Therapists Beginning With I in Oregon

If you are thinking about starting therapy, you've already taken the first step toward making a beneficial change. I work with individuals to help them take positive steps toward leading more fulfilling lives. When you are ready to examine your life in a safe, supportive environment, I invite you to get in touch with me. Together we'll take a look at your past in order to understand how you got to where you are presently and work to make changes that will enhance your life.

An ideal client is one who is ready to be honest with me about what's really going on. What they're really feeling. A person who is ready to turn over some stones and see what's really underneath life challenges. A person who is ready to utilize the skills and tools they learn in therapy and actively incorporate them into their daily lives. Their issues may seem varied but from my experience we are all trying to get our basic needs met and when they're not we become disturbed. Let's find effective ways to get your needs met. Cope with the unexpected challenges of life and navigate toward a life you dreamed of having.

Life transitions often come accompanied by fears and challenges,along with alternatives, and new opportunities for growth. In working with adults, couples, parents and families, and as an experienced bilingual/bi-cultural therapist with more than twenty years of practice, I will help you to explore practical and brief solutions to specific problems in order to brake dysfunctional relational patterns that affect you and your loved one's. I will implement and tailor the best treatment plan that fits your needs, taking into an account your cultural background.

Accepting Clients ; Email is preferred for inquires : I believe therapy is a space for you to be heard, because everyone is someone with a unique past and perspective. I am excited to work with you and learn your stories while we go through the healing journey together. I am equipped and passionate about helping you move through the darker parts of your life, past or present. All of us do our best in any circumstance yet sometimes the tools that helped us through the darker times are the same things holding us back now. You can overcome anything, and I would love to help re-equip you with the tools you need to move forward.

You are likely seeking therapy feeling a strange mixture of despair and hope. You might be struggling with patterns of behavior, past traumas, or painful emotions; but you also believe that change is possible. Together we can establish safety, look underneath your presenting symptoms, and harness your inherent capacity to heal.

You are in a relationship with your partner(s) or a part of a family unit. You have gotten to a place you never thought you could get to with yourself or loved one(s); you feel unheard, unloved, and undervalued, but you love them, and that is why you are here seeking me, a couple, polycule, and family therapist. I have been where you are now; it is overwhelming, painful, and discouraging. I am here to tell you this happens for so many people, and there is hope and a path to where you want to be.

Hey there! Finding a therapist is an act of bravery. You are halfway there right now! I look forward to meeting you right where you are with compassion and an eagerness to hear your story. Do you find yourself having difficulty with overthinking, obsessive thinking, difficulty relaxing or feeling like you cannot shut your brain off? Maybe, you even have panic attacks. Are you living with an obsession and preoccupation with your body/body image? How are you showing up in relationships? Do you often feel convinced that as soon as you "get your life together" then you will be content? Let's talk, and see if we can find some peace.

It can be hard to shake feelings of anxiety or depression. Maybe strong emotions seem to take over and you don't know why. You may have an inner critic—telling yourself you should be a better parent, spouse, friend, etc. Perhaps you feel you function really well in some areas of life and struggle in others. You might even feel like you are fighting yourself at times. All kinds of things can leave you feeling stuck or unsettled, and I have a feeling you're working too hard to feel so beat up! Imagine how it could be to feel more capable, hopeful, open and connected to your life. This is the kind of work I love to do with my clients!

Are you tired of feeling stuck and ready to make a change, but unsure how or where to start? Let me guide you to your goal. Life presents us all with battles that become tiresome to fight over time. Whether you have been struggling to make big life decisions, experiencing stress from traumatic events, or are plagued by anxiety or depression that just won't ease up, you are welcomed here. In the many years of experience I have working with people of all walks of life, I have found that if we are willing and dedicated, we can achieve a life that brings us joy.

Clients have chosen to work with me because of my years of experience navigating such issues as anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, and substance use disorders. I like to believe I provide a safe space for clients to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of themselves. It feels like life seems to be getting harder and more challenging for many people and I believe we can all use a little extra support. I would love to support you in your journey of implementing a plan for navigating your specific life challenges.

Intended for those in active recovery, seeking continued care. Ideal for post-treatment as a step-down service. Our goal is to empower individuals to live a more conscious/balanced lifestyle by ensuring that clients have the tools to incorporate a holistic approach to wellness and sobriety.

I believe that human connection begins with exploring our own vulnerabilities. My human experience has led me to process moments of disappointment and pain. I experienced challenges and I experienced successes. Everything from difficult breakups to investing in healthy relationships. I continue to learn and transform from all of this because life has its ebbs and flows which I use to find inner balance.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 25 years and have worked in the mental health field for over 35 years. In my private practice, I specialize in Trauma Play Therapy with children 2 yrs-10 yrs, EMDR, Ego State Therapy/Structural Dissociation, high conflict custody cases, and foster/adoption cases. I am a Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Therapist, Register Play Therapist, Certified Experiential Play Therapist, Advanced Alcohol and Drug Abuse Therapist, and Ego State Therapy . I also have extensive training in Art and Sand Tray Therapy, Yoga Therapy, and Pet Assisted Therapy.

Therapy is a collaborative process where I try to help clients find what isn't working in their lives and help them "try on" different ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. Therapy can at times be a "trial and error" where I provide coping skills for my clients and see if what I provided is useful. Although I make it a point to use evidence-based practices, I also take into consideration the context of my client's life and the current world climate when exploring issues and what would be most effective in their path for change.