Parenting Therapists in Milwaukie, OR

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Dmitri Dosamantes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222  (Online Only)
I help couples struggling with communication, parenting issues, healing infidelity or navigating non-traditional relationships.
I've been in practice for 20+ years and I'm passionate about helping people move forward in their lives. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented. Together we can discover how to break your maladaptive patterns, build on your strengths, and begin your journey to heal. In my practice, you will find openness without judgement and an environment where you can heal the wounds that may be causing low self-esteem, relationship issues, problems at work; or depression and anxiety. Together we can create the changes you want in your life.
I help couples struggling with communication, parenting issues, healing infidelity or navigating non-traditional relationships.
I've been in practice for 20+ years and I'm passionate about helping people move forward in their lives. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented. Together we can discover how to break your maladaptive patterns, build on your strengths, and begin your journey to heal. In my practice, you will find openness without judgement and an environment where you can heal the wounds that may be causing low self-esteem, relationship issues, problems at work; or depression and anxiety. Together we can create the changes you want in your life.
(971) 340-4192 View (971) 340-4192
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Tawny Childs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222  (Online Only)
I work diligently to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can move toward wholeness and healing within yourself, as a parent, and in all of your relationships.
We all have challenges and barriers in life that can keep us from living up to our full potential. Daily and accumulated stress can make it difficult to remain connected to ourselves and others. I believe we all have an innate capacity for healing. Therapy can help us access the support, tools, and safety we need to heal. Asking for help takes openness, honesty, and deep courage. It is in this place of vulnerability and willingness to ask for help, that leads us to experience the most meaningful changes in how we relate to ourselves and others.
I work diligently to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can move toward wholeness and healing within yourself, as a parent, and in all of your relationships.
We all have challenges and barriers in life that can keep us from living up to our full potential. Daily and accumulated stress can make it difficult to remain connected to ourselves and others. I believe we all have an innate capacity for healing. Therapy can help us access the support, tools, and safety we need to heal. Asking for help takes openness, honesty, and deep courage. It is in this place of vulnerability and willingness to ask for help, that leads us to experience the most meaningful changes in how we relate to ourselves and others.
(503) 919-1421 View (503) 919-1421
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The Healing Haven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Our approach to therapy is tailored toward each unique person, family or couple. We see people with difficulties in relationships, depression, anxiety, recovery from trauma, parenting issues, grief and loss issues, eating disorders and weight issues, chronic pain, career decisions and addictions. Our approach is a combination of traditional techniques and heart centered deep healing. Our approach geared toward finding the source of overwhelming feelings and making connections with current difficulties. Within this process we encourage healthy release of feelings which leads to healthier relationships and positive self esteem.
Our approach to therapy is tailored toward each unique person, family or couple. We see people with difficulties in relationships, depression, anxiety, recovery from trauma, parenting issues, grief and loss issues, eating disorders and weight issues, chronic pain, career decisions and addictions. Our approach is a combination of traditional techniques and heart centered deep healing. Our approach geared toward finding the source of overwhelming feelings and making connections with current difficulties. Within this process we encourage healthy release of feelings which leads to healthier relationships and positive self esteem.
(971) 253-7923 View (971) 253-7923
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Lanette Ambers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a client-centered approach to therapy by working in a collaborative manner to address your goals through individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and parent support with the program called Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviors: A Course for Parents (by Robyn Gobbel), and NuerOptimal (R) neurofeedback either in-office or at home.
I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it's helpful to have a supportive person to guide them through challenges they may be experiencing. It takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. If this is something you are considering for your child, then you should be commended! As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I engaged in Synergetic Play Therapy (TM), "a research-informed model of play therapy blending the therapeutic power of play with nervous system regulation, interpersonal neurobiology, physics, attachment, mindfulness, and therapist authenticity." - Lisa Dion, creator of Synergetic Play Therapy.
I provide a client-centered approach to therapy by working in a collaborative manner to address your goals through individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and parent support with the program called Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviors: A Course for Parents (by Robyn Gobbel), and NuerOptimal (R) neurofeedback either in-office or at home.
I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it's helpful to have a supportive person to guide them through challenges they may be experiencing. It takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. If this is something you are considering for your child, then you should be commended! As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I engaged in Synergetic Play Therapy (TM), "a research-informed model of play therapy blending the therapeutic power of play with nervous system regulation, interpersonal neurobiology, physics, attachment, mindfulness, and therapist authenticity." - Lisa Dion, creator of Synergetic Play Therapy.
(503) 567-6230 View (503) 567-6230
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Lisa M Cutler-Stamm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
My specialty areas are: Attachment Relationship Issues, Anxiety/PTSD, Depression, School and Developmental issues, Adult/Childhood/Family Adjustment and Transitional Issues such as divorce, trauma, major life changes, Family Therapy and Parenting.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. When I work with a client, I strive to collaborate to solve problems and open up opportunities for each individual to experience themselves, their relationships and life in a more positive, and healthy way.
My specialty areas are: Attachment Relationship Issues, Anxiety/PTSD, Depression, School and Developmental issues, Adult/Childhood/Family Adjustment and Transitional Issues such as divorce, trauma, major life changes, Family Therapy and Parenting.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. When I work with a client, I strive to collaborate to solve problems and open up opportunities for each individual to experience themselves, their relationships and life in a more positive, and healthy way.
(503) 567-4654 View (503) 567-4654
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Monica Dils
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
I have specialties in early childhood play therapy, attachment, child- parent psychotherapy, and collaborative problem solving.
I enjoy working jointly with children and families who have difficulties in their relationships and development, including those who have lived through traumatic events and experienced foster care and adoption. I believe all children and families have inherent strengths and the ability, with help, to make positive changes in their relationships. I can help parents understand their child’s behavior and developmental needs, enhance trust, and build secure attachments within the family. I want families to learn new skills, increase resilience, overcome obstacles, and thrive.
I have specialties in early childhood play therapy, attachment, child- parent psychotherapy, and collaborative problem solving.
I enjoy working jointly with children and families who have difficulties in their relationships and development, including those who have lived through traumatic events and experienced foster care and adoption. I believe all children and families have inherent strengths and the ability, with help, to make positive changes in their relationships. I can help parents understand their child’s behavior and developmental needs, enhance trust, and build secure attachments within the family. I want families to learn new skills, increase resilience, overcome obstacles, and thrive.
(503) 461-4002 View (503) 461-4002
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Helene Hanson
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97269
I also offer parent coaching and parenting support groups for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children and teens/young adults.
I work with children who are struggling with big feelings and big behaviors. Maybe your child has experienced a loss, a change in family structure, or experiences neurodivergence... or maybe you're not sure what is at the root of your child's struggles. Together, we will work closely to understand the needs that lie beneath your child's behavior. As an adoptee and an adoptive parent, I am deeply familiar with foster care and adoption trauma and I am honored to support families navigating the complexity of adoption.
I also offer parent coaching and parenting support groups for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children and teens/young adults.
I work with children who are struggling with big feelings and big behaviors. Maybe your child has experienced a loss, a change in family structure, or experiences neurodivergence... or maybe you're not sure what is at the root of your child's struggles. Together, we will work closely to understand the needs that lie beneath your child's behavior. As an adoptee and an adoptive parent, I am deeply familiar with foster care and adoption trauma and I am honored to support families navigating the complexity of adoption.
(971) 251-1344 View (971) 251-1344
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Todd Forsman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC-I
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Even in the darkest hours there is hope that healing and wholeness is possible. Do you suffer with the effects of depression, anxiety, addiction, self-loathing or lack of self-esteem? Do you have trouble with anger, communication or setting boundaries? There is hope! You are the author of your own story, and a skilled, caring counselor can help you find the tools you need to navigate through the hard times and be able to feel empowered to continue writing your story.
Even in the darkest hours there is hope that healing and wholeness is possible. Do you suffer with the effects of depression, anxiety, addiction, self-loathing or lack of self-esteem? Do you have trouble with anger, communication or setting boundaries? There is hope! You are the author of your own story, and a skilled, caring counselor can help you find the tools you need to navigate through the hard times and be able to feel empowered to continue writing your story.
(503) 678-9191 View (503) 678-9191
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Michelle Whitney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon. I obtained my graduate degree in social work from Portland State University in 2007. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, substance use, grief and loss, chronic illness, interpersonal relationships and life transitions. I am interested in helping those that are struggling with situational stressors or long-standing concerns.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon. I obtained my graduate degree in social work from Portland State University in 2007. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, substance use, grief and loss, chronic illness, interpersonal relationships and life transitions. I am interested in helping those that are struggling with situational stressors or long-standing concerns.
(503) 406-8989 View (503) 406-8989
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Jennifer Blake
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
To quote Anne Lamott, "relationships are hard, hard, hard". I have over ten years of experience working with partnerships of all sorts; couples, siblings, adult children and parents, coworkers, etc. With a solution focused approach we'll work together to improve communication, increase emotional awareness and resilience in the hopes of creating healthy patterns in your day to day interactions. This work can be done within the relationship, or individually, and I am happy to support either of these options.
To quote Anne Lamott, "relationships are hard, hard, hard". I have over ten years of experience working with partnerships of all sorts; couples, siblings, adult children and parents, coworkers, etc. With a solution focused approach we'll work together to improve communication, increase emotional awareness and resilience in the hopes of creating healthy patterns in your day to day interactions. This work can be done within the relationship, or individually, and I am happy to support either of these options.
(503) 461-5821 View (503) 461-5821
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Natalie Schaad
Occupational Therapist, OTD, OTR/L
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267  (Online Only)
I specialize in empowering late, self, and undiagnosed Autistic, AuDHD, ADHD, and other neurodivergent folx to better understand and work with their unique systems. I understand that society often overlooks your needs and that your disabilities can be invisible and misunderstood. The stress of managing everyday responsibilities - finding and maintaining employment, managing time and money, navigating social relationships, and caring for yourself and your home - can be overwhelming, often leading to burnout.
I specialize in empowering late, self, and undiagnosed Autistic, AuDHD, ADHD, and other neurodivergent folx to better understand and work with their unique systems. I understand that society often overlooks your needs and that your disabilities can be invisible and misunderstood. The stress of managing everyday responsibilities - finding and maintaining employment, managing time and money, navigating social relationships, and caring for yourself and your home - can be overwhelming, often leading to burnout.
(971) 298-5666 View (971) 298-5666
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Susan Lutzke-Hoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Life experiences and transitions influence the way we live, and can be the main reason we are experiencing the types of distress we find ourselves in. They force us to let go of the familiar and face the future with a feeling of vulnerability. We can experience great loss, fear, and not knowing where or who to turn to.
Life experiences and transitions influence the way we live, and can be the main reason we are experiencing the types of distress we find ourselves in. They force us to let go of the familiar and face the future with a feeling of vulnerability. We can experience great loss, fear, and not knowing where or who to turn to.
(503) 610-4369 View (503) 610-4369
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Steven Ruiz Bettencourt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CHT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
(503) 496-7421 View (503) 496-7421
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The Healing Haven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 40 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists and the multitude of issues that they treat. We provide both individual and online therapy. We are contacted with Kaiser Insurance and OHP. We look forward to guiding you through your healing journey!
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 40 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists and the multitude of issues that they treat. We provide both individual and online therapy. We are contacted with Kaiser Insurance and OHP. We look forward to guiding you through your healing journey!
(971) 236-5193 View (971) 236-5193
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Winston Anderson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Psychotherapy can be a tremendously helpful and rewarding experience for those seeking assistance. It can serve to alleviate anxiety and depression as well as help individuals to feel less conflicted and better able to reach their potential in work and relationships. As a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I believe it is important to form a safe and reliable alliance from which we can collaboratively work on achieving your objectives.
Psychotherapy can be a tremendously helpful and rewarding experience for those seeking assistance. It can serve to alleviate anxiety and depression as well as help individuals to feel less conflicted and better able to reach their potential in work and relationships. As a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I believe it is important to form a safe and reliable alliance from which we can collaboratively work on achieving your objectives.
(503) 388-9130 View (503) 388-9130
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Don Dodson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Therapy can be a tremendously rewarding and enlightening experience leading to lifelong change. My approach to working with clients is to tailor my interventions to meet their specific needs and to work with them in a collaborative fashion to help them access their own strengths and wisdom. My first priority is to listen,to understand your perspective and life experience. I will then work with you to help you gain insight into your current challenges. My goal is to address your problems directly, assist you in finding solutions, and get you back into your life as soon as possible.
Therapy can be a tremendously rewarding and enlightening experience leading to lifelong change. My approach to working with clients is to tailor my interventions to meet their specific needs and to work with them in a collaborative fashion to help them access their own strengths and wisdom. My first priority is to listen,to understand your perspective and life experience. I will then work with you to help you gain insight into your current challenges. My goal is to address your problems directly, assist you in finding solutions, and get you back into your life as soon as possible.
(503) 446-6251 View (503) 446-6251
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Pilar Hernandez-Wolfe
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Our lives evolve in relationship to ourselves, our partners, our families, communities and other beings (e.g. animals & the land). Healing involves allowing a healthy flow of emotion, communication, care and balance in those areas where we find ourselves stuck. I specialize in working with international and interracial couples and families; and anxiety related disorders including traumatic stress, generalized anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety from a multicultural perspective. I am fully bilingual and multicultural and will bring to our work my life experience across cultures and my professional training.
Our lives evolve in relationship to ourselves, our partners, our families, communities and other beings (e.g. animals & the land). Healing involves allowing a healthy flow of emotion, communication, care and balance in those areas where we find ourselves stuck. I specialize in working with international and interracial couples and families; and anxiety related disorders including traumatic stress, generalized anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety from a multicultural perspective. I am fully bilingual and multicultural and will bring to our work my life experience across cultures and my professional training.
(443) 214-3166 View (443) 214-3166
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Erica Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
I believe that it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. There are many wonderful therapists, but it is important for you to feel that you are understood, supported, and sometimes gently challenged by your therapist. I will ask you to identify what you want help with or what you are feeling distress around and then will actively work with you toward your goals.
I believe that it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. There are many wonderful therapists, but it is important for you to feel that you are understood, supported, and sometimes gently challenged by your therapist. I will ask you to identify what you want help with or what you are feeling distress around and then will actively work with you toward your goals.
(503) 476-9119 View (503) 476-9119
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Robin McVay Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Life can be difficult - you often feel sad, anxious, unsatified, like a failure, or even suicidal. Life has not turned out like you planned and you don’t understand what is wrong - you try so hard but still end up alone, misunderstood and never getting what you need.
Life can be difficult - you often feel sad, anxious, unsatified, like a failure, or even suicidal. Life has not turned out like you planned and you don’t understand what is wrong - you try so hard but still end up alone, misunderstood and never getting what you need.
(971) 339-0108 View (971) 339-0108
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Jennifer DeVan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I believe it takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it can be helpful to have a non-biased, supportive person to guide them through life changes or difficulties they may be experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative relationship between the client and the therapist. In order for therapy to be successful, a person has to be ready and want to make changes. It is also essential to feel understood and accepted by your therapist. If you feel that you might benefit from a caring, experienced therapist, please call.
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I believe it takes strength and courage to decide to begin therapy. I believe there comes a time in most people's lives when it can be helpful to have a non-biased, supportive person to guide them through life changes or difficulties they may be experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative relationship between the client and the therapist. In order for therapy to be successful, a person has to be ready and want to make changes. It is also essential to feel understood and accepted by your therapist. If you feel that you might benefit from a caring, experienced therapist, please call.
(503) 828-3957 View (503) 828-3957
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Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.