Otoniel "Toni" Calderon (He/They)

Eclectic

As an eclectic therapist, I use techniques from different modalities such as Person-Centered, EMDR, Hypnosis, Narrative Therapy and CBT to provide a uniquely tailored therapeutic approach/experience for each individual.

EMDR

I was trained by Katy Murray through Francine Shapiro's EMDR Institute. Katy Murray was trained by Francine Shapiro, the creator of EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing. EMDR helps people dislodge stuck memories that keep them trapped in the past. I believe that once these memories are dislodged, people can move on to start living their healthier/healthiest lives.

Hypnotherapy

I was trained in hypnosis by the Oregon Society of Clinical Hypnosis (OSCH). OSCH is a component section of The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH), the largest U.S. organization for health and mental health care professionals using clinical hypnosis. I believe that hypnosis allows clients to access parts of their brain/consciousness that can provide insights into beliefs and behaviors, which can subsequently be re-framed or changed by the individual, who is always in control.

Narrative 

As a trained narrative therapist, I focus on the stories that a person says about themselves and how these stories affect their lives. I help clients explore potential alternative stories about themselves that may be less psychologically damaging/harmful and more psychologically beneficial.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients learn about the interplay between their feelings, thoughts, and actions/behaviors.

PTSD

As a survivor of years-long childhood abuse/emotional neglect, I have dealt with and worked through the complex aftermath that this causes. I have utilized the Seeking Safety manual which addresses Trauma & Substance Abuse to help clients work through the complex aftermath of trauma.

Depression

As someone who has experienced chronic depressive episodes in my past, I am familiar with how debilitating it can be. I believe that depression has an emotional source, and when that emotional source has been identified and worked through, the depression can alleviate or be relieved altogether.

Anxiety

As someone who has experienced generalized anxiety throughout my life, I know how impactful this can be. I believe that anxiety is future-based fear and can be worked through by addressing the core fears that underlie it.

Anger Management

I believe that issues around anger are mostly about unexpressed communication of needs/issues/concerns. I help people with learning how to identify their emotions as well as how to communicate their needs assertively.

LGBTQ Issues

As a gay member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have experienced the various issues that can arise from being a member of the LGBTQ+ community, including but not limited to the coming out process, shame, and homophobia/hostility/hatred due to being sexual orientation minority.