Female Therapists in Saint Johns, Portland, OR

Healing is a subtle & gradual process, & thankfully we don't have to do it alone. In supporting your healing process, my desire is to see you move from constriction (pain/trauma/symptoms) into expansion (pleasure/liberation/alignment with self). I believe we do this by: recognizing the barriers in our lives, finding the ways in which trauma has been stuck & stored within the body, & gently moving through stagnant pain/symptoms by establishing safety & recalibrating the nervous system together. Therapy is a beautiful co-creative process where we get to support the life you envision; one that honors your most sacred self!

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or struggling with obsessive thoughts and compulsions? As a therapist specializing in anxiety and OCD, I understand the unique challenges that people face in managing these conditions. Using evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I can help you develop practical strategies to overcome your fears and regain control of your life. Whether it's social anxiety holding you back from enjoying life to the fullest or intrusive thoughts disrupting your daily activities, together we can work towards building resilience and finding peace of mind. Let's get started.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty-five years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a range of concerns from active delusions, paranoid ideations, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, drug usage, and a range of other mood disorders.

My ideal client struggles with issues like hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, digestive problems, and insomnia. They seek a holistic approach to uncover the root causes of their symptoms and desire sustainable, natural solutions. Their goals include achieving balanced health, improving energy levels, and restoring restful sleep. They want personalized care that empowers them with knowledge and tools to take control of their health journey, leading to lasting well-being and a vibrant, unrestricted life.

Welcome! My name is Eileen and I am a biracial clinician of Chamorro (Pacific Islander) and Mexican descent. It is my mission to provide specialized treatment for children, youth, & adults in areas of mental health recovery (depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and complex trauma), racial identity, women’s wellness, body image issues, complex trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, intercultural relationships, life transitions, ancestral/intergenerational trauma, and somatic therapy. I am committed as an ally to human rights and the issues of social/racial justice, equity, and equality for all.

Parenting a child with challenging behaviors can feel like navigating New York City with a map of Chicago. It's confusing, stressful and incredibly lonely. The “tried and true” parenting approaches do not seem to help your child be “less challenging” (and in fact, often make things worse), and the traditional parenting advice from mainstream “experts” feels tone-deaf when it comes to to your experience. You've researched on-line, and you still find yourself wishing there was someone who could understand your unique experience and offer expert guidance that puts you and your child, and your family on a path to healing.

I'm an African American mental health therapist who was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. As an African American person in Portland Oregon, I acutely recognize the health and safety risks associated with being a black person in a city where African Americans represent approximately 6% of the population.

Counseling is not one-size-fits-all. My approach is to allow the client to tell their story in an open, judgement-free environment creating a safe and trusting connection with treatment designed according to what makes sense to you. Whether you need assistance in processing your experiences, have a specific problem/habit, are seeking general growth, or simply need support and a trusting connection. I offer short and long-term treatment designed to work with you and your unique situation and experiences.

I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing a safe place for all. I am trauma-informed and come from a strengths-based approach, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. I am honored to work with individuals who trust me with their stories and enjoy walking alongside my clients as they go through the therapeutic process.

I provide therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of strengths and challenges. I integrate expressive arts with Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you process feelings and experiences, reduce inner conflict, and improve relationships. I use a multi-arts, or intermodal, approach, which means I use movement, visual art, music and sound, writing, and mindfulness as therapeutic tools to initiate healing and change. Since this work is based on the creative process and not the resulting product, no background or training in the arts is required to benefit.

Due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19, I am now offering sessions via phone & confidential video platforms. Stay Safe & Connected. Re-discover your natural strength & deep rooted source of power. Give yourself permission to do you. Overcome stress & enjoy your daily challenges. Explore early attachment & its impact on your current self-view. Improve your relationships. Rewrite self-script. Plan your next move while learning to be in this moment. Discover reasons to be holistic. Transform negative energy into creative ability. I am a proponent of deep self care as well as setting realistic goals & actionable plans.

I love chatting with people about life- the highs and lows, and everything along the way. I can bring a grounded perspective to our conversations, as well as new ideas around things that may be on your mind. There are many angles that we could use in our work together. We could speak archetypally, transpersonally - holding the big picture in mind. We could use the language of psychology - I love sharing theoretical constructs that might be useful as we walk along our paths in life. We could just chat as one human to another, in a down-to-earth, connective way.

I work with trauma survivors who find themselves locked into old patterns of behavior that can be confusing or damaging. My clients are often stressed out and overwhelmed. They focus on keeping everyone around them happy and are cued into any slight sign of conflict. They are often perfectionists and overachievers, but they have a hard time feeling good about themselves. They struggle to feel safe and connected in relationships and often have attachment styles that have been shaped by trauma and can feel anxious or disconnected and suffocated.

Taking this leap to seeking therapy services and placing value on your mental health takes an immense amount of courage, and I am glad you’re here. I believe that all individuals have the ability within themselves to find their path to hope and healing, and I would be honored to walk that journey with you. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor enthusiastic about helping adult individuals to better their mental health in plenty of life areas. It is my passion to empower folks to become the healthiest version of themselves.

I provide holistic psychotherapy to adult individuals ready to embark on a deep and kind healing exploration towards their therapeutic goals. I have a passion for helping people find their power and rewrite the story of who they are. I have extensive experience helping with anxiety and depression, family-of-origin issues, internalized shame and self-criticism, relational or intergenerational trauma, complex trauma, and more. I also have specific knowledge working with people stable in their 12-Step recovery who are looking to dive deeper to heal roots issues; and I have unique insights into helping transplants from other countries.

I can help you rewire your brain and improve your life. Is your life, or your relationship, not quite where you want it to be? Are you feeling stuck or misunderstood? Are you struggling with anxiety, codependency, depression, PTSD, or grief? Do you feel as if your past trauma is negatively impacting your current life? If so, I can help. As an expert in individual and couple counseling, I’m deeply passionate about helping people improve their relationships, enhance their emotional well-being, break free of anxiety and depression, discover their strengths, and re-empower their lives.

Hi and welcome to Story Unfolding LLC. I believe therapy to be a dynamic process which can facilitate a greater understanding of self and others while providing gentle direction in shifting long standing beliefs, patterns, and behaviors. We all have stories of our lives we recite to ourselves and others; some of these stories are ones which build us up while others are ones which hold us hostage. We also all have histories in these stories; histories of identities we hold, labels we were given, trauma we experienced, circumstances we can never understand, behaviors we are not proud of, and the list goes on.

My experience serving couples, individuals, and families for the past decade, along with my education in relationship therapy, has shown me the immense power of relationships (with ourselves, significant others, and with nature) for personal growth and self-actualization. Working as a wilderness therapist has only solidified this view for me. I practice relationship therapy as well as relationship and life coaching. My role is to guide you in achieving the personal and relational growth you are looking for. Let's work together to create a healthy relationship and a nourishing and joyful existence out of your life.

I specialize in helping deep feelers and thinkers heal past wounds, generational and belonging trauma, and break cycles that feel overwhelming in order to live a life aligned with your passions, dreams and values. We co-create a space to work on a profound level so you can actualize your healing potential and experience the wellness you desire. If you value community impact and want to contribute to collective healing, we need to address our own wounds and patterns. It is possible to experience relief, confidence, and feel grounded and aligned in yourself, your relationships and life. Now offering ADHD/ASD assessments for adults.