About Tess

My pronouns are she/her/hers. I’m originally from New Jersey and moved to Oregon in 2015. I value interpersonal relationships both personally and professionally. Outside of work, I enjoy time with family and friends, traveling, camping, spending time near the coast, and exploring new food and restaurants.

Professional Interests

Social justice, human relationships, multicultural therapy, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, academic and professional burnout, psychedelic psychotherapy

Education

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADCI). I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. I specialize in working with adolescents, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and Indigenous Peoples.

Techniques and Modalities

Relational, Narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused, Holistic, Humanistic, Interpersonal, Mindfulness-Based