Grief Therapists in Terrebonne, OR

Bereavement, suicide loss, loss of a pet, life transitions, difficulties in relationship to others and to self are some of the reasons people seek counseling. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place for clients to work through problems, discover their strengths, and find hope for healing and change. It takes courage to reach out and seek support when you recognize that what you are doing on your own doesn't seem to be working. My hope is that you will start your journey to healing.

Are you struggling with grief or trapped in the grip of past trauma? Grief and trauma can weigh heavily on our hearts and minds, casting shadows on our lives and hindering our ability to move forward. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one, a way of life, or struggling with a sense of loss within yourself, loneliness, insecurity, and uncertainty may cloud your days. I specialize in guiding individuals through the healing journey of grief and trauma recovery, offering a path to rediscover joy and purpose. If you've experienced a traumatic past, you may find yourself battling depression, anxiety, or feelings of inadequacy.

I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health an EMDR specializing in perinatal mental health. I utilize EMDR therapy to support individuals in healing from birth and reproductive trauma, miscarriage and pregnancy loss, unplanned cesarean birth, homebirth to hospital transfer, birth story processing and healing perinatal mood disorders. I also support individuals with perinatal grief and loss, VBAC preparation, and those who are trying to conceive or who are currently pregnant in preparation for birth and with self-advocacy in birthing spaces.

I believe it is the quality of the relationship which transforms and helps people heal, grow and change. I try to help you feel safe, comfortable and trusting so this process can begin and take hold to where you trust yourself with more certainty. I treat individuals with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship problems, grief and loss, and sexual addiction. I consider all of the individual, one's beliefs, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, past, present and future experiences. I use a combinations of therapies such as, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Emotion-Focused with couples.

I have worked for over 30 years as a psychotherapist in the public and private sector serving clients of all ethnicities, cultures, spirituality, and sexual identities. My specializations include Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Identity, Parenting, Couples, Grief, and Bereavement as well as issues stemming from the trauma experience. I have successfully worked with both male and female survivors of sexual assault.

Are you struggling with life's inevitable challenges? Whether it be due to anxiety, depression, recent or past trauma, or difficulty transitioning from one life event to the next, let's work together to create a plan tailored to your needs. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to develop insight into your struggles to help overcome these challenges. I provide a gentle and direct approach, creating an inviting, safe space for exploration and reflection to facilitate personal growth.

Searching for a therapist is the first positive step you can take. I am passionate about working with adult individuals who feel stuck or disconnected. My clients might have had traumatic experiences in their lives, be struggling with addiction, grief, anxiety or depression or may be dissatisfied their current circumstances. I’d like to provide you an opportunity for growth and healing to increase happiness and success, to ensure you are living an authentic and fulfilling life.

My name is Heather Wheeler and I provide counseling for clients ages 12 to 100! I work with clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma, such as sexual abuse or family violence; anxiety; depression; self-harm; low self-esteem; grief; and many others. I often use expressive arts and sandtray therapy to assist clients in further exploring difficult topics. I currently have a small bit of availability and also have a waitlist if my availability does not meet your needs.

We all find ourselves in dark places at time in our lives. This is a part of life. What is important is that we do not stay living in the dark. Sometimes we need help to break out of the darkness in our lives and minds. Trauma, loss, grief, substance use, and disrupted relationships can all result in finding yourself in a dark place.

Finding someone to speak with and asking for help is a courageous step. I understand how it can be to share personal information with someone you have just met and I will hold this position with respect. Many people come to therapy for support with anxiety, depression, stress, loss and relationship issues. For some, therapy is more about understanding themselves, changing patterns of behavior that are outdated and they are making efforts to move forward. Therapy is not about advice giving, although many times, problem solving is part of the process. Change seems more likely when there is someone listening to us and we feel encouraged. It's also useful to speak with someone who has knowledge of the most effective strategies for change. It is my hope that whatever your reason for seeking therapy, together we can create a useful experience for you.

Are you feeling anxious, hopeless, frustrated, or stuck in your current life chapter? We all try our best to navigate the challenges life throws at us, but sometimes it can become too much to bear on our own. Moving through life, these issues can accumulate leading to unresolved trauma that leaks into all facets of who we are. Working through current and previous life stressors and traumas can help to find balance and peace in the present. We all need support at times through the tremendous difficulties life has a way of throwing at us.

I believe the key to having a good therapeutic outcome, is finding a therapist who you are compatible with. I have honed my skills over the years working with Individuals, Families, Couples, and Children. As a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, I have been specifically educated and trained in working with people on their relationships. My specialty is in treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and grief. As my client, you will unfold at your own rate. Therapy sessions will look different for each person, as we each have different needs. We will work together, towards your goals, in a safe and nonjudgemental place.

I support people to balance their nervous system by contextualizing their experience within the Polyvagal theory. I work with attachment wounding to rewire the neural circuitry of the brain and utilize somatic experience to create an internal sense of safety. This will create a loving and kind environment to come home to when all other coping skills are not working. With commitment to the process and yourself, your life is guaranteed to change. I utilize blends of Spiritual Psych, IFS, EMDR, Gestalt, Existential, Somatic Experiencing, Solution Focused, PACT and Positive Psychology.

I am currently accepting new clients! My approach to therapy is a deeply relational one. Recognizing that we can’t heal from our wounds unless our pain is held, honored, and met with compassion, and yet sometimes we need encouragement to bravely step towards difficult spaces in our lives, I strive to find the most effective balance between challenge and compassion with each unique individual I work with.

Welcome! I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families at Infinite Healing Solutions in Redmond, Oregon. My mission is to help individuals empower themselves and identify behavioral, cognitive, and emotional patterns that no longer benefit their personal goals. I enjoy working with individuals who may be struggling with family conflict, relationship problems, trauma, depression, or grief. I have specialized expertise in LGBTQ+ relationships, Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM), and Sex Positivity (Kink Allied).