Counseling Team - Central Oregon Therapists
Randy Krieger, MA, M.Div, LPC ABUSE (Men) | Trauma | Anxiety | Depression | addictions | marital
(Randy accepts some health insurance plans)
Randy Krieger, LPC, is a Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has his Certified Alcohol Chemical Dependency 1. He received his Masters in Divinity in 1985 from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. In May of 2015, he obtained a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from George Fox University. Randy has 26 years experience working as a pastoral therapist in chemical dependency; most recently, he has years of working with military personnel who struggle with addictions, PTSD, couples, and individuals. Randy seeks to integrate biblical understandings with his knowledge of behavioral sciences. His theory base is Object Relations, EFT (emotion focused therapy) and Intersubjectivity. He believes in providing a safe haven of compassion and strength by attuning to the needs of a client relationally, and having an open-mind and heart. The goal of each of his sessions is progress, whereby a client discovers their uniqueness and new ways of being in healthy relationships. Randy is married to his beautiful wife of 30 years years and has three sons. He enjoys trail running, hiking, and skiing.
Contact Randy at (503) 327-4049 or randy.krieger23@gmail.com | Redmond and Bend
Joe pUENTES, MA, LPC, NCC IndividualS | COuples | DEPRESSION | anxiety | Trauma | aTTACHMENT | pARENTING | preteens/teens | Young adults | divorce
Joe graduated from Colorado Christian University in Lakewood, Colorado with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Joe is an advocate for better mental health engagement in faith communities. He believes every person is created in the image of God, and they are created for connection. Joe has a deeply rooted belief that healing takes place in the framework of relationships. He offers counseling services for couples, individuals, families and adolescents (Ages 15 years old and up). His counseling services seek to meet a full range of needs, including but not limited to: couple’s counseling, including marital and premarital counseling, attachment issues, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, mood issues, trauma, abuse, and conflict resolution.
Joe’s approach to counseling is built on a foundation that is Person-Centered and Logotherapy Theories. He takes an eclectic or integrative approach, drawing from a variety of therapeutic models. Joe utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems with support from Motivational Interviewing to help clients achieve their goals in counseling. Joe has over twenty years of pastoral ministry experience, and is also trained in pastoral care counseling, where he opens space to process mental health issues that relate to belief systems, personal spirituality, or religious traditions. He also has a desire to help pastors, ministry leaders, and their families find wholeness, healing, and hope. He does this by creating a safe place of confidentiality, trust, and belonging.
Contact Joe at (541) 699-1525 or joe@joepuentescounseling.com | Redmond
Lori Coulter, MA, Counseling associate
Lori graduated from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology with a Master’s degree in counseling. She is under the supervision of Cindy Brosh (LH 60074406), who is a licensed mental health counselor and licensed supervisor in Oregon and Washington.
With curiosity, compassion and care we will explore your unique story, where you have been and where you would like to go. How we are uniquely shaped seems to be deeply connected to our earliest relationships. I believe being honest about our emotional experiences is how we grow and change. It is a brave endeavor to give yourself space to explore your story, understand yourself more deeply so that you can find a clearer sense of purpose for your life.
In our time together I want you to feel cared for at your core and hopeful for your future. You are not alone, and your story is worth exploring.
Contact Lori at 425-463-5657 or calderacounseling@gmail.com | Redmond
janie damon, MA (Not ACCEPTING New Clients) Women | men | Family | marriage | Grief
Janie Damon graduated from George Fox University in 1999. She counsels from a Christian foundation, believing that all individuals are created to fulfill their God given calling. Her passion is to come alongside those who are seeking to grow in their well-being and relationships and support them in this pursuit.
Contact Janie at (541) 604-0674 or janie.damon@gmail.com | Redmond
Dr. Jennifer Tansey, Ph.d
I have been helping others for 30 years. I am a Clinical Psychologist trained in many different modalities. My life experience combined with my training and education has equipped me to serve a variety of people. I enjoy working with Pastors and Leaders. I work effectively with people challenged by traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, social fears, relationship problem or low self-esteem. I have training in ADHD and brain chemistry issues. I have a strong interest in the spiritual dimensions of growth.
My goal is to provide a safe place work through the challenges and transitions that life brings. I offer an interpersonal approach to the whole person that addresses the emotional and relational challenges that hamper your vitality and ability to thrive. My aim is to convey a compassionate and attentive relational connection to assist others to flourish. I place great value on hearing your needs and determine the best approach for you. As a Psychologist, I feel privileged to be able to come alongside and partner with you to navigate the challenges and transitions life brings.
Contact Dr. Jennifer at (541) 749-7773 or dr.jt@tanseyphd.com | Bend
Kendall Johnston, MA, LPC Addiction | Anxiety | Depression | Trauma | Individuals | Young Adults | teens
(Kendall accepts some Cigna/Evernorth, Aetna, and PacificSource Commercial health insurance plans)
Kendall is a graduate of Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA, where she received her Masters in Clinical Psychology. Kendall moved from Southern California to Central Oregon in August 2019 for an opportunity to become more involved with a closer-knit community and experience the beautiful natural landscapes.
Kendall uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered therapies in her practice in order to build skill sets, change negative thinking, and help return a sense of purpose and joy. She has experience working with clients at both eating disorder and addiction treatment centers, and has been in private practice for over 3 years with WaterCup Counseling
Kendall has worked with a variety of issues, including trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship stress. Kendall’s therapy is highly collaborative and she believes a nonjudgmental empathic atmosphere can be instrumental to achieving personal goals and bolstering resiliency.
Contact Kendall at (541) 604-2737 or kendalljtherapy@gmail.com | Redmond
Sheryl Ruettgers, MA, Professional Counselor Associate
Sheryl believes it takes courage and bravery for a person to seek professional counseling; the motivation to change and grow looks different for everyone. Her hope is to provide you a safe experience to explore and grow towards healing. Sheryl's desire is to offer respect, safety, and acceptance as you pursue growth and change while utilizing her as a resource. She is truly humbled by the opportunity to work with you.
Sheryl's approach towards her clients is always to offer her experience and training with warmth, authenticity, and humor as you both work together to achieve your goals. Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Integrative Therapy allow her to offer a counseling process that reflects what is authentic about her and creates room for you to explore and invite change. She believes hope is a great motivator. Sheryl is passionate about helping people develop healthy paths toward self-awareness, personal growth, and embracing positive change. Change is possible!
Contact Sheryl at (458) 206-1860 or sherylruettgers@gmail.com | Redmond
Cameo Chambers, Counseling Intern
Cameo studies Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy. She grew up in North Idaho where she attended the University of Idaho and studied Psychology and Child Development. She has lived in Central Oregon for over 20 years where she worked in the public and non-profit sector with incarcerated youth, in drug and alcohol prevention, and as the leader of non-profits giving a hand-up to people living with poverty.
Cameo believes that healed people heal people. It is from that perspective that she joins the counseling field. With deep passion for family systems and development through the lifespan, her approach to counseling is rooted in attachments and genograms (like a family tree) helping people understand where they came from as they write the stories of where they want to go. She is studying the Gottman method for working with couples. Cameo has a serious and analytical side to her, but you are also likely to encounter her inner-child, so don’t be surprised if she pulls out her emotions deck of cards, Play-Doh, or a sheet of paper with art supplies in your sessions. If a dash of the playful and unexpected is appealing to you, then reach out to Cameo today to see if she is a good fit as your counselor.
Contact Cameo at (541) 419-0089 or cameochambers@gmail.com | Redmond
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Diego Vargas
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Mark Hughes, D.O. | Family Physician, Central Oregon Family Medicine
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