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Our Team

Board of Directors

Aubrey Williams

Secretary/Treasurer 

Debra Depew

 

Donald Erickson

Vice Chair 

Emmylu Elliott

Employee Representative 

Katie Durrant

 

Leah Murray

 

Maxwell Baumann

Chair 

Misty Auld, CSWA, MSW

Mental Health Therapist 

Nick Brown

 

Noelia Duncan

 

Tanya Fountain

 

Leadership

Kelli McKnight, M.Ed.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 

Ellen Keithley, MS

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER 

Steve Allan, Ph.D.

CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST 

Adam Falk, CCNA

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER 

Megan McGowan, CPA

Chief Administrative Officer 

Marni Gwynn, MA, LPC

Social Services Director 

Shirlee Miller, SHRM CP

HR Director 

Robyn Herrick, LPC, MAC, CADC III

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIRECTOR 

Multiple Positions

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Therapists

Alice Kintner, MS, QMHP

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (Supervised by Erin Lacy, LPC)

Salem, South

Our mental health impacts how we experience every aspect of our lives including our personal and professional relationships. As a therapist I work to support individuals and families in finding new strategies to cope with life’s challenges and improve connections. I approach therapy from a humanistic lens striving to create a comfortable environment where we can work together to help manage the challenges and work toward goals.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Amanda Hodges

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

Hello, my name is Amanda Hodges and I have been with Options since 2021. I hold undergraduate degrees in psychology and nursing, as well as a graduate degree in psychiatric mental health nursing. I have worked as a mental health nurse practitioner for over 10 years and work with patients who carry diagnoses of mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and anxiety disorders. I reside in the mid-Atlantic region and enjoy both the peace afforded by quiet, rural spaces, as well as the bustle and excitement of major cities. In my spare time I like to read, hike, and spend time outdoors.

Amy Foote MS, LPC, NCC

Clinical Supervisor

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I am passionate about the work I do with my clients and the therapists I support. I have worked with clients from varying stages of life and ages; from 0 to 92! My clinical interests center around supporting caregivers, and reducing the impacts of intergenerational trauma and complex trauma. I honor individual’s innate wisdom and look forward to enhancing overall wellness. I am trained in PCIT, CPP, EMDR, and DBT. I also have training in Integrative Medicine for Mental Health and am a Nationally Certified Counselor and Certified Dreamwork and Dream Arts clinician.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Amy Geske

Mental Health Therapist Intern – Supervised by Laura Wilson

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I am currently a graduate student, pursuing an MA in Clinical Mental Health at the Grand Canyon University. I believe that people are capable of growing through life’s challenges and working toward that progress in order to maintain a sound physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. My goal and approach as a counselor is to provide a safe, judgment-free environment where everyone may empower themselves to achieve their therapeutic goals and work together with my clients on how to do so. Since each client is unique, I will customize my therapeutic approach to meet their needs.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Amy Zimmerman

Clinical Social Work Associate

Beaverton

As a therapist, I strive to walk with those I serve in recognizing their unique strengths and supporting them in navigating life’s challenges. I believe the relationship between client and therapist is one in which trust is key to the success of treatment. I take a relational approach to each client I serve and believe all are deserving of a safe space to speak freely and without judgment. As experts in their own journey, I encourage clients to identify areas of their life where they would like to see positive change, work with them to set goals, and support them in their walk toward a deeper understanding of themselves. I use a strengths-based perspective when working with individuals, children, and families. I believe it is important to recognize the systems in place which influence the thoughts and behaviors of those experiencing challenges. In working with children and adults I like to incorporate elements of play therapy, attachment theory, and narrative therapy. I recognize the dignity and worth of those I serve and seek to provide a welcoming therapeutic environment for clients from all backgrounds.

Andrea Croskey

Intern Supervisor – Elizabeth Conkey, LPC

Salem, South

I believe that every individual is deserving of an abundant life. The families we are born into, the families we create, the communities we live in, and other life circumstances sometimes make it hard to be at peace and achieve the goals that we have set for ourselves. Time with a counselor can help individuals hear their inner voice, gain the strength needed to make course corrections, and restore the sense of joy and purpose that are sometimes lacking in our daily lives. In our work together, I will be using a person-centered approach to connect with you, and techniques from several evidence-based practices to help you achieve your definition of wellness.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Andrea Larsen, LPC

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

Beaverton

I believe that therapy is a unique and sacred space where the client can speak freely and honestly about the things they care about and would like to see improve. I believe the client is the expert on their own life and experiences. As a therapist, I will strive to create a brave space where the client is able to feel heard, supported, and empowered to tackle life’s challenges. I believe in a systems perspective, and see individuals not simply as an individual, but as part of a larger system. I like to involve the family system when appropriate. Attachment theory plays an important role in how I view others. I will engage clients in a strengths-based approach through the theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy and use Child Centered Play Therapy for younger children. I am also trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). I see clients of all ages. I respect and affirm people of all sexualities, genders, and races.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Anna Larson, MA, Professional Counselor Associate

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University. I work with children and families utilizing individual, family, and group work. I have experience working with adolescents from a variety of cultural backgrounds. My approach to therapy is holistic incorporating Collaborative Problem Solving, CBT trauma-focused care, client centered therapy, and psychoeducation. My goal as a therapist is to provide guidance and a safe place for clients to understand motivations, develop goals, and implement strategies to help them lead happier, more fulfilling lives.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Ash Loveday, PhD

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

Your strengths, your skills, and your perspective on the world is unique. Whether you’re neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, or celebrate your individuality another way, my goal is to help you live a valued and meaningful life on your terms. I work with young people and their families. I’m solution-focused, meaning I help you reconnect with your strengths and use them to build a better life in the here and now. I take a systemic approach, meaning I put your journey into the context of your family, friends, and wider community. I hold a PhD in psychiatry form the University of Cambridge, and draw on a toolkit which includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), and Strategic Family Therapy to create a program which is right for you.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Ashley Vande Slunt, LMFT

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Clackamas

I work with individuals, families, and children of all ages who are looking to make changes to live a more fulfilling and authentic life while adjusting to life’s many transitions. I believe each individual and family system possesses their own unique strengths, and my focus is collaborating and supporting my clients to empower them to reach their desired goals. I use models such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Emotional Focused Therapy.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Bodhi Richards

Registered Professional Counselor Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I am here to help you utilize your resources wisely and effectively to actively produce rapid improvements in your life. Our counseling sessions will usually center around setting goals for recovery, looking at what has (and hasn’t) worked in the past, and then actively working on achieving the life you want now. I have found that with this approach, therapy doesn’t need to take a long time. I have training in Motivational Interviewing, Couples Counseling, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Bonnie Asher

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Salem, South

Life can be challenging and there are many ways to heal and I am dedicated to supporting those to find what fits them best. I am passionate about helping people and dedicated to promoting healing and supporting others to find their own new paths of growth and empowerment. I use multiple approaches when working with adults, adolescents, and families to feel supported including a strengths-based perspective. I have training in a variety of therapeutic interventions, including; Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Bryanna Oliver-Palmquist, LMFT

Clinical Supervisor

Salem, North

I personally believe that people are made up of different pieces (culture, experiences, psychological, spiritual, biological, social, etc.) and exist with different systems (families, DHS, school, etc.) that make them unique. My desire is to work with as many different pieces of an individual and with as many systems available to identify strengths and work towards healing. I enjoy doing play therapy with littles (aged 0-5), teens, and families/parents.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Chanell Mendez, MSN, APRN, PMHNP – BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

Chanell Mendez, MSN, APRN, PMHNP – BC is originally from Michigan, where she attended Western Michigan University for her undergraduate degrees in Health Care Administration and Nursing. In her junior year at Western, she spent a semester abroad in the Netherlands studying in a psychiatric hospital and solidifying her decision to become a Nurse Practitioner. Chanell later attended Regis College in Boston’s accelerated psychiatric nurse practitioner program and continued on to obtain her master’s degree as a PMHNP. While attending Regis, Chanell worked and trained at The University of Michigan Mott Children’s Hospital adolescent and child psychiatric unit. In addition, she spent seven years working with CBT, DBT, and inpatient ECT interventions. In her spare time, Chanell enjoys traveling, cycling, Starbucks, skiing, and most of all, spending time with her family and two labrador retrievers!

Chelsea Murkley, LPC

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I have experience helping individuals, children, and families cope with the effects of trauma, attachment issues, as well as issues related to mood, depression, and anxiety. My approach to counseling is trauma-informed. I utilize cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, attachment, and variety of other client-centered techniques. I am focused on treating the whole person. I recognize that the mind, body, and spirit are connected and thus each are integral to experiencing a healthy life balance. I believe in exploring family, social, and cultural relationships to help clients find a sense of belonging, success in personal and treatment goals, and promote self-awareness and acceptance.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Chelsie Greene

Salem, North

I am interested in assisting individuals and families to locate their innate ability to heal. I believe everyone from all backgrounds and orientations have a desire and capacity to live a life full of joy, resilience, and balance. I am currently a student at Lesley University in the Expressive Therapies Department studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Dance/Movement Therapy. Therapeutic approaches I use are greatly influenced by the unique identity of each individual.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Chris Linn

Mental Health Therapist Intern – Supervised by Elizabeth Conkey, LPC

Salem, South

I believe all human beings have an ability to grow and evolve in ways that enable them to better accept past challenges, navigate present circumstances, and cultivate more satisfying futures. Underpinning this belief is my faith in collaborative therapy as an effective tool for accessing that ability and for enabling clients to live meaningful lives informed by their own strengths and values. As a therapist, my approach to using that tool is an integrative one inspired by behavioral, existential, and mindfulness principles. My goal in working together will be to assist you in exploring who you have been, who you are, and who you aspire to become. Through such exploration, I trust that your personal path to authentic well-being, satisfaction, and self-understanding can be revealed.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Concepcion Marin-Cuellar, LPC

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I am a bilingual (Spanish, English), bicultural, Latina therapist. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to support my clients including Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), among others. I work with children and youth from two years old through adulthood.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Connie Deleon Guerrero, LPC

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I believe that all individuals have innate abilities and strengths to live an authentic life; some need support to remove obstacles to achieve that life. My goal would be to help you visualize that success, help you create attainable goals, build your capacity with skills, and offer guidance and inspiration.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Dakota Millak

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

Hello and thank you for considering allowing me the privilege to be a part of your journey with therapy. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling, while maintaining structure and individualization. I hold a master’s degree from the Professional Mental Health Counseling Program at Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling. I have established expertise in working with survivors of domestic violence through working for social services that support survivors of family violence. I draw interventions from modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Client Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I also incorporate mindfulness practices in session. My goal as a counselor is to use my knowledge and resources, to be dedicated to social justice and provide to oppressed populations, maintaining cultural competence, and working in underrepresented communities. I work to ensure that you have a safe space to collaboratively explore your concerns and work towards your goals. I welcome people of all backgrounds into my office, and I work with a diverse group of clients.

Daniel Blumenthal, CSWA

Portland

I hold a Master of Social Work from Portland State University. My education and experience has allowed me to utilize person-centered and strength-based approaches in practice while also helping clients navigate the societal systems that often impact emotional health. I offer an eclectic approach, using multiple modalities to match the diversity of the client experience. I draw from Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Various recreation therapies are also a passion of mine, including Sandplay Therapy, Art Therapy, and Imaginative Play. I use a trauma-informed lens, seeking to create a safe environment and experience for all those seeking services.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Daniel Swaray, CSWA

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

As a social worker I have a passion for my profession. I strongly hold the belief that people have the capacity to change if they have the right environment. By environment I mean a strong healing process, strong social networks and support, socio-economic wellbeing, and the ability to be able to have access to resources that will enhance the change process that they seek. I also believe that healing is relational, and that people are and should be the authors of their lives. I am strongly attuned to culture, gender, sexual orientation, and identity. I pay keen attention to these issues because I know that every human being is unique in their own ways. I acknowledge that people’s life are shaped by many forces around them. My approach to therapy is one that is eclectic, and trauma informed. I know that every individual has unique challenges that they bring into therapy. Throughout my professional journey I have learned that using multiple approaches to fully understand the challenges I encounter can be helpful in the healing process.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Danielle Dieter, LCSW

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I am passionate about working with children and families to find hope, healing, and strength to live a healthy and whole life today. I strive to meet the client where they are and work together to develop the best person-centered treatment plan to meet their goals. Throughout my education and practice, I have worked with children and families within school settings and child welfare. My practice is guided by family systems theory and I strive for a trauma informed and strengths-based approach. I utilize aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, attachment theory, and solution-focused therapy to guide my work with children, adolescents, and families. Additionally, I have training in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and a post graduate certificate in Foster and Adoption Therapy from Portland State University.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Danielle Sanchez, LCSW

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, South

In our work together, I will provide evidence-based tools to help you achieve your best life, whatever that looks like for you. I employ an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on a person-centered perspective, as I recognize that you are the expert in your life, and I am here to provide a sounding board and guidance to help you reach your goals. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), among others. I work with adolescents and adults.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Dora Ramos Vargas

Clinical Social Work Associate

Clackamas

I am a bilingual (Spanish, and English) Latina Therapist. I am passionate about working with children and families. I believe that every client is the expert of their own lives. As a therapist of color, I strive to create an inclusive environment where every individual is capable of being supported and heard. I use models such as Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Person Centered Therapy, and I also specialize in working with economically disadvantaged families.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Elizabeth Conkey, LPC

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, South

I believe that optimal well-being and positive changes are achievable by anyone. I believe that by setting obtainable goals, working in a collaborative and therapeutic relationship, we can work to achieve your goals by providing you with tools to achieve these goals. I utilize a pragmatic approach which involves several different evidence-based therapy approaches with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral and person centered therapies. In examining your emotions, behaviors, thoughts, beliefs, and environment, we can find possible solutions and paths that will enable you to enhance your well-being.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Erin Lacy, LPC

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Salem, South

My approach to counseling is one that looks at the person as a whole. I believe in a collaborative counseling process where, through working together, goals are identified, and change is discovered. I believe that everyone has the ability to change, adapt, and grow with and through life’s challenges. I employ interventions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and trauma focused therapy. I work with adolescents and adults.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Halima Hussein

Clinical Social Work Associate

Beaverton

I believe mental health is an important key to living a better, healthier life. I aim to providing my clients a safe and welcoming space that allows them to feel heard, supported, and empowered. I hold a master’s degree in social work and my therapeutic approach is strength-based therapy where I work collaboratively with my clients to acknowledge and give attention to their strengths and build from there to work through difficult experiences. The models I utilize in my practice include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered therapy, and Mindfulness-based stress-reduction therapy. As a person of color, I strive to provide a space that is affirming and inclusive to individuals of all cultures, religions, gender and sexuality spectrums.

Hansa Gutierrez, LMFT

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, South

I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Oregon. In my work with children, teens, and adults, I believe that my clients are the experts on their lives. I aim to provide a space for people to learn and grow in their own unique ways. I approach therapeutic work from a strengths-based, relational perspective, and use various therapy models (EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, etc.) according to the needs of my clients. As a therapist, I blend my life experiences (as a wife, mother, and multicultural woman) with my therapeutic skills to serve people. I thoroughly enjoy working with clients of various ages, cultural identities, and lived realities to facilitate self-exploration and relational wellness.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Jack Harden

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate Supervisor – Bryanna Oliver-Palmquist, LMFT, RPT

Salem, North

Therapy can be a way for people to access both internal and external resources they need in order to flourish. I believe that everyone is capable of creating change, and I hope that therapy can provide enough support and encouragement that clients feel emboldened to advocate for themselves. As an LGBTQ+ affirming and socially justice-oriented therapist, I endeavor to create a safe and open therapeutic space that allows for identity exploration in all forms. I gravitate towards a narrative and solution-focused approach in most of my work. I have significant experience working with queer, trans, and gender non-conforming youth, as well as experience working with couples and families on relational dynamics.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Janie Kiyokawa

Professional Counselor Associate

Beaverton

Everyone encounters challenges in their lives than can feel isolating. However, this does not have to be the case. I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside you and provide you with support. My goal is to support you in achieving your goals in a safe, therapeutic environment that we create together. I use a holistic approach in which we examine your life through a variety of lenses. As a biracial individual, I strive to create a space that is affirming for all folx. In therapy, I incorporate the unique diversity you bring as it relates to your culture, ethnic/racial background, sexuality, and the gender spectrum. We will work collaboratively to help identify the best strategies to meet your personal goals. In my work, I incorporate principles and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), caregiver-centered approaches, attachment theory, psychoeducation, trauma-informed care, expressive arts therapy, and play therapy. Ultimately, I value providing care that is consistent with your needs and am committed to exploring new approaches that best meet them.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Jeffrey Librett, MS

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I hold a master’s degree in couples and family therapy from the University of Oregon. I work with individuals, couples, and families, combining systemic-relational perspectives with psychodynamic ones. I explore with clients their concerns in the context of their relationships and the various aspects of society at large. I think the way we feel, the way we think about ourselves and others, and what we do are equally important areas to work on in therapy. My goal is to assist clients to find their own pathways to their own new solutions.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Jen Westermann

Professional Counselor Associate Supervisor – Melissa Wurster

Portland

I believe our mental health is important and that we could all benefit from having someone we can talk to. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for people to come and know that they can talk about anything and be heard, respected, and supported. I believe in working with my clients collaboratively where the client is the expert in their own lives, feelings, and experiences, and I can provide a new perspective and knowledge on mental health and well-being. My techniques tend to be focused on brain-based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with aspects of Person-Centered Therapy and Gestalt Therapy. I understand the neuroscience behind how our brains work, and how the working of our brains affects our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I believe in psychoeducation so that the client can learn and be empowered to make knowledgeable decisions and take action towards creating a healthier and happier self.

Jermecia Watkins

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

I firmly believe that every individual deserves to be happy and healthy and live a fulfilling life. I think it is possible if they’re provided the appropriate resources, skills, and psychoeducation. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel safe, accepted, empowered and supported in your growth and healing journey. My approach is to collaboratively explore solutions to ongoing patterns and challenges, learn to manage life’s challenges and navigate the world with your unique experience and identity. My approaches are grounded in Trauma-Informed Care, Relational, and Multicultural practices. I use a diverse range of modalities and techniques depending on the individual, but I gravitate towards Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Jordan Baughman

Professional Counseling Associate

Clackamas

My goal is to establish a strong collaborative relationship where you can feel heard and empowered. I believe in supporting you as you explore solutions to your unique challenges and take an active role in reauthoring your life story. I strive to foster a safe and growth-oriented environment where we can work together to help you reach your goals. I approach counseling from a Narrative and Person-Centered perspective, and enjoy incorporating expressive arts into the therapeutic process.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Karen Torres

Salem, North

I am a bilingual and bicultural Latinx therapist intern. I am currently a graduate student, pursuing an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My goal as a counselor is to assist you in your journey to live an authentic, empowered life. My approach to counseling is person-centered, providing a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering space for you to explore the challenges and patterns preventing you from achieving your goals and flourishing in every aspect of your life. I believe counseling is a collaborative relationship and a way to discover one’s own innate healing abilities. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, dependent on the client’s needs with a focus on mindfulness and play-therapy.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Katelyn (Katie) Spain

Professional Counselor Associate

Clackamas

I believe that counseling is a collaborative process that is built on trust and mutual respect. I use a variety of approaches but focus mainly on person-centered therapy, strengths-based therapy, and positive psychology. Through our services I will focus on building a therapeutic relationship and help to create a unique plan that best matches your needs and goals. I am conversationally fluent in American Sign Language. I have experience working with a variety of clients of differing ages and cultural backgrounds through my graduate training including those experiencing depression, anxiety, eating disorders, psychosis, and other severe and persistent mental health and physical conditions.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Katie Matten

Clinical Social Work Associate Supervisor – Craig Seablom, LCSW

Portland

I am passionate about supporting children, youth, families, and adults to lead healthy lives where their hopes and goals are honored and direct the therapeutic process. I believe in using a strength-based approach to meet goals and always consider the individual within their environment and their family system. I draw on tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Practices, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy to help my clients find stability on a path towards healing. I also love integrating play, expression, and art into the therapeutic session which can help young people open up to the therapeutic process in a way that feels accessible and safe. I enjoy helping young adults establish their own identities, support systems, and the skills necessary to manage their mental health and lead fulfilling lives. Wherever you are on your mental health journey, you should feel affirmed, encouraged, and supported.

Kelly Rodriguez

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate Supervisor – Amy Foote

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I attended California State University, Sacramento and obtained a BS in Child Development and Master’s in Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have extensive training in early childhood care including play therapy and PCIT as well as experience working in school settings and residential facilities. My work with older youth and adults include work with trauma, anxiety and depression with a particular focus on the post partum population.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Kenna Coffee

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I love working with children and supporting them in discovering who they are, finding their voice and expressing themselves. I use a variety of interventions when working with children and families. I primarily engage children in play therapy as play is the primary language of children and an essential part of development. Additionally, I use a variety of techniques and interventions to help children share experiences such as art, books, strength based interventions, motivational interviewing, and collaborative problem solving. It is my desire and goal to create a space in which the youth feels safe, seen and heard to share their thoughts, feelings and concerns.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Kris Graham

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

Bio coming soon.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Kris Hamblin, LPC

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Florence

I believe that human beings have inherent worth and the ability to learn and grow. When working with clients, I utilize a variety of approaches with a strong emphasis on positive psychology, client centered counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma informed techniques to help clients achieve their goals. I ascribe to the idea that individuals are culturally unique. As a result, I work with my client to create a plan for treatment which meets their individual needs and utilize other counseling approaches when appropriate for the individual. I have experience working with a variety of age groups, regarding trauma, mental health issues, domestic violence and substance use issues.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Lalita D. Marvin, LMFT

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I am trained in Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I have also received additional training in working with children and families involved in the foster care system. My basic approach to therapy involves building upon the client’s existing strengths, supports, and resiliency.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Laura Wilson, LCSW

Registered Professional Counselor Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I believe everyone has value and is important. I also believe that people do the best they can with the skills, knowledge and self-awareness that they have at any given moment. My goal is to help those I work with to learn to cope with the challenges they are facing and to learn and build upon the healthy skills they already have. I employ a variety of methods of treatment to accomplish this goal and individualize my approach to each person, family and/or group. I believe that as humans we thrive when we have a strong community around us. Community looks different for each of us and can range from family, friends, neighbors, fellow students, co-workers, and community support providers. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon as of 2012. I am trained in, and primarily utilize, EMDR, Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills practice. I am also a trained Play Therapist and am currently working toward my credential as a Registered Play Therapist.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Malena Ortega

Mental Health Therapist Associate

Florence

I believe my job as a counselor is to create a safe space for you, the client, to tell your unique story, and to help you achieve the goals you have for yourself by creating a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. I believe the therapy relationship is rooted in trust and unconditional positive regard. I strive to provide an environment where you will feel comfortable and not only learn to trust in me but in the therapy process as a whole. I am a humanistic, person-centered counselor with an eclectic approach, drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practices as I deliver solution-focused and strength-based therapies based on your needs.

Megan Ostler

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I believe that at the core of every individual lies strength and capacity for growth and improvement, and my work centers around helping clients discover and tap into their inner resilience. All individuals are unique and I will meet you where you are at with compassion, understanding, and acceptance. I incorporate a person centered, holistic approach utilizing a wide array of modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you meet your goals.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Megan Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

Salem, North

As a therapist, I like to work with people and help talk through what brings them to therapy. I work through a person-centered approach with a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) model, building skills to learn to cope with stressors and help understand emotions. I believe that the best therapeutic experience is when someone feels comfortable in the space. I aim for holding a space in which people feel like they can open up with no pressure or fear of judgment.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Melissa Wurster, LPC

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

Counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental space to speak openly about issues that are affecting your life. I see every client as an individual and also try to understand the context in which the individual lives. I encourage exploration of relevant previous experiences that shed light onto patterns, ability to change, and/or issues that are current in a client’s daily life. Processing issues from the past will allow a person to move forward with more confidence, self-worth, and a stronger desire to make positive changes in life. Therapy can be an intimidating process and I will provide safety, guidance, and reassurance that you need to live a happier, healthier life.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Misty Auld, CSWA, MSW

Mental Health Therapist

Portland

I use a client-based approach where I try to work collaboratively with the client to better understand their goals and how they would like to work on them. I believe it is important to understand how larger systemic forces impact us and that these factors are important to acknowledge during our healing journey. The modalities that I most commonly use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT).

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

MJ Lester, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

My goal is to provide a safe place for my clients to explore and grow through a collaborative therapeutic approach that allows for a cooperative path towards positive change and healing. My approach to counseling is strengths-based with a focus on mindfulness, attachment, and building on positive relationships. With children, I focus on child directed play with special attention to recognizing and managing emotions and facilitating learning and growth.  

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Pam Rosen

Mental Health Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

My goal is to empower you in your process of self-discovery, as all emotions are valid and worth exploring. As a clinical social worker, I believe that our social systems, inequities and constructs affect some people disproportionately, and these can have a real impact on mental health. I aim to bring a warm and calm presence to our sessions, and to utilize a variety of wellness and mindfulness modalities. I will encourage you to live your most authentic life personally, and in your most valued relationships. We’ll work together through collaborative conversations that are centered on your therapy goals.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Rachel Boll

Professional Counselor Associate Supervisor Lara Barnes, LMFT

Beaverton

I believe that we all hold within us the power and ability to meet any challenges we experience in life. As a therapist, I work to cultivate a space in which clients can experience a nonjudgmental, accepting and insightful therapeutic environment. I value client autonomy and believe each individual and family know themselves best. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and abilities as well as how to employ these to incite the positive changes clients would like to see in themselves and their lives. My approach is client-centered with a trauma-focused lens. I also incorporate self-compassion practices, mindfulness-based techniques, somatic-techniques and psychoeducation regularly into my practice. I seek to create a space that is affirming and inclusive to all cultures, sexualities, and genders. We all have the capacity to obtain growth and healing in our lives, and while change may feel daunting at times, I am here to navigate that journey with clients one step at a time.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Rebecca McManus, LMFT

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I believe that every individual has the ability to grow using their unique strengths and resources. By working together through a systemic and culturally sensitive lens, we can identify your strengths and resources to use in achieving goals. I strive to assist each individual towards acquiring congruency in his or her core values, beliefs, and lifestyles.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Richard L. Ruddell, Jr., LPC, CADC 1

Mental Health Therapist

Florence

As a generalist I enjoy working with families and individuals seeking help to address challenges with mood, anxiety, and behavior. My practice is guided by an ecological perspective that assumes there are strong causal relationships between psychological, physical, spiritual, and relational health.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Ruth Vargas-Forman, Ph.D.

Mental Health Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I have been practicing as a psychologist for more than 20 years in both Chile and Oregon. I am a bicultural therapist, fluent in Spanish and English, and I have provided counseling services to adolescents and adults from different countries and cultural backgrounds. My approach is based on a contextual perspective, trauma, resilience, and culturally responsive care. Services are tailored according to your unique background including gender and sexual identity. My desire is to collaborate with you to cultivate balance and healing in a safe environment through the use of evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and psychoeducation.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Samuel Oliver-Palmquist, LMFT

KEEP Program Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I see therapy as a collaborative process in which we thoughtfully work together to identify the roots of emotional pain and effective strategies for alleviating it. In the context of a safe therapeutic relationship, we will develop a plan of action for reaching your personal objectives. I integrate principles and techniques from various therapies, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Autplay (a play therapy and behavioral therapy-based approach for treating autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, and developmental disabilities). I work with children, adolescents, and their families.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Sarah Cairo

Intern Supervisor – Laura Wilson, LCSW

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

The mental health of all individuals is important for the health of our community. I believe each person has the capacity to strengthen their inner resources and adapt to the unique challenges they may face. All people experience change and transitions, and often hardships throughout their lifespan. My goal is to help facilitate the individual’s journey towards growth and assist them to develop the tools and skills that will help them thrive on their journey. I believe we can find meaning through adversity and access our innate strengths and virtues during times of challenges. I employ a variety of counseling methods and themes in my practice such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Counseling, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, among others. I believe in tailoring services to fit each client’s individual needs and preferences.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Sarah Woolley, LPC, ATR-P

Licensed Professional Counselor

Salem, South

I am a Professional Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Oregon. I aim to provide a safe, consistent space to build trust and collaborate with clients to meet their desired mental health goals. Art therapy engages the mind, body, and spirit in integrative ways that are distinct from verbal articulation alone. No client needs to be an “artist” to engage– often it works out better if one is not! In our work together we may use any media you are comfortable trying out, which could be as simple as collecting leaves or making slime. We can also just do talk therapy if you prefer. My prior experience includes providing individual and group support to children, teens, adults and families in various settings including a retirement center, children’s hospital, children’s day treatment, and as a school-based counselor with Native youth. I use a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach tailored to each client.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Shannon Cuffaro, LMFT

Mental Health Therapist

Clackamas

I believe that every individual possesses their own inherent strengths and values to live authentically. I believe in the importance of creating an accepting and safe space for all individuals seeking support in navigating their unique life circumstances. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed and strengths-based with a focus on the whole person. I use a systemic approach by relating your journey to the larger systems within our world, including family, friends, and community. In my work with children, adults, and families, I use models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Strategic Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Shelby Cinnamon, LPC, NCC

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

I believe that everyone is unique and requires a unique focus and style of therapy. While working with you I am always listening for and expecting to hear strengths that you may not see or realize. I want to provide and share hope, courage, and energy to move forward on the therapeutic journey. In my work I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), systemic/narrative therapy, and humanistic approaches. I work with children, adolescents, and their families.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Sheryl Sabo, LCSW

Mental Health Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

My goal is for counseling to be positive and productive part of my client’s life. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing issues of self-image, behavioral difficulties, relationship problems, grief/loss, and trauma. I employ techniques of cognitive-behavioral counseling, mindfulness, strengths-based, solution-focused, and client-centered approaches, in an effort to challenge clients to meet their treatment goals. My highest degree is a master’s of social work from Indiana University. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Sonia Cuellar-Cobb

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I believe therapy can be productive and beneficial to anyone. I take a systems approach to therapy meaning we will incorporate all aspects of yourself and your environment into our work. I understand that who you are, all intersecting parts of your identity, and the relationships in your life impact how you see and interact with the world. By taking these into account we can work together to understand what success looks like for you and how you can thrive. Our work together will be person-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborative because you are the expert in your own life. I have a Master’s in Couples and Family Therapy. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, couples, families, and adults on a multitude of issues including depression, anxiety, and relational problems.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Stacy Sinon, QMHP

Mental Health Therapist

Salem, North

In my work with individuals and families, I use an eclectic approach to address a variety of needs. I utilize a variety of methods such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) according to the needs of each individual. Central to my approach is a holistic therapy experience—focusing not only on the mind and brain but also the body. Every circumstance is unique, and I will meet you where you are to help you navigate life’s challenges. I seek to establish a safe space for growth, recovery, and healing.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Sydney Logan

LPC Intern Supervisor – Bryanna Oliver-Palmquist, LMFT

Salem, North

I approach therapeutic work with young children and families from a humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective, recognizing that all are doing their best to respond to interpersonal, environmental, and societal stressors. In my work with children and families, I utilize a variety of therapy models according to the needs of individual clients, which include Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Though I have training in a variety of therapy modalities, my passion lies with Child-Centered Play Therapy. Play is the natural language of children. Children are often better able to communicate and process complex ideas and emotions through play rather than speaking. When engaging in play therapy, my goal is to help children and their families process their experiences, strengthen their relationships, and develop skills that help in navigating life’s challenges.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Tammy Clark

Clinical Social Work Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

It is my strong belief that our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Mental and physical health go hand in hand. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for people to come and know that they can talk about anything and be heard, respected, and supported. I also believe that the client is the expert in their own lives, feelings, and experiences, and by working together, I can provide a new perspective and knowledge on mental health and well-being. My techniques are focused on brain-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with aspects of Person-Centered Therapy. I also facilitate BRITE (Building Resilience for Individuals through Trauma Education) that is a trauma focused group. I understand the neuroscience on how our brains work, and how the working of our brains affects our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and physical health. With psychoeducation, I believe that the client can learn and be empowered to make informed decisions to be able to take action towards creating a healthier and happier self.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Tara Kaldahl

Professional Counselor Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

Life can be chaotic, stressful, and messy, but with the right tools and support, it can be navigated in a healthy and manageable way. I believe that therapy can be life changing, and together we can find effective coping methods, create goals for treatment that are authentic to you as an individual, and work towards those goals using a variety of therapeutic methods. The foundation for my practice is Person Centered Therapy, but I also utilize concepts from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Everyone’s life experiences and worldviews are unique and should be honored, respected, and appreciated. Together, we will create a safe, nonjudgmental space to build trust and work towards reaching your therapeutic goals.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Tesha Shriro

Professional Counselor Associate

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I believe that people who feel heard and understood and who have the support they need will be better able to work through challenges, manage their experiences, and reach their goals. It can take courage to ask for help for yourself, child or family. I strive to create a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space within the therapeutic relationship for you to be your whole self. We are unique individuals who come from families, cultures, and experiences which influence who we are. I work from a trauma informed relational strengths-based approach using a variety of modalities to fit each client’s needs.

Tracy Sloat, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

Tracy Sloat has over thirty years of nursing experience, including 5 years as a critical care nurse at a VA Medical Center, 3 years as a maternal child health nurse in rural Bangladesh, 15 years as a public health nurse in Arizona, and 2 years as the Executive Director of the local National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) affiliate in Phoenix. Each of these experiences played a formative role in her journey to becoming a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Tracy’s goal is to provide psychiatric care that is holistic in nature as she encourages clients towards their personal goals. Tracy has a Master’s in Advance Practice Community Health Nursing from the University of Washington and a Doctorate in Nursing, specializing in psychiatric/mental health across the lifespan from Arizona State University.

Ty Wong, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and positive change. I want to work with you collaboratively and help you work towards your goals. I honor and value each person’s uniqueness and cultural identity. I work with people by addressing individuals and their relationships in the greater context of the environments and society they live in. I believe in open communication and encourage you to share your feedback. I believe that our work can greatly benefit from this openness and honesty. Experience working with LGBTIQA+ and BIPOC populations.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

Veronica Blumberg

Mental Health Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I look to create safe and trusting relationships with individuals and families in order to foster the therapeutic experience. I utilize a collaborative, strength-based, and holistic approach when working with individuals and families. My approach to therapy blends a variety of techniques including: Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I strive to validate people’s feelings and experiences, to help empower them to navigate life.

Accepted Insurance

OHP

Victoria Heater, LPC

Mental Health Therapist

Eugene Clinic and Administration Office

I believe we all come to therapy with our own experiences, specific set of needs and strengths. Therefore, therapy should provide a variety of services that acknowledge the individual experience to meet the needs and strengths of the individual and family. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bushnell University. I specialize in early childhood, complex trauma and behavioral health needs. I primarily work with children 0-18 and their families. I utilize a variety of approaches including but not limited to play-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and attachment-based therapy. When working with young children, family therapy is essential to success by creating the systematic change fundamental for therapeutic growth of both the individual and family. I am honored to work with my clients and be present for their successes and struggles, to build a brave space together to meet each person where they are at. I am blessed to have the opportunity to stand beside them in their person growth journey.

Accepted Insurance

OHP and some private insurance

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