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I offer a calm, open, and nonjudgmental space where clients can be themselves. I am comfortable talking about difficult experiences, including relationships, grief, anger, addiction, identity, and major life changes. I also value humor, curiosity, and the interests that make each person unique. My goal is to help clients feel understood while also supporting meaningful change.

With 33 years of experience as a clinical social worker, I've worked alongside people of all ages-teenagers navigating identify and stress, adults managing trauma, anxiety and mood disorders and seniors facing grief, loss and major life transitions. I've practiced in community mental health, crisis response, primary care and outpatient settings-this variety and extent of experience contributes to how I show up for you in every session.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder and stress management. I work with adolescents, adults and older adults and I accept many major insurance plans-Including Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, BCBS, Regence, Carelong and Quest. All sessions are virtual, which means you can access consistent, quality care without leaving home.

I hold a Masters of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and am fully licensed in Oregon and Washington.

Laura is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over a decade of experience in mental health care. She earned her Master’s degree with honors from Rowan University, and her clinical background includes inpatient work at a Neuroscience Behavioral Health facility as well as at the well-respected Dunn Behavioral Health Center. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of working with individuals across the lifespan—children, adolescents, adults, and seniors—addressing a wide range of mental health concerns. Her approach centers on providing compassionate, holistic, and collaborative care. She believes that mental health is a vital part of overall well-being and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. She works closely with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. With extensive experience treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and more, she is passionate about helping clients find hope, resilience, and renewed vitality. Laura is committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward mental wellness, believing everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and balanced life. Whether clients seek relief from specific challenges or aim to improve their overall mental health, she partners with them every step of the way to achieve their goals.

My experience is centered on collaborating with youth, adults, and families. During these developing years and shifting dynamics, additional care for our health is needed. I work with emotional regulation, relational rifts, enhancing communication, and acceptance of self.

With attachment focused therapy as my base, I utilize mindfulness and experiential approaches in our work together. Our conversations and therapeutic activities are guided by your experience and goals.

Welcome! Being human can be quite challenging at times. Seeking help takes courage, so congratulations on taking that step! As a licensed clinical social worker I find it a privilege to serve clients and to be trusted in deeply moving and meaningful conversations and provide compassionate support as well as challenge when called for. I believe in providing people with skills that they can utilize across their lifetime. .

I obtained my license in 2006 but had been providing qualified mental health support through non-profit agencies since 1992. I particularly enjoy working with people on relational issues, dynamics, and communications - skills all of us need and few of us were supported in obtaining.,

Life doesn’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes you simply want to understand yourself better, strengthen your relationships, or stop feeling like you’re just getting through each day. Whatever brings you here, we’ll work together at your pace in a supportive, compassionate environment focused on meaningful, lasting change.

Prisca Oketch, APRN, PMHNP-BC, with over 17 years of dedicated clinical experience, specializes in comprehensive mental health treatment. I combine evidence-based psychiatric care with compassionate listening, creating personalized treatment plans that address each patient's unique needs. I am accepting new patients of all ages, from children to adults, both for cash pay and insurance with same-day availability.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is the key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be hard so congratulations on taking that step. I have been working in the mental health field since 2012 and have been a Special Education teacher since 1991-2020. Recently, I have combined these passions into serving Seniors and People with Disabilities who are struggling with Geriatric issues, Alzheimer's Disease, Bereavement and Disability Issues. I also serve the LDS community with family and personal issues.