Therapists in North Bend, OR
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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.
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.
Online Therapists
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EMDR, Energy Psychology, DBT which incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Mindfulness, and Play Therapy for children all tend to relieve anxiety & depression.
Please leave the name of your insurance when you contact me so I can best serve you. Adults, children, adolescents, and their families are welcomed in my private practice, and playroom for the children. My specialty for over 25 years has been working with children, adolescents, and their families. After becoming a Level II EMDR trauma therapist in the past 20 years, I have worked with many adults challenged by difficulties. Both my adult and child clients are often faced with depression, anxiety, and grief commonly created by divorce, death, adoption, abuse, and feelings of hopelessness, anger, and poor self-esteem.
EMDR, Energy Psychology, DBT which incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Mindfulness, and Play Therapy for children all tend to relieve anxiety & depression.
Please leave the name of your insurance when you contact me so I can best serve you. Adults, children, adolescents, and their families are welcomed in my private practice, and playroom for the children. My specialty for over 25 years has been working with children, adolescents, and their families. After becoming a Level II EMDR trauma therapist in the past 20 years, I have worked with many adults challenged by difficulties. Both my adult and child clients are often faced with depression, anxiety, and grief commonly created by divorce, death, adoption, abuse, and feelings of hopelessness, anger, and poor self-esteem.
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Mike Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC I, SJS, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97404
Personal counseling, relationship counseling, families, addictions. Compassionate, experienced, welcoming. Versatile assistance with best practices and community referrals. In person,in nature, or telehealth. 20+ yrs experience, evidence-based and proven outcomes. Assists relationships, boundaries, trauma, loss, community, isolation, stress, addictions, depression, anger, anxiety, life transitions, . LGBTQIA+ affirming, experience/care, social justice cert. Groups. workshops. Specialties incl. addictions, relationship, wellness, PTSD, DBT, EFT, IFS, trauma/EMDR, socialization, community reconnection. turningtidescounseling.org
Personal counseling, relationship counseling, families, addictions. Compassionate, experienced, welcoming. Versatile assistance with best practices and community referrals. In person,in nature, or telehealth. 20+ yrs experience, evidence-based and proven outcomes. Assists relationships, boundaries, trauma, loss, community, isolation, stress, addictions, depression, anger, anxiety, life transitions, . LGBTQIA+ affirming, experience/care, social justice cert. Groups. workshops. Specialties incl. addictions, relationship, wellness, PTSD, DBT, EFT, IFS, trauma/EMDR, socialization, community reconnection. turningtidescounseling.org
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Heather Pleasant Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central Point, OR 97502
Waitlist for new clients
I have training in evidenced based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Internal Family Systems Therapy, and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and work with a delightful therapy dog, Piper. With so much happening in the world and our own "backyard" it can fee overwhelming. I offer Telehealth services if indicated and most insurance providers are making this easier during this time of high stress and uncertainty. Utilizing a collaborative, client centered approach, I am here to provide support, feedback, education, and a safe environment for you to make the change you wish to achieve.
I have training in evidenced based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Internal Family Systems Therapy, and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and work with a delightful therapy dog, Piper. With so much happening in the world and our own "backyard" it can fee overwhelming. I offer Telehealth services if indicated and most insurance providers are making this easier during this time of high stress and uncertainty. Utilizing a collaborative, client centered approach, I am here to provide support, feedback, education, and a safe environment for you to make the change you wish to achieve.
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Invictus Therapy and Consultation
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LCSW, MFT, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
We pull from a variety of evidenced-based practices to create treatment that meets those unique needs: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and parent management training.
My office has 5 therapists accepting Pacific Source (OHP and Commercial) and Trillium clients. We have immediate openings for adults and a waitlist for children and teens. We work with individuals, families, and couples of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. We have training and experience working with individuals with ADHD, grief and loss, DID, psychosis, on the autism spectrum, in foster care, co-parenting, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, parenting skills, school problems, defiant behaviors and family reintegration. We have a clinician fluent in Spanish with much experience conducting therapy in Spanish.
We pull from a variety of evidenced-based practices to create treatment that meets those unique needs: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and parent management training.
My office has 5 therapists accepting Pacific Source (OHP and Commercial) and Trillium clients. We have immediate openings for adults and a waitlist for children and teens. We work with individuals, families, and couples of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. We have training and experience working with individuals with ADHD, grief and loss, DID, psychosis, on the autism spectrum, in foster care, co-parenting, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, parenting skills, school problems, defiant behaviors and family reintegration. We have a clinician fluent in Spanish with much experience conducting therapy in Spanish.
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Brian Longworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, PhD, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97478 (Online Only)
I believe therapy is about a therapist and clients collaborating together to address mental health issues and or deal with life problems. I believe the client (You) is the expert about themselves concerning strengths, weaknesses, and issues of concern. I believe it is my purpose as a therapist to build a therapeutic relationship which supports the development of your insights, and life skills; including the identification of strengths, and support systems that may aid in the reduction of negative symptoms and improve quality. I do tele-health and I am hoping to be in person by summer 2025 and joined by Mason my therapy dog.
I believe therapy is about a therapist and clients collaborating together to address mental health issues and or deal with life problems. I believe the client (You) is the expert about themselves concerning strengths, weaknesses, and issues of concern. I believe it is my purpose as a therapist to build a therapeutic relationship which supports the development of your insights, and life skills; including the identification of strengths, and support systems that may aid in the reduction of negative symptoms and improve quality. I do tele-health and I am hoping to be in person by summer 2025 and joined by Mason my therapy dog.
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Stronger Oregon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Roseburg, OR 97471
We have a robust team of approximately 180+ providers, and growing, so that you can place a call, likely have someone answer and hopefully find access to treatment within the week or next. We treat all ages and most ailments. We have offices throughout Oregon and we do telehealth. Our providers cover almost all modalities, insurances and demographics so that you have a high probably of getting the right provider and the right time. Search through our list of providers on our website to see how many fit your needs. We'll do our best to be your solution and join you in a journey of healing.
We have a robust team of approximately 180+ providers, and growing, so that you can place a call, likely have someone answer and hopefully find access to treatment within the week or next. We treat all ages and most ailments. We have offices throughout Oregon and we do telehealth. Our providers cover almost all modalities, insurances and demographics so that you have a high probably of getting the right provider and the right time. Search through our list of providers on our website to see how many fit your needs. We'll do our best to be your solution and join you in a journey of healing.
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Friends of the Family
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
Friends of the Family (FOFM) is a nonprofit organization that offers top-quality counseling services for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Thanks to the generous support of donors, we can offer affordable out-of-pocket rates on a Sliding Fee Scale. We also bill certain insurance companies directly. Our Counseling Team includes Sherry Doggett (LMFT), Holly Berry (LCSW), and Professional Counselor Associates Alicia Deal (M.A.) and Kara Oyer (M.A.). See pictures below and read more about each counselor on our website (fofm.org).
Friends of the Family (FOFM) is a nonprofit organization that offers top-quality counseling services for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Thanks to the generous support of donors, we can offer affordable out-of-pocket rates on a Sliding Fee Scale. We also bill certain insurance companies directly. Our Counseling Team includes Sherry Doggett (LMFT), Holly Berry (LCSW), and Professional Counselor Associates Alicia Deal (M.A.) and Kara Oyer (M.A.). See pictures below and read more about each counselor on our website (fofm.org).
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Rand Hunt, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseburg, OR 97471
I am here to help, dedicated to your happiness and peace of mind. My first concern is you, not money. You have the abilities you need to live happy but sometimes life gets in the way. Together we can cultivate your own skills to live your life your way.
I am here to help, dedicated to your happiness and peace of mind. My first concern is you, not money. You have the abilities you need to live happy but sometimes life gets in the way. Together we can cultivate your own skills to live your life your way.
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Paula Dulcé Bloom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with unresolved trauma that is now affecting you in ways you can’t ignore? You may notice that your past trauma is affecting your current life. You may notice that your personal identity, family system, mood, and traumatic experiences all interact. If you're navigating the ways trauma can interact with mood, relationships, and the corresponding reckless behavior and identity deconstruction that can arise along the journey, I would love to help. I have extensive experience working with complex trauma in first responders, military members, and veterans.
Are you struggling with unresolved trauma that is now affecting you in ways you can’t ignore? You may notice that your past trauma is affecting your current life. You may notice that your personal identity, family system, mood, and traumatic experiences all interact. If you're navigating the ways trauma can interact with mood, relationships, and the corresponding reckless behavior and identity deconstruction that can arise along the journey, I would love to help. I have extensive experience working with complex trauma in first responders, military members, and veterans.
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Erin Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
Easily schedule now by visiting erinhugheslcsw.clientsecure.me. I am a licensed Therapist with a background in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University in Oregon and Utah. My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now, and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
Easily schedule now by visiting erinhugheslcsw.clientsecure.me. I am a licensed Therapist with a background in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University in Oregon and Utah. My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now, and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
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Cindy Nesiba Counseling and Supervision
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Waitlist for new clients
Currently accepting new clients with over 25 years of experience, I specialize in working with children and families, as well as trauma work, depression and anxiety, chronic illness and chronic pain. However you define your family, we often need ways to better connect and support each other with tools that can be learned inside and out of a therapy, but are only as good as they are useful.
Currently accepting new clients with over 25 years of experience, I specialize in working with children and families, as well as trauma work, depression and anxiety, chronic illness and chronic pain. However you define your family, we often need ways to better connect and support each other with tools that can be learned inside and out of a therapy, but are only as good as they are useful.
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Brighter Minds Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97405
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, children, couples and families employing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to assist clients in freeing themselves from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma and the effects of developmental attachment disorders which can manifest as anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, anger issues and conflicts in relationships.
I work with individuals, children, couples and families employing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to assist clients in freeing themselves from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma and the effects of developmental attachment disorders which can manifest as anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, anger issues and conflicts in relationships.
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Keyonna S McCulloch
Clinical Social Work Associate, CWSA, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97405
My passion comes from helping people grow internally as well as external. I believe in meeting people where they are and equipping them with the tools they need to connect with insight and peace. I strive to create a space that feels safe where this work can be done. I believe that each one of us has the capacity to heal and experience health and wholeness. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds especially those looking to use faith integration in practice. I also enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with depression and anxiety in particular kids and youth. I utilize a strengths-based approach in practice.
My passion comes from helping people grow internally as well as external. I believe in meeting people where they are and equipping them with the tools they need to connect with insight and peace. I strive to create a space that feels safe where this work can be done. I believe that each one of us has the capacity to heal and experience health and wholeness. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds especially those looking to use faith integration in practice. I also enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with depression and anxiety in particular kids and youth. I utilize a strengths-based approach in practice.
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Being told your voice is not valued because you’re young is the worst. Your voice matters. Often as a young adult/teen/child, we’re told, “just do it,” and “that’s just the way it is.” Or maybe you’re the parent wanting to connect with your child and asking yourself, “what happened?” I am here to support Gen Z and/or their families with each family member finding their voice, being seen for their individuality, and fostering reconnection with one another and your family’s roots/values. Every voice in the family matters and is valuable and strong and I would be honored to support your quest in nurturing this personal/family growth.
Being told your voice is not valued because you’re young is the worst. Your voice matters. Often as a young adult/teen/child, we’re told, “just do it,” and “that’s just the way it is.” Or maybe you’re the parent wanting to connect with your child and asking yourself, “what happened?” I am here to support Gen Z and/or their families with each family member finding their voice, being seen for their individuality, and fostering reconnection with one another and your family’s roots/values. Every voice in the family matters and is valuable and strong and I would be honored to support your quest in nurturing this personal/family growth.
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Great Lakes Perinatal Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
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Ryan E. Catarius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97333
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Ryan and I am a child and family therapist. I have extensive experience and training in working with children and young adults from 3-25 years old. My specialities lie in treating the person and family for trauma, depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, anger issues, problems with communication, relationship building, and safety risks.
Hello, my name is Ryan and I am a child and family therapist. I have extensive experience and training in working with children and young adults from 3-25 years old. My specialities lie in treating the person and family for trauma, depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, anger issues, problems with communication, relationship building, and safety risks.
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Mia Schroer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330 (Online Only)
Often, we find ourselves stuck, with thoughts, feelings, and patterns that can undermine the hopes we have for ourselves and our lives. We may be struggling with depression or anxiety, a relationship, an inner critic that will not quiet, a lack of meaning/purpose, or life transitions. My intention is to create a safe, nonjudgmental, authentic space where all parts of you are welcome and where your full self is acknowledged and heard. With a deeply felt understanding of mind-body healing, I use a holistic approach that provides opportunities for greater physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Often, we find ourselves stuck, with thoughts, feelings, and patterns that can undermine the hopes we have for ourselves and our lives. We may be struggling with depression or anxiety, a relationship, an inner critic that will not quiet, a lack of meaning/purpose, or life transitions. My intention is to create a safe, nonjudgmental, authentic space where all parts of you are welcome and where your full self is acknowledged and heard. With a deeply felt understanding of mind-body healing, I use a holistic approach that provides opportunities for greater physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
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Stronger Oregon - Telehealth Throughout Oregon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97405
We are a team of 60 counselors who are accepting new patients and have a team of administrators coordinating services to get you seen quickly. --Life isn't easy or often how we hoped it to be-- We have all faced obstacles at some point in our lives and will continue to do so because of events often outside of our control. There are many circumstances that can overwhelm: Depression; Anxiety; Anger; Grief/Loss; Violence; Bullying; Trauma; Work; Family life; Divorce; Behavioral issues; Worry; School; this list is endless. Whether they are past, present or future, sometimes it is nice to have someone to support you.
We are a team of 60 counselors who are accepting new patients and have a team of administrators coordinating services to get you seen quickly. --Life isn't easy or often how we hoped it to be-- We have all faced obstacles at some point in our lives and will continue to do so because of events often outside of our control. There are many circumstances that can overwhelm: Depression; Anxiety; Anger; Grief/Loss; Violence; Bullying; Trauma; Work; Family life; Divorce; Behavioral issues; Worry; School; this list is endless. Whether they are past, present or future, sometimes it is nice to have someone to support you.
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My name is Amaelo Ezeonwuka, I’m a therapist that focuses on Individual, marriage and family therapy. Everyone has the potential to make positive changes in their lives. Making those changes is more likely when you find a therapist who is empathetic and authentic-someone with whom you can connect and trust. I am trained in a variety of supported psychological treatments. Although many of these therapeutic techniques are highly structured, I take an individualized approach to understand my clients, viewing each client as unique with personal life experiences belonging only to you.
My name is Amaelo Ezeonwuka, I’m a therapist that focuses on Individual, marriage and family therapy. Everyone has the potential to make positive changes in their lives. Making those changes is more likely when you find a therapist who is empathetic and authentic-someone with whom you can connect and trust. I am trained in a variety of supported psychological treatments. Although many of these therapeutic techniques are highly structured, I take an individualized approach to understand my clients, viewing each client as unique with personal life experiences belonging only to you.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.