I founded The Portland Couples Counseling Center on the guiding belief that with the proper support, encouragement, counseling, and education every couple is capable of having the relationship they truly desire and deserve.
My dream, and driving conviction --the passion that gets me out of bed in the morning-- is the belief that couples form the
The primary focus of my practice is on relationships. The health of your relationship to yourself, partner, friends, and community are key factors in overall wellbeing. The desire for a partner or to have a child when they prove elusive can be a painful and frustrating spot to sit in. I empower clients to face these and other challenges and forge a
I want to help you feel better. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or painful relationships, I bring a deep commitment to helping you find new ways of moving forward in your life with greater awareness, compassion, and connectedness. My approach is influenced by a belief that conscious and healthy choices are developed part
My approach to therapy is primarily based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings, I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meani
I believe wholeheartedly in the potential for growth and healing. For many, counseling offers the possibility of meaningful personal and relational change. For others, it offers the realization that by dissolving old patterns of thinking and believing, life is perfect exactly the way it is. My approach is non-judgmental, direct and interactive a
I help families, couples, and individuals understand the deeper meaning of what might be holding them back and how they can break free and reach their full potential. Having experienced and overcome family, relationship, and personal challenges in my own life, I use empathy and compassion to guide my practice.
I offer guidance and unconditional p
If you are looking for practical help, I may be a good fit. I like teaching concepts and skills to people, and usually have some tools or ideas to offer. At the same time, when we incorporate our imagination and creativity together, and approach this as a collaboration, that kind of relationship is what is likely to give you lasting and satisfying
Do you have an adept ability to flex and bend to the needs of your environment? Do you struggle to identify and prioritize your own needs? Are your goals and dreams collecting dust while you compulsively tend to those around you? Codependency can develop as the personality surival strategy of people who are raised in chaotic and neglectful environm
Relationship issues? Is divorce or breaking up a possibility? Relationships can provide the most meaningful and inspiring experiences of our lives - they can also be the most painful and confusing moments we ever endure.
If you are struggling with communication issues in your relationship - I'm available to help. Whether you are in a commit
I'm therapist specializing in helping young women struggling with inattentive attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) and anxiety. Do you struggle with focus and concentration? Or emotional dysregulation? Together we can work together to build coping skills for your attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) symptoms and help you process your emotio
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