Complex Trauma Therapy in Portland, Oregon
You felt abandoned. You felt unseen and unheard. You grew up believing that your voice didn't matter, that your feelings were somehow wrong, and that others' needs were more important than your own.
You tell yourself the harm was done years ago, so why should it matter now? But you continue to find yourself in relational cycles that leave you feeling drained, misunderstood, frustrated, and ultimately, hurt. You desperately want to find healing within yourself and within your relationships.
My approach:
-
We will explore how childhood experiences have shaped your attachment, impacting how you show up in relationships.
-
We will engage in parts-focused work, in order to build compassion towards the parts of you that helped you survive.
-
We will sit with difficult & complex feelings - this can feel scary at first, I know! As you find acceptance within these feelings, you can take steps towards living out your unique values.
-
We will collaborate on the goals you have been unsure about. We will really get to the heart of what you want and talk about how to get there.
-
We will use narrative work to describe your life experiences - where you've been, where you're at now, and where you're going. You are the author of your life!
Meet your Portland complex trauma therapist
Hi, I'm Esther, a Licensed Professional Counselor & board-certified music therapist specializing in complex trauma. I have been working with folks navigating cPTSD for eight years now.
I believe that attachment & relational healing can happen in the therapy room. But it is certainly not where it stops. This is where it can begin! Learning how to open up, how to trust, and how to share your story can build emotional safety and self-confidence. It is a big step to meet with a therapist, and I applaud you for coming this far.
I truly believe that a deeper understanding of our emotions and experiences can help us move through whatever we face. Having the skills and the community to help us navigate difficult moments is possible! It is truly an honor to be a part of that journey.