As a single mom struggling to support my highly sensitive teen, when I first came across Nicole's…read morework I thought, "her parenting coaching sounds like exactly what I need." And indeed it was. Nicole helped me: --understand the neuro-science behind the nervous system and how my--and my teen's--nervous systems were influencing my parenting approach; --recognize how to become attuned to both of our nervous systems...I learned to be curious instead of judgmental (about my own and my child's feelings and reactions); --translate the knowledge and awareness into action with suggested techniques that made a huge difference in how my kid and I communicate; and --equally if not most importantly, grant myself (and my kid!) grace in the moments that are as hard as being human is. I'm not a perfect parent, but with Nicole's support I have become more mindful, more empathetic, more curious, and more grateful for what goes well in my relationship with my child. This has helped in the immediate term--and I believe has set us up for the future--to trust each other and create more space for joy.

Before working with Nicole, I often felt like a terrible mom. My almost 4-year-old son was having…read morefrequent tantrums, and I felt helpless. Our home was filled with yelling and shame, and I knew I needed better tools--not only to handle my son's meltdowns, but also to manage my own feelings around them. Coaching with Nicole gave me exactly that and more. She helped me see how much of my parenting stress was tied to my own perfectionism and anxiety. With her guidance, I learned to show myself compassion, which allowed me to create deeper compassion and connection with my son. Now that he's four, does he still have tantrums? Yes--but I'm able to respond with much more grace (not perfectly, and that's OK) and compassion. His outbursts are usually shorter, and I no longer feel like an "angry mom" all the time. Instead, I feel more confident, more connected, and far more loving in my parenting.

Over the past 10 years Tracey has been so helpful for my son by teaching me how to handle difficult…read morebehaviors, so that he had more engaged and understanding parents. I went back during my divorce, when I really needed perspective, to raise my kids without having a more stressful divorce than one naturally is. This was so good for them and me. My current partner and I still have sessions now and then while blending a family. Tracey is an expert in exactly what she says she is on her website, and I would recommend her to anyone needing parenting interventions now or if you'd just like parenting to be more enjoyable for the whole family instead of a struggle. If you need more immediate crisis care there is a crisis line 988 nationally. Or you can google your county crisis lines. They are all listed on the National Alliance for Mental Illness as well. There are a few crisis walk in clinics in PDX, like via Cascadia. Tracey will help you with any hard subject, and I appreciate how boundaries are taught and kept very professionally. I've seen a ton of different providers over the years due to insurance changes, but I will always go back to Practical Parenting PDX for proven interventions and help to make parenting more fun.

After my son's two suicide attempts this year i found myself needing someone to talk to because of…read morethe anxiety of the ordeal and its impacts on my life and my family. I found this therapist on Yelp and being on Yelp, I called the number listed. She answered and was rude because apparently there's a portal system she uses to screen her clients which I didn't know about because I found her on Yelp. She was on speaker phone while my wife was with me and my wife noticed this from her as well that this was a particularly unpleasant way to go about any business, let alone mental health because nobody calling her number is having a good day But I try and I book the appointment anyway through the site before leaving town for five days for memorial day weekend. I came back last night and opened my email today to look for the link that was provided and found an email from yesterday that I'd not filled out the intake questionnaire and that it had to be filled out "before the appointment" as per the email. I then take the time to do so despite the fact that any day back from a vacation is going to be very busy and today was no exception but I did make the effort. Come the appointed time and again, juggling several things, I couldn't find the link and so I emailed tu get another one then immediately found it and logged on. I'm sitting there waiting for my appointment when I get an email from her and quickly respond without reading that I was waiting for the appointment in the video conference chat. And after waiting a few more minutes I go back to the email and see that apparently I had to have that done by 5pm the day before (which was not previously mentioned and also was when I was still driving back into town,) and so I needed to reschedule. And, annoyed at this perfunctory screening process and her tone and attitude at this point, I give it one last shot. Tonight I get an email saying that she'd been communicating so the to me clearly (again, she wasn't at any point clear on this overwrought process,) and because I wasn't listening to her directions (that she didn't give,) I "wouldn't be a good fit." I'm dumbfounded and I'm appalled. At the very least, if her business is going to be conducted through her website in a way where she is going to deny people who are coming to her for help, then these such stringent directions really need to be on there or at least on her page in Yelp but first and absolutely foremost, YOU'RE IN THE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD LADY, if you are in such a state of burnout that you can't muster a simple civil tone with people who are coming to you for help, then you need to find another career. Those directions weren't clear at any point. Her screening process is an unnecessary mess and needs an overhaul. Most inexcusable, her attitude is judgmental and condescending and for her to turn around and blame someone coming to her help for her messy business intake practices then that's just gaslighting and abusive. So she don't deserve to have any clients and I am taking the time to put this on a public forum because I dread anyone who comes to her at a point like where my son found himself, hanging by a thread and looking for help, to be treated like this by someone who trained for years to know better. My undergraduate degree was in psychotherapy and the reason I didn't pursue it was the burnout rate but having been in the boards of a couple of treatment centers in my old life, I know what that looks lilt in earnest. I can smell it. But so help me God, the only other time I've heard or seen of a therapist with this much animosity towards clients or potential clients was Richard Dreyfuss' character in What About Bob and that was a fictional character written as an indictment against the entire field of psychotherapy. And probably because of therapists just like this one. I dread for anyone who comes to this woman for help. She makes the whole field look bad.

Ursina has been the best life coach and I'm very grateful I found someone like her to help me…read morecreate a plan and take the steps to start my career in laser tattoo removal. On top of her helping me career wise, she's helped me navigate ways to deal with some of my disabilities which makes everyday life easier. She creates a space that makes me feel super comfortable and is non-overwhelming. Highly recommend and so glad I found her!

Ursina is amazing at listening and helping guide you through your choices to help you reach a…read moredecision. I used her for career decisions and personal issues. Her guidance was invaluable to me. I would highly recommend!

I've had several sessions with Cornelia and have found them transformative. I've undergone hypnosis…read moreto help with ibs and anxiety, and have had significant improvements with both. Cornelia is compassionate, empathetic and kind. I leave every session feeling healed in body and mind. I cannot recommend her practice highly enough!

Barb. Is. The. Best. Best education I've ever gotten. Trust…read moreme, you need her in your life.

I could say I wish we took Barb's "Becoming Us" class sooner -- however, even nearly two years…read morepostpartum, this class was invaluable! It was everything I hoped for and more. Barb does an amazing job validating and normalizing the struggles of parenthood while also uplifting and infusing hope in each person! I can foresee sustainable success from the practical tools she taught us -- and it's a comfort to know she's a lifeline to reach out to if we need help tailoring these tools to specific situations that could arise in the future!

After 30 years of going over and over my life traumas without any resolution with many counselors,…read moreSam guided me to personal clarity and freedom. I am grateful for her kind, intuitive, and knowledgeable coaching. Sam has given me the tools to understand and empower myself and end the looping in my head and the pain in my body and heart. I committed to a 10-session package, which was the best investment of my life. I am a much lighter and brighter soul because of our work together. I feel fortunate to have found her. Somatic healing is fast and effective. Thanks a million, Sam, I'm in awe of your superpowers!

I had a great experience working with Sam. She is an amazing listener and offered excellent tools…read moreand advise. I highly recommend her service.

I thought Coach Lia Dunlap was a really good friend of mine. After teaching on her retreat I hired…read moreher for a 16 month coaching package when I hit a rough time in my business. One month later I fired her because I did not feel she was the right fit for me as a business coach. I was only refunded about $5800 out of a $1500. Upon trying to talk to her about it again she would not respond and then she blocked me on social media. I am still deciding whether or not so sue her. I am sad to say it, as I truly thought she was a friend... but I would not recommend working with anyone who exhibits the kind of behavior in business. -Angela Fields angelarosefields.com

I worked with Lia and went through her 13 week program. 1 1/2 years later I'm still achieving my…read moregoals, but on my own, by using the tools she taught me. Last week I posted my car on Craig's list and effortlessly sold my car in 30 mins. Last month I paid off all my credit cards I had been slowly working on for 4 years. Once I started focusing on it with her tools the cards were paid off in 3 months! My current goals are to purchase a new car in cash, purchase a new house in 2012 and pay for my wedding in cash. I am fully confident that I will achieve these goals with the tools from Lia . I highly recommend participating in her program. Thank you so much Lia!