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My name is Jaye and I am glad to have the opportunity to serve you.
They say, “Do what you love and never work a day in your life”, well, I don’t know who “they” are, but they are right!
I knew I wanted to be a therapist after finding a book about Freud when I was 10 years old. I was a voracious reader and I was captivated! Yeah, I know I was a nutty little kid, but I held fast to my dream.
When I was 18, my life took a different path and I became a hairstylist instead, as I had a young son to support. I loved that work – the fast pace, the creativity, the mixing of chemicals in the backroom… it was FUN! The best part though, was learning about my clients through their stories and becoming a trusted part of their lives. People tell their hairdressers everything, right? What better training ground!
I worked as a hairdresser off and on for 18 years and spent the rest of the time raising 3 beautiful children. When my children were a bit older, I decided I wanted to go back to school and fulfill my dream of being a therapist. I went back to school in 2003 and then started working in mental health in 2005. At first I helped co-running groups with children and then working with men diagnosed with schizophrenia within a small locked facility. While working there, I finished my undergrad in psychology in 2005 and started grad school in 2006.
In 2008, I was hired by the Washington Department of Corrections and moved into forensic mental health. I have worked in forensic mental health, at a variety of facilities in the Pacific NW, for 13 years. In 2017, I worked at a couple ‘community health’ facilities and even spent some time working at the Multnomah County Jail. Its all been a wonderful, wild ride but I am ready now for new challenges, and thusly, I have decided to leave forensics behind and move into private practice.
I love working with individuals and couples! I have years of experience with 'people of color' (is that a politically correct, relevant phrase anymore? I don't know... :) ) and years of experience with just about every mental health concern imaginable. I have many “specialties”, as in mental health topics that I like to help with, but my top specialties are anxiety/depression; identity issues; LGBTQ issues, intimacy issues and couples’ issues (intimacy, sex, divorce). My counselor ‘style’ is client-centered and solution-centered based in Mindfulness. I utilize various exercises/skills teaching and journaling as my modality of change with my clients. We will always work in collaboration together… Your therapy is all about YOU!
I have practiced as a therapist for the last 15 years utilizing client-centered, solution-centered, strength-based style combined with empathy, validation and compassion to form a strong therapeutic relationship. I view my therapeutic role as one "with the heart of a teacher" in which I spend time finding out what the client desires in their life and then teach the client ways to create and attain their own vision of success through holistic, collaborative effort.
My specialty is working from a trauma informed standpoint teaching Mindfulness for symptom management and distress tolerance. Starting where the client is on their therapeutic journey the learning/practice of Mindfulness allows for the exploration of belief systems and offers the client consistent safety and support needed for them to shift beliefs and try new behaviors.
I am a proud member of the LGBTQ community! In my personal life I love spending time playing with my dog, growing mushrooms, writing group materials and having many outdoors adventures with my wife such as kayaking (she paddleboards, I am the kayak!), hiking, camping and foraging in the forest. We also love to do art projects and cook together. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you meet your goals in life… I can promise your hard work will be worth it!
Professional experience
15yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma, AbuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Cancer, Communication problems, Control issues
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Non-judgmental and offers personalized advice well
Written on Aug 21, 2024 after therapy with Jaye for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have been working through some huge life transitions as well as pushback from my employer, and Jaye has been incredibly helpful and supportive. I am glad that Better Help matched us together .
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Jaye for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Jaye haz been Wonderful!!! She really cares how am doing and because I am not good bout contacting her..she will check in on me
Thank you soooo much Jaye fo being there fo Me
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Jaye for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
First Session and I feel like she can understand me
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
A great therapist, who takes the time to listen and understand.
Written on Jul 09, 2023 after therapy with Jaye for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Jaye has been the most amazing person to speak with. Although I've only done counseling a short time, she completely understands and takes the time needed to help me through things. Very much appreciated
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Jaye has been awesome. Excellent listener and drills down to the core issue really well. Great at cutting to the chase but at the same time offering hope and support.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
She seems very attentive. And is a great listener...
Written on Jul 25, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
I couldn’t afford therapy for a while but as soon as I got back it was like talking to an old friend! It was wonderful and she’s amazing 11/10 if you have the chance definitely talk with her
Written on Jul 16, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She has really turned my life around to a positive outlook.
Written on May 13, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I had relocated across the country and it has been a difficult 2 years. Unprepared for so many changes. Talking to my therapist has helped me to cope with so much that I feel has gone wrong in my elder years she has not been afraid to be encouraging and step out and offer to help with my MANY questions about family - mental health- depression / anxiety - fear and fear of change it has been a god-send of guidance. Thanks
Written on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and addictions
I have had a handful of therapists before Jaye and I can say with certainty this is the most I have felt understood and heard by a therapist by far. I have made progress in talking about some of the most difficult things with Jaye and although I still feel hesitant to bring things up, I am always met with kindness and empathy. I feel like I can talk about anything and Jaye is there to listen but also gives the best advice and solutions when asked. I am a very solution oriented person so to get all sides is important to my progress and I can't wait to continue.
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Jaye is warm, supportive and very knowledgeable. They’ve listened to and supported me in a variety of ways including providing very helpful resources to work on outside our sessions.
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She is wonderful
Written on Mar 31, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Jaye was attentive and supportive with helping me process a separation. Would highly recommend!
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Jaye is conscientious and relatable. She always meets me where I am and is creative in her therapeutic process. I feel comfortable with and have confidence in Jaye's intelligence and emotional understanding. I am so grateful for her as my therapist.
Written on Jan 07, 2022 after therapy with Jaye for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief
simply amazing and a great listner and rockin hair
Written on Dec 26, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 2 weeks
Jaye is an experienced therapist/counselor and an all around wise person. I find her able to get a quick read on where I am at and offer something relevant and helpful every time we meet. Highly recommend
Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 5 months on issues concerning eating disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Jayne is a great listener and very intuitive. She gives very professional guidance and is very honest with me. I have gained so much from her in just a few sessions. Concrete step I can take to help me. So glad I found her.
Written on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Jaye is very empathetic and a good listener.
She asks a lot of tough questions that force you to confront what is really troubling you.
I really appreciate visiting with her.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Jaye is a great listener and helped me through a stressful time. She gave good advice, and was very understanding.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I really appreciate Jaye!
Written on Oct 20, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very focused and specific help when needed most. Very supportive and great follow up. Helped me through some very difficult times and provided tools for long term success.
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Jaye has been a great support as a counselor! Jay brings a creative, smart, compassionate, and understanding lens to our sessions. Simply the best.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 1 month
She is unquestionably supportive and understanding. While I know she is on my team, her advice and guidance continues to be objective. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and BetterHelp to ANYONE.
Written on Sep 05, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I appreciate that my counselor is always willing to respond to my texts and she's excellent to talk with when I'm able to actually book with her. I wish that she had longer appointments available.
Written on Sep 01, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Jaye has helped me start to understand therapy again. She always listens to what I have to say and gives appropriate responses for where I’m at mentally at that moment. She always refers back to topics we haven’t covered and gives me ample opportunity to inform her on what’s going on in my day to day life. She’s extremely responsive to all of my messages and respected my gender identity right off the bat!
Written on Aug 21, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Jaye is very compassionate and insightful. Always helping me to discover what’s lying at the root of the issue at hand.
Written on Aug 20, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I always enjoy our sessions, and feel comfortable talking and value her insight
Written on Aug 08, 2021 after therapy with Jaye for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
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