Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Hillsboro, OR

I work primarily with children (10 years old and up) and teens struggling with a variety of mental health and behavioral concerns looking to understand the impact of their experiences. I approach care from attachment and family systems theory lenses, primarily utilizing motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and include family in treatment to best support the youth.

The human experience is complicated, beautiful, and sometimes incredibly difficult to bear. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, then I’m glad you found your way here. I can provide support in navigating the terrain of your inner world, so you can more fully engage with the world around you. We often suffer when our minds dwell on past experiences or future fears. Together, we can practice finding peace in the present moment and get more deeply acquainted with who you are at your core. You deserve more than just the absence of pain; you deserve a fulfilling and meaningful life.

When there is a feeling of disconnect between yourself and the world or with those in your life, it can be lonely and confusing. We alI feel stuck in our life at times around repeating old patterns, managing painful emotions or having critical thoughts of self and others. Maybe you are experiencing depression, life transitions or anxious thoughts. I aim to help clients explore what is causing them distress and identify new ways to overcome those obstacles. If you find yourself engaging in similar patterns and struggling to find effective ways to cope with anxiety or daily stressors, therapy may be a courageous first step to relief.

My approach to counseling is integrative, where I pull from different modalities and therapeutic approaches to meet the individual needs of each client. I want to make sure I am adhering to what the client wants and needs, which informs how I practice. I am grounded in a trauma informed person centered model. I believe each client is the expert.

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 know that seeking out and beginning one’s therapy journey requires a great deal of courage. The clients I work with generally arrive facing tremendously challenging life events that often leave them feeling overwhelmed, helpless, bereaved, and even broken. My main priority as a clinician is to provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel supported and can imagine and realize new possibilities. Your stories, life experiences, strengths and weaknesses, spiritualities, and identities will be witnessed, honored, and respected.

Hello, my name is Jill and I am accepting new clients in Oregon. As a clinician, I derive my philosophy of care from a deep value of service, honoring diversity, empowerment, social justice, ethical practice and the importance of interpersonal relationships. My primary goal in the therapeutic process is to assist clients in building the lives they want by promoting their inherent strengths, skills and community supports. My approach to therapy is one of collaboration.

Is anxiety, depression, complex grief, or chronic stress preventing you from feeling present in your life? Have you done a lot of therapy but continue to find yourself feeling stuck, hopeless, or full of dread? Are you struggling with chronic health conditions that don't seem to respond to traditional interventions or can't be explained by conventional medicine? My time as a healing professional has reinforced the awareness that trauma and chronic stress are stored not just in our minds, but in our bodies and nervous systems as well. That is often why talk therapy is just not enough.

I believe that every person has the ability to work through tough situations and move towards a positive, well balanced life. I believe that clients are the experts in their lives and my role is to listen, learn, and provide support that allows them to problem solve, manage, and heal from their experiences.

Life can be wonderful, but it also is full of hardships and struggles. Keeping it all inside often leads to more suffering. One can feel caught in patterns affecting all aspects of their lives, but I know people can grow. Therefore, I provide an environment of support, respect, warmth, and empathy where you are heard and seen. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. Common trauma symptoms include anxiety; depression; obsessions; compulsions; physical and emotional distress; difficulty concentrating, sleeping, connecting with others; negative feelings and thoughts; and feeling isolated, alone.

My goal as a counselor is to assist you in your journey of living a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with teens and adults, 14 years and older. My approach to counseling is person-centered, providing a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering space for you to explore the challenges and patterns preventing you from achieving your goals and to discover your unique path for spiritual, emotional, social, and mental wellness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, depending upon each individual’s needs, informed by CBT, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally-Focused Individual Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

I am passionate about working with young adults and women. I have worked with a variety of clients, many of whom are experiencing a loss of trust, stability, love or hope in their lives, and are trying to find a place of safety and healing. Finding a therapist you connect with is crucial to your journey. I believe in the power of a great connection and strive to create a space where each person feels heard and valued on their unique path to wellness. My style is warm, thoughtful and calm. I combine it with a direct approach of finding ways to help you navigate a healthier and happier way of being in the world.

I believe that people entering into a therapeutic relationship have made an empowering decision to invest and promote healthy and meaningful changes in their lives. Successful therapy requires honesty, transparency, trust, and collaboratively working towards goals that promote healthy living and optimal well-being. I employ a variety of evidence-based counseling practices, with the intent of customizing each approach to match the client and their healing journey. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss, severe mental illness, stress, life transitions, and addiction

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 so glad you are here and thinking about therapy! Let's be real, it is not easy to find a therapist, and who the therapist is matters! I encourage you to continue moving forward, by being here now you are taking a step in the right direction! I provide counseling for individuals and families. I particularly enjoy working with teens, young adults, parents, and families. Most people at some point, experience a difficult time, where they struggle and feel stuck or overwhelmed. I can help you or your family get unstuck and manage the tricky situation at hand.

Everyone deserves the best quality of care, and I am here to help address your needs/concerns. Whatever your issues and concerns are, I am here to help. I am Accepting New Clients Immediately! There've been so many drastic changes in life and economy, many due to the major impact of COVID-19; In which you may have been trying to find stability in every area of your life. You don't have to do it alone! It's okay to reach out to obtain the tools you need to get you through this uncomfortable segment in your life. I'm honored and delighted to take this journey with you to witness your successful victory! Because you matter!

Honestly, relationships are at the core of who we are. Whether it’s your relationship with yourself, your partner, your children, or your friends... when these bonds are healthy, they help you thrive and heal many wounds. But sometimes conflict can get in the way of what you want for your life and relationships. That may be trauma, beliefs that hurt instead of help, new mental health symptoms, or behaviors that aren’t working for you - most of these stem from some kind of relationship. My role is to come alongside you and help you learn new ways to understand and relate to these struggles.

Are you confused? Exhausted? Scared? I can help. I have a unique understanding of unhealthy relationships and how they operate and impact the lives of those in it. Most relationships start out hopeful and happy. Many turn at some point and this is where confusion lives. I work with individuals who have had difficult relationships. Healing takes a lot of work, and a lot of commitment, I won't sugar-coat...but it can be done. Or, perhaps you have issues with non-intimate relationships, maybe a parent, sibling, or child. Or maybe your child has conflicts with your ex. This too can be made healthier.

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, 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.