My view is that each individual is born with an innate wisdom to thrive in life. Because life has provided me with a wide range of experience, I am often able to understand complex issues from multiple perspectives, while offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for those I work with.
As a long-term holistic health practitioner of over twenty years, I am deeply inspired by the journey of living in dynamic balance within self-care. Life has offered me a multitude of experiences, both personally and professionally, guiding me to align with my own purpose. This perspective has moved me to support others in discovering their own unique joy in life.
I aim to bring professional wisdom, warmth, compassion, safety, authenticity, and humor to each session. Additionally, as a native to the Pacific Northwest, I feel inspired and connected to the ecosystem, beauty, and culture this area has to offer.
When I am not advising, counseling, or doing bodywork, I can be found pursuing many endeavors including: dance, yoga, outdoor activities, piano, movie watching, good friends, sharing meals, community events, and travel.
I openly welcome people of any gender, race, ethnicity, size, nationality, sexual orientation, ability level, religion, family structure, culture, and self-identification.
Formal Education & Competencies
- Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Theater Arts
- Licensed Massage Therapist (OR #11069)
- Registered Professional Counselor Associate (OR #R5887)
- Award Certification Project Management
- Award Certification Interpersonal Communications
- Award Certification Conflict Management
- Award Certification Leadership Management
- Practicum with The Oregon Prison Project
- Practicum with Antioch University Counseling Clinic
- Mentorship with Rose City Non-Violent Communication
- Counseling Internship with The M.E.T.A. Institute
Specialty Trainings
- Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy
- Re-Creation of Self Professional Skills
- Eastern Bodywork Modalities Specialization
- Anatomy and Physiology Evaluator and Tutor
- Gottman Method Level 1 Training Certification
- Buddhist Psychology Specialization
- Career and Academic Counseling Specialization
- Drama Therapy Specialization
- M.E.T.A. Hakomi Integrated Bodywork
- Nia Dance Technique – White Belt
Awards
Natasha was awarded membership with the Omega Mu Gamma chapter of Chi Sigma Iota Counseling and Professional International Honors society for scholastic and professional excellence.
Memberships
- Psychology Today
- Portland Therapy Center
- Good Therapy
- Portland TherapyDen
- Oregon Counseling Association
- ABMP
~~Natasha Trees, LPC Intern, LMT, MA is Supervised by Anne-Marie Benjamin, LPC, Certified Hakomi Therapist~~
