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Portland, Oregon 97238
(503) 729-3273
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I hope to help reduce or eliminate the suffering that comes from trauma and life's many other challenges through compassionate and scientific psychotherapy. I have worked with children and adults since the 1970's in two careers: as a pediatric physician assistant, and later as a Clinical Psychologist. As tools in the therapy process, I bring in EMDR, Somatic Transformation, Somatic Experiencing, Hypnosis, Creative Arts Therapy, Sand Tray and much more, offering these skills in accordance with the wishes and healing preferences of the client. I vigorously pursue continuing education and enrich my practice on a continual basis. Specialties: Trauma, Dissociative Disorders, Phase of Life Problems, Mood Disorders, Relational Issues, Optimal Wellness and Health Issues, and Grief and Bereavement. I especially love to work with professionals in the healing arts, and persons in the creative arts. My best specialty is in appreciating the unique gifts of my clients. Currently I work with a very kind and life-loving dog named Surge. He is especially fond of the young, or the young at heart. I invite clients to develop and expand their capacity for creative expression through whatever talents they may develop or deepen and coach towards healthy lifestyles.

My Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Trauma
PTSD
Anxiety
Dissociative Disorders
Adoption
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Pain
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Grief
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Anger Management
Coping Skills
Divorce
Family Conflict
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Sexual Abuse
Mood Disorders
Creativity issues such as writer's block