I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults who have experienced:
- Anxiety
- PTSD and trauma
- Sexual, Emotional, and Physical abuse
- Sexual behavior problems in children and adolescents
- Family issues including current and family of origin work
Related to these issues I also specialize in:
Working with partners and families of survivors of abuse and trauma to help understand and support survivors and improve relationships.
Art Therapy Group for Female Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
This group unites adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This group is generally made up of cisgendered females. Our group focuses on creating a safe and supportive community, learning skills for managing anxiety, understanding the effects of sexual abuse trauma, building empowerment, and improving the health of our minds, bodies and relationships. The group is a combination of art therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and somatic work. There are different topics we focus on each week and it is a combination of art therapy, verbal processing, and psychoeducation. I take several forms of insurance that are listed on my fees tab or the group is $40-$60 sliding scale per weekly group session without insurance. The group is 2 hours on a weekday morning and is a closed group. The group length depends on the preferences and availability of the group members. Recent groups have been between 4-12 months. The group is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division in Portland.
Current closed group is full. Next group likely starting in May/June 2025. Please contact me to get on the waitlist.
Art Therapy Group for Nonbinary/Genderqueer/Trans Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
This group unites adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse that identify as nonbinary, genderqueer, or trans. This group is generally made up of a variety of gender expressions and may include AMAB and AFAB individuals. Our group focuses on creating a safe and supportive community, learning skills for managing anxiety, understanding the effects of sexual abuse trauma, building empowerment, and improving the health of our minds, bodies and relationships. The group is a combination of art therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and somatic work. There are different topics we focus on each week and it is a combination of art therapy, verbal processing, and psychoeducation. I take several forms of insurance that are listed on my fees tab or the group is $40-$60 sliding scale per weekly group session without insurance. The group is 2 hours on a weekday morning/afternoon and is a closed group. The group length depends on the preferences and availability of the group members. Recent groups have been between 4-12 months. The group is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division in Portland.
Current closed group is full. Next group likely starting in May/June 2025. Please contact me to get on the waitlist.
Workshop for Partners of Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
This one day workshop is for partners of adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. We will learn how to support your partner and yourself in healing from the effects of sexual abuse, learn more information about sexual abuse dynamics, and learn how to thrive in your relationship with your partner with increased communication and intimacy. This group includes art therapy, verbal discussion, and learning specific tools and resources.
The next workshop is scheduled for Monday, April 21st, from 9:00-4:00pm with a 1 hour lunch break. The workshop is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division. I am not able to bill insurance for the group so the cost is $200.
This group unites adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This group is generally made up of cisgendered females. Our group focuses on creating a safe and supportive community, learning skills for managing anxiety, understanding the effects of sexual abuse trauma, building empowerment, and improving the health of our minds, bodies and relationships. The group is a combination of art therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and somatic work. There are different topics we focus on each week and it is a combination of art therapy, verbal processing, and psychoeducation. I take several forms of insurance that are listed on my fees tab or the group is $40-$60 sliding scale per weekly group session without insurance. The group is 2 hours on a weekday morning and is a closed group. The group length depends on the preferences and availability of the group members. Recent groups have been between 4-12 months. The group is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division in Portland.
Current closed group is full. Next group likely starting in May/June 2025. Please contact me to get on the waitlist.
Art Therapy Group for Nonbinary/Genderqueer/Trans Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
This group unites adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse that identify as nonbinary, genderqueer, or trans. This group is generally made up of a variety of gender expressions and may include AMAB and AFAB individuals. Our group focuses on creating a safe and supportive community, learning skills for managing anxiety, understanding the effects of sexual abuse trauma, building empowerment, and improving the health of our minds, bodies and relationships. The group is a combination of art therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and somatic work. There are different topics we focus on each week and it is a combination of art therapy, verbal processing, and psychoeducation. I take several forms of insurance that are listed on my fees tab or the group is $40-$60 sliding scale per weekly group session without insurance. The group is 2 hours on a weekday morning/afternoon and is a closed group. The group length depends on the preferences and availability of the group members. Recent groups have been between 4-12 months. The group is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division in Portland.
Current closed group is full. Next group likely starting in May/June 2025. Please contact me to get on the waitlist.
Workshop for Partners of Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
This one day workshop is for partners of adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. We will learn how to support your partner and yourself in healing from the effects of sexual abuse, learn more information about sexual abuse dynamics, and learn how to thrive in your relationship with your partner with increased communication and intimacy. This group includes art therapy, verbal discussion, and learning specific tools and resources.
The next workshop is scheduled for Monday, April 21st, from 9:00-4:00pm with a 1 hour lunch break. The workshop is in person at my office on SE 11th and Division. I am not able to bill insurance for the group so the cost is $200.
Workshop for Parents and Caregivers of Sexually Abused Children
This one day workshop is for parents and caregivers who are parenting a child who has been sexually abused and who have not abused their children. Using art and talk therapy we will build a support network, learn how to support a child and yourself after sexual abuse occurs, learn more information about sexual abuse dynamics, and enrich parenting skills specific to sexual abuse protection and prevention.
Workshop is currently forming. Please contact me to get on the list.
This one day workshop is for parents and caregivers who are parenting a child who has been sexually abused and who have not abused their children. Using art and talk therapy we will build a support network, learn how to support a child and yourself after sexual abuse occurs, learn more information about sexual abuse dynamics, and enrich parenting skills specific to sexual abuse protection and prevention.
Workshop is currently forming. Please contact me to get on the list.
What can I expect from therapy?
Therapy can be enjoyable and even fun! Part of my job is to try and help you have a positive therapy experience and make you feel like therapy is "working." However, I believe that in order for true change to occur you must face the issues that are bringing you to therapy, which requires hard work, patience, practice, a willingness to feel some discomfort, and working on things we discuss outside of sessions. It is my job to help provide a safe place for you to feel comfortable expressing thoughts and feelings in order to build trust with me. We can work together to help you feel successful and strong.
Therapy can be enjoyable and even fun! Part of my job is to try and help you have a positive therapy experience and make you feel like therapy is "working." However, I believe that in order for true change to occur you must face the issues that are bringing you to therapy, which requires hard work, patience, practice, a willingness to feel some discomfort, and working on things we discuss outside of sessions. It is my job to help provide a safe place for you to feel comfortable expressing thoughts and feelings in order to build trust with me. We can work together to help you feel successful and strong.
What if I feel like therapy hasn't worked for me in the past?
There are endless types of therapies and therapists available and you may not have found a combination of the two that have worked well for you. I have experience working with several people who have been resistant to therapy or who have stated that therapy has not been helpful to them in the past. Several of these people have given me feedback that my therapy felt different and that the therapy was a positive experience. I may have a new approach that could be helpful to you and an alternative to traditional talk therapies.
There are endless types of therapies and therapists available and you may not have found a combination of the two that have worked well for you. I have experience working with several people who have been resistant to therapy or who have stated that therapy has not been helpful to them in the past. Several of these people have given me feedback that my therapy felt different and that the therapy was a positive experience. I may have a new approach that could be helpful to you and an alternative to traditional talk therapies.
