Supervisor: Emily Brems, LMFT

I offer a very accepting and collaborative style to support people from across social, political, and identity spectrums. Most of us have some level of desire to be at peace with ourselves, connected to others, and effective in achieving what we want in the world. At the same time, we encounter difficulties that frustrate those desires and intentions. Sometimes those difficulties can leave us in considerable conflict, distress, emotional turmoil, and even physical pain.

Whatever you are experiencing is welcomed with curiosity and non-judgement. Working together we can explore paths to more ease in your life, greater personal effectiveness, an enhanced sense of belonging, and a stronger sense of safety and peace.

I use an integrative approach that incorporates Restoration Therapy (empowering mindful choices and changing destructive patterns), Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills (a variation on cognitive behavior therapy), Family Constellations, concepts from Solution-Focused Therapy, elements of Movement Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I live with my wife in Portland, Oregon where we enjoy being together in the outdoors year-round. My child and stepchildren are grown and finding their way in the world. At home, you might find me tending the garden and bee hives, preserving food, or engaged in home improvement projects.