About Bentley Therapeutic Services LLC
About Kate (she/her/hers)
I am a Queer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the SUD/Mental Health field. I bring a unique perspective to therapy that is informed by my training and my diverse lived experiences. I have a kind, relaxed demeanor that typically puts people at ease and believe laughter is healing, even in the dark. If y
I am a Queer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the SUD/Mental Health field. I bring a unique perspective to therapy that is informed by my training and my diverse lived experiences. I have a kind, relaxed demeanor that typically puts people at ease and believe laughter is healing, even in the dark. If you need a blank slate, buttoned up therapist, I wont be the right fit for you. In my off time, I enjoy gardening, sewing, working on DIY projects, snuggling with my fur babies, spending time with framily, traveling, and riding my motorcycle.
Services
I provide individual therapy via telehealth for residents in Oregon and Washington. My areas of expertise include grief, life transitions, psychedelic preparation / integration, anxiety, depression, Substance Use Disorders (SUD), navigating relationships with individuals who have a SUD, negative self-concept, trauma, and PTSD, as well as
I provide individual therapy via telehealth for residents in Oregon and Washington. My areas of expertise include grief, life transitions, psychedelic preparation / integration, anxiety, depression, Substance Use Disorders (SUD), navigating relationships with individuals who have a SUD, negative self-concept, trauma, and PTSD, as well as issues facing the LGBTQIA2S+ community. Additionally, I offer evaluation and letters of support for gender-affirming care.
Approach
Approach
I am a person-centered, relational therapist, who recognizes most suffering is caused or exacerbated by our oppressive society. The symptoms that bring people to therapy often are ways to navigate society but don't always serve our best interest. Recognising, honoring and naming this is healing. I utilize the following modalities: Brai
I am a person-centered, relational therapist, who recognizes most suffering is caused or exacerbated by our oppressive society. The symptoms that bring people to therapy often are ways to navigate society but don't always serve our best interest. Recognising, honoring and naming this is healing. I utilize the following modalities: Brainspotting, Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, Motivational Interviewing, Parts Work, The Invitation to Change Approach, 12 Step, Harm Reduction, and Self Compassion, in an effort to reduce suffering. I am LGBTQIA2S+, Kink, Sex, ENM, Embodiment affirming / celebrating.