Benefits of Counseling
  • Gain some understanding of yourself as well as the family you grew up in. 
  • Become aware of and understand what you are thinking and feeling. 
  • Resolve past experiences and truly heal. 
  • Be listened to with empathy and compassion.  
  • Deal with issues as they arise.  
  • Become better at understanding your partner's needs, as well as your own.  
  • Learn to stay in touch with the love you have for your partner.  
  • Decrease blame and criticism of yourself and others.
  • Learn communication skills that create openness, honesty and respect.

My Role

Marriage and Family Therapy is sometimes misunderstood.  It is easy to assume that Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) only work with couples and families facing problems.  After all, this is implied in my title.  However, I work with a range of clients.

As a marriage and family therapist I understand the impact that relationships have on our lives and will take into account your relationships with your family and friends as we work together individually.  My training and experience has given me the opportunity to see problems through a lens that includes the intricate balance of belief, culture, upbringing, and relationships. An MFT is a great fit for individuals as I understand these influences that exist in all of our lives.   
 
I love working with individuals, couples and families through counseling. As a therapist it is a privilege and honor to be a part of your life journey as you explore and process some of life's challenges.  I always strive to provide a uniquely safe place which has the power to be tremendously healing--and within it, I can help you discover new ways of relating to your thoughts, your feelings and the world around you.  Because it can be a little scary to take that first step towards counseling, I offer a free half hour session to meet, get a feel of what a session would be like, see my office, and to see if we are a good fit for working together. Please call and we can set up your first session.  
Office Location:
12555 SW 1st Street
Beaverton OR  970905

Phone:
503-708-5777