Adlerian Therapists in Rogue River, OR

Individuals and families, regardless of current challenges, if open to collaborate, introspect, and apply changes, clients will develop into a better version of their self.

My approach to therapy began with a passion for working with individuals affected by past trauma. Throughout my professional development, I have integrated a humanistic/existential approach to treatment, incorporated spirituality as appropriate, and discovered the effectiveness of applying a theoretical orientation based on client presentation rather than therapist preference. In my career I have been fortunate enough to train in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) which added a much-needed behavioral component to my approach, and I have found this treatment modality (as well as CBT) to be helpful for clients across the board.

I use a combined approach of behaviorism and counseling psychology to help my clients achieve change in their life, their parenting, their relationships, and their personal goals. Sometimes we all get stuck in patterns that don't help us. When I work with you as a client, I will help you see where you're stuck and what's holding you back. Change can be scary, but what is even harder, is seeing clearly when you are stuck in your own way and how to free yourself. I'm here to help you start your change journey and work through your concerns. I'm certified in behavior analysis and a licensed professional counselor associate.

I have been a Special Education Teacher and Counselor for over 30 years. I have a deep passion for children/adolescents and their well-being. My philosophy is based on a psychodynamic, developmental approach, which includes object relations theory and the model of Kohut’s Self Psychology. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also helpful in changing patterns that impede growth and awareness. Expressive Arts are often useful tools in developing new perceptions and perspectives for problem-solving. I believe in the process of our God-given Life and therefore respect the unfolding of each individual person.

I am passionate about supporting adults getting unstuck from their inner burdens so they can 'live their why' more fully and thrive. I often support clients working in health & helping professions to release patterns of feeling overburdened and 'never enough.' Many of us are 'wounded healers' coping with inner struggles while caring for our world and working for righteous causes. Together, we can build immediate tools to cope with stress while also growing understanding of how past patterns may still be influencing your present difficulties. This helps release 'the old' and empower you with the tools to create a purposeful future.

Compassionate empathetic registered Clinical Supervisor and mental health therapist with over twenty years experience working with a variety of patients/populations dealing with mental health issues and interpersonal relationship problems. Able to provide professional guidance and encouragement to help facilitate change and solutions to life problems. Further experience helping people with past trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems, and unhealthy relationship patterns/behaviors or limited coping skills. Currently accepting Supervisees for clinical supervision working towards licensure.