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Licensed Professional Counselor
Pronouns: she/they |
As a counselor, I work collaboratively with my clients to help facilitate growth, healing, and a meaningful life and relationships that are based on their values, rather than on what society has told them they should be. In the words of Sheree Bliss Tilsley: I will not rescue you, For you are not powerless. I will not fix you, For you are not broken. I will not heal you, For I see you, in your wholeness. I will walk with you through the darkness, As you remember your light. |
Approach |
My theoretical orientation draws largely from emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness and somatic approaches, experiential models, and anti-oppressive approaches. As each individual, relationship, or group is unique, I will use a variety of skills and techniques to ensure that I am meeting my clients' needs in the way that feels comfortable and empowering for them. This exploration process is done is a safe, compassionate, and accepting environment and may include self-exploration, somatic body work, learning new skills, and utilizing creative modalities.
I am actively antiracist, fat-positive, and knowledgeable and affirming in queer issues, kink, and consensual non-monogamy. |
Education |
I hold a Masters of Science in Counseling from Portland State University and have a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Portland State University.
I have additional specialized training in trauma, crisis intervention, queer identities, sex therapy, and expressive arts therapies. As an adjunct faculty member at Portland State University, I teach courses on trauma informed care, non-traditional relationships and families, art therapy, and sex therapy. Professional Memberships include: American Counseling Association Journey Clinical North American Drama Therapy Association International Association of Trauma Professionals |
