Yasharet Lopez Valencia LCSW

"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars" -Khalil Gibran

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Insurances Accepted                                                        

• CareOregon

• HealthShare OHP

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Regence BCBS

• Private Pay

Age of Client                                                                     

• Adults ages 20 to 30

• Adults ages 31 to 54

• Adults age 55 plus

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Telehealth

• Portland Milwaulkie Office

Yasharet Lopez Valencia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes in the philosophy of resiliency and determination. She is a fierce advocate for the BIPOC community. Yasharet received her undergraduate degree from George Fox University and a Masters in Social Work from Simmons University. As a first-generation Latina immigrating from her hometown of Oaxaca, Mexico to Portland, Oregon, she understands the challenges of being an immigrant in a world that is dominated by the white majority and the challenges that come with growing up in two cultures. Yasharet is passionate in providing services to the Latinx community. Yasharet has experience working with a variety of clients and is passionate about working with survivors of complex trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression, self esteem, and relationship issues. Yasharet is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral.

Yasharet specializes in incorporating approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Yasharet incorporates the connection between mind, body, and soul in her therapy approach and believes in these components in guiding her work with each individual client.

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Jacqueline Pardo-Morales, Professional Counselor Associate

Asking for support can be difficult. Together we can take the first step to take charge of your life. I enjoy working with Latino/BIPOC communities, teens and young adults.

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• Pacific Source OHP

• Providence

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• Private Pay

Age of Client

• Ages 11 to 13

• Ages 14 to 16

• Ages 17 to 19

• Adults

Locations of Services (If Available)

• Telehealth

As someone who identifies as bicultural, I can empathize with the many barriers associated with finding a provider who can understand various cultural differences that take place in our world. I want to help you reach your goals in a way that works best for you and your learning style. My theoretical framework is person centered and trauma informed, to provide you with the most personalized experience. I like to incorporate multiple therapy perspectives that include; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as Mindfulness.

I have experience working in crisis services as well as outpatient Telehealth settings. My educational background includes completing a Masters in Applied Psychological Science from Pacific University. During my studies, I participated in a year-long clinical internship that focused on supporting people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Anxiety using the evidence based practice of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I enjoy working with people of various backgrounds who are struggling to manage their symptoms of anxiety or depression and are looking for support in taking back control of their lives.

I am committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and respectful to all people regardless of race, color, culture, religion, spiritual practice, sex, age, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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Christina Amoroso LCSW

"Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if only one remembers to turn on the light." - Albus Dumbledore.

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• Allcare Health OHP

• CareOregon

• HealthShare OHP

• InterCommunity Health Network OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permenente

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Private Pay

• Regence BCBS

• United Health Care

Age of Client                                                                     

• Ages 14 to 16

• Ages 17 to 19

• Adults ages 20 to 30

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Telehealth

Dealing with challenges and stressors is an unavoidable part of our human experience, and it can certainly leave an unwanted impact in our life. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I aim to look at the whole person, understanding how all the aspects of our lives come together to impact our minds and bodies. Healing happens when all parts of the person are aligned and integrated.

I take a holistic, strengths-based approach to therapy, working with clients to improve distress tolerance and emotion regulation, heal their nervous system, and strengthen core beliefs and values. I am passionate about working with females; in adolescence, young adulthood, and into their 30s. My therapeutic orientation draws from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and somatic-based practices. 

My goal is to provide a safe space for clients to express what is on their minds, learn beneficial coping skills, understand the mind-body connection, and build a sense of connection with themselves and others.

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Julio Valdez-Nolasco CSWA

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." - Viktor E. Frankl

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Insurances Accepted                                                        

• Aetna

• HealthShare OHP

• InterCommunity Health Network OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Commercial

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Providence

• Regence BCBS

• Trillium Community Health Plan OHP

• Private Pay

Age of Client                                                                     

• Adults ages 20 to 30

• Adults ages 31 to 54

• Adults ages 55 plus

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Telehealth

Bilingual in Spanish and English

I was raised in Minnesota and later moved to California, where I earned my MSW at Loma Linda University. I spent five years working with the homeless population before transitioning to a more therapeutic setting. Although I initially began as a group therapist, my focus has shifted to individual therapy.

In my practice, I employ a non-judgmental and person-centered approach. I integrate motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) modalities. Additionally, I may incorporate dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills during the therapeutic process. I am committed to helping individuals establish and work towards ongoing goals, recognizing and respecting the existence of limitations in the therapeutic journey. I create a supportive space where people can use their natural abilities to grow personally and overcome their challenges.

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Dina "Sarai" Rivas, LCSW

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”― Maya Angelou

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Insurances Accepted

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• CareOregon

• EOCCO OHP

• HealthShare OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Regenece BCBS

• Trilliium Community Health Plan OHP

• Private Pay

Age of Client

• Ages 17 to 19

• Adults ages 20 to 30

• Adults ages 31 to 54

Locations of Services (If Available)

• Telehealth

I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) and bicultural therapist. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. My clinical approach is always to support my clients to feel safe and comfortable talking to and working with me. I approach my work with a non-judgmental and client-centered focus. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify and address their treatment goals. 

I am licensed in the state of Oregon, and I have over 5 years of clinical experience. I use different clinical modalities, such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT).  

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Jessica Daas, LMFT

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• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Providence

• Regence BCBS

• Trillium Community Health Plan OHP

• Private Pay

Ages they Will treat

• Adults ages 20 to 30

• Adults ages 31 to 54

Locations:

• Telehealth

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Sarah Holland, Professional Counselor Associate

My approach to healing is holistic and utilizes client centered, strength based practices that are designed to help the individual find their way back to a place of balance. With specialized training in trauma healing and experience working with clients ranging from pre-verbal children through adulthood, I strive to create an environment of safety where the client is able to move at their own pace through their unique set of obstacles and toward experiencing a deeper sense of wellness.

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Insurances Accepted                                                        

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• HealthShare OHP

• InterCommunity Health Network OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Pacific Source OHP

• Providence

• Regence BCBS

• Trillium Community Heath Plan OHP

• Private Pay

Age of Client                                                                     

• Ages 0 to 6

• Ages 6 to 10

• Ages 11 to 13

• Ages 14 to 16

• Ages 17 to 19

• Adults ages 20 to 30

• Adults ages 31 to 54

• Adults ages 55 plus

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Telehealth

• Medford Office

When we bring consciousness to unconscious patterns of thoughts and behaviors and heal areas that have been wounded, we regain the option of choice where there previously wasn't.

I draw on training in client centered approaches to mental health counseling such as Somatic Experiencing, Gestalt therapy, and Humanistic Psychotherapy. I have also studied behavior based approaches to therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. In each session I work to assess the needs of the individual and tailor the treatment provided with the necessary balance of structure and exploration. I specialize in taking a trauma informed approach, focusing on the client feeling safe enough to explore difficult areas that have been challenging with curiosity and openness. In this exploration unconscious areas become more consciousness and one has an increased sense of agency and choice.

My formal education includes an M.A. in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, CA and completion of the 3 year Somatic Experiencing Training. I also have work experience in the fields of child and youth therapy and substance use disorder treatment.

I have lived Internationally which allows for heightened cultural sensitivity, and am able to work with clients in both English and Spanish.

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Meleah Nordquist, CSWA

You don't owe an explanation as to why you need time to heal.

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Insurances Accepted                                                        

• Aetna

• HealthShare OHP

• InterCommunity Health Network OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Commercial

• Pacific Source Private Insurance

• Providence

• Regence BCBS

• Trillium Community Health Plan OHP

• Private Pay

Age of Client                                                                     

• Ages 11 to 13

• Ages 14 to 16

• Ages 17 to 19

• Adults

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Beaverton Office

• Telehealth

Choosing to pursue therapy is a significant and empowering decision. My goal is to truly understand your unique perspective and assist you in defining and achieving your personal goals. The best therapeutic outcomes stem from a strong, collaborative relationship between us, where mutual trust and understanding are paramount.

My theoretical framework is trauma-informed and person-centered, focusing on you as the expert of your life. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Theory, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. I am committed to supporting a therapeutic environment where power is shared with each other to support the most effective healing.

I am looking forward to connecting with you!

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Crystal Jeffers, LCSW

“Perhaps the biggest mistake I made in the past was that I believed love was about finding the right person. In reality, love is about becoming the right person. Don’t look for the person you want to spend your life with. Become the person you want to spend your life with.” Neil Strauss

­­Before Booking

Please be Sure One Option from Each Section is True

Insurances Accepted                                                        

• Aetna

• AllCare Health

• CareOregon

• Cigna

• HealthShare OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• InterCommunity Health Network OHP

• Moda

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source Commercial

• Pacific Source OHP

• Providence

• Regence RBCBS

• Trillium Community Health Plan OHP

• United Health Care

• Private Pay

Age of Client                                                                     

• Adults

• Adults ages 55 plus

Locations of Services (If Available)                               

• Telehealth

• Salem Office

I believe in you, and I’m excited to explore your dreams, interests, skills, strengths, values, successes, and personal uniqueness. I meet you where you’re at right now, and together we can decide what healing looks like.

We may explore mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, trauma work including psychoeducation about the effects of trauma on the body, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and ACT.

With therapy, you get what you put in. It isn’t easy, and I’m here to show you that you’re safe in our therapeutic relationship and during the time we spend together.

Education and lived experience:

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgia State University and a Master of Social Work degree from Portland State University. I’m registered with the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers (BLSW) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

I agree to abide by the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics, and the Oregon BLSW Social Work Laws and Rules. I have expertise in DBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), ADHD treatment, and trauma treatment frameworks including somatic interventions. I have a strong equity lens and continue to learn how I can best serve everyone at intersections of race, ethnicity, economic status, spirituality, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and/or disability.

I have experience working alongside adults who face the challenges of Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, personality disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. Some of my personal lived experiences that inform my approach include direct trauma and family trauma related to mental health challenges, poverty, substance use, abandonment, grief and loss, and emotional and physical abuse.

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Sarah Bingham, Professional Counselor Associate

To summarize my feelings about counseling...“Being heard is so close to being loved that for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable."

- David W. Augsburger

Before Booking

Please be Sure One Option From Each Section is True

Insurances Accepted

• Aetna

• Cigna

• CareOregon

• EOCCO OHP

• HealthShare OHP

• Jackson Care Connect OHP

• Kaiser Permanente

• MODA

• Oregon Health Plan Open Card

• Pacific Source OHP

• Pacific Source Commercial

• Providence

• Regence BCBS

• Private Pay

Age of Client

• Adults ages 20 to 30

Locations of Services (If Available)

• Telehealth

• Salem Office

      I believe at their very core people have unique worth. I understand that when a person feels worthy their focus is less on survival and more on their own potential. I value the fact that seeking counseling and asking for help can be difficult. I understand as a counselor, it is a privilege and immense responsibility to enter in to another person's experience. I work together with my client toward the common goal of empowering them to find the internal strength and wisdom that already exists within them. To this end, I believe the client is the expert on themselves and as a counselor, I allow space to explore areas of their life that were either denied to awareness or distorted.

      I honor diversity and advocate for people from all populations, with appropriate care given to people of color, people from low socio-economic status, people with disabilities, people that are from the LGBTQI+ population and people from a non-dominant language background. I believe that each individual has the right to find their purpose in life and know how finding their unique worth can affect their future possibilities.

     Due to this philosophy I employ a comprehensive approach to counseling considering each individual’s needs. I utilize evidence-based techniques from Person-centered Theory to offer unconditional positive regard, warmth and openness; Narrative Therapy to understand that "the person is not the problem, but rather the problem is the problem,"; Gestalt therapy to bring awareness to what might be hidden from our view point; and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to understand distorted thoughts and how they impact your life. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy to offer empowerment and hope for those who have experienced trauma.

     I hold a Masters in Counseling from Oregon State University, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a National Certified Counselor. I uphold confidentiality and understand policy, laws and ethical standards in regards to privacy. This means when an individual confides in me they can trust that they have arrived at a serious audience.

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·         Availability is updated once a day, or less, leading to your chosen provider possibly not being available. Please call for the most accurate information and fastest assignment.