Imago Therapists in Bend, OR
Conscious Couples
Psychologist, PsyD, MSCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
Waitlist for new clients
Just relocated / Accepting NEW Clients! Since I work only with couples, I have been able to hone my craft. I have a passion for serving couples - especially those with previously unsuccessful couples therapy - and helping them find healing, tools, & solutions. What sets me apart? Not only am I trained in multiple methods of evidence-based couples therapy (Gottman, EFT, Imago) & attachment theory, but as a doctoral level provider I can consult about individual diagnosis, medication, & treatment needs that may impact the relationship. My lived experience offers genuine warmth and a judgement-free environment in person or Telehealth.
Just relocated / Accepting NEW Clients! Since I work only with couples, I have been able to hone my craft. I have a passion for serving couples - especially those with previously unsuccessful couples therapy - and helping them find healing, tools, & solutions. What sets me apart? Not only am I trained in multiple methods of evidence-based couples therapy (Gottman, EFT, Imago) & attachment theory, but as a doctoral level provider I can consult about individual diagnosis, medication, & treatment needs that may impact the relationship. My lived experience offers genuine warmth and a judgement-free environment in person or Telehealth.
Amy Dunniway
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
Do you feel worried, unhappy or uncomfortable in your relationships or just by yourself? Maybe you find yourself saying, "How did I get here? I can’t do this anymore. Something needs to change or else…" You wonder if you're always going to feel this way. Daily tasks and interactions with people are monotonous, joyless or exhausting. You play the comparison game and other people's lives seem to be so much better than yours. No one would understand if you told them what you're going through. Life feels like a struggle. Anxiety, depression, anger, confusion or discomfort seem like the norm, not the exception.
Do you feel worried, unhappy or uncomfortable in your relationships or just by yourself? Maybe you find yourself saying, "How did I get here? I can’t do this anymore. Something needs to change or else…" You wonder if you're always going to feel this way. Daily tasks and interactions with people are monotonous, joyless or exhausting. You play the comparison game and other people's lives seem to be so much better than yours. No one would understand if you told them what you're going through. Life feels like a struggle. Anxiety, depression, anger, confusion or discomfort seem like the norm, not the exception.
Lara Schwartz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
Are you feeling stressed, sad or perhaps overwhelmed by what is going on in your life right now? Do you wish you could talk to someone but don't know who? We have all felt like this at one time or another. Reaching out to a trained therapist for help is the first step to feeling better. As a respected and trusted healer, I understand what you are going through.
Are you feeling stressed, sad or perhaps overwhelmed by what is going on in your life right now? Do you wish you could talk to someone but don't know who? We have all felt like this at one time or another. Reaching out to a trained therapist for help is the first step to feeling better. As a respected and trusted healer, I understand what you are going through.
Grace Thornton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
I became a therapist to help people recover from the traumas they have suffered in a world riddled with abuse. I want to share hope, like someone once did for me and lead others to a more full life when it seems impossible. If you're looking at this now, chances are you're in a really difficult space and looking for answers. I hope that we can meet and figure out your unique answers together, rewrite the story of you so that you can build the life you want.
I became a therapist to help people recover from the traumas they have suffered in a world riddled with abuse. I want to share hope, like someone once did for me and lead others to a more full life when it seems impossible. If you're looking at this now, chances are you're in a really difficult space and looking for answers. I hope that we can meet and figure out your unique answers together, rewrite the story of you so that you can build the life you want.
D'Arcy Swanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
Struggling with relationships, disturbing emotions, traumatic pasts, despair, addictions, utter confusion, all of this has meaning and the potential to propel us toward a better life. My job is to help people understand the process of what's happening and provide tools, skills and insights to navigate not just this situation, but future ones as well. So often people focus on symptoms instead of causes. Sometimes it's about managing symptoms, but more often there awaits an opportunity to get to the root and grow through and beyond this obstacle, to be more aware, capable and resilient than ever before.
Struggling with relationships, disturbing emotions, traumatic pasts, despair, addictions, utter confusion, all of this has meaning and the potential to propel us toward a better life. My job is to help people understand the process of what's happening and provide tools, skills and insights to navigate not just this situation, but future ones as well. So often people focus on symptoms instead of causes. Sometimes it's about managing symptoms, but more often there awaits an opportunity to get to the root and grow through and beyond this obstacle, to be more aware, capable and resilient than ever before.
Dr. Jennifer Tansey
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
**Virtual Therapy**&" In Office" In this unique time of uncertainty there are many moments of anxiety and uncertainty. Don't do it alone! If you are struggling please reach out & get the support you need to navigate this time. I've been helping others for 35+ years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist trained in many different modalities. My life experience combined with my training & education has equipped me to serve a variety of people. I work effectively with people challenged by traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, social fears, relationship problem or low self-esteem. I have a strong interest in the spiritual dimensions of growth.
**Virtual Therapy**&" In Office" In this unique time of uncertainty there are many moments of anxiety and uncertainty. Don't do it alone! If you are struggling please reach out & get the support you need to navigate this time. I've been helping others for 35+ years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist trained in many different modalities. My life experience combined with my training & education has equipped me to serve a variety of people. I work effectively with people challenged by traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, social fears, relationship problem or low self-esteem. I have a strong interest in the spiritual dimensions of growth.
David Earl Stetson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
Making the decision to go to a counselor/psychotherapist is a true act of courage. I honor you for taking this courageous step. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with all types of addictions ie alcohol,drugs,sex,food,gambling. I view addictions in a broader sense to include self defeating thought patterns, love/relationship addiction, hoarding, internet use, procrastination. Addictions are about avoiding pain and getting trapped in a repetitive cycle of thoughts and behaviors that result in more pain and regret. I provide my clients with a roadmap to follow as they seek to reclaim their self-esteem, integrity and joy.
Making the decision to go to a counselor/psychotherapist is a true act of courage. I honor you for taking this courageous step. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with all types of addictions ie alcohol,drugs,sex,food,gambling. I view addictions in a broader sense to include self defeating thought patterns, love/relationship addiction, hoarding, internet use, procrastination. Addictions are about avoiding pain and getting trapped in a repetitive cycle of thoughts and behaviors that result in more pain and regret. I provide my clients with a roadmap to follow as they seek to reclaim their self-esteem, integrity and joy.
Sydnee Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
My approach to therapy relies heavily on the therapeutic relationship. It is my belief that safety and trust are the cornerstones of healthy relationships, including the relationship established in therapy. Through this relationship, my goal is to aid individuals in making the changes they desire, resulting in feeling more awake to life and connected with themselves and loved ones. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents.
My approach to therapy relies heavily on the therapeutic relationship. It is my belief that safety and trust are the cornerstones of healthy relationships, including the relationship established in therapy. Through this relationship, my goal is to aid individuals in making the changes they desire, resulting in feeling more awake to life and connected with themselves and loved ones. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents.
Jill Wheeler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
Waitlist for new clients
Could you be making better decisions? Tired of arguing with your partner? Would you like to learn to regulate your emotions? I help empower children, couples, families and individuals with a solution oriented and mindful approach while improving relationships with self and others. We can acknowledge hurts, break old patterns, learn new communication and coping skills, heal and achieve optimum well being. Charting a course to achieve the best version of yourself. I also work with athletes to increase personal strengths and confidence while leading them to a lifetime of balanced mind body to achieve their athletic + personal goals.
Could you be making better decisions? Tired of arguing with your partner? Would you like to learn to regulate your emotions? I help empower children, couples, families and individuals with a solution oriented and mindful approach while improving relationships with self and others. We can acknowledge hurts, break old patterns, learn new communication and coping skills, heal and achieve optimum well being. Charting a course to achieve the best version of yourself. I also work with athletes to increase personal strengths and confidence while leading them to a lifetime of balanced mind body to achieve their athletic + personal goals.
Natalie M Heidtmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, CADCI
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
I work with couples who are experiencing interpersonal distress associated with negative cycles of communication and disconnection. I utilize Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy to help build insight into the attachment issues underlying each other's reactivity within the cycle. In addition, I address attachment trauma utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems, helping to build understanding and compassion within the relationship.
I work with couples who are experiencing interpersonal distress associated with negative cycles of communication and disconnection. I utilize Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy to help build insight into the attachment issues underlying each other's reactivity within the cycle. In addition, I address attachment trauma utilizing EMDR, Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems, helping to build understanding and compassion within the relationship.
Andrea Lynne Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
Informed by two decades as an innovation consultant, business and life coach, Andrea specializes in helping individuals address anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, weight loss, health challenges, family and relationship conflict. As a culturally sensitive Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, she aligns with challenges faced by LGBTQ+, polyamorous and Latinx communities. Bilingual in Spanish, Andrea enjoys working with Spanish-speaking clients. With over 12 years’ experience as a sex coach, Andrea helps women, men and couples to resolve obstacles to communication and intimacy.
Online Therapists
Sage (Sharon) Lynn Emery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Creswell, OR 97426
HI my name is Sage. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family therapist and do alternative therapies. I am an in depth therapist who works with the mind, emotions, body, and spirit.. My training goes back 30 years. Plus 30 years of studying Process Oriented Psychology and certified in Second Training Process Work. I have taught internationally for over 15 years in many countries. As an alternative therapist I work with healing ancestral and past life trauma that are encoded in your DNA and soul fragment healing from trauma.
HI my name is Sage. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family therapist and do alternative therapies. I am an in depth therapist who works with the mind, emotions, body, and spirit.. My training goes back 30 years. Plus 30 years of studying Process Oriented Psychology and certified in Second Training Process Work. I have taught internationally for over 15 years in many countries. As an alternative therapist I work with healing ancestral and past life trauma that are encoded in your DNA and soul fragment healing from trauma.
Anita N Browning
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97405
My approach is strengths-based, positive and non-judgmental. Together, we create an environment of safety and trust that is essential for exploring challenging issues.
Offering guidance and support, my focus is to empower individuals and couples to increase harmony in their relationships and to develop an attitude of loving kindness toward themselves. My intention is to raise awareness of the impact of our thoughts on our feelings in order to awaken the power within each person to reduce negative thinking and increase health and well-being. A specialty is individual personal psychotherapy.
My approach is strengths-based, positive and non-judgmental. Together, we create an environment of safety and trust that is essential for exploring challenging issues.
Offering guidance and support, my focus is to empower individuals and couples to increase harmony in their relationships and to develop an attitude of loving kindness toward themselves. My intention is to raise awareness of the impact of our thoughts on our feelings in order to awaken the power within each person to reduce negative thinking and increase health and well-being. A specialty is individual personal psychotherapy.
Attachement Based Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97404
What I hear most often from clients are, "I've been to other therapists, and you are different. This feels like I'm changing!" When you are with me, you will know that 100% of my attuned attention is with you. I pay attention to what you say, how you say it, what your body movement tells me, and what your history tells me. If you are seeking support for yourself for inner healing from trauma (all sorts), Attachment wounding, Post Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, postpartum depression or anxiety, chronic illness, anxiety, panic, grief, life transitions, or you are in a relationship that needs support, contact me.
What I hear most often from clients are, "I've been to other therapists, and you are different. This feels like I'm changing!" When you are with me, you will know that 100% of my attuned attention is with you. I pay attention to what you say, how you say it, what your body movement tells me, and what your history tells me. If you are seeking support for yourself for inner healing from trauma (all sorts), Attachment wounding, Post Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, postpartum depression or anxiety, chronic illness, anxiety, panic, grief, life transitions, or you are in a relationship that needs support, contact me.
Wise Heart Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97405 (Online Only)
Are you and your partner having difficulty with communication or understanding each other? Has there been a reduction in joy or connection in your partnership? Do you have a hard time knowing what your needs are, how to express them, or feel that you don’t deserve to have them met? If any of your answers are “yes,” we might be a good fit! My primary focus is on helping couples with communication issues. I also work with individuals and couples who are dealing with the impact of such issues as depression, anxiety, ADHD/ASD/AuDHD, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and PMDD.
Are you and your partner having difficulty with communication or understanding each other? Has there been a reduction in joy or connection in your partnership? Do you have a hard time knowing what your needs are, how to express them, or feel that you don’t deserve to have them met? If any of your answers are “yes,” we might be a good fit! My primary focus is on helping couples with communication issues. I also work with individuals and couples who are dealing with the impact of such issues as depression, anxiety, ADHD/ASD/AuDHD, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and PMDD.
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How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.