Dr. Tara May is a skilled and compassionate psychologist and therapist. Dr. Tara May has extensive…read moreexperience working with people who experienced trauma and loss, and she helped many couples and individuals heal and have fulfilling lives.

From the owner: Do you feel held back by worry, fear, or past trauma? Are you struggling to break free from…read morenegative patterns in your relationships? The past few years have been challenging for many of us, but we believe that everyone has the potential for growth and positive change. Blue Leaf therapists use evidence-based strategies such as EMDR to help you overcome obstacles and live your best life. Take the brave first step towards a brighter future and contact us today. At Blue Leaf, we offer specialized psychotherapy services for adults, couples, and families who are 18 years old and above. Our experienced therapists provide compassionate care and evidence-based treatments to help clients work through a variety of life circumstances, challenges, and problems. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. Our focus is on helping you heal, grow, and thrive through client-centered psychotherapy. We aim to provide relief from symptoms, improved self-confidence, and freedom from past traumas. Whether you choose in-person or telehealth services, our goal is to support you in becoming the best version of yourself.

I saw Hannah Cornett during one of the more challenging seasons of my life, and I can honestly say…read moreshe made a real difference. She had a way of listening that made you feel genuinely heard -- not just processed. She was thoughtful, calm, and skilled at helping you find your footing without pushing you in any particular direction. Hannah is someone you can trust to help you sort through it with clarity and care. I'm grateful to have found her.

I had no idea how to find someone I could trust with the problems I was having, and I got lucky!!…read more Andrew Eggebraaten was a blessing from GOD, he guided us through our problems patiently and softly. He gave us what we needed to hear so that we could see what we needed to do. I appreciate how gently he explained the problems and fixes without any shame or feeling bad about yourself. He listened to us, and genuinely felt our pain. I know that if we need more help he will be the one we go to. Thank you so much Andrew! I truly hope you know how much we appreciate you!

I was Dr. Monkarsh's patient for two years, and it was the best gift I have given myself. He…read morehelped me change my life entirely and I am grateful for his services. There is no price tag that can repay him for helping me transform from sad and feeling hopeless in a challenging long-term marriage to now being happy, strong, energetic, goal-oriented, and enthusiastic about life. I am my "old self" once again. That is priceless. I am of Hispanic-American ethnicity, and seeking therapy is a cultural "taboo" in my family. Yet, after over 22 years in a very difficult marriage and extreme unhappiness I knew that I needed professional help that could help me get clarity. It was with trepidation that I entered his office, and I immediately realized that Dr. Monkarsh was professional, an excellent listener, genuine, compassionate and yet straight-forward in a gentle manner. He asked me open-ended questions, without judgment, that made me think of my situation and how I could solve challenges. Because I am a task-oriented individual, he gave me weekly assignments and we picked up from there each session. It was not easy to do the soul-searching and face hard areas of my life, but he never gave up on me and he genuinely cared. He was a non-biased clinical psychologist who was honest with me, even when it was difficult. He was the confidential professional that I needed to help me transform my life. I felt safe, respected and not alone. Dr. Monkarsh is now working with my 23-year old daughter and he is helping her with the same care and professionalism he offered me as his past patient. As a mom, I am extremely grateful for the help he is providing her and I feel relieved and at peace that my daughter is receiving his services. My daughter and I do not discuss their sessions and I respect her privacy, yet I see the positive changes in her life through her work with Dr. Monkarsh as well. I am fortunate to have been Dr. Monkarsh's patient. My only regret is that I had not worked with him decades before.

I've been seeing Dr. Gary Monkarsh for my ADHD. He diagnosed me within the first two months of…read moretherapy. Not only has he helped me gain confidence in my medical condition, but he allows my mom to sit in on every session. Gary is a speedy guy like me. To be honest, I don't want to go to therapy, I just want to feel better on my own. However, I can't fix everything by myself. So, I hired Dr. Monkarsh to repair my mental illness. He believes in safe practice. He has never suggested any medication or treatments that are harmful.

Yes, they are more knowledgeable about autism in adults than most providers. However, they (Neely &…read moreService) missed both me and a relative's ADHD due to lack of comprehensive testing/questions. Even worse, Anson Service diagnosed my relative with somatization ("minor" aches & pains & exaggerated health anxiety/obsession) when said relative has FIBROMYALGIA! I cannot BELIEVE the disrespect toward chronic illness! He also wrote that they're not committed to treatment when they've been in therapy for years!

I feel so thankful to have found Adventure Psychological Services, in Vancouver, WA…read more I am newer to the world of therapy, and my experience over the last few weeks after beginning my sessions with Dr. Benjamin Neeley has been absolutely life changing. I experienced some personal trauma that I needed assistance with processing, and I was so impressed by how quickly Adventure Psychological Services and Dr. Neeley took action to help me be seen right away. I had called over ten Vancouver and Portland-based counseling offices, and was so impressed with the response I received from Adventure Psychological Services. Both Genevieve and Dr. Neeley at Adventure Psychological Services have gone above and beyond to assist me throughout the process of starting therapy, and have made everything as stress free as possible. Genevieve has been so helpful with all of my administrative questions and concerns, and has been so patient in helping me through the process of starting therapy under personally challenging circumstances. Dr. Neeley is down to earth, incredibly easy to talk to, and has provided me with valuable resources to aid in my self care and treatment. He provides a warm, calming atmosphere in which I feel safe and able to express myself comfortably and without any judgement. I feel so grateful that I found a therapist I worked well with right away, and am thankful to already be making progress in dealing with my personal trauma. I highly recommend Adventure Psychological Services and Dr. Benjamin Neeley.

Excellent highest quality person of outstanding character. I have known Dr Markee for more than…read morehalf a century and can attest to her professionalism, competence, and responsiveness. Like her parents she can always be counted on to do the right thing. She is more than helpful as a problem solver and brings issues to resolution. She works with complex cases but her treatment is helpful and results in a workable solution. She is the psychologist that I would turn to in a crisis to help a loved one. She considers it her duty to accept and work with the toughest cases. Barbara Tanzer

The best therapist is one who is present, empathetic, compassionate, welcoming, and safe. Taryn has…read moreall of these traits and so much more. Taryn exudes calm, warmth, and patience. She has a gift for helping a person understand the nuances of their experiences. Dr. Taryn Markee is, by far, the best therapist!

Aaron changed my life. He is one of the greatest people I have ever met in my life. Sometimes I…read morefelt like I over-explained myself to him, but he always had a way of calming me down. One thing I really liked is that he had experienced the pain of being with a borderline personality disordered person himself, but really seemed to have healed and was really great at his own self work. He always offered me tea or water when I got there, & gave me tissues when I needed to cry, which was very much needed & appreciated. Sometimes the little things make all the difference in the world. He was able to empathize as well as encourage me to think rationally about so many situations. A master at breaking things down, he is truly the best of the best. Aaron, if you're reading this, I love you brother. Thank you so much for the support through the hardest times in my life. I'm feeling a power & energy like I've never felt. May you be blessed for years to come.

I've been seeing Aaron for over 3 years at this point, and it has been the best thing that I have…read moreever done for myself. I've seen so many therapists and psychiatrists throughout my life, and Aaron has helped me more than the rest of them combined. My quality of life has gotten better than I ever thought it could have ever gotten. COVID was an awful time for almost everyone, but I feel so incredibly lucky that I was able to work with Aaron during the hard times. I've never had a more consistent positive experience during the rough patches of life. Looking back at my life before I started seeing Aaron makes me shudder; I can't stress enough how much better my life has gotten through my work with him. I will continue to recommend him to anyone who is struggling and genuinely wants to get better.

I want to share my experience working with Claire Colaco. I have been seeing a therapist for a…read morelarge part of my adult life. I've experienced a wide range of skills and results. A year and a half ago, I started seeing Claire and immediately realized that I had found something new. Compassion, trust, accountability, and a strong desire to help me be successful. I had never experienced this level of attention, focus, and ultimately, a sense of success and happiness. Claire provides a comforting approach to dark and difficult places. She allows a natural progression through emotions, conversation, and action items. Therapy requires work, and sometimes we feel discouraged from continuing. Claire makes treatment feel like a mental serum for self-confidence, accomplishment, and motivation. I am a massive supporter of therapy and self-care. I am the best version of myself today because of my work with Claire. I am still working on things in my life, which I believe is a continuous process. Claire has become my grounding point for emotional and physical change in my life. If you are considering therapy or need a change, Claire Colaco is someone I highly recommend. Be kind to yourself. Allow space in your life for treatment. You will be amazed at how life can change with the proper guidance.

Claire Colaco is a compassionate and skilled therapist. Finding support in the form of therapy is a…read morevery individualized thing so if you have had an undesirable therapy experience in the past, I encourage you to call Claire. I personally think that everybody should be receiving counseling, whether it be for targeted issues (marriage, parenting, post partum help, depression, etc) or to be a better person in your life and relationships. Claire is a good one ... You can take take my word for it as a clinician and fellow human.

As a counselor I Am always impressed with those people that…read morejust seem born to help other people. Marisol is gifted and bright. She meets you where you are. I can't endorse her more She is great!

My husband and I went to Marisol at a time when we really needed help, and she teased out ten years…read moreworth of bad habits, misunderstandings, and codependency to set us on track to find a whole new way to be with one another. I have no doubt that Marisol saved our marriage, and helped us rediscover each other without the baggage we'd accumulated over the years. Furthermore, she suggested that we work individually for a while to address some of the trauma that both of us has gone through. I can say with no hesitation that the work I did with Marisol has changed my life; she made a space for me in which I could explore events in my past that I'd never even admitted had happened. I cannot express my gratitude enough, except to say thank you, and recommend anyone looking for help, individually or as a couple, go to Marisol.

Bad "therapists, if you want to call them that. We saw one "therapist" and she was VERY expensive,…read moreso we didn't send our kid to her. Then we tried another one and on our 2nd appointment she was late and on 3 out of 4 appointments we had she started each off by saying "so where were we last time, I forgot....". Very unprofessional.

Took my son to see Natalie Chambers & she saw him for 6/2017-12/2018. My son suffers from…read moredepression & is special needs. Regarding his diagnosis for depression, it wasn't Natalie whom made the diagnosis, nor, at any time refer him to a psychiatrist or medical doctor for treatment. My son was prescribed with anti depressants from his G.P. when he mentioned his extreme depression & thoughts of suicide. As a mental health professional it is mandatory that she report any possible life threatening/suicidal tendencies a patient is exhibiting to another professional and/or his parents or guardians if he consented which he does & would have if it was necessary to discuss his treatment with me. However, Natalie did NO SUCH THING! As a matter of fact with the exception of PAYING THE BILL Natalie & I had no contact whatsoever regarding my son's progression with his mental state. It seems to me that when a child of 16 is having thoughts of suicide it would warrant mandatory reporting, or, at the very least referral to further treatment, &, at the very least collaboration of SOME TYPE between Natalie & a prescribing medical doctor since his depression is organic & medication is the only option for an organic depression, especially, as extreme as my son's is. In May of 2018 my son went to OHSU CDRC for full autism spectrum testing, &, only after a full day of numerous types of testing the ENTIRE team of drs. urgently recommended a higher dosage of my son's antidepressant meds due to its intensity that it effected EVERY aspect of his mental state/capabilities to a degree that it wasn't possible to get an accurate result with any/all his tests. Natalie had been seeing him for almost a year & NOT ONCE did she address such an OBVIOUS issue that a panel of doctors who saw him for a 6 hour day were able to diagnose & address with my son, &, myself the sense of urgency to raise his dosage asap because of their deep concern over his suicidal thoughts & lack of motivation in every aspect of his life. It seemed to me that Natalie was more concerned over my insurance coverage than anything else. If I could rate 000 's, I would.

Counselors who care, are easy to talk to and know their stuff! What more could you ask for.read more