Hi, I’m Gretchen.

Welcome! It can feel like a big decision to start therapy, perhaps for the first time or maybe once again. I am glad you are here!
As a trauma-informed therapist, it is important to me to create a safe place for connection during therapy. Humans are made for connection, and it is only when we are in safe, healthy connection that we can truly thrive and heal.

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My Approach

I approach therapy eclectically and holistically, utilizing trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches that meet each person within their own strengths and curiosities.

I have experience and training around the following:

  • Interpersonal Neurobiology

  • Polyvagal theory

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Person Centered/Humanistic approach

  • Trauma-informed Third Wave Behavioral approaches (Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

  • Motivational Interviewing

Because of the importance of using multiple parts of our brain to connect and process, at times I also utilize expressive therapy techniques, such as sand tray, movement, and art therapy.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.”

-Maya angelou

Licenses & Certificates

I am a Masters Level Licensed Professional Counselor (License number C6818), registered through the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists

I hold a certificate as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Registrant (T-24-3796) through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon.