Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Jefferson, OR

Trauma is a highly complex and personal experience. Everyone's experience and definition of trauma is different. Among both professionals and clients, it is often incredibly misunderstood. It affects us across physical, social, emotional, and spiritual bounds. It compromises our ability to process sensory input and renders us incapable of communicating at times. Traumatic experiences can make us feel "small" and incompetent, incapable of managing basic tasks at times, or we may even develop intermittent or chronic pain.

Accepting New Clients Now! Good Sense Counseling helps people grow their mental health by getting to know themselves well and building skills for a thriving life full of curiosity, confidence, resilience, and fun. Clients learn to clarify core values, set goals, identify and overcome barriers, build strategies, solve problems, and celebrate successes.

Now accepting new clients! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by life, talking to someone in a safe space is a brave, first-step toward a deeper understanding of yourself. Perhaps you’re struggling with feelings from trauma, grief, depression and anxiety, or having difficulty communicating effectively in your relationships; or you’ve lost sight of your life’s meaning. Whatever the source of emotional pain, I can help you approach old problems in new ways.

You don't want to spend the rest of your life in therapy. You have goals and aspirations and you just need to get unstuck and out of the grip of anxiety, depression, or trauma. Your problems such as panic, worry, sleep disturbance, irritability, suicidal thoughts, angry outbursts, and/or poor concentration are causing untold consequences in your life. You are willing to dig deep and do the work, if just knew what to do and what would really work. You want to get rid of symptom and not just not just collect more coping skills. I can absolutely relate and am committed to helping you resolve these issues at the root.

Abuse is something that affects a lot of people and in various different ways. It is something that can be hidden from the world and no one will know the pain the individual is going through. It is quiet and insidious, leaving lasting effects. It can creep up on you and make you feel alone in the world full of people. It can leave you feeling misunderstood, alone, and/or broken. There are ways to work through the trauma, safeguard yourself, and heal from parts of the abuse. You will rebuild yourself esteem, sense of self, and confidence in the process of healing. Everyone's journey is different.

When you walk through my office door you will be greeted with warmth and compassion. Whether you are overwhelmed by life and it’s varying demands and disappointments, or struggling through a life transition, devastating loss, work or relationship stress or conflict, I will provide a safe, empathetic space for you as we explore your personal history and background as well as your inner and outer worlds in search of greater understanding, awareness and acceptance. I believe everyone holds a deep, abiding source of internal strength, wisdom, and hope, and I will walk alongside you as we uncover these peace-giving resources together.

Now Taking New Clients. Don't let trauma or painful thoughts and beliefs hold you back! I believe that everyone is capable of healing and discovering joy in life. I often work with individuals who have tried therapy before and are searching for more complete ability to live and love freely. I work from a personalized, heart centered stance incorporating parts work and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a soulful path to healing and self knowledge. I believe the more you know yourself, the more power you wield to compassionately reach potentials.

I believe everyone deserves to be content/happy in life and in their relationships. At times, this can be challenging and people tend to get "stuck." Asking for help can be hard, but so rewarding when you take the risk to change and build awareness. With professional skills, loads of compassion, and a collaborative effort I can definitely help adults, teenagers, and families in figuring out how to get "unstuck" and enjoy their lives to the fullest. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, grief, depression, and PTSD. I particularly like working with clients, helping them free themselves from the trauma of the past.

Welcome! I am genuinely glad you are considering counseling. I currently work with OHP clients who reside primarily in Marion & Polk County. I have a broad range of experience working with clients across the life span from children to adults, including those in their 80's or older. I currently serve clients 16 or older. I enjoy working with a wide range of client ages and concerns including but not limited to; trauma, life transitions, grief & loss, relationship concerns and self-esteem issues. I currently work as an independent contractor for Valley Mental Health as a Certified Clinician for the Oregon Health Plan.

Are you ready to find the keys which will unlock the doors to your better life? Whether you are depressed, anxious or trying to make sense of difficult and traumatic past events, we will work together to find solutions in a safe, welcoming environment.

We are accepting new clients. Starting July 27th, our therapist, Michelle La Casse, will offer telehealth/virtual-only appointments on Saturday mornings and early afternoons. She accepts clients aged 17+, with private pay only. Please call the office to schedule your appointment.

Integrity - the state of being whole, entire, or undiminished; a sound, unimpaired, or perfect condition; adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty. I believe in complete, unimpaired mental health and wellness. I believe identifying core beliefs and values are essential to mental health and well being. I believe in the ability to regain mental health, wellness, wholeness and live a life worth living. I believe in you. I can assist you on your path to finding integrity

Welcome! We all have times in our lives when we need a little help...it's part of being human. The fact that you are here, exploring my Psychology Today page, is an important courageous first step that should be honored. Therapy is a dynamic process that is often life changing; it's different for every person. I have a warm, genuine approach and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and inviting space for each individual's unique healing journey. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies combined with useful techniques to help clients heal and cope.

I AM taking new clients right now. I am licensed in both Oregon and Washington at this time. Based on your needs and preferences, I offer short-term/solution-focused therapy, as well as longer-term "depth therapy." I focus on clinical assessment and move toward providing strategies and skills for symptom reduction for anxiety or other mood issues, assist you in building on current strengths, and help you find new ways of coping with the changes and challenges life throws at us. I can also provide assistance in managing trauma issues and moving past it with EMDR and IFS.

Accepting new clients for wait list. Feeling anxious, sad, lost, afraid, confused? Grappling with inner conflict, self image, compulsive behaviors, intrusive memories, change, loss? I am a psychotherapist with a breadth of work and lived experience working with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, loss, stress-related symptoms, communication problems, relationship difficulties, professional challenges, gambling and other process addictions, substance abuse, trauma, life transitions and more. I see my role as a therapist as a sacred privilege to journey along side of a person toward true and lasting change

Have you been feeling overwhelmed or have you lost motivation? Have you been through trauma? Does ADHD or Autism impact your day to day function? You may have tried to find your own ways to cope and have just run out of ideas. Reaching out for counseling can be challenging, and I get that. Maybe you are skeptical that counseling is the right place for you. I believe that everyone is capable of changing their lives for the better.