Do you live in constant fear of others finding out that you “aren’t good enough”?
Are you always apologizing or too scared to take up space?
Do you tend to disappear in relationships with others and have trouble asking for what you want?
You are likely struggling with injured self-esteem, when early rejection from others leads to an ongoing internal rejection of yourself.
Internal Family Systems and Gestalt Therapy can help you build authenticity and confidence, increase your sense of connection and belonging, and create a more fulfilling life.
About Sean
I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and Gestalt therapy to help individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, and injured self-esteem to build confidence, healthy relationships, and the courage to pursue a more authentic and meaningful life.
Internal Family Systems Therapy
IFS therapy helps you repair your relationship with yourself. It can access and heal many issues at their core, including:
Imposter syndrome
“I don’t deserve to be here, everyone is smarter than me, I don’t belong, I can’t do this”
Feelings of shame
“I’m bad, no one would like me if they really knew me, I have to hide parts of myself to be accepted, I’m just tricking everyone”
Anxiety and perfectionism
“I have to do this perfectly, I can never let my guard down or bad things will happen”
Traumatic experiences
“I’m not safe, I can’t be myself or others will hurt me, I have to stay small and not draw attention, its too dangerous to pursue what I really want”
Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy teaches you how to relate more effectively and authentically with others. It helps us explore how you show up in relationships and identify where you are interrupted in the natural process of pursuing what you want. It can help individuals and couples move past:
Not knowing what you want or being afraid to say it out loud
Beliefs that you “don’t deserve” what you want, or aren’t “allowed” to want it
Anxiety about others judgements and reactions to you asking for and pursuing what you want
Feelings of guilt when you choose what you need over what others want from you
I use key concepts from Gestalt Therapy to teach you how to effectively set boundaries, know what you want and ask for it, and show up authentically with others to create meaningful and satisfying relationships.
The Space
This cozy, light-filled office is where we’ll meet. It is located in a suite shared with other therapists on the second floor and is accessible via stairs outside the building. Tea and water are available in the waiting room.
In-person and virtual services
In-person meetings are available in my office at 8835 SW Canyon Lane, Suite 220. An additional office location in the Overlook neighborhood will be available in early 2026. Video meetings are available so long as you are located in the state of Oregon at the time of our appointment.