Counseling and art therapy for self-acceptance and creative transformation

My approach is practical and down to earth, engaging empathy, humor and your natural creative abilities to solve problems, have more authentic relationships with yourself and others, and cope with losses and transitions. My theoretical orientation comes from attachment, trauma, and cognitive behavioral theories in addition to the foundational training I received in psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Background: I was born in Eugene, studied fine art at Oregon State University, traveled and lived in Spanish speaking countries, and exhibited professionally. In 1995 I completed a masters degree in art therapy at New York University and worked for approximately 15 years at a variety of clinical settings including Queens Children's Psychiatric Center, Interfaith Medical Center, the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services, and the NYC Public Schools. I joined with many other professionals to provide crisis intervention and ongoing support for 9-11 survivors. As an adjunct instructor in the NYU graduate art therapy program over ten years, I trained and supervised countless emerging professionals. My interest in body image and self-transformation resulted in a book on art therapy and self-injury. Recently my path turned homeward, relocating a private practice in New York City to Oregon City, Oregon.

Credentials: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Board Certified Art Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Approved Clinical Supervisor for counseling professionals and interns. I am a professional member of the American Art Therapy Association.

I provide counseling for children, adolescents, adults and elder adults. Professional services for clinicians include supervision for LPC interns, art therapy supervision for ATR credentials, and BC exam coaching. My areas of specialization are body image and self-injury, trauma, attachment, life transitions and aging, careers, and child and adolescent development. Learn more..

Fees: $80 per 50 minute individual session. In-network insurance plans: HealthNet, Reliant Behavioral Health, ODS, Aetna. Out-of-network and self-pay options available.

Location: 419 Center Street, Oregon City. Street parking is plentiful and free in a lovely, quite neighborhood of historic homes. Tri-met buses stop regularly at the nearest corner. The Pioneer Community Center is within two blocks walking distance. To schedule an appointment call 503 317-2245 or email dhm@pdxarttherapy.com . Day and evening hours available within one to three days.