Anger Management Therapists in Chinatown, Portland, OR

You want to reach your potential, feel good about yourself, and live your best life. Sometimes you feel insignificant or isolated. You’ve lost your sense of purpose, feel dissatisfied or unfulfilled. The future is scary, the past is shameful. It’s hard to let go of anger, you have a short fuse. Your relationships are lacking or need healing. You’re being weighed down by shame, held back by procrastination, or numbed by grief. It's hard to meet people, dating is harder. You're just miserable and don't know why. Life is hard, but you only get one: you deserve to live it as your whole, authentic self.

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.

Are you tired of those frustrating phone calls from the school saying that your child got into another fight? Or has been suspended again? Are you tired of looking at your child's behavior sheet and seeing multiple numbers circled? If you are tired of your child's color being changed to red or number being change, I understand your frustration. Having 20 years of experience working in the public schools as a Certified School Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Special Ed Teacher, I can help.

Therapy is a collaborative process where I try to help clients find what isn't working in their lives and help them "try on" different ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. Therapy can at times be a "trial and error" where I provide coping skills for my clients and see if what I provided is useful. Although I make it a point to use evidence-based practices, I also take into consideration the context of my client's life and the current world climate when exploring issues and what would be most effective in their path for change.

My name is Wendy Frankle. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, and a member of the American Counseling Association. My specialty and passion is working with adolescent girls and their families as well as Grief Recovery. I have 19+ years experience working with children and their families ages 6-18 years who have emotional difficulties as well as a wide range of diagnosis. I will strive to provide a safe, nurturing environment where we can work together to plant the seeds necessary for your health, hope and happiness.

As an experienced therapist I work to create a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere for you to explore important issues in your life. Through a safe and compassionate environment we can address painful patterns that prevent you from living a fuller life and build positive inner resources that empower you to find more joy. The therapy relationship can provide solace and support in difficult times helping you to remember and access your own innate wisdom.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have dedicated much of my professional life to working with children and families. In my family work, I have enjoyed working with adults and have expanded my practice to include adults. I have worked in a variety of positions which include the following: therapist, youth advocate, teacher, youth employment specialist, Big Brother/Big Sister Coordinator, parent/teen mediator, mentor, coach, youth crew leader and Peace Corps Volunteer. These experiences have provided a wealth of insight into the human condition. They have enriched my life and often inform my work as a therapist.

I offer a mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy for those seeking relationship health and more harmony in their lives. If you're struggling in your relationship or with your child, stuck in painful patterns, or longing for more authenticity and connection within yourself, I can help. As someone who's had to work hard to feel strong on the inside, to balance work and nurture healthy relationships, I understand the struggles of trying to keep it all together. My aim is to help you find more harmony and peace of mind. It is possible.

I value being real and supportive at the same time. I love what I do as a therapist and believe in being safe, trusting and accepting, no matter what may come! My office is (ever so slightly) cluttered and often gets the term "homey & comfortable" Dogs are welcome as well, due to their positive therapeutic benefit for their people (owners, minders & guardians). I value humor (when appropriate...granted, that's open to interpretation, right??!!) and use it as the situation arises, as in a give-and-take dynamic relationship. Life-long gamer & D&D geek, btw. :)

In my work with you, I will focus on finding creative solutions to your unmet life-needs. I work with individuals needing help with Anxiety Disorders, Couples Counseling, ADHD and Gifted populations and more. My clients consistently describe me as warm, interactive, compassionate, and effective. My approach is practical, solutions-focused, highlighting both your strengths and growth areas for more adaptive living. Your treatment will include evidence-based treatments that are efficient and effective, such as: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), Exposure Therapy and Biofeedback.

At the heart of every client lies truth and infinite potential. That is why I love my job. Spirited Quest Counseling was born out of the conviction that when an individual sets an intention to heal, they and those around them are transformed. I provide individual and couples counseling that promotes healing, well-being, self-awareness and empowerment along with the endurance, courage and skills to move from a life of survival to one of thriving. I specialize in treating clients impacted by the effects of trauma, spiritual struggle, depression and anxiety.

I'm all about helping people become more of themselves. If you are looking to discover and implement your own unique path forward, I may be the right counselor for you. I work with individuals and couples to resolve anxieties, manage the impact of chronic illness, and unravel old and constricting patterns, as well as resolve relationship conflicts and deepen emotional intimacy. Every person has strengths they are not yet aware of, as well as capacity to develop the skills and awareness needed for their life situation. It's my job to support your growth and flourishing, as well as deep self-care.

I believe in a practical, researched, but empathetic and compassionate approached to therapy that helps patients gain greater awareness of themselves and their relationships, in addition to finding meaning and purpose in life. Together we will examine your options, expand your perspective, and arrive at solutions that are in your best interest.

I have worked with varied populations throughout Louisiana and Oregon; most often with male & female adults, couples, adolescents, and children ages 7-11. I have addressed multiple varied needs including sexual dysfunction, gang activity, drug use, domestic violence, PTSD, personality, mood disorders as well as relationship issues. **Education: I have a bachelor's degree (4 years) in Psychology (Oregon State University, Corvallis). I also have (one year) education (Holy Cross College, New Orleans, Louisiana) in Marriage and Family Therapy. I acquired a master's degree in Social Work (3 year master's program) from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.

I work with women who want to feel empowered, encouraged and build confidence and self-esteem. I will help you embrace your unique strengths, build resilience against life's challenges and overcome self-limiting beliefs. Together, we'll explore and enhance your self-esteem, fostering a positive self-image that empowers you in all aspects of your life. Whether you're navigating relationship shifts, career changes, parenting challenges and/or personal growth, I'm here to support you through life's transitions.

If you're grappling with PTSD and depression, finding a therapeutic space where your voice is heard, and your experiences are validated is crucial. This approach is for those seeking an empathetic listener and a therapy grounded in recognizing and building upon your strengths. If you value being seen for who you are and desire therapy that respects your unique journey while adhering to the highest ethical standards, you're in the right place. Our work together will be about honoring your experiences, leveraging your inherent strengths, and moving towards healing at your pace.

I practice from several approaches, but something that makes me different is my training and ability to practice Anti-Racist Trauma-Informed Care when appropriate and indicated for consenting clients. Unequal access to resources and social prejudice and discrimination creates difference of opportunity that shape people and family’s ability to create sustainable predictability, which often leaders to intergenerational trauma and stress. This area of focus is often disregarded or uncomfortable to discuss, with therapy being little exception to that rule.

I’m similar to the clients I work with in a lot of ways. Before becoming a psychologist, I held numerous jobs as a warehouse worker, a cook, a salesman, a teacher, and a nurse. I began working in mental health in the 1983 first as an assistant for hospitalized persons suffering with mental illness. I then became a psychiatric nurse where I helped clients with their medications the psychiatrist prescribed them. For the last 24 years I have provided psychotherapy to hundreds of clients. I think my long time working as a therapist and my down to earth nature is what makes me different.

Therapy is a wonder to me. It’s a powerful space where we can nurture a safe environment to explore the painful aspects of the human experience. At times, we can undergo a profound feeling of being stuck or lost without knowing how to find relief. I love coming alongside people on that journey, bringing a curious, non-judgmental stance to your healing process. I'd want to give more gentle attention to both your light and shadow in hopes to reduce inner conflict and promote a deeper and more kind self-inquiry. Through compassion, warmth, and much-needed humor, my hope is to bring ease as you travel uneasy waters.