Therapy that moves with you.
A therapy practice for people who think better while moving. Talk sessions indoors — optional walking and climbing-based sessions outside or in a climbing gym.
My approach
You are important, and you deserve your best self. Starting this journey is an act of courage. I believe everyone deserves a dedicated space to heal and grow. I desire to walk alongside you through difficult life challenges, providing a steady hand and a warm heart. Together, we work collaboratively in a way that is open and respectful.
Hi, I'm Jonathan — a therapist who happens to climb.
In addition to being a therapist, I have an MA in adventure leadership and 25 years of experience guiding clients as an AMGA guide. I spent twenty years guiding others through wild, uncertain terrain. I am here to help you explore your inner world with the same level of focus and safety. I am confident that with my support, you can find your way to restoration and peace. We will move at your pace. You can do this, and you do not have to do it alone.
Q & A
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Based on ecopsychology, it assumes that human health is interconnected with the health of the planet, encouraging a sense of belonging and purpose.
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I design nature-based interventions taylored to your goals. Sessions might include meeting in an office towalk and talk therapy, rock climbing and everything in between. We typically meet in parks or climbing gyms in Portland. Nature-based therapy can be done virtually too.
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Yes. I am trained in somatic body-based, DBT, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and Gottman couples therapy.
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Yes, I offer a combination of Emotionally Focused (EFT) and Gottman style therapy for couples
Specialities
Clients who feel caught in a loop, overwhelmed, and disconnected
Nature-based therapy, including Walk-and-talk and rock climbing therapy
Trauma and shame-based injury
Gentle body-based somatic therapy
Cultural identity integration
Religion-based trauma
Men’s work
Bring your full self
All are welcome. I believe in a culturally humble “big tent” approach to therapy. Your unique identit(ies) require a curious, compassionate, and humble practitioner. My invitation is for you to bring your full self to therapy to encourage your self-love and cultural resilience