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# Thrive West Counseling: Counseling in Oregon and Washington for Professionals, Couples, and Anxious Adults

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## Posts
- [3 Reasons Avoidance Can Make Panic Worse](https://thrivingwest.com/3-reasons-avoidance-can-make-panic-worse/): You desperately want to stop panic attacks. I get it- panic attacks can be overwhelming and incredibly unsettling. Suddely being hit with a racing heart, shortness of breath, and that terrifying sense of losing control or doom. It's only natural to want to steer clear of anything that might bring on another. But while avoiding triggers might feel like the right thing to do to stop panic attacks, it can actually make them worse in the future.
- [3 Things to Consider Before Making a Career Transition](https://thrivingwest.com/3-things-to-consider-before-making-a-career-transition/): Considering a career transition can feel exciting and uncertain. Whether you're shifting gears to pursue a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or aiming for greater fulfillment, it's essential to navigate this journey with thoughtful consideration. Before my clients take the career transition leap, here are some critical points we cover to ensure the transition is worth their efforts. Here are three key things to reflect on before making a career transition.
- [Effective OCD Treatment With ACT and ERP](https://thrivingwest.com/treating-ocd-with-act-and-erp/): Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a challenging condition that can significantly impact daily life. Effective treatment often involves a combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). You may be wondering what treating OCD using ACT and ERP may look like.
- [How Can Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Help With My Anxiety?](https://thrivingwest.com/anxiety-counseling-with-act/): Anxiety disorders can feel overwhelming, affecting various aspects of life from work to personal relationships. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a powerful tool that counselors use to help individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety disorders. Here’s how it works and how a counselor can guide you through it.
- [Boundaries 101: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?](https://thrivingwest.com/why-boundaries-matter/): Learning how to develop and set healthy boundaries protects our sense of identity and allows us to be genuine. Having healthy boundaries frees us from dramatic and manipulative relationships, over-working or extending ourselves, negative work environments, and other toxic habits and relationships. Learn the definition of boundaries, components of boundaries, and how to recognize our own boundaries in relationships.

## Pages
- [Resources](https://thrivingwest.com/resources/): Support beyond sessions
- [Account](https://thrivingwest.com/account/)
- [Shop](https://thrivingwest.com/shop/): Resources for adults and clinicians.
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- [Welcome](https://thrivingwest.com/7pconfirmation/): If you do not receive this, please contact me at elizabeth@thrivingwest.com or text 971-248-2651
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- [Clinical Supervision](https://thrivingwest.com/clinical-supervision/): Oregon Clinical Supervision (LPC)
- [Adult ADHD Evaluations](https://thrivingwest.com/services/adult-adhd-evaluations/): ADHD can significantly impact relationships, work/career, parenting, and every daily life. A recent survey found 25% of adults suspect they have ADHD, but haven't been tested.
- [Consulting Services](https://thrivingwest.com/consulting-services/): I offer consulting services supporting professional development, workplace wellness, and performance.
- [Counseling Locations](https://thrivingwest.com/counseling-locations/): elizabeth@thrivingwest.com
- [ADHD Services](https://thrivingwest.com/services/adhd-counseling-coaching/): Whether you've never received a diagnosis or have known your whole life, getting the right help can make a difference. I offer ADHD counseling with integrated ADHD coaching to help you tackle the biggest challenges most Adults with ADHD face. Together, I will help you:
- [Mental Health Resources](https://thrivingwest.com/mental-health-resources/): Click the resource title to view the source page.
- [Career Counseling](https://thrivingwest.com/services/career-counseling/): If you're experiencing work-related stress or want to develop a more rewarding career, you're in the right place. I provide career-focused counseling for professionals who want to align their lives and careers for a more fulfilling experience.
- [High Functioning Autism](https://thrivingwest.com/high-functioning-autism/): Whether you've been living with an autism diagnosis your whole life, or you've recently explored the possibility you may have autism, its impact can make life challenging at times. If you often feel misunderstood by others, let's talk about it.
- [Obsessive Compulsive Disorder](https://thrivingwest.com/ocd/): Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a debilitating issue for individuals and their families. Effective treatment is the best way to overcome the hold OCD has on your life.
- [ADHD](https://thrivingwest.com/adhd/): Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder can create havoc in your life. As an adult with ADHD, there isn't much it doesn't impact. Parenting, friendships, relationships, work, maintaining a home... ADHD has a way for creating chaos. Whether you've been diagnosed a child or have yet to receive a formal diagnosis, you don't have to manage ADHD alone.
- [Anxiety Disorders](https://thrivingwest.com/anxiety-disorders/): Effective treatment makes ALL the difference in overcoming anxiety disorders. Talk therapy for anxiety isn't going to fix it. I have helped hundreds of clients overcome some of the most debilitating anxiety using treatment proven to work for anxiety issues.
- [Relationship Issues](https://thrivingwest.com/relationship-issues/): Healthy relationships are an integral part of living a fulfilling life. How we relate to others and who we allow in our lives is important for our well-being.
- [ACT Leadership Program](https://thrivingwest.com/act-leadership-program/): Build psychological wellness, resilience, and effectiveness through Acceptance and Commitment Training.
- [OCD Treatment](https://thrivingwest.com/services/portland-ocd-treatment/): Portland OCD Treatment
- [Consulting Services](https://thrivingwest.com/portland-leadership-executive-coaching/): Leverage the psychology of emotionally intelligent, values-based leadership to drive your career, grow cohesive teams, and optimize your business.
- [Online Counseling](https://thrivingwest.com/online-counseling/): Everything you want to know about online counseling at Thrive West.
- [Anxiety Counseling](https://thrivingwest.com/services/anxiety-counseling/): General Anxiety Counseling for chronic or frequent worrying. Counseling for worry and general anxiety helps you develop ways to detach from these worries and develop more adaptive thinking patterns in their place.
- [Relationships & Couples Therapy](https://thrivingwest.com/services/couples-counseling/): Helping you and your partner build appreciation, healthy communication, and deeper connection through solutions-focused counseling, coaching, and education.
- [Therapy for Professionals](https://thrivingwest.com/services/counseling-for-professionals/): I offer counseling for professionals who wish to stop surviving and start thriving. Refresh your perspective, establish more effective habits, and design a life aligned with what matters most to you.
- [Portland Counseling Home](https://thrivingwest.com/): If you decide to move forward in counseling, we will schedule a 1-hour counseling intake assessment. This session helps me learn about you, your background, and your counseling goals.You will receive a link to complete your intake documentation in your client portal.
- [Transformational Leadership Consulting](https://thrivingwest.com/transformational-leadership-consulting/): Leverage the psychology of emotionally intelligent, values-based leadership to drive your career, grow cohesive teams, and optimize your business.
- [Therapy Rates](https://thrivingwest.com/therapy-rates/): Therapy is an investment to your personal growth process, I'm with you every step of the way. Learn what to expect as you invest in this process.
- [Disclaimer](https://thrivingwest.com/disclaimer/): Disclaimer for Website, Products, Programs & Services 
- [Career Counseling](https://thrivingwest.com/services/career-coaching/): Are you stuck in a career rut? Uncertain about your next move? Or, do you wish to level up your leadership and executive presence? I offer comprehensive career coaching services for professionals, experienced leaders, and executives.
- [Executive Coaching](https://thrivingwest.com/portland-executive-coach/): An executive coach can be a powerful catalyst for your professional and personal growth. Offering behavioral leadership development for deeper level transformation.
- [Services](https://thrivingwest.com/services/): Explore services to learn how you can get help on your journey for wellness today.
- [Get In Touch](https://thrivingwest.com/contact/): I'm glad you're here and motivated to take the next step in leading transformational change. Complete the form below and I will get back to you within 24-48 hours.
- [Blog](https://thrivingwest.com/portland-therapist-blog/): thrive west - a pacific northwest destination for living your best life Thrive Journal Explore Anxiety Relationships Career Mental health resources
- [About Elizabeth](https://thrivingwest.com/elizabeth-portland-counselor/): I enjoy helping people through some of the most complex anxiety, transitions, and challenges because I know there's a better way. I don't want to see you suffering when there's effective support waiting for you. Clients often come to me when previous therapy experiences didn't feel complete, lasting, or helpful.
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## Events
- [Bringing Baby Home](https://thrivingwest.com/events/bringing-baby-home/): Bringing Baby Home is a supportive, research-based workshop designed for expecting parents and those with a new baby (up to 3 yrs old). Created by The Gottman Institute, renowned for decades of research on couples, parenting, and the transition to family life, this program helps you build a strong foundation for your growing family.
- [2 Hour 7 Principles Couples Workshop – Virtual](https://thrivingwest.com/events/2-hour-7-principles-couples-workshop-virtual/): Based on expert relationship research and practices from Dr. John Gottman, this 2-hour discovery class covers important takeaways from the Gottman 7 Principles of Marriage book.
- [6 Hour 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work – Virtual](https://thrivingwest.com/events/7-principles-couples-workshop/): Maybe you keep looping through the same disagreements. Or maybe things are going well, and you’d like to keep it that way, growing stronger together with more clarity, connection, and intention.

## Schedule
- [6 Hour 7 Principles Gottman Workshop](https://thrivingwest.com/etn-schedule/6-hour-7-principles-gottman-workshop/)
- [The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Program](https://thrivingwest.com/etn-schedule/the-seven-principles-for-making-marriage-work-program/)

## Groups
- [OCD Group Therapy](https://thrivingwest.com/group/ocd-group-counseling/): A 10-week counseling group for adults with OCD. This group is an introduction to OCD and ERP for adults. This group will likely be helpful for people who:
- [ADHD Group for Adults](https://thrivingwest.com/group/adhd-group-for-adults/): An 12-Week Introductory Counseling Group for Adults With ADHD. The group will begin once we reach 8-10 members. The main focus of this group is to establish foundational skills in self-compassion, task focus awareness, flexible thinking, and self-management strategies.

## Workshops
- [Gottman 7 Principles Program](https://thrivingwest.com/workshop/gottman7principles/): Live virtual workshops for couples based on the effective art and science of Gottman research, methods, and principles.
- [Bringing Baby Home](https://thrivingwest.com/workshop/bringing-baby-home/): Empowering expecting and new parents through a research and skills-rich program for cultivating a healthy relationship to foster child development.

## Products
- [Wired Differently: An Adult ADHD Workbook](https://thrivingwest.com/item/wired-differently-an-adult-adhd-workbook/): A 14-module research-based workbook for adults with ADHD who want to deep dive into how it impacts them. This workbook covers the neuroscience of ADHD, the seven executive functions, emotional experiences, rejection sensitivity, masking, treatment options, and practical strategies for building a life that works with your brain. You will have personal reflection prompts throughout.
- [Get Sh*t Done ADHD Planner](https://thrivingwest.com/item/adhd-planner/): A comprehensive, ADHD brain-friendly editable planner system built around how ADHD actually works. Includes daily and weekly planning pages, task breakdown tools, a distraction planner, time awareness exercises, and the evidence-based 7 R's framework for building habits that stick. Download as .docx, print or digital friendly.