LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Tigard, OR

Tailwind ADHD offers ADHD assessment, 1:1 therapy, and groups for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and relationships issues. Text us to schedule a consultation at (971) 999-3193 www.tailwindadhd.com We'd love to talk with you.

Feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? Having difficulties with a partner? Or worried about your child? Please call or email for an appointment. I would really like to hear from you! Life situations and changes can bring a lot of stress. I bring calmness to sessions, while focusing on clients’ strengths. In the beginning, I will develop clear goals around behaviors or thoughts the client(s) wants to change, and a potential time frame for services. I use multiple modalities to connect with clients and accomplish those goals.

I believe therapy is a partnership between the therapist and the client. Therefore, it is important for me to exercise collaborative problem solving as an approach to build and form a positive therapeutic relationship and alliance with the individuals that I serve. I am trained in using several modalities and treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused treatment, Motivational interviewing, Collaborative Problem Solving, and Person-Centered Therapy.

I offer both traditional general therapy and sex therapy, with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship. Please navigate to my website if you'd like to learn more about my therapeutic style and background.

Please, make yourself comfortable with a cozy blanket or a hot cup of tea. Then, let’s talk about you. About how life keeps wearing you out because it’s always one thing after another. But you keep going. Trying so hard to keep everything running smoothly or everyone happy. Meanwhile, you plaster on a smile, barely masking the irritability and emptiness. On really tough days, you begin to wonder if something is wrong with you. It’s a brutal cycle of spirals! Let me help you manage and heal from this!

Currently waitlisting new clients. Recommendation for contact: for shorter wait times please email to request a session or more information. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of unconditional positive regard, where we are accepted for who we are, and who we wish to become. My role is to walk alongside my clients in a supportive role as you process and heal. The therapy room is a safe place that holds space for exploration, growth, and an opportunity for personal evolution.

Need help as an individual or a couple? Looking for EMDR? Or help with reactivity, strained communication? I help people suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, disordered eating, relationship issues, abuse recovery, finding your identity again, and learning new coping skills. I help people work on changing their eating patterns, their emotions around food, body image, and commitment to recovery . I help couples using Gottman and EFT to de-escalate conflict, and begin to communicate in a healthy way together. I can also help you use meditation, sound, movement, art, or spirituality in addition to talk therapy to relieve stress.

A quick note about reaching me: using email will allow me to respond more quickly. My dog Lady, an emotional support animal, occasionally sits in on our sessions. You may choose to opt out of having her in the room if you are uncomfortable with her presence. Therapy is a sacred space to express yourself fully and honestly with the assurance of receiving empathy devoid of judgment. Lady is an expert at this! Our life stories are shaped by relationships and events. Work-related stressors, grief, difficult relationships, substance use struggles, anxiety, depression…all of these take a toll on our mental well-being.

In therapy, I firmly believe in tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual client, couple, or family. I take into consideration your personal beliefs about therapy, as well as the specific issues you are facing. Some of the theories I have worked with include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Art Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Family Systems Approach, and Solution Focused Therapy.

I specialize in youth/adolescents and younger adults, particularly those with Anxiety, AD/HD, and/or Depression, or just life challenges. I do individual and family therapy, depending on the needs. I work with younger adults who have struggles with failure to launch, college coping struggles, or adults struggling with Anxiety, Depression, and/or AD/HD. Also, if you are having struggles with parenting or helping your child with their struggles; I have specialized in working in these areas for over 15 years. Feel free to contact to see if we are a good fit! I am doing Telehealth and In person sessions.

Seeking counseling is a brave step and shows you are already taking action to explore changes in your life. I’m excited for you to start this process and am here to provide support and compassion along your journey. You are capable of moving mountains but know that you do not need to do it alone. Humans are excellent at finding ways to temporarily avoid painful feelings by hiding them from ourselves and others, soothing discomfort with distractions, work, denial, substance use, pursuit of pleasure, and many other strategies. Long term avoidance is not only ineffective but often creates increasingly severe emotional pain and

Currently accepting clients aged 14+ and families. Often times, teens have a hard time expressing themselves and processing their stress, leading to eating disorders, substance use, and other behavioral issues. Whether your teen needs new coping skills, or your family is looking for wrap around support, I believe families are the key to healing. Individual and family therapy can provide space to improve communication, repair wounds, and build the skills needed to support teens through crisis.

I believe everyone has the ability to succeed and positively cope with stressors in life, but many of us simply need help accessing the necessary tools. I entered the counseling profession with the desire to serve others suffering from damaged relationships and declining self-esteem—and to help them ultimately achieve wellness, freedom and healing. You don’t have to go through this alone. I take a compassionate, genuine and client-centered approach to my work as we pursue changes using a Family Systems/holistic approach to therapy. My couples work is rooted in the research of the Gottman Institute in conjunction with EFT.

I am interested in working with people who are feeling stuck in areas of their life and are ready to make changes, yet need guidance in doing so. I am skilled in relating with and attuning to people, helping them to feel seen and understood. With this gained perspective I enjoy collaborating with individuals, working together to come up with their next best steps in a way that is empowered and easeful. I feel it is important to check in along the way and determine if more or different support is needed throughout the process. I want the client to feel that they are fully seen, cared for, and supported during our time together.

Engaging in therapy is a courageous process in which the dark becomes less daunting, and new possibilities emerge. My goal is to provide a compassionate and clarifying space as we work together toward healing, change, and your optimal quality of life. "I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night." (Sarah Williams)

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Oregon and I have more than 15 years of clinical experience. The majority of my clinical work was for the Oregon State Hospital and the Department of Corrections. I believe that each individual has the potential to change and move toward a healthy and satisfying lifestyle. In therapy, I draw on client strengths and provide opportunities to explore client thoughts, feelings and behaviors to assist with client insight and awareness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and I am committed to providing the best practice clinical services to my clients.

So you’re a millennial woman listening to podcasts and reading books about how to show up “bigger” in your life, have more confidence, and create the life you really want. You want to understand and resolve the anxiety you feel when you think about saying no to friends or expressing your true opinions at work. You’re so tired of agreeing to things only to later regret it and then feel guilty if you don’t follow through. Maybe you’re staying in relationships that feel more like an obligation than a true pleasure, resulting in dread or avoidance. Life is really busy with lots of friends, but you’re left feeling empty and unfulfilled.

I enjoy working with people who wish there was something different about their life; people who feel stuck. I believe that we're all born with innate wisdom that knows what to do next but oftentimes, that quiet knowing can get lost in the noise of life. My goal is to facilitate a space where we can learn how you can access your intuition so you can make decisions to move out of that "stuck" place and begin to create relationships that you feel not only fulfilled by but proud of.

Whatever you're facing, I'll help: Depression, anxiety, grief, pain, sleep problems, health issues, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, or desire for personal growth. Just be yourself. I provide safety and acceptance to explore difficult situations, thoughts, and emotions. I interact. I offer information and insights. I listen intently. People say I get to the heart of the matter quickly and concisely. You'll learn skills to better manage life. Couples often need a third party to see issues and change what isn't working. If you're willing to take a new look, I'll help figure out how to make the relationship work.