Hello and welcome!
I’m an experienced and licensed therapist specializing in relationships, working with both individuals and couples. For over a decade, I’ve helped hundreds of people work through challenges — whether with themselves (anxiety, depression, self-doubt), or with others (family, partners, colleagues).
Trained as a Marriage & Family Therapist, I see problems in terms of relational patterns. We all behave in predictable relational ways. In line with attachment theory, I track these interactional patterns that get people stuck — stuck in cycles of shame, criticism and defensiveness, anxiety and others.
With insight and attunement to underlying emotions, I can help you understand what lies underneath your reactive dynamics so that you can break free from limitations and move into more satisfying relationships and life.
My collective skills mean I can help you:
- gain insight into your relational patterns
- manage stress and burnout
- sort through conflict productively so that there’s healthy resolution
- understand and resolve anxiety, depression and low self-esteem
- improve intimacy and emotional connection
- heal from infidelity
- find your meaning in your life
In my work I draw from several approaches that include Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic theory, and hypnosis.To learn more about my approach, here’s a short video.
Therapy can change lives. I hope I can help you with yours. Please reach out for a free consultation, and let’s begin.
Licensed in both Oregon (for in-person and telehealth) and Washington (via telehealth).
From a colleague:
“Polly has been a close colleague of mine for over a decade. Her wisdom and kindness have been ever-present in her work. She has a knack for getting to the heart of the matter and supports her clients with deep healing and lasting change. I highly recommend Polly in her capacities as a therapist, teacher, and consultant.”
Sarah Block, MS LPC
