Cross-Cultural Counseling
I take multicultural counseling seriously because I identify as a bicultural person. I was born and raised in Estonia and moved to the United Kingdom in my early twenties.
After a ten-year career in the corporate sector in London, I moved to the US to join my family. All my life, I’ve had to adapt to the dominant culture and learn how to succeed despite language and cultural differences.
Acculturation
I know what it means to acculturate and build new connections, grieve the past, question identity, navigate intercultural relationships, and start a new career.
My immigrant identity makes me a humble explorer and empathetic to my client’s values, beliefs, behavioral norms, and expectations.
Cultural validation
I am fortunate because I have the ability to see my client as they are and not through a dominant culture lens and all the expectations that come with that view. I respect and enjoy differences and stand by marginalized communities because being transcultural is a major part of my identity.
I am committed to social justice and anti-oppression work and accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and can offer pro-bono and sliding scale slots to qualified BIPOC clients and refugees.
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Consultation
Counseling Rates in Portland, OR
I accept Oregon Health Plan and private pay clients. Standard rates are $130 – $200 per 50-minute session.
Sliding Scale
If my fee is a barrier, under certain circumstances I may offer a sliding scale. Please inquire about the availability of my sliding scale slots when you first contact me.
Payment
I can accept payment for counseling:
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a session, please make sure you cancel at least 24 hours beforehand. Otherwise, you may be charged for the full rate of the session.
Any Other Questions?
Please contact me for any additional questions you may have. I look forward to hearing from you!
The following are services that I specialise in
It’s no surprise that gay marriage counseling is in demand because it may be more challenging for LGBTQ people.
People thrive in secure and loving partnerships! As a helping professional I believe in the healing power of connection.
A cornerstone of my practice is supporting survivors of gender-based violence and creating a safe space for women.
Creating a compassionate, understanding and affirming space to explore sexuality and gender identity.
I do know what it means to acculturate and make new connections to question identity, and to navigate interculturally.