Connect with Independence providers in McMinnville, OR for Individual Therapy

I am licensed in Minnesota, Oregon, New York, and Washington. With over 30 years in the helping professions, I have worked in many settings, including street outreach, community programs, inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, and private practice.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with seasoned experience in every level of mental healthcare. I have worked in community mental health, crisis counseling, inpatient settings and Intensive Outpatient programs with extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma and problems in relationships.

Would you like to experience increased well-being and emotional healing? Are you struggling with emotional regulation, self-criticism, spiritual issues, low self-esteem, or experiencing major life changes in your journey? I specialize in the areas of self-compassion, inner child healing work, energy psychology, and somatic awareness.

Are you feeling hopeless, stuck, or just overwhelmed with life? It can be difficult to navigate emotions sometimes; having someone to talk to whom you can trust is important. If you're not sure where to start, and you're worried about being judged or just not sure about therapy in general, please reach out!

If you experience loss of pleasure, difficulty in relationships, or struggle meeting your goals, I can help. Our thought patterns affect our physical health, relationships, and quality of life. Imagine waking up feeling restored, prepared to overcome obstacles, and be fully present in relationship to self and others.

My approach is to listen with compassion and understanding, and the knowledge that when someone takes the step to come to therapy, they do so from a position of strength. Understandably, it can also be very uncomfortable to divulge so much about yourself to a stranger, and with that, I honor and acknowledge that you have taken that step.

My job as a therapist is to help you navigate through the stumbling blocks that are preventing you from having the best quality of life. I am here to listen with empathy, provide coping skills and techniques, support, and resources to help you achieve your goals of a better state of mind or a healthier way of life.

I keep it real and bring my authentic self to sessions, using humor and strength-based approaches. I focus with clients on emotional regulation skills in the moment and how to process through concerns by learning to notice thoughts, emotions, and where these can be experienced in the body.

Your friends and family are telling you to “just get another [dog, cat, hamster]” like you're buying a new toaster. But it’s not that easy. Any pet parent knows how gutted you feel. I know what it's like to lose a pet you loved. I work with adults who have experienced the loss of their pet and with ongoing challenges with anxiety and depression.

I support adults through life's most challenging transitions with trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. I focus on serving the BIPOC community, military personnel, and first responders. My goal is to create a safe, empowering space where you feel heard, respected, and supported on your path to healing.

I approach therapy with deep empathy and respect, creating a safe and supportive space for you to explore and understand your emotions. I believe in the power of collaborative healing and will work alongside you to develop personalized strategies that foster resilience and growth.

I help clients become their best selves while navigating life's obstacles. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues, using approaches that honor the many different paths to wellness.

I approach each therapy room with an open mind. I like to listen to the client's needs and goals in order to help me create a treatment plan that works for them. Each treatment plan is individualized to each client.

As a practical, interactive, solution-focused counselor, my approach is to provide support with insight and feedback to assist you with your current concerns while also addressing persistent issues from the past. I create a space where you will feel seen and heard.

I have an eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy to best suit your personal needs! I have experience treating dual-diagnosis, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma and stress-related disorders, anxiety disorders, and psychotic disorders.