Professional Counselor
M.A., Diploma of Process Work
Empathetic and practical counseling for couples and individuals using a mix of embodied approaches and communication skill-building methods
Client Status
971-266-3916
827 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR 97211
Rate: $80-$320
Provides free initial consultation
Provides telehealth services
Practicing Since: 2016
Languages: English, Español, Français
My ideal client is seeking a practitioner who is directive and isn't afraid to interrupt and get them back on track toward the real reason we're together. While I generally come to sessions with a soft, empathic presence, I also bring a firm, productivity-oriented energy that helps make sure each session is getting to the core of why you're coming to counseling in the first place. Reach out if you're seeking a caring yet focused practitioner who can help you grow even through difficult conflict.
Specialties
I provide directive and empathetic support for those who feel deeply invested in their relationship(s) but find themselves caught in conflict cycles that feel difficult to unravel. In our work, I support you to reconnect to your relationship purpose, build awareness of your triggers and how to de-escalate in moments of activation, interrupt unhelpful patterns, and realign towards a greater sense of unity in your relationship.
I use nonviolent communication (NVC) as a tool for helping those who are new to awareness-based communication methods, sharing their emotions and needs, or as a first step in beginning to build one's capacity for more authentic communication. I see NVC as a stepping stone for many looking to deepen their communication with partners, friends, and others.
I am trained in Process Work, which uses somatic awareness practices to work with body symptoms, nighttime dreams, relational difficulties, vision for the world, and more. Through embodiment of that which attracts or disturbs us, we can often gain insights that can bring new ways of being and living our lives more fully. Embodiment can allow for a more rapid integration of these learnings.
Specialties
I provide directive and empathetic support for those who feel deeply invested in their relationship(s) but find themselves caught in conflict cycles that feel difficult to unravel. In our work, I support you to reconnect to your relationship purpose, build awareness of your triggers and how to de-escalate in moments of activation, interrupt unhelpful patterns, and realign towards a greater sense of unity in your relationship.
With individuals and couples exploring consensual nonmonogamy (CNM), I work with you and your partner(s) to get clear around your dreams, places of growth, and readiness for CNM to determine where you're at in your CNM journey. We also work to deepen your skills for communication through the inevitable challenges that can arise in these kinds of relationships. This can be for seasoned polyfolk as well as those just beginning to explore switching from a more monogamous framework.
With over a decade of experience in social movement work, I specialize in transformative justice and healing within relationships. As someone from privileged identities, I've undergone significant personal growth to understand and dismantle how these identities shape my perspective and further social injustice, and I'm dedicated to supporting others in building this awareness too.
Stepping into personal growth work initially through men's work, I specialize in supporting men on their journey of self-discovery, emotional exploration, and nurturing healthy relationships. With a perspective rooted in advocating for gender equality and understanding the diverse experiences of all genders, I offer compassionate guidance to men seeking personal growth and authentic connections.
I specialize in working with families facing conflict, aiming to build resilience and transform challenges into opportunities for growth. With an unbiased perspective, I guide families in navigating conflict, fostering unity, and recognizing when temporary separation may be necessary for intentional healing and transformation.
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