Compassion Focused Therapists in Troutdale, OR
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Wishing Wellness Counseling and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troutdale, OR 97060
Email is best, not calls! I work with any age, any need. I work most often with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, life changes, work-related stress, and chronic pain. I take a very practical approach to helping you find peace and healing with your struggles. This is a safe, non-judgmental place to receive validation, support, feedback, and proactive help. Email is best to reach me, not phone, as phone calls disturb sessions.
Email is best, not calls! I work with any age, any need. I work most often with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, life changes, work-related stress, and chronic pain. I take a very practical approach to helping you find peace and healing with your struggles. This is a safe, non-judgmental place to receive validation, support, feedback, and proactive help. Email is best to reach me, not phone, as phone calls disturb sessions.
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Secret Room Therapy Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Troutdale, OR 97060
The Secret Room is the ancient word for chrysalis.Its within the walls of the chrysalis "the safe and protected space" that total transformation takes place. It is the secrets that are within our family systems the secrets that we keep from ourselves and the secrets that others keep that we need to be freed from. Within the safety of The Secret Room you will be able to transform to your highest potential and unveil the secrets that hold you back from the life you truly want and deserve!
The Secret Room is the ancient word for chrysalis.Its within the walls of the chrysalis "the safe and protected space" that total transformation takes place. It is the secrets that are within our family systems the secrets that we keep from ourselves and the secrets that others keep that we need to be freed from. Within the safety of The Secret Room you will be able to transform to your highest potential and unveil the secrets that hold you back from the life you truly want and deserve!
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Heather Baucum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troutdale, OR 97060
Waitlist for new clients
The therapy I offer focuses on making gentle contact with powerful thoughts, emotions, or memories that consciously or unconsciously knock us on our ass. Even the way we talk to ourselves can perpetuate struggle and hurt. Lets work to offer care and compassion to the self who has been harmed, strengthen a kinder relationship with this self, and develop insight into why we do the things we do. Lets explore new ways of staying connected and engaged in the here and now. All of my work is infused with Compassion (karuna) and Loving Kindness (metta).
The therapy I offer focuses on making gentle contact with powerful thoughts, emotions, or memories that consciously or unconsciously knock us on our ass. Even the way we talk to ourselves can perpetuate struggle and hurt. Lets work to offer care and compassion to the self who has been harmed, strengthen a kinder relationship with this self, and develop insight into why we do the things we do. Lets explore new ways of staying connected and engaged in the here and now. All of my work is infused with Compassion (karuna) and Loving Kindness (metta).
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Sanctuary Christian Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-RA, NCC
Verified Verified
Troutdale, OR 97060
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes life becomes too much to handle. Anxiety builds and depression sets in. Often friends or family don't understand why you feel the way you do. Your Pastor may not have the time to really listen and help you figure things out.
Sometimes life becomes too much to handle. Anxiety builds and depression sets in. Often friends or family don't understand why you feel the way you do. Your Pastor may not have the time to really listen and help you figure things out.
More Therapists Nearby
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Megan Sompolski
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97086 (Online Only)
I am experienced in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy.
Exclusively Telehealth: Congrats on making your mental health a priority! I see counseling as an opportunity of self-exploration and growth. I am passionate about helping my clients gain a better understanding of their story and how their previous experiences in life are influencing their present. I strive to create a safe environment for my clients, one in which they feel heard and understood with no judgement. I have had the pleasure of working with individuals from all different ages, cultures, backgrounds, and cognitive/developmental levels. I am here to meet you where you are at, and help you meet your goals.
I am experienced in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy.
Exclusively Telehealth: Congrats on making your mental health a priority! I see counseling as an opportunity of self-exploration and growth. I am passionate about helping my clients gain a better understanding of their story and how their previous experiences in life are influencing their present. I strive to create a safe environment for my clients, one in which they feel heard and understood with no judgement. I have had the pleasure of working with individuals from all different ages, cultures, backgrounds, and cognitive/developmental levels. I am here to meet you where you are at, and help you meet your goals.
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Jessica Rowan at Embrace Today Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97086 (Online Only)
I work from a compassion focused lens using techniques from DBT, IFS and EMDR to promote reattachment to self and healing of trauma wounds.
If you are a person in Colorado or Oregon and have a desire to heal from past trauma or attachment wounds, I would love to be a part of your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Colorado and Oregon and provide fully remote teletherapy services to clients in both states. My goal with Embrace Today Counseling is to create a safe space where trauma and attachment wounds can be interacted with and healed in a way that allows the client to feel completely aligned, stable, and confident. Clinically I practice from a trauma informed, whole person perspective and believe that the client is the expert on themselves.
I work from a compassion focused lens using techniques from DBT, IFS and EMDR to promote reattachment to self and healing of trauma wounds.
If you are a person in Colorado or Oregon and have a desire to heal from past trauma or attachment wounds, I would love to be a part of your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Colorado and Oregon and provide fully remote teletherapy services to clients in both states. My goal with Embrace Today Counseling is to create a safe space where trauma and attachment wounds can be interacted with and healed in a way that allows the client to feel completely aligned, stable, and confident. Clinically I practice from a trauma informed, whole person perspective and believe that the client is the expert on themselves.
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Danielle Render Turmaud
Professional Counselor Associate, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97220 (Online Only)
We all deserve a space where we can be seen, heard, accepted, and valued. My goal as a therapist is to provide a counseling environment characterized by compassion and unconditional positive regard where together we can meet you authentically for who you are, right where you are, wherever that is. Whether you are coming to therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, or something else, I believe in a collaborative journey that provides a space for you to be, explore, grow, and heal.
We all deserve a space where we can be seen, heard, accepted, and valued. My goal as a therapist is to provide a counseling environment characterized by compassion and unconditional positive regard where together we can meet you authentically for who you are, right where you are, wherever that is. Whether you are coming to therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, or something else, I believe in a collaborative journey that provides a space for you to be, explore, grow, and heal.
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As a trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapist, I approach therapy with a lot of curiosity, gentleness, and eagerness to explore what is happening for clients in the present moment. I often encourage clients to check in with the sensations in their bodies and may highlight patterns I notice. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where clients can access and explore their emotions and experiences, enabling a deeper connection to themselves and others. I also like to bring (appropriate) humor into sessions. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is a key part of the process!
As a trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapist, I approach therapy with a lot of curiosity, gentleness, and eagerness to explore what is happening for clients in the present moment. I often encourage clients to check in with the sensations in their bodies and may highlight patterns I notice. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where clients can access and explore their emotions and experiences, enabling a deeper connection to themselves and others. I also like to bring (appropriate) humor into sessions. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is a key part of the process!
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John W. Reiman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97220 (Online Only)
My ideal client has a life-long habit of being a ruthless self critic - unkind and even cruel to self. Self-compassion is the extending of kindness, care, warmth, and understanding (instead of beratement and criticism) toward yourself when faced with shortcomings, inadequacies, or failures. Self-compassion is the positive care and nurturing you offer yourself when you make mistakes, embarrass yourself, or come up short of a goal you were hoping to achieve. Having self-compassion means honoring and accepting your own essential humanity. Self-compassion is having grace for oneself. Sound like an impossibly high bar? It's not!
My ideal client has a life-long habit of being a ruthless self critic - unkind and even cruel to self. Self-compassion is the extending of kindness, care, warmth, and understanding (instead of beratement and criticism) toward yourself when faced with shortcomings, inadequacies, or failures. Self-compassion is the positive care and nurturing you offer yourself when you make mistakes, embarrass yourself, or come up short of a goal you were hoping to achieve. Having self-compassion means honoring and accepting your own essential humanity. Self-compassion is having grace for oneself. Sound like an impossibly high bar? It's not!
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Are you a mom who gave birth in the past year and are struggling emotionally? Are you wanting to get pregnant and struggling to conceive? Have you had a loss or a few? Have you been a mom for a while now and just struggling to feel like yourself? Or maybe your past trauma is making it hard to be your best self. If so, I can help. I am a therapist specializing in working with women who are dealing with mental health struggles. I specialize in integrating talk therapy, Neurofeedback, and EMDR to help women, like you, feel better and become their best self.
Are you a mom who gave birth in the past year and are struggling emotionally? Are you wanting to get pregnant and struggling to conceive? Have you had a loss or a few? Have you been a mom for a while now and just struggling to feel like yourself? Or maybe your past trauma is making it hard to be your best self. If so, I can help. I am a therapist specializing in working with women who are dealing with mental health struggles. I specialize in integrating talk therapy, Neurofeedback, and EMDR to help women, like you, feel better and become their best self.
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Even in the darkest hours there is hope that healing and wholeness is possible. Do you suffer with the effects of depression, anxiety, addiction, self-loathing or lack of self-esteem? Do you have trouble with anger, communication or setting boundaries? There is hope! You are the author of your own story, and a skilled, caring counselor can help you find the tools you need to navigate through the hard times and be able to feel empowered to continue writing your story.
Even in the darkest hours there is hope that healing and wholeness is possible. Do you suffer with the effects of depression, anxiety, addiction, self-loathing or lack of self-esteem? Do you have trouble with anger, communication or setting boundaries? There is hope! You are the author of your own story, and a skilled, caring counselor can help you find the tools you need to navigate through the hard times and be able to feel empowered to continue writing your story.
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Many of my clients are in recovery, have traumatic family dynamics, and generally struggle to feel settled in society. I’m interested in what brought you to the moment of seeking out therapy and how I can support you with getting your needs met. Historically I have worked with people impacted by trauma, especially those whose healing has become complicated by financial difficulties and a broken system. I have over 5 years of experience with trauma, and often help those who experience negative self talk, shame, anxiety, and depression.
Many of my clients are in recovery, have traumatic family dynamics, and generally struggle to feel settled in society. I’m interested in what brought you to the moment of seeking out therapy and how I can support you with getting your needs met. Historically I have worked with people impacted by trauma, especially those whose healing has become complicated by financial difficulties and a broken system. I have over 5 years of experience with trauma, and often help those who experience negative self talk, shame, anxiety, and depression.
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Hidden Trails Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97236 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself struggling to find community, having difficulty managing stress, feeling overwhelmed, scattered, anxious, or burnt out? Perhaps you are a woman who's life looks good on the outside and yet on the inside you feel exhausted or unable to be in touch with your authentic self. You might continue to strive for endless perfection, find yourself feeling frustrated or never feeling 'good enough'; whether it's with your job, your relationship(s), or with yourself.
Do you find yourself struggling to find community, having difficulty managing stress, feeling overwhelmed, scattered, anxious, or burnt out? Perhaps you are a woman who's life looks good on the outside and yet on the inside you feel exhausted or unable to be in touch with your authentic self. You might continue to strive for endless perfection, find yourself feeling frustrated or never feeling 'good enough'; whether it's with your job, your relationship(s), or with yourself.
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Virago Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97216 (Online Only)
Are you a Millennial or Black/POC high-achieving woman, grappling with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism? Do you face added layers of societal expectations and microaggressions, like being overlooked in professional settings or misunderstood in social interactions, which make it harder for you to speak up or seek help. It's tough feeling like you constantly have to prove yourself, both professionally and personally. Perhaps you’ve reached a breaking point where the emotional toll is affecting your health, career and relationships, prompting you to seek therapy.
Are you a Millennial or Black/POC high-achieving woman, grappling with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism? Do you face added layers of societal expectations and microaggressions, like being overlooked in professional settings or misunderstood in social interactions, which make it harder for you to speak up or seek help. It's tough feeling like you constantly have to prove yourself, both professionally and personally. Perhaps you’ve reached a breaking point where the emotional toll is affecting your health, career and relationships, prompting you to seek therapy.
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I specialize in working with adult survivors of child abuse, grief, and trauma, but also have substantial experience working with various anxiety and depression issues. I primarily use mindfulness based therapy, but also take an individualized approach to each client. It is very important to me to work collaboratively with you so we can make therapy as useful and valuable to you as possible.
I specialize in working with adult survivors of child abuse, grief, and trauma, but also have substantial experience working with various anxiety and depression issues. I primarily use mindfulness based therapy, but also take an individualized approach to each client. It is very important to me to work collaboratively with you so we can make therapy as useful and valuable to you as possible.
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Julianna Guenther
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97266
I am a trauma informed therapist who specializes in individual and couples therapy. I strive to create an empathetic and empowering environment where together we can explore authenticity, healing and self-acceptance. I view therapy as a space to explore and discover new ways of being and relating to ourselves and others. If you and your partner(s) are finding that you are often stuck in the same fights over and over, navigating a life transition, or trying to move forward after a breach of trust, couples therapy can provide the support you need. Please visit my website for more information.
I am a trauma informed therapist who specializes in individual and couples therapy. I strive to create an empathetic and empowering environment where together we can explore authenticity, healing and self-acceptance. I view therapy as a space to explore and discover new ways of being and relating to ourselves and others. If you and your partner(s) are finding that you are often stuck in the same fights over and over, navigating a life transition, or trying to move forward after a breach of trust, couples therapy can provide the support you need. Please visit my website for more information.
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Max Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA, LMSW, CCM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97233 (Online Only)
Whether you just need someone to share a listening ear and an affirming voice, or if you're wanting to take committed action toward deeper self-compassion, distress tolerance, self-awareness, and interpersonal effectiveness, my goal is to be present, curious, and supportive as we explore areas you want to work on.
Whether you just need someone to share a listening ear and an affirming voice, or if you're wanting to take committed action toward deeper self-compassion, distress tolerance, self-awareness, and interpersonal effectiveness, my goal is to be present, curious, and supportive as we explore areas you want to work on.
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Everyone's life is a unique story, and it is important for them to feel supported and have a space to not be judged. Life can be filled with unexpected challenges and traumatic situations that a person needs support with no judgment to fulfill their goals. Thank you for taking the time to consider me as a part of your support system. Congratulations with beginning the steps toward prioritizing your self-care and worth. Life can be filled with unexpected challenges and traumatic situations that a person needs support with no judgment to fulfill their goals
Everyone's life is a unique story, and it is important for them to feel supported and have a space to not be judged. Life can be filled with unexpected challenges and traumatic situations that a person needs support with no judgment to fulfill their goals. Thank you for taking the time to consider me as a part of your support system. Congratulations with beginning the steps toward prioritizing your self-care and worth. Life can be filled with unexpected challenges and traumatic situations that a person needs support with no judgment to fulfill their goals
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Lashanda McGowan (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSWA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
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Jaxon Shaffer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97236 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of self-doubt and negative self-talk? Do you feel disconnected from yourself or others? Are you seeking a safe space to process past traumas and heal emotional wounds? Not even sure where to start? I would be glad to meet with you and understand more about what you are seeking and needing in therapy. I support clients existing within the margins of society, facing unique challenges and societal pressures that exacerbate mental health struggles; I work with gender-diverse youth and adults, queer couples, and those with insecure attachments, social anxiety, and neurodivergence.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of self-doubt and negative self-talk? Do you feel disconnected from yourself or others? Are you seeking a safe space to process past traumas and heal emotional wounds? Not even sure where to start? I would be glad to meet with you and understand more about what you are seeking and needing in therapy. I support clients existing within the margins of society, facing unique challenges and societal pressures that exacerbate mental health struggles; I work with gender-diverse youth and adults, queer couples, and those with insecure attachments, social anxiety, and neurodivergence.
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Compassion Focused Therapists
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.