Somatic Therapy

My Results, by priority (1-5):
1.0 Catherine Rose..
1.5 Kristine Nystrom.P
OHP


1.5 Ross Cohen..
?

1.5 Heather H. Greengp
OHP

1.5 Carol SpearsGP
1.9 Jane Mayer..

2.0 Linda Meretsky..
?

2.0 Amelia Morgan-Rothschildg.
?

2.0 Carolyn Knutson..
2.0 Jesse Johnson..

2.0 Dan Harold..
OHP

2.0 Anthony Marchant..
2.0 Jeremy Mcallister..
?


2.5 Suzie Wolfer..
?

3.5 Shiela Walty..

5.0 JoDee Brown..
OHP
These are my own private notes.
. . . rough form, unfinished, a bit scattered . . .
Mostly to test how this blogging system works.

Some days it really seems like everyone has PTSD to some
degree, at some level, in some way. I and several of my
friends occasionally Fight/Flight/Freeze/Faint reactively,
and then it's up to us to try to connect as best we can.

Even the hired help needs help! So, how can I help
myself and also the people around us, without demanding
that everyone be perfectly functional and coherent?

I really just want to have some nice friends to share the
most fulfilling life together. Even when people are
freaking out, could we learn from and hold onto, and
support each other? We're gonna have to know about
PTSD and OCD and ADHD and EFT and EMDR and NVC
and the integration of ... well, everything.


1) Find Therapist Listings



Check some lists of certified masters ...

EFT Masters shows 29 worldwide, but none in Portland.
EMDR International Assoc. lists 26 practitioners within 5 miles of 97214.

http://hakomiinstitute.com/about/faculty
Try googling for combinations of modalities...
+"EMDR" +"Hakomi" finds 3120 pages
+"EMDR" +"Hakomi" +"Somatic" finds 2910 pages
+"EMDR" +"Hakomi" +"Somatic" +"Coach" finds 1930 pages

(Hint: Using double quotes makes many more results show up.)

Try googling for combinations of the favorite therapists...
+"Kristine Nystrom" +"Carol Spears" finds 1 page
+"Catherine Rose" +"Ross Cohen" finds 0 page

2a) PortlandTherapyCenter.com

To find a suitable Somatic Therapist in Portland,
we search through PortlandTherapyCenter.com .
It's a simple index that lists 183 psychotherapists in the Portland area.

(To run the searches yourself, right-click on any of the
yellow links, to then "Open Link in New Tab").

1) List all therapists (183 found)
2) Filter them for "PTSD" (146 found)
3) Filter them for "Oregon Health Plan" (7 found)
4) Filter them for "PTSD" and "Oregon Health Plan" (7 found)

Those 7 are a good start, but there is more digging that can be done.
After all, we have an entire city of 2M people to choose from!

The info page for "PTSD" lists 29 primary therapists
but Googling for "PTSD" on that website shows 280 results

Noticing that the info page only showcases SOME of the therapists
involved, what if we use Google to find all the topical therapists?
For example, the info page for ...

"EMDR" showcases 12 primary therapists but Google reveals 18 available.
"Hakomi" lists 3 primary therapists but Google reveals 16 available.
"NVC" lists 2 primary therapists but Google reveals 48 available.
"Sensorimotor" lists 3 primary therapists but Google reveals 7 available.
"Somatic Therapy" lists 7 primary therapists but Google reveals 45 available.
"Solution-Focused Brief Therapy" lists 9 therapists but Google reveals 84 available.

These are all good searches, so let's combine
"PTSD", "Hakomi" AND "Somatic Therapy", which then finds 14 results

Only one of those 14 takes Oregon Health Plan: 1 result! (JoDee Brown !)
Maybe that's a good first try.

2b) PsychologyToday.com

PTSD: 785 found
Somatic: 118 found
Neurofeedback: 15 found
EMDR: 177 found

2c) GoodTherapy.org

PTSD: 96 found
Somatic: 17 found
Neurofeedback: 6 found
EMDR: 9 found

Within 3 miles of 97214: 114 found
Male: 44 found
Male in 97214?: 38 found

AND they are male: 37 found

3) Top Picks

After all these searches, we find the following therapists
most interesting to call and talk with.

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Catherine Rose

#1.0 priority -- 4605 NE Fremont St. / Portland, OR 97213 / 503-610-3510 Second Office: 016 SE 12th Ave / Portland, OR 97214 Email: rose@HowDoIStand.com OHP: no insurance taken, but sliding scale, and first session is donation-basis LISTS: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief http://www.hakomitherapist.com/portland_counselor_catherine.php Works with Jas (James Davis). ... extensive training and certification in Hakomi Psychotherapy with Melissa Grace and Phil Del Prince at the Hakomi Institute in Boulder, CO, Recreation of the Self training in Portland, OR with Jon Eisman and two years of training in family systems therapy at the SKY Center. https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/catherine-rose
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Kristine Nystrom, LPC, LMHC

#1.5 priority -- 5404 N. Montana Ave. / Portland, OR 97217 / 503-382-9654 or perhaps (503)438-4341 ?? OHP:Yes LISTS: Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Sensorimotor, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, NOT-PTSD, Loss or Grief ALSO LISTS: EcoTherapy, EcoPsychology, Existential, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Transpersonal https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/kristine-nystrom http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=191108 Rumi wrote, "The wound is the place where the Light enters you." Mindfulness-based CBT, DBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Interpersonal Neurobiology. Together we will foster healing and growth through building awareness of what gets in the way of taking control in your life and gently breaking down those barriers. http://www.newstreamscounseling.com/types-of-treatment.html *Finding the right therapist for you is of the utmost importance. Because of this, I offer a free (30-minute) initial consultation session in which we can meet, and you can ask any questions you might have about my process.
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Ross Cohen

#1.5 priority -- 325 NW 21st Ave, Suite 204 / Portland, OR 97209 / (503) 887-3309 Email: mail@ross-cohen.com OHP: No OHP listed, but "it's still worth checking your plan" LISTSxxxx: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief http://www.ross-cohen.com/ !! GREAT DETAILS ON: anxiety, depression, trauma & abuse, EMDR, attachment wounds   http://www.ross-cohen.com/how_i_work.html The Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS) http://www.ross-cohen.com/dnms.html Imaginal Nurturing -- adds an attachment oriented focus to EMDR http://www.ross-cohen.com/imaginal_nurturing.html Brainspotting -- http://www.ross-cohen.com/brainspotting.html https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/ross-cohen
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Heather Horizon Green

#1.5 priority -- 12555 SW 1st St / Beaverton, OR 97005 / 971-217-6527 in the Sage Center for Wholeness and Hope Email: heather.joyfulawakening@gmail.com OHP: Yes!! LISTS: NOT-Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief ALSO: Dance/Movement Therapy, EcoTherapy, Wilderness Therapy, Gender Non-conforming, Hypnotherapy, Interpersonal, Narrative, Relational http://joyfulawakeningpractice.com/ https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/heatherhorizon-greene "a whole-person framework, supporting folks in resiliently overcoming personal, cultural and intergenerational trauma."
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Carol Spears, MSW, LCSW, SEP

#1.5 priority -- C's #1 Mind In Balance Counseling 3939 NE Hancock St, suite 316 / Portland, OR 97212 / 503-703-1402 Email: carol@mindinbalance.com OHP: No (darn!) LISTSxxxx: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief https://mindinbalance.com https://mindinbalance.com/About_Carol.html adv. training using touch skills w/Steven Gilligan coordinates his yearly supervision in PacNW (sponsorship philosophy) "There is help available for you. Talking with a trained therapist can be the first step towards feeling better." http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Carol_Spears_MSW,LCSW_Portland_Oregon_37120 http://www.goodtherapy.org/carol-spears-therapist.php http://sepractitioner.membergrove.com/member-details.php?id=2039 SE Level: SE™ Practitioner – SE™ Assistant Professional Title: MSW, LCSW, SEP Post Advanced Certificates: Touch Skills Training Insurance Accepted: Yes Insurance Type(s): MVA, some major medical
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Jane Mayer

#1.9 priority -- 1832 NE Broadway / Portland, OR 97232 / 503-334-1672 Email: mail@janebmayer.com free 30-minute phone call OHP: No insurance taken. You submit receipts for Out-of-network coverage. Please contact your insurance company directly to find out: 1. Does my plan provide reimbursement for out-of-network mental health care? 2. If so, is there a separate deductible? 3. What percentage of out-of-network costs does my plan cover? 4. Do I need pre-authorization for out-of-network services? 5. Is there a limit to the number of sessions that will be reimbursed per year? LISTS: Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, NOT-Somatic Therapy, NOT-PTSD, Loss or Grief ALSO: Psychodynamic, Contemplative http://janebmayer.com/ I help people grow who want to grow. Therapy, at its core, is a relationship between two people whose aim is to bring clarity and choice to the client. My goal is to work with clients with whom there is a good fit, a meeting of our minds and hearts, and whose issues are ones which I can ethically and confidently address. https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/jane-mayer My clients are motivated, high functioning adults and older teens who are facing life's transitional points, learning how to function with health and integrity in all aspects of their lives. My training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, which helps me to grasp the impact of your life's experiences and their impact on your way of being in the world, your relationship to yourself and others. My additional training includes work with mindfulness, buddhist psychology, attachment theory and somatic-based therapies which help me frame for you how you interact with your feelings, beliefs, assumptions and choices. My interpersonal style is active, engaged, honest and humorous. Most of my clients report feeling deeply supported and challenged in their work with me.
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Linda Meretsky, LCSW, SEP, CHT

#2 priority -- Somatic Psychotherapy 2625 SE Hawthorne Blvd. / Portland, Oregon, 97214 / (503)452-6796 OHP: ? LISTSxxxx: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief http://www.lmeretsky.com/lm_expect.php http://www.lmeretsky.com/lm_bio.php TODO: http://www.emdrtherapistnetwork.com/linda.meretsky TODO: http://sepractitioner.membergrove.com/member-details.php?id=478
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Amelia Morgan-Rothschild, MA, LPCi

#2 priority -- Modern Mindful Psychotherapy 2325 E. Burnside St. / Portland, OR, 97214 / 503-564-8289 free 30-minute OHP: ? LISTS: Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief http://www.mindfultherapistportland.com/about/ https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/amelia-morganrothschild MODERN MINDFUL PSYCHOTHERAPY: Cultivating confidence in modern day lives and relationships. I specialize in helping people who find it difficult to truly be themselves in relationships with others. I also specialize in helping helping people with anxiety develop calm, ease, and clarity. While performing in theater brought me joy, eventually I become more inspired and fulfilled by spirituality, meditation, Buddhism, inner work, and healing. These interests led me through a variety of psychological and transformational studies until I eventually earned my Masters in Contemplative Psychotherapy at Naropa University, one of the only Buddhist-inspired accredited school in the country. Here is where I learned the unique art of helping others. It is important that you know I have experienced my own struggles, challenges, heartaches, lows, and extremes. Moreover, I can tell you from my personal experience as a client, that therapy does help.
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Carolyn Knutson

#2 priority - with self-acupressure, Thai massage 5525 E. Burnside St. / Portland, OR 97215 / (503) 504-0495 Email: knutson.carolyn@gmail.com OHP: No, only takes FamilyCare LISTS: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief ALSO: http://www.carolynknutson.com/default.html "Thai massage ... often resulting in not only physical release of bound muscles and connective tissue, but also emotional releases such as laughing or crying. This is welcomed and a sign that the stagnant holding places in the body are letting go." https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/carolyn-knutson "I have a holistic approach to talk therapy that includes breathing exercises, body awareness, and self-acupressure. As a licensed professional counselor as well as a licensed massage therapist, I believe that being grounded in the body and the breath is an important way to cope with overwhelming emotions, to unwind trauma, and to break up patterns that no longer serve us."
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Jesse Johnson

#2 priority - sharp communication skills, but not quite social/relational/PTSD/deep 443 NE Knott St. / Portland, OR 97212 / 503-504-0941 Email: jesse@vitalcollective.com Free 30-minutes OHP:NO LISTS: NOT-Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Sensorimotor, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief http://www.vitalcollective.com/ M.A. in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University (2005-2008) Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (2008-2009) a professional voice over artist and musician to flex my creative comfort zone! I am part of two peer-led men’s groups https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/jesse-johnson NICE! A few video blogs, informative and useful: http://www.vitalcollective.com/revolution-blog/ Oct. 25, 11am-12:30PM: Compassionate Relationship Group, to practice NVC (donation based ($10-20) http://www.vitalcollective.com/event/nvc-drop-in/?instance_id=1785
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Dan Harold, LCSW, CADC I

#2 priority -- 2705 E Burnside suite 206 / Portland, OR 97214 / (503)516-4455 danharold@comcast.net https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/dan-harold OHP: YES 30 minutes free LISTS: NOT-Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief "I specialize in Addictions, Mental Health, Chronic Pain, Trauma, and Couples/Families. I am an expert in these areas." MANY DETAILED PAGES on Narrative Therapy, DBT (Dialectical BehaviorTherapy), Relational Psychotherapy, and Trauma http://portlandtherapy.org/therapy/ http://portlandtherapy.org/abuse-and-trauma/
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Anthony Marchant

#2 priority -- 7445 SW Ashdale Ct. / Portland, OR 97223 / 971-322-4475 Email: anthony@marchantcounseling.com OHP:NO (darn!) LISTS: Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, NOT-Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief ALSO LISTS: Transpersonal http://www.marchantcounseling.com/about-me/ https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/anthony-marchant "I have over 14 years of experience teaching and practicing NVC and hundreds of hours of training. NVC is s core component of my approach and practice." Pretty generic sounding, except that "masters degree in Transpersonal Psychology from Naropa University and did my undergraduate work at the University of Oregon in psychology"
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Jeremy Mcallister

#2.0 priority -- 4838 NE Sandy Blvd Suite 210 / Portland, OR 97213 / (503)284-6754 Email: jeremy@lifekeycounsel.com 2-years practice, $35-90/hour Initial 30 minutes free LISTS: Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief ALSO LISTS: Sensorimotor, Unity, Organicity http://lifekeycounsel.com/base/main.php?page=about#specialization My training and specialization revolve around complex trauma from childhood abuse/neglect, specifically misuse of power by an adult resulting in later life relationship challenges, social shame, ongoing expectation of oppression and/or abandonment, and often a state of 'freeze' or 'stuckness' in body and in life. I work with you to recognize and feel internal resources and strategies, finding effective ways to meet your needs while navigating a complex variety of internal and external systems. When we feel safe -- when we perceive no threats or triggers in our immediate situation -- our natural neurological system for social connection kicks in. We warm to others. We smile more. We are more likely to notice the smiles of others. We feel like our 'true' selves. https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/jeremy-mcallister
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Suzie Wolfer, LCSW

#2.5 priority -- Counseling Services of Portland 12132 SE Foster Place / Portland, Oregon, 97266 / (503) 224-3318 Email: suzie@suziewolfer.com OHP: Maybe (OHP Family Care) LISTSxxxx: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, NOT-Loss or Grief http://www.counseling-portlandoregon.com/My_Training.html http://www.counseling-portlandoregon.com/Insurance_and_Payment.html http://sepractitioner.membergrove.com/member-details.php?id=1907 SE Level: SE™ Practitioner – SE™ Assistant "I accept all health insurance and would love to answer any questions. 503-224-3318 suzie@suziewolfer.com"
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Shiela Walty

#3.5 priority -- rah-rah for business (C. did not like) 312 NW 10th Ave Suite 200 / Portland, OR 97209 / 503-801-1285 Email: sheila@createchangecoaching.com OHP:NO LISTS: NOT-Attachment Theory, NOT-EMDR, Hakomi, Sensorimotor, Mindfulness-based, NOT-NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief http://createchangecoaching.com/ https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/sheila-walty "A Certified Executive Coach. A Certified People Map Trainer. A master’s level counselor and business manager with over 25 years experience. Energetic and results oriented. Passionate about challenging others to Live Life on purpose with honesty, integrity and authenticity." She asked C. "are you feeling trauma about feeling incompetent?" YIKES! http://www.emdrtherapistnetwork.com/sheila.walty
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JoDee Brown

Originally started as "#1, suspiciously too good to be true". Now #5 priority -- In person, she waffled vaguely, kept distracting with side questions, bristled with sexism. 921 SW Washington St., Suite 402 / Portland, OR 97205 / 503-343-9986 (2 blocks South of Powell's Books) Email: jodee@embodiedtraumapsychotherapy.com OHP: Yes! LISTS: Attachment Theory, EMDR, Hakomi, Mindfulness-based, NVC, Somatic Therapy, PTSD, Loss or Grief but is she methodical, direct, clear-speaking? http://www.embodiedtraumapsychotherapy.com/about.html https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com/therapists/jodee-brown1 "My therapeutic approach begins by honoring the wisdom you already possess, rather than listening to a voice saying “something about you is wrong.” In fact, our non-judgmental curiosity about you and what is happening in your life right now will provide the key for transformation. I work in a mindful way, helping you tap into your wisdom by exploring body tensions and sensations. These link to your emotions and reveal deep insights hidden in your nervous system." ... "My belief in the body’s power to heal through individual expression is reinforced by years of teaching dance and yoga for trauma survivors"

Perhaps next up:
Paul Lee
Walt Emery - shamanic
Garret Baldwin - neurobiology, social bridges

Erin Moline - a small alternative health clinic I own with my husband, Kjell "Chell" who is an acupuncturist and chinese herbalist. In addition to chinese medicine, we also offer many different types of massage. I find that bodywork can a wonderful compliment to psychotherapy and recommend it at times for clients.


Alec Wilson - general
Douglas Johns - general
MALE therapists in Portland -
Portland Shaman -
Alec Wilson - general

Blue Cross, Blue Shield therapists


1 comment:

  1. ColbyNOctober 22, 2014 at 5:31 PM

    Got any suggestions for other therapists, or other modalities to look for? :) Write a comment below ... !

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