Sammi Harvey (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

I am a relational therapist, and my therapeutic approach pulls from Emotion-Focused, Person-Centered, and Attachment lenses. My aim is to facilitate a process wherein clients develop trust in their own intuition, tapping into the depth of their emotions. I’m a supportive presence, walking beside my clients at their pace and offering affirmation and gentle nudges toward their goals. I’m a creative at heart and often incorporate expressive arts interventions into our work. Whether through sandtray or other creative modalities, these approaches can offer another way to explore emotions and experiences that may be difficult to put into words.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that we are shaped in relationship, and we heal in relationship. As a relational therapist, I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, create sense of your experiences, and develop new ways of connecting with yourself and the people who matter most. I also believe that one of the biggest indicators for success in therapy is feeling like your therapist "gets" you. Which is why I offer a free 15-minute consult with folks to explore whether we might be the right fit. When I'm not at the office, you can find me at Portland Fire games, at a comedy show, rollerskating, or taking a dance class. I’m originally from Tennessee and now live in North Portland with my tiny dog, Poptart. I love hiking & exploring with friends around Oregon, trying a new hobby, and adding to my Dolly Parton memorabilia collection.