Therapists in Wilsonville, OR
I create a safe, non-judgmental space for children/adolescents/young adults and their families through deep listening and observation, forming an authentic, trusting, compassionate relationship where understanding and healing can begin by processing difficult experiences, thoughts, or behaviors. I take a whole-brain, whole-body approach to customize a treatment plan for each client, building upon their strengths and unique gifts. Utilizing Play, Art, Nature and Book Therapy, as well as YogaCalm and Collaborative Problem Solving, my goal is to have a calm, grounded client that finds joy and can set goals to pursue their dreams.
I create a safe, non-judgmental space for children/adolescents/young adults and their families through deep listening and observation, forming an authentic, trusting, compassionate relationship where understanding and healing can begin by processing difficult experiences, thoughts, or behaviors. I take a whole-brain, whole-body approach to customize a treatment plan for each client, building upon their strengths and unique gifts. Utilizing Play, Art, Nature and Book Therapy, as well as YogaCalm and Collaborative Problem Solving, my goal is to have a calm, grounded client that finds joy and can set goals to pursue their dreams.
Therapy Experienced
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wilsonville, OR 97070
Kids and teens have difficult and confusing things happen and need a space to process so they can move forward with freedom, confidence, and hope. You are not alone in looking for support for your child. Most kids don't want to sit still and talk about their feelings. They want to be heard and seen and have fun. We keep this in mind as combine various research based methods such as play therapy, sand tray therapy, wilderness therapy and interactive feedback to create a personalized intentional experience that is engaging, fun, and healing. I'm also Christian and my office is housed on a church campus.
Kids and teens have difficult and confusing things happen and need a space to process so they can move forward with freedom, confidence, and hope. You are not alone in looking for support for your child. Most kids don't want to sit still and talk about their feelings. They want to be heard and seen and have fun. We keep this in mind as combine various research based methods such as play therapy, sand tray therapy, wilderness therapy and interactive feedback to create a personalized intentional experience that is engaging, fun, and healing. I'm also Christian and my office is housed on a church campus.
Sometimes we just need someone to listen and offer a new perspective. Also my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), brings therapy that is evidence based. ART provides rapid relief from intrusive memories and sensations by incorporating effective rapid eye movements. CBT focuses on changing negative thought patterns. I believe my many years of experience and compassionate approach will help you make the needed changes you are seeking. I'm duel licensed in OR and CA. I can also offer a faith based perspective.
Sometimes we just need someone to listen and offer a new perspective. Also my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), brings therapy that is evidence based. ART provides rapid relief from intrusive memories and sensations by incorporating effective rapid eye movements. CBT focuses on changing negative thought patterns. I believe my many years of experience and compassionate approach will help you make the needed changes you are seeking. I'm duel licensed in OR and CA. I can also offer a faith based perspective.
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Janice Marie Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
I specialize in adoption, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
Everybody at some point can benefit from therapy! Whether its just needing to talk over some relational issues or something more serious like depression, anxiety, sexual abuse or other traumas, therapy can make the difference. When people feel stuck in thought patterns or can't seem to get any peace or find joy in life, it is very discouraging. I find that my clients come in and want some tools to get out of their rut and find relief from their difficult life issues.
I specialize in adoption, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
Everybody at some point can benefit from therapy! Whether its just needing to talk over some relational issues or something more serious like depression, anxiety, sexual abuse or other traumas, therapy can make the difference. When people feel stuck in thought patterns or can't seem to get any peace or find joy in life, it is very discouraging. I find that my clients come in and want some tools to get out of their rut and find relief from their difficult life issues.
I have also completed training in adoption competency (TAC) through ORPARC and have experience working with those in the adoption kinship network.
Many of us have found ourselves struggling to make sense of the unexpected in life. When we get overwhelmed, it can lead to struggles with anxiety, depression. connecting with others, and difficulty functioning after highly stressful or traumatic events. My role as a therapist is to come alongside you and support you in processing life's challenges and developing a path forward. Understanding yourself and the impacts of your experiences can give you the opportunity to build deeper connections with those you love and make peace with your journey. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, I offer specialized support.
I have also completed training in adoption competency (TAC) through ORPARC and have experience working with those in the adoption kinship network.
Many of us have found ourselves struggling to make sense of the unexpected in life. When we get overwhelmed, it can lead to struggles with anxiety, depression. connecting with others, and difficulty functioning after highly stressful or traumatic events. My role as a therapist is to come alongside you and support you in processing life's challenges and developing a path forward. Understanding yourself and the impacts of your experiences can give you the opportunity to build deeper connections with those you love and make peace with your journey. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, I offer specialized support.
I am an adoption-competent therapist who graduated from the accredited Training for Adopt My goal is to work together with my clients, show them their strengths, and help them live a more healthy lifestyle.
I understand that life gets messy and has its challenges. Living with stress, depression, and low self-esteem can be overwhelming and sometimes can make you feel stuck. My goal as a counselor is to walk alongside my clients and show them that they have the power to turn things around and make their lives better. I will provide a safe place for my clients to explore their struggles and learn new, healthy tools, and coping skills. I have experience working with children, foster children, parents, foster parents, and I am committed to showing all clients they have the strength to work through difficult challenges.
I am an adoption-competent therapist who graduated from the accredited Training for Adopt My goal is to work together with my clients, show them their strengths, and help them live a more healthy lifestyle.
I understand that life gets messy and has its challenges. Living with stress, depression, and low self-esteem can be overwhelming and sometimes can make you feel stuck. My goal as a counselor is to walk alongside my clients and show them that they have the power to turn things around and make their lives better. I will provide a safe place for my clients to explore their struggles and learn new, healthy tools, and coping skills. I have experience working with children, foster children, parents, foster parents, and I am committed to showing all clients they have the strength to work through difficult challenges.
Lisa Christine Brechbiel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Oregon City, OR 97045
I specialize in anxiety, panic, trauma, adoption, family issues, teen crises, and helping women to heal after narcissistic abuse.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and are struggling to believe that change is possible? There is hope. My goal is to provide you with a safe place to help you find healing, create change, and make the breakthroughs you are longing for. It is my privilege to walk alongside individuals in a way that is compassionate, understanding, and transformative while also serving as a guide to help you find healing, by identifying issues, utilizing strengths, reversing negative scripts that are impacting your life or your relationships, and help you experience transformation. *Can incorporate Spiritual or Biblical counseling if desired
I specialize in anxiety, panic, trauma, adoption, family issues, teen crises, and helping women to heal after narcissistic abuse.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and are struggling to believe that change is possible? There is hope. My goal is to provide you with a safe place to help you find healing, create change, and make the breakthroughs you are longing for. It is my privilege to walk alongside individuals in a way that is compassionate, understanding, and transformative while also serving as a guide to help you find healing, by identifying issues, utilizing strengths, reversing negative scripts that are impacting your life or your relationships, and help you experience transformation. *Can incorporate Spiritual or Biblical counseling if desired
My approach to therapy is compassionate and direct. I will be respectful, but I will also be honest. I routinely give homework assignments as part of therapy, with the belief that if you accomplish the task you will start to experience the change you seek. I will try to understand both the nature and context of your problem and the potential impact of change before I offer helpful solutions. I will ask you about where you are trying to go, and we will work together to develop a practical plan to help you get there.
My approach to therapy is compassionate and direct. I will be respectful, but I will also be honest. I routinely give homework assignments as part of therapy, with the belief that if you accomplish the task you will start to experience the change you seek. I will try to understand both the nature and context of your problem and the potential impact of change before I offer helpful solutions. I will ask you about where you are trying to go, and we will work together to develop a practical plan to help you get there.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
DeLyn Griffin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
I only accept Trillium and OHP. No matter how big the issue is, the possibility exists for you to become a better you and handle your issues. I have over 13 years working as a multicultural counselor and psychiatric social worker both in Oregon State and South Korea. My therapeutic approach is authentic/direct and compassionate. In therapy, I explore where the problems began and what factors perpetuate the problems. I view counseling as a collaborative effort between me and my clients. Children's play therapy is one of my specialties. Email me and share your concerns. No phone calls please.
I only accept Trillium and OHP. No matter how big the issue is, the possibility exists for you to become a better you and handle your issues. I have over 13 years working as a multicultural counselor and psychiatric social worker both in Oregon State and South Korea. My therapeutic approach is authentic/direct and compassionate. In therapy, I explore where the problems began and what factors perpetuate the problems. I view counseling as a collaborative effort between me and my clients. Children's play therapy is one of my specialties. Email me and share your concerns. No phone calls please.
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LMHC, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling is a professional mental health counseling center offering comprehensive services in Orlando, FL, Ocala, FL, and Portland, OR. Working with clients of all ages, our team of experienced, independent, private practitioners help guide both individuals and families to relational wholeness.
Grace Clinic believes that the best counseling isn't based on a number of steps or easy answers. It is a process that helps people identify where they have built a life apart from God and that calls them to authentic relationship with Him and with others.
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling is a professional mental health counseling center offering comprehensive services in Orlando, FL, Ocala, FL, and Portland, OR. Working with clients of all ages, our team of experienced, independent, private practitioners help guide both individuals and families to relational wholeness.
Grace Clinic believes that the best counseling isn't based on a number of steps or easy answers. It is a process that helps people identify where they have built a life apart from God and that calls them to authentic relationship with Him and with others.
Are you feeling discouraged? Are you at a point which you feel your hope may be GONE! For example, are you a young adult who has lost hope in finding a soulmate? Are you a couple who is on the edge of getting a divorce? Are you a parent who can’t see hope in your child with health issues? There are many different circumstances that cause us to feel hopeless. Unfortunately, depression, anxiety and even anger often come alongside with a sense of hopelessness. My passion is to help you find hope through compassionate counseling.
Are you feeling discouraged? Are you at a point which you feel your hope may be GONE! For example, are you a young adult who has lost hope in finding a soulmate? Are you a couple who is on the edge of getting a divorce? Are you a parent who can’t see hope in your child with health issues? There are many different circumstances that cause us to feel hopeless. Unfortunately, depression, anxiety and even anger often come alongside with a sense of hopelessness. My passion is to help you find hope through compassionate counseling.
Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and collaborator. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit in small steps. Change brings improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-end cycle and entering a cycle of growth and change is what I am all about.
Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and collaborator. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit in small steps. Change brings improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-end cycle and entering a cycle of growth and change is what I am all about.
Kids learn through play. I have seen the value of play as it supports and helps a child grow and learn. Whether I am participating in imaginary play with your child or involving your teen in a favorite card game, I believe kids and adolescents can better process difficult emotions in an atmosphere of therapeutic connection and play. I am committed to supporting my clients in therapy while also assisting the parent/guardian. I am a firm believer that parents/guardians are co-regulators for their child’s emotions.
Kids learn through play. I have seen the value of play as it supports and helps a child grow and learn. Whether I am participating in imaginary play with your child or involving your teen in a favorite card game, I believe kids and adolescents can better process difficult emotions in an atmosphere of therapeutic connection and play. I am committed to supporting my clients in therapy while also assisting the parent/guardian. I am a firm believer that parents/guardians are co-regulators for their child’s emotions.
Online Therapists
Heather Sherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Estacada, OR 97023
Waitlist for new clients
I recently completed a year long certification in adoption competency in order to better deliver therapy to teen and adult adopted persons and adoptive parents in Oregon and Washington.
Thanks for looking at my profile. I recently changed my focus to working more with adoptive parents as well as teen and adult adopted persons. As an adoptive parent myself, I have focused for the last nine years on education and training that has made me a more adoption competent therapist and parent. Parents, if your child has special needs, learning disabilities, or experience with trauma I know it can be especially hard to set aside the time to get help for yourself, but I hope you call. Teens and young adult adopted persons, I want to walk alongside you as you take on the tough task of finding identity. You deserve to be heard!
I recently completed a year long certification in adoption competency in order to better deliver therapy to teen and adult adopted persons and adoptive parents in Oregon and Washington.
Thanks for looking at my profile. I recently changed my focus to working more with adoptive parents as well as teen and adult adopted persons. As an adoptive parent myself, I have focused for the last nine years on education and training that has made me a more adoption competent therapist and parent. Parents, if your child has special needs, learning disabilities, or experience with trauma I know it can be especially hard to set aside the time to get help for yourself, but I hope you call. Teens and young adult adopted persons, I want to walk alongside you as you take on the tough task of finding identity. You deserve to be heard!
We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. We work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. We work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and relational well-being. Our Therapists have a rich blend of experiences including: residential treatment, child welfare, adoption/foster care, parenting support, substance use, family care,& community mental health.
We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. We work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. We work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and relational well-being. Our Therapists have a rich blend of experiences including: residential treatment, child welfare, adoption/foster care, parenting support, substance use, family care,& community mental health.
Holly Berry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
I believe it is an immense privilege to be welcomed into a person’s life through the means of counseling. I respect that each person is the expert of their life and experiences and therefore I approach the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process. My goal is to create a safe space, free of judgement, to come along side my clients-individuals, youth, young adults, couples and families- as they work towards their desired outcomes. I have special interest and experience in working with the adoption and foster care triad, family and couple counseling, and pre-marital counseling.
I believe it is an immense privilege to be welcomed into a person’s life through the means of counseling. I respect that each person is the expert of their life and experiences and therefore I approach the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process. My goal is to create a safe space, free of judgement, to come along side my clients-individuals, youth, young adults, couples and families- as they work towards their desired outcomes. I have special interest and experience in working with the adoption and foster care triad, family and couple counseling, and pre-marital counseling.
Freedom Path Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97478 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Offering a Wait List at this time, it can be about a month-long wait. Greetings, my name is Ruth Ralph and I’m here to accompany you on your path towards healing, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Traumatic and negative life experiences do not have to dictate your path, you can choose to walk a path to freedom. I offer specialization in childhood trauma, foster and adoption, ADHD, problems with motivation, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, medical trauma, spiritual trauma, hoarding behaviors, dissociation and psychogenic seizures,
Offering a Wait List at this time, it can be about a month-long wait. Greetings, my name is Ruth Ralph and I’m here to accompany you on your path towards healing, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Traumatic and negative life experiences do not have to dictate your path, you can choose to walk a path to freedom. I offer specialization in childhood trauma, foster and adoption, ADHD, problems with motivation, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, medical trauma, spiritual trauma, hoarding behaviors, dissociation and psychogenic seizures,
I believe that all people hold the ability to have and live a healthy life and possess the strengths within themselves to create meaningful change. In addition, I believe that each client is the expert in their own life and story and as such have the ability to change if given the opportunity to heal in and through relationship and personal work. I offer clients a warm, comfortable, and caring environment so that they are able to find healing and meet their personal goals.
I believe that all people hold the ability to have and live a healthy life and possess the strengths within themselves to create meaningful change. In addition, I believe that each client is the expert in their own life and story and as such have the ability to change if given the opportunity to heal in and through relationship and personal work. I offer clients a warm, comfortable, and caring environment so that they are able to find healing and meet their personal goals.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.