Get to know our providers
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Our Graduate Interns join us while they complete their masters programs. They stay with us anywhere from 6 - 8 months. Some Commercial insurance plans do not recognize professional counselor associates as billable providers; therefore, they will not pay when clients receive services. Because of this policy they provide their quality services at a discounted rate.
When your intern graduates and leaves Wild Wish, we happily transfer you to an incoming counselor.
Accepted Insurances
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
Providence
Cigna
Aetna
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Registered Associates have completed their internships and graduated from their masters programs. They work with us as permanent members of our team.
Accepted Insurances
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
CareOregon (OHP)
HealthShare of Oregon (OHP)
Providence
Cigna
Aetna
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LPCs at Wild Wish have received their license and serve as Clinical Supervisors.
Accepted Insurances
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
United Healthcare
Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
HealthShare of Oregon
MODA
PacificSource
Cigna
Optum EAP
Providence
Aetna
Journey Stewart
She/ Her Graduate Intern
Joining Summer 2024
I believe in every person’s innate ability to heal. Through work that is guided by compassionate curiosity, my intention is to create a space where you feel safe and supported to deepen your relationship to Self and explore and transform how unconscious patterns of the past might be impacting you in the present.
My approach places connection at the core of our emotional and physical well-being. I am inspired by psychodynamic and Jungian depth psychology, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, interpersonal neurobiology, and informed by somatic and mindfulness-based practices. My holistic, justice-oriented perspective to treatment takes into consideration the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual aspects of a person and the environments and experiences they are exposed to throughout their lifetime.
The client-counselor relationship is the heartbeat of the therapeutic process, and my aim is to nurture a connection built on the foundation of trust, compassion, respect, and authenticity, so that I may support you as you do the brave work of self-discovery, attuning to the wisdom of your body, and transforming into the fullest version of yourself. My hope is that together, we can create a container that embraces the wholeness of our humanness where all of our parts are welcome just as they are; a space to laugh and cry, grieve and rage, reclaim pleasure, rest, and celebrate both the major milestones and simple joys that carry us through.
My work is supported by my education and experience as a graduate student in the Professional Mental Health Counseling program at Lewis & Clark College. I have a Bachelor’s degree in International Development and Sociology from the University of Utah and extensive experience working as a nonprofit program manager with organizations across the globe. I also draw heavily from my intuition, lived experiences, and insatiable curiosity about the human experience.
Specialties
Traumatic Experiences
Childhood Trauma
Anxiety + Depression
Relationship patterns
Boundary challenges
Personal growth + self-worth
Highly Sensitive People
PMDD
In my personal time, you can usually find me outside surfing, skiing, hiking, or exploring with my partner and my dog, Cooper. I also love traveling, slow mornings, gathering with loved ones to share a meal, yoga, and cultivating mind/body/spirit practices that support my own human wholeness.
Personal Interests
Hannah Colver
She/ Her Graduate Intern
Joining Summer 2024
I emphasize a holistic approach and utilize a wide array of theories including Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems, structure mapping, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed therapies. I believe counseling is a collaborative process and I work to personalize each treatment plan to fit each individual’s unique needs. I also seek to provide a safe and supportive environment that empowers individuals and couples to reach their goals. I believe that you are an expert in your own life and seek to create a collaborative space.
At the heart of my practice is a love of helping people overcome challenges in their lives. My professional interests include grief and loss, relationships, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions such as adjustment to relationship changes, family challenges, and grief. I am sex-positive and prioritize creating a safe space for all identities.
I was born in Alaska, raised by the oceans of western Washington and now call Oregon home. I am currently completing my Master’s degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling at Lewis & Clark College. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Public Relations from the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Specialties
Anxiety
Generational Trauma
Body image
Self-compassion
Depression
Life Transitions
Identity
Relationship & Couples Counseling
Personal Interests
Some of my favorite self-care activities include: adventuring around this beautiful state, engaging in all forms of the creative arts, and spending intentional time with my friends and family.
Emma Larson
She/ They Graduate Intern
Joining Summer 2024
Every person comes to therapy with their own story and needs. I believe therapy is a deeply personal and unique journey, in which we deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported. I also believe that there is power and healing in dismantling our internal systems of oppression so we can understand our values and engage more deeply with ourselves and our communities. As a counselor, my role is to empower my clients to better understand themselves, grow their self-compassion, and explore what brings them meaning.
I take an eclectic approach to therapy that pulls from Existential, Feminist, Relational-Cultural, and Internal Family Systems theories. This means I am interested in exploring how different parts of ourselves intersect and the ways the world around us shapes our reality, values, and relationships. At the core of my work, I strive to nurture a warm, safe, and open therapeutic bond between counselor and client.
I received my Bachelor degree in Human Development & Family Studies and Psychology and am currently completing my Master's degree in the Professional Mental Health Counseling Program at Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling.
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Neurodiversity
Anxiety
Grief
Religious trauma
Life transitions
In my free time, you can find me knitting with a cat (or two) in my lap, exploring thrift stores, or catching a local drag show. As a born and raised Oregonian, I love being outside rain or shine and often find myself on a long walk along the river or on a day trip to the coast.
Personal Interests
David Hanna
He /Him Graduate Intern
As a Counselor Graduate Intern, David brings a passionate commitment to creating a therapeutic space where individuals can explore the depths of their identities without fear of judgment. He views counseling as a transformative process, offering a path to resolving challenging experiences and emotions while fostering personal growth through the acquisition of new skills and enhanced self-awareness. David's approach is rooted in a psychodynamic lens, enriched by the integration of motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy. This eclectic approach allows him to tailor his practice to meet the unique needs of each individual he works with.
While David's interests span a diverse range of clients and issues, he is particularly drawn to addressing challenges within family systems, guiding individuals through life transitions, and providing support in matters related to sexuality, gender, and navigating relationships with loved ones affected by substance use disorders. He believes in considering the interplay between past experiences and present social environments, understanding how they contribute to patterns that may feel constraining. In his therapeutic work, David strives to create a collaborative and supportive relationship, acknowledging the significance of context and culture in shaping individual experiences.
In the counseling relationship, David sees himself as an aid in the process of change, providing validation, support, education, and offering a contrasting perspective when needed. The qualities he aspires to embody in this role include compassion, warmth, curiosity, and openness. Through these qualities, David aims to create a safe and affirming space where clients can find self-discovery and growth, assisting them in navigating life's challenges.
David grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and studied Psychology at Kenyon College for his undergraduate education. After spending two years in Chicago, Illinois, working in the field of social work, David moved to Portland to continue his education in Professional Mental Health Counseling at Lewis & Clark, where he is currently enrolled. Through what he has learned in his personal life, work life, and education, David hopes to support others as they navigate changes and personal growth in their lives.
Life Transitions
Family Systems
Sexuality & Gender
Substance Use
Specialties
Personal Interests
In his free time, David enjoys visiting record shops and discovering new music, spending time outdoors, and watching whatever is newly streaming on the Criterion Channel. Of the many joys of living in the Pacific Northwest, David loves getting to explore new cuisines and visit the many incredible restaurants, bars, and cafes in the region.
Nat Doucette
They / She Graduate Intern
I believe that healing is an ongoing process that is an integral part of the human experience; we all long for healing, and we are all capable of healing. It is my intention to be a supportive guide for you on your unique healing journey. Together, we will determine how to improve the quality of your well-being as you navigate life's challenges. I will collaborate with you to help bridge the gap between your current struggles and your therapeutic goals.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in constructivism, a perspective that emphasizes the diverse perspectives and personal narratives that shape each individual's journey of self-discovery and growth.
I prioritize building a positive relationship with each of my clients, which serves as a foundation for our work together. It is my goal to create a non-judgmental and supportive space for you, in which I invite your whole, authentic self to show up. I integrate into my practice various therapeutic techniques such as mindfulness, compassion, somatic practices, creative interventions, and parts work.
I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, with a minor in Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies, from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Currently, I am a graduate student working toward my Master’s degree in the Professional Mental Health Counseling Program at Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling.
Specialties
Trauma
LGBTQ+
Anxiety
Spirituality
Grief & Loss
Many of my interests are inextricably connected to my own healing journey, through yoga, dance, meditation, working with oracle cards, and enjoying nature (hiking, forest bathing, swimming and polar plunging). I also enjoy tennis, electronic dance music, good food, and spending time connecting with friends, family, and my cats.
Personal Interests
Jamie Ziemba
She / Her Graduate Intern
Jamie believes that we all deserve to live a life free of shame. Through a collaborative therapeutic approach, she knows that you can uncover your strengths and build a powerful relationship with yourself and those around you, and aims to create a space where every single part of you feels warmly welcomed no matter what you may have experienced in the past. Shame can cause us to question our self-worth, prevent us from giving and receiving love, and distance us from the truth that abundant joy is a right, not a privilege. Our world thrives on the oppression of all types of bodies, no matter what identities we hold. Jamie believes that having the freedom to talk explicitly about our experiences is a critical step in celebrating our authentic selves and creating a culture of justice in the communities around us.
Jamie takes an integrative approach to therapy that combines psychodynamic theory, Internal Family Systems, Relational Cultural theory, and attention to the body through somatic work. She views our identities as a kaleidoscope of beliefs, emotions and experiences, and you can expect to work with Jamie on understanding and creating relationships with each of these parts. Therapy can take us to difficult places as we sort through our pain, but as a pleasure activist Jamie will also spend time motivating you to experience joy as part of your healing journey. Growth is a cause worth celebrating!
She believes that the relationship between a client and their therapist is a two-way street and aims to create a genuine connection with each person who enters her office. She is sex positive, kink-affirming, and welcoming of all identities regardless of age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, culture, socioeconomic status, relationship style, spiritual practice, size, or ability.
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Jamie moved to Portland in 2021 and is currently completing her Master’s degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling at Lewis & Clark College. She received her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Cleveland State University and has a diverse work history including extensive time in the restaurant service industry. Her life has offered her the opportunity to build relationships with individuals holding diverse identities different from her own, so no matter what your background is — you are truly encouraged to come just the way you are!
Self-Compassion
Anxiety & Depression
Life Transitions
Identity
Relationship Counseling
Specialties
When she’s out of the office, you can expect to find Jamie getting lost in the PNW’s old growth forests, dancing in a wig with friends, or attempting complicated cooking projects under the strict supervision of her cat, Beeps.
Personal Interests
Rosemarie Treviño
She / Her Registered Associate
Rosemarie believes that good therapy starts with the relationship between clients and counselors; creating a safe space together means clients are able to express themselves freely and authentically. She creates an environment that is built on trust, respect, compassion, and is judgement free. Rosemarie has worked with children, adolescents, and couples, adults experiencing depression, grief and loss, anxiety, and trauma. Rosemarie has completed level 1 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
As a counselor, Rosemarie practices from person centered therapy and emotion focused therapy. She does this through empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard focusing on the client’s life story. She understands that life throws curve balls, and the healing road is not always linear. If choosing to work with Rosemarie, you will be encouraged to embark your journey towards your true, most authentic self and challenged to facilitate change around emotional awareness and attunement. By utilizing emotion focused therapy, you can collaboratively work towards recognizing and naming your emotions and the ability to process emotional struggles as they arise.
Rosemarie recently graduated with a Masters in Professional Mental Health Counseling with a Specialization in Addiction at Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Cal Poly Humboldt, formerly known as Humboldt State University.
Rosemarie’s personal and professional experience comes from 5+ years in community mental health and non-profit organizations. Through her personal battle with addiction and family struggle, she found her passion in helping others, and hopes to support you wherever you are in your journey.
Specialties
Addiction
Couples
Trauma
Depression & Anxiety
Grief & Loss
Coming from a military family, Rosemarie was born in Oregon and raised in Southern California. She loves traveling, camping, listening to music, being outdoors, and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Personal Interests
Wendy Esther
She / Her LPC, CADCI, NCC
Wendy Esther has extensive experience in counseling adolescents and adults. Using trauma informed principles, Wendy has an eclectic style, individualizing treatment as a foundational concept for progress and recovery. She possesses a deep desire to focus on providing the best care using a client centered approach addressing topics such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship adjustments, loss and grief.
Wendy has worked with men and women from varying ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and those with alternate lifestyles and various spiritual practices. She also has a great deal of treatment experience with alcohol & drug, gambling and other addictions. Her professional experience includes behavior counseling at an acute care facility for youth and outpatient care for those who suffer from mental illness. Wendy is also skilled with the Assertive Community Treatment model, a holistic model of care.
Wendy completed a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Great Falls with an emphasis in Alcohol & Drug counseling.
Her own success in battling addiction and family mental health problems spurred her to redirect her career to work with those who suffer from addiction. During this time, her experience working in a 28-day in-patient program shed light on the co-occurrence of mental health problems and addiction and--noticing the injustice in much needed services and marginal treatment gaps-- her passion grew toward seeking further education. Wendy completed a graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling – Dual Diagnosis from Lewis & Clark College in 2016.
Additionally, Wendy has worked with LGBTQ clients and has unique skills to address client needs and offer respectful support as an allied therapist. Her diversity of experiences has provided her with a range of skills and an ability to approach each individual's circumstances and needs.
Specialties
Addiction
Trauma
Depression & Anxiety
Grief & Loss
Personal Interests
Wendy moved to Oregon with her family in 2011 from Montana. She is an enthusiast of outdoor activities and is often seen accompanied by her Old English Bulldog. She enjoys reading, quilting, and traveling with her partner on their motorcycles.