Therapists in Grants Pass, OR

Therapy can be a bridge to get you from where you are to where you want to be. Help is on the way! Let's work together to assist you or your child to develop awareness of feelings and thoughts and learn how to manage and cope as well as thrive. I meet you where you are. If you are feeling anxiety, depression, or having issues related to trauma exposure we can work together on your journey to wellness and improved mental health. I treat clients from age five through adolescence into adulthood. Special areas of interest include self esteem, self expression, self compassion and acceptance as well as managing life transitions.

I am glad you found my page. I am a licensed therapist in Southern Oregon, providing in-person and telehealth sessions. I have over 13 years of experience utilizing mindfulness-based practices and Art Therapy, along with traditional counseling services (primarily CBT), for individuals ages 11+. I obtained a Bachelor of Science at Southern Oregon University and a Master of Arts from Naropa University in Boulder, CO. Naropa is known for their contemplative-based (Buddhist inspired) education model.

I am passionate about being there for others helping them discover their strengths, build their resilience and increase their joy. My approach is client-centered and focuses on empathy, compassion, and being there for others so they feel truly seen. My hope is to meet clients where they are in each moment and help them find their inner strength to be their truest self. I am a wife, mother, and survivor of infertility that can relate to the struggles and joys of parenting and navigating relationships. I love to support parents, children, women and couples as they try to find their way during challenging times.

I believe that within each individual is the possibility for an optimum life complete with health, balance and well-being. I utilize a varied approach with a strong influence from cognitive-behavioral influences. Imagine a life free from trauma, anxiety, guilt and worry. Imagine a life of emotional freedom. It can be yours. My services are designed to assist you gain mastery over depression, anxiety, stress and doubt through learning how to listen to your inner wisdom and tap into your inner strengths.

We are currently accepting new clients. We promise to return all calls and emails, and if FourEight isn't the right fit for your needs, we help you identify a care approach that does, free of charge. We strive to be your partner on the path to wellness!

I combine somatic awareness, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and a creative approach to trauma healing which allows for deep embodied change. I am passionate about offering integrative techniques that will illuminate the deeper underpinnings of the issues that you struggle with. I bring a soft, yet powerful, presence to my work, focusing on the relational container of therapy and offering attunement from my system to yours. Together, side by side, we will uncover ways to move toward your goals while maintaining a specific focus on returning to the Self. Without meeting you, I already believe in you and the changes you want to make!

Individuals and families, regardless of current challenges, if open to collaborate, introspect, and apply changes, clients will develop into a better version of their self.

I earned my Master's degree from a holistically oriented clinical mental health counseling program at Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts - one of the most comprehensive programs of its kind. Since earning my degree I have provided counseling across a variety of settings including non-profit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, hospitals, employee assistance and now in private practice. Locally here in the Rogue Valley I have worked for both Asante and Jackson County Mental Health. At the latter location I trained the RN staff in counseling skills and fellow counselors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Therapy is an invitation to explore life experiences in a safe and supportive environment; an opportunity to gain insight into what drives your thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. My goal is to help clients liberate stuck consciousness and help them re-member their true selves. I provide a neutral ground to clients and my primary focus is working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression and impacts of trauma. I see my clients as the expert in their own lives and therapy as a chance to reconnect with their inner resources, and what gives them purpose and meaning.

My approach to counseling begins with developing a relationship with clients so I can understand what has brought them to therapy. To look at situations within the larger context of our lives--past and present, family and friends, and the beliefs and attitudes that shape personal experience. Healing happens on many levels, often looking very different from one person to the next, and it can take time to build a relationship and establish enough trust to bring someone new into our life. This is something that can't be rushed.

Life, at times, is chaotic and absurd. So often we carry burdens born out of stress, heartache, frustration, sadness, anger, and confusion. Often we find ourselves in a place where things need sorting out--a safe place to discover clarity. I love working with individuals to build on what is working for them as a person. Understanding your interests, how you see yourself, the world, and other people who have a place in your life. Let's find the barriers that keep you from greater insight. This is vital to your growth as an individual. I would be honored to participate with you in finding your path to peace, success, and joy.

I believe we each have a special part to play in the dance of life and that sometimes we need to put to rest old patterns or fears so we can respond to life in the most authentic way possible. If you find yourself stuck in limiting relational patterns, disconnected from yourself, depressed, anxious, fearful, confused, angry or in chronic physical pain, I can offer my 27 years of clinical experience, the safe space and carefully facilitated, deep, mindful, body-based exploration that will help you find your way home and engaging with your world more authentically and effectively.

Have you experienced a loss that has deeply impacted your life and functioning? Have you or a loved one received a difficult diagnosis? Are you looking for tools and coping strategies to assist you in taking an active role in your grieving process? I provide compassionate and practical support as you navigate the challenges and transitions of life. I specialize in grief, bereavement, and life transitions. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and elderly populations in both individual and group settings.

Are you looking for a therapist specialized in trauma-informed therapy with a solution-focused approach, no need to search any further. I prioritize building long-term healthy relationships with my clients, helping them navigate difficult experiences and develop resilience. Additionally, I am a certified clinician for ADHD and employ strength-based interventions to help individuals thrive to their optimum capacity. Experienced in working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, and grief, I focus on not just suppressing symptoms, but on facilitating freedom, resilience, and personal growth.