Humanistic Therapists in Hillsboro, OR
Jennifer Morales-Agency Accepting New Patients!
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97006
I utilize a humanistic approach to therapy that is focused on building a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship to help clients achieve personal growth and positive change.
I am professional therapist licensed in Indiana and Oregon. I am able to provide therapy services to all ages. I value and respect individuality as an integral part of a one’s individual's sense of self and belonging in their world. Identity shapes perspectives, values, beliefs, and human experiences, significantly impacting social interactions and interpersonal dynamics. I provide a safe, accepting space for all with the ability to recognize and respect individual needs to promote healing and wellness.
I utilize a humanistic approach to therapy that is focused on building a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship to help clients achieve personal growth and positive change.
I am professional therapist licensed in Indiana and Oregon. I am able to provide therapy services to all ages. I value and respect individuality as an integral part of a one’s individual's sense of self and belonging in their world. Identity shapes perspectives, values, beliefs, and human experiences, significantly impacting social interactions and interpersonal dynamics. I provide a safe, accepting space for all with the ability to recognize and respect individual needs to promote healing and wellness.
Elizabeth Leah Downs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Seeking therapy is an act of courage when your life is not working, when you are feeling overwhelming emotions, or are ready to grow. With over 35 years of experience, I work skillfully with adults, children, families & couples. I am here to compassionately facilitate your learning to live your life with emotional freedom, purpose, creativity, passion & joy! Get in touch with the strength & beauty of your Inner Self & develop more satisfying relationships. Examine your thinking & beliefs & develop mindfulness, transforming your moods & your life. I use a gentle therapeutic style which is an eclectic, psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal & holistic wellness approach.
Seeking therapy is an act of courage when your life is not working, when you are feeling overwhelming emotions, or are ready to grow. With over 35 years of experience, I work skillfully with adults, children, families & couples. I am here to compassionately facilitate your learning to live your life with emotional freedom, purpose, creativity, passion & joy! Get in touch with the strength & beauty of your Inner Self & develop more satisfying relationships. Examine your thinking & beliefs & develop mindfulness, transforming your moods & your life. I use a gentle therapeutic style which is an eclectic, psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal & holistic wellness approach.
Humanistic approaches allow providers to view their clients holistically to meet their unique needs better.
Therapy is a space meant to be collaborative. Throughout your commitment to the therapeutic process, I'll invite you to take on the role of “co-expert." My focus is meeting you however, you are showing up and making sure you feel empowered and informed with your experiences. By living meaningfully in the present you can learn to break free from past experiences, trauma, and concerns for the future. Living with intention encourages you to act with purpose and passion for your benefit and the benefit of society.
Humanistic approaches allow providers to view their clients holistically to meet their unique needs better.
Therapy is a space meant to be collaborative. Throughout your commitment to the therapeutic process, I'll invite you to take on the role of “co-expert." My focus is meeting you however, you are showing up and making sure you feel empowered and informed with your experiences. By living meaningfully in the present you can learn to break free from past experiences, trauma, and concerns for the future. Living with intention encourages you to act with purpose and passion for your benefit and the benefit of society.
As your therapist I combine my training in existential- humanistic orientations with cognitive-behavioral and emotionally-focused approaches.
Recruiting for Group and Therapy Intensives/Workshops! Therapy for the Apocalypse: specializing in anxieties, existential overwhelm, improving relationships and boundaries, and exploration of identities. I prioritize Queer/TGNC individuals and those impacted by systemic racism, misogyny, and socio-political issues. I work with people who consider themselves perfectionists, overthinkers, people-pleasers; loners, weirdos; people told they are "too difficult," "too sensitive," "too much;" those who want to connect with others but feel unable to due to past hurt or current negative narratives about themselves.
As your therapist I combine my training in existential- humanistic orientations with cognitive-behavioral and emotionally-focused approaches.
Recruiting for Group and Therapy Intensives/Workshops! Therapy for the Apocalypse: specializing in anxieties, existential overwhelm, improving relationships and boundaries, and exploration of identities. I prioritize Queer/TGNC individuals and those impacted by systemic racism, misogyny, and socio-political issues. I work with people who consider themselves perfectionists, overthinkers, people-pleasers; loners, weirdos; people told they are "too difficult," "too sensitive," "too much;" those who want to connect with others but feel unable to due to past hurt or current negative narratives about themselves.
I utilize EMDR, humanistic, narrative, CBT, emotion-focused, existential, and psychodynamic therapies to help clients with challenges.
I have immediate availability! Focusing on the individualized needs of each person, I strive to provide a safe environment where clients feel validated and able to express themselves freely. I value building an empathic, genuine, and positive relationship with my clients. This unique dynamic can assist clients to feel more fulfilled and successful in their mental health journey. I use a collaborative approach and a variety of techniques to help us find direction for the therapeutic process. If you are interested in the why to your life, then you've come to the right place. I thoroughly enjoy digging into what "makes us tick".
I utilize EMDR, humanistic, narrative, CBT, emotion-focused, existential, and psychodynamic therapies to help clients with challenges.
I have immediate availability! Focusing on the individualized needs of each person, I strive to provide a safe environment where clients feel validated and able to express themselves freely. I value building an empathic, genuine, and positive relationship with my clients. This unique dynamic can assist clients to feel more fulfilled and successful in their mental health journey. I use a collaborative approach and a variety of techniques to help us find direction for the therapeutic process. If you are interested in the why to your life, then you've come to the right place. I thoroughly enjoy digging into what "makes us tick".
How on earth are you supposed to choose something as important as a therapist from a two-dimensional blurb on the internet? Because it's impossible to really get a sense of who someone is from a listing, I invite you to reach out via phone, text or email, or you can visit my website & watch a short video of me & get a sense for my energy & style. Change doesn't have to take years of sessions, but it does take reaching out to get effective help, and I'd love the chance to be of assistance. These are some crazy times! COVID19 is scary, & the stress can load up on top of existing life issues, making everything feel so overwhelming.
How on earth are you supposed to choose something as important as a therapist from a two-dimensional blurb on the internet? Because it's impossible to really get a sense of who someone is from a listing, I invite you to reach out via phone, text or email, or you can visit my website & watch a short video of me & get a sense for my energy & style. Change doesn't have to take years of sessions, but it does take reaching out to get effective help, and I'd love the chance to be of assistance. These are some crazy times! COVID19 is scary, & the stress can load up on top of existing life issues, making everything feel so overwhelming.
Wendy Riggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97006 (Online Only)
Life is just getting too hard. The nightmares, the memories, the sleepless nights, the triggers, what do I do with it all? Will it always be this way for me? Trauma, CPTSD, and PTSD can feel overwhelming, frustrating and isolating. It's possible nobody around you understands, or they are telling you that you should "get over it", or that you should have been able to move on by now, and you want to. You want to be able to connect with people again, to feel safe in your environment and in your body. You want to feel better, and you want to thrive.
Life is just getting too hard. The nightmares, the memories, the sleepless nights, the triggers, what do I do with it all? Will it always be this way for me? Trauma, CPTSD, and PTSD can feel overwhelming, frustrating and isolating. It's possible nobody around you understands, or they are telling you that you should "get over it", or that you should have been able to move on by now, and you want to. You want to be able to connect with people again, to feel safe in your environment and in your body. You want to feel better, and you want to thrive.
Elizabeth Glover Monday -Tuesday Sessions Available
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Monday and Tuesday mid day sessions currently available! I offer talk therapy services to adults (25+) from all cultures, genders, religions, sexual, and economic backgrounds. I am an independent practitioner at the Firefly Institute in Hillsboro, Oregon. Clients experiencing emotional distress due to life transitions, past trauma, codependency and those in helping positions (medical, teaching, mental health, etc) with compassion fatigue/vicarious trauma are who I most often work with.
Monday and Tuesday mid day sessions currently available! I offer talk therapy services to adults (25+) from all cultures, genders, religions, sexual, and economic backgrounds. I am an independent practitioner at the Firefly Institute in Hillsboro, Oregon. Clients experiencing emotional distress due to life transitions, past trauma, codependency and those in helping positions (medical, teaching, mental health, etc) with compassion fatigue/vicarious trauma are who I most often work with.
Eliza McBride
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It can be challenging to feel like you're not progressing when you feel the weight of trauma, anxiety and depression. Sometimes we need a space to process thoughts, emotions and life experiences, and sometimes we need practical coping skills to make it through the day; oftentimes, we need a combination of both. My hope is to continue providing individuals with the space they need to feel heard, and the tools they need to feel self-aware and self-empowered.
It can be challenging to feel like you're not progressing when you feel the weight of trauma, anxiety and depression. Sometimes we need a space to process thoughts, emotions and life experiences, and sometimes we need practical coping skills to make it through the day; oftentimes, we need a combination of both. My hope is to continue providing individuals with the space they need to feel heard, and the tools they need to feel self-aware and self-empowered.
My goal is to help people heal, grow, and create the life for themselves that they deserve. I have been working in mental health for over 11 years and my varied experience has taught me that therapy is not one size fits all. I aim to provide individualized treatment that values and honors my clients' learning style, presenting issues, access to resources, personality, interests, and stage in the change process.
My goal is to help people heal, grow, and create the life for themselves that they deserve. I have been working in mental health for over 11 years and my varied experience has taught me that therapy is not one size fits all. I aim to provide individualized treatment that values and honors my clients' learning style, presenting issues, access to resources, personality, interests, and stage in the change process.
Mary Lopes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with "adulting"? Do you find yourself looking around and needing a grown up? (Only to realize... crap, that's me!). I offer services for individuals, couples, and families with adult family members (no youth services provided). I love working with folks asking big questions- it may be about past experiences, spirituality, gender, etc- and getting into the gritty details of learning new skills and building sustainable habits to support our overall health.
Are you struggling with "adulting"? Do you find yourself looking around and needing a grown up? (Only to realize... crap, that's me!). I offer services for individuals, couples, and families with adult family members (no youth services provided). I love working with folks asking big questions- it may be about past experiences, spirituality, gender, etc- and getting into the gritty details of learning new skills and building sustainable habits to support our overall health.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
Individual adult therapy that utilizes an integrative & holistic approach, by working in the present moment. My intention is to offer a nurturing & compassionate place to share & grow, while exploring what you need. In session, I will help you consciously wire in cognitive thought patterns that correlate with somatic (body) states, that connect you with your strengths. I teach experiential, mindful practices that cultivate insights & awareness that will help you notice, pause, & breathe. When we remember to tune into practices that build & support resilience, it is easier to maintain a healthier well-being.
Individual adult therapy that utilizes an integrative & holistic approach, by working in the present moment. My intention is to offer a nurturing & compassionate place to share & grow, while exploring what you need. In session, I will help you consciously wire in cognitive thought patterns that correlate with somatic (body) states, that connect you with your strengths. I teach experiential, mindful practices that cultivate insights & awareness that will help you notice, pause, & breathe. When we remember to tune into practices that build & support resilience, it is easier to maintain a healthier well-being.
I am a Neurodiversity Affirmative therapist. I am unique in that I am cross-trained with multiple other specialties (Peds, OT, PT, SLP, Education, Psychiatry, Audiology) to have a comprehensive understanding of challenges. I am known for teaching people a 'User's Manual' for their brain; I co-create with you a manual for how your brain works, what the challenges are, how they impact you, and known tricks to circumvent them. I am in training to provider EMDR. I have exceptional scholarship in: Autism/Aspergers, ADHD, Dyslexia and Emotional Disorders. Many of my clients have been to multiple other providers with no change....
I am a Neurodiversity Affirmative therapist. I am unique in that I am cross-trained with multiple other specialties (Peds, OT, PT, SLP, Education, Psychiatry, Audiology) to have a comprehensive understanding of challenges. I am known for teaching people a 'User's Manual' for their brain; I co-create with you a manual for how your brain works, what the challenges are, how they impact you, and known tricks to circumvent them. I am in training to provider EMDR. I have exceptional scholarship in: Autism/Aspergers, ADHD, Dyslexia and Emotional Disorders. Many of my clients have been to multiple other providers with no change....
Lifeline Medical Center Accepting New Patients!
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Lifeline Medical Center is Accepting New Clients Now! We enjoy providing a person-centered and engaging approach with your active engagement and participation and emphasis on your goals and individual needs. We will help you identify possible interventions that address your personal goals and then help you decide which interventions and processes might be helpful. Our group of therapists have experience with all ages through life transitions, school, social problems, trauma and life events that have been difficult to work through alone. We Offer Telehealth Sessions All Across The State Of Oregon!
Lifeline Medical Center is Accepting New Clients Now! We enjoy providing a person-centered and engaging approach with your active engagement and participation and emphasis on your goals and individual needs. We will help you identify possible interventions that address your personal goals and then help you decide which interventions and processes might be helpful. Our group of therapists have experience with all ages through life transitions, school, social problems, trauma and life events that have been difficult to work through alone. We Offer Telehealth Sessions All Across The State Of Oregon!
Shannon Mason
Professional Counseling Associate, MS, PCA, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97124
I work with children, teens, couples, and individuals. My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strengths-based. We all need a safe space where we can be open and express ourselves without fear of judgment. Therapy offers a chance to explore deeper into different parts of ourselves, helping us uncover our strengths, gain new perspectives, learn important skills, heal emotionally, and strengthen our relationships.
I work with children, teens, couples, and individuals. My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strengths-based. We all need a safe space where we can be open and express ourselves without fear of judgment. Therapy offers a chance to explore deeper into different parts of ourselves, helping us uncover our strengths, gain new perspectives, learn important skills, heal emotionally, and strengthen our relationships.
Shirley L Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With the Covid-19 Virus my therapy methods have gone to phone or Tele Therapy. My therapeutic style is a holistic goal orientated approach to help patients better understand themselves by developing insight to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to cultivate the life that have you imagined or dreamed possible. I provide a safe and supportive environment to earn your trust to work on things that are the most challenging in your life. I know that it takes courage to reach out for help. Whatever brings us together, you will be welcomed with honesty and warmth to enable you to do your best work.
With the Covid-19 Virus my therapy methods have gone to phone or Tele Therapy. My therapeutic style is a holistic goal orientated approach to help patients better understand themselves by developing insight to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to cultivate the life that have you imagined or dreamed possible. I provide a safe and supportive environment to earn your trust to work on things that are the most challenging in your life. I know that it takes courage to reach out for help. Whatever brings us together, you will be welcomed with honesty and warmth to enable you to do your best work.
Dr. Michelle M. Pliske
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
Erin Osborn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123 (Online Only)
I have deep compassion for you and the struggles you face. I believe that each person has the wisdom they need to navigate their own life, yet at times we all need support in accessing and embodying that wisdom. My passion lies in helping individuals reconnect with the resilient core of their authentic selves by providing a safe relational space for exploration. As a therapist, it's my pleasure to accompany clients on their journey to explore intricate patterns that may be difficult to recognize, understand, and process without help.
I have deep compassion for you and the struggles you face. I believe that each person has the wisdom they need to navigate their own life, yet at times we all need support in accessing and embodying that wisdom. My passion lies in helping individuals reconnect with the resilient core of their authentic selves by providing a safe relational space for exploration. As a therapist, it's my pleasure to accompany clients on their journey to explore intricate patterns that may be difficult to recognize, understand, and process without help.
Agency Accepting New Patients!
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Online Only)
As we all go through life trying our best to stay afloat and happy, sometimes asking for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I believe that people have within themselves the ability and strength to enact meaningful change in their lives. By working in a collaborative manner with a client-led and person-centered approach, finding motivation and unearthing hidden strengths can lead to positive change and new outlook on life. By utilizing new coping skills and building a therapeutic alliance, we can work other to overcome those previously insurmountable waves of life. My Practice is Taking New Patients for Psychiatric Care!
As we all go through life trying our best to stay afloat and happy, sometimes asking for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I believe that people have within themselves the ability and strength to enact meaningful change in their lives. By working in a collaborative manner with a client-led and person-centered approach, finding motivation and unearthing hidden strengths can lead to positive change and new outlook on life. By utilizing new coping skills and building a therapeutic alliance, we can work other to overcome those previously insurmountable waves of life. My Practice is Taking New Patients for Psychiatric Care!
Dana Fears
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97006 (Online Only)
Are you on a personal journey to heal from grief and trauma? I am someone to guide you through the chaos and help you encounter hope. I specialize in grief and loss, self-identity work, narcissistic abuse recovery, Bipolar disorder, adult children of alcoholics, and individuals with disabilities and those auto-immune disorders, and individuals who are domestic violence and cancer survivors. Unfortunately, I don't treat suicidal ideation or self-harm at this time.
Are you on a personal journey to heal from grief and trauma? I am someone to guide you through the chaos and help you encounter hope. I specialize in grief and loss, self-identity work, narcissistic abuse recovery, Bipolar disorder, adult children of alcoholics, and individuals with disabilities and those auto-immune disorders, and individuals who are domestic violence and cancer survivors. Unfortunately, I don't treat suicidal ideation or self-harm at this time.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.