaI. I provide counseling to couples and individuals to effectively address the troubles they are having in their relationships and personal lives. Areas of significant experience counseling people include; relationships, interpersonal growth (assertiveness and providing understanding) decision making, intimacy, anxiety, and life transitions. I provide an individually tailored and collaborative approach unique to each person. In doing so, I draw from an array of counseling theories and techniques to incorporate what is effective and embraced by each individual.

That feeling you get when you can’t remember the last time you felt an intimate connection with your partner; it’s deep and it’s painful. Lying in bed, crying yourself to sleep as quietly as you can just hoping your partner reaches their hand out to hold you. You’re stuck swimming in your head about how this happened, and constantly trying to figure out if it’s you or if it’s them. Either way, it’s terrifying to think you may never feel that kind of connection again, no matter how or why. All you know for sure is you so desperately want it to change.