Lolo Halman

Lolo Halman (he/him)

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

accepting clients

Contact

971-266-3916

827 NE Alberta Street

Portland, OR 97211

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $80-$320

Provides free initial consultation

Provides telehealth services

Practicing Since: 2016

Languages: English, Español, Français

Services

  • Individual
  • Family
  • Relationship

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Pocket

My Ideal Client

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.

How I Can Help You

For individuals, I use embodied techniques to help you explore and uncover deep insights into your personal challenges. If you value active engagement and a balance of compassion and critique in counseling, my approach could be right for you. I'm also committed to social justice and skilled in navigating the dynamics of polyamory/ENM, inviting a safer space for exploring diverse identities and relationships. For couples and families, I help you manage recurring conflicts through a mix of clear interventions, conflict resolution tools, and work to do outside of sessions to foster progress and instill a sense of hope. If you're considering polyamory or ethical non-monogamy, I offer guidance to help determine if this path aligns with your relationship goals, supporting healthy and informed decisions.

Why I Became a Therapist

Becoming a counselor was an unexpected journey for me. Initially drawn to the Process Work Institute by my passion for innovative conflict resolution, I yearned to discover methods to transform conflicts from sources of division into opportunities for growth and insight. Throughout my training, especially as I began working more regularly with individuals and couples, I discovered a profound enjoyment and effectiveness in this work that genuinely surprised me. As my practice has evolved, I’ve shifted my focus more towards facilitating relationship conflict. I find relationship counseling particularly fulfilling because it challenges us to confront the intense emotional challenges and pain that can appear most powerfully in intimate relationships. In navigating the intricate dynamics of human connection, I believe my work becomes truly transformative, offering both my clients and myself rich opportunities for insight and growth.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

  • Couples Counseling External link

    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.

  • Nonviolent Communication External link

    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.

  • Somatic Therapy (Body Centered) External link

    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.

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Relationship / Marriage Issues External link

    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.

  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships External link

    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.

  • Cultural and Systemic Oppression External link

    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.

  • Men's Issues External link

    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.

  • Family Conflict External link

    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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