Couples Counseling & Individual Therapy Using IFS & EMDR

Reacquaint: Get to Know Each Other Again

Has the bond in your relationship dulled? Perhaps conversations have become disputes, or you feel more like roommates than partners. You might feel stuck, yearning for closeness and that emotional connection but unsure how to reconnect.

 

Being in maintenance mode can be exhausting.

You can rediscover connection, intimacy, and the joy of simply being together—where laughter flows, moments are meaningful, and being together feels like home again.

I assist couples in Portland, Oregon, and all over Oregon, to restore connection, trust, and intimacy and get back on track to successful relationships. Together, we’ll explore what’s been getting in the way—whether it’s communication struggles, past hurts, or patterns that no longer serve you. Your relationship deserves attention and care—it will be transformed!

Be in a relationship with thyself

Are you tired of living on autopilot, merely getting through the day? Maybe you’re afraid to slow down—worried that if you stop, the weight of it all will overwhelm you. Do you feel like a part of you has gotten lost along the way, buried beneath life’s demands? Is trauma overshadowing your sense of self?

 

I’m here to help you reconnect with the truest, deepest parts of yourself—the ones filled with wisdom, joy, and possibility. Your past doesn’t have to hold you back. You can step into a life that feels grounded, intentional, and meaningful—a life where you feel alive, curious, and ready for what’s next. You don’t have to do this alone.

 

This is your one precious life. Let’s help you live it fully.

Investing in yourself takes courage. It requires time, effort, and dedication to achieve lasting change. I celebrate your faith in yourself and your worthiness!

Couples Counseling

Are you ready to take the transformative step toward a stronger, more connected partnership? In relationships, we can truly know ourselves—nothing brings more joy or more pain. I can help you turn toward each other again with love and laughter. The best is yet to come!

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy provides the space for deep introspection, for pushing your comfort zone so that you can truly grow, and for finally facing those “demons” of the past or the present and being free of their hold over you. Making time and space for deep inner wrestling might be the most important part of self-care for you at this time.

Payment

The healthcare system in the US is sadly tragically broken. I work with my amazing clients through private arrangements. Schedule a free consultation today where we can discuss all the details and click here for more information.

All adults are welcome. Sessions are also available in Spanish.

FEES

15-30 minute initial consultation: Free
One-hour sessions: $225 for individuals, $250 for couples

Extended 90-minute sessions: $350 for couples

The origin story of
Know ThySelf Counseling

Choosing a name for my private practice felt as meaningful as naming a child. When we name something important, we think about our values, family traditions, and hopes for the future. And sometimes, we just like how it sounds. I wanted a name that truly reflected my approach to therapy—helping people reconnect with themselves, heal past wounds, and step into a more intentional life.

 

“Know Thyself” comes from the ancient Greek inscription at the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. It speaks to self-awareness, a guiding principle in trauma counseling and holistic mental health counseling. Whether working with individuals or providing couples counseling Portland residents trust, my practice is built on the belief that deep self-knowledge is the foundation for growth and healing.

 

Through IFS therapy online, EMDR therapy, and relationship counseling, I help clients uncover the patterns holding them back and move toward meaningful change. The name Know ThySelf Counseling isn’t just a title—it’s an invitation to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Blog

An Artificial Mirror

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What’s the point?

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Please visit my blog for helpful resources. I wish you well on your journey. -Laura