Grounded Earth Counseling

I'm a relational, humanistic therapist using concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based modalities. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have about these in a free 30 minute consultation, during which I will do my best to give specific examples of how I might approach something, if you are comfortable bringing a sample issue. I specialize in anxiety, relational problems, family of origin concerns, and supporting ADHD, Autistic, and genderqueer clients. My approach is grounded in acceptance, self-compassion, and mindfulness—not deficit or “fixing.” My hope is to support your increased awareness of yourself, and to offer opportunities to shift your way of relating to to the stories held by the different "parts" of your psyche. While this shift might sound like a subtle distinction, the impacts can be profound. I'm honored to provide deep listening- particularly for aspects of your experience that might have previously felt overlooked, misunderstood, or too painful to speak of. I strive to create a collaborative environment where we will move toward reprocessing of any traumatic material at a pace that is grounded and connected to your larger sense of self. I offer frequent opportunities to check in with me about how things are going, and to clarify the meaning you are making of your own growth processes. I deeply respect your autonomy, and will do my best to honor that by allowing your unique version of healing to emerge in an organic manner rather than trying to fit you into a cookie-cutter model. I'm neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ informed and affirming, and I believe healthy people (and healthy relationships) come in all shapes and sizes. I strive for cultural humility and am especially welcoming of BIPOC clients! I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Lewis and Clark College (2020), and a BA in Psychology from the University of Oregon (2003). I have done extra study and training in ACT and mindfulness skills, and I have completed the official Level 1 training in IFS.