“Dost thou reckon thyself only a puny form when within thee the universe is folded?”

– Baha’u’llah

Approach & Philosophy

Alleviating symptoms is important and helpful but not enough. A focus on treating symptoms alone often leaves the root causes of our problems unaddressed.  Part of our philosophy involves helping others to recognize and embrace their inner potential and strengths and using this in our therapy work together in order to lead a life of inner peace,  fulfillment, and resiliency. What can result is a lifelong process of inner development and continuous fulfillment sometimes referred to as a growth mindset.

There is no magic formula, singular style, or one size fits all approach in therapy. This is especially true when it comes to things like trauma, PTSD and many other conditions. Many decades of research has clearly demonstrated that trauma and traumatic stress lives in both the mind and the body as it changes our thinking, feeling and our body’s actual physiology and functioning. There is a profound connection and inter-dependence between the mind and the body, which must be taken into account in our healing process. At Noble Minds we utilize an integrative approach in that different therapy models are weaved together to address both the mind and the body and tailor services to your unique personality and needs.

We have tremendous respect for the courage and vulnerability of our clients and their life stories. Central to our practice is the creation of a warm, safe and unconditionally accepting, non-judgmental environment. In this space we can more easily be ourselves and authentically participate in a therapeutic relationship, where we will work together as a team to help improve your life and reach your goals.

Human Nature & Identity

“Regard man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value…”

– Baha’u’llah

Our thoughts and ideas about who we are and what we are capable of doing closely relates to how we function and show up in the world. Noble Minds Counseling stems from the view that every human being possesses an immensity of inner potential and strengths, similar to the beautiful gems that are contained and buried within a mine.

Learning to recognize and release this potential helps us to create new possibilities for changes in the state of our mind, body, and relationships with others and the world. In turn, we can come to embrace a life of growth, healing, and fulfillment as we come to honor the nobility that we have within us.

Background & Credentials

My education includes not only academic studies and training but my life experiences and background as well. I bring many years of learning and growing through my own personal life challenges and triumphs. Being the bi-lingual son of immigrant parents with a non-traditional background as a former scientist/engineer,  has allowed me to develop a more holistic set of skills and knowledge that integrates the sciences, humanities, culture and spirituality to help aid in the healing process and better serve my clients.

My formal educational background consists of a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, as well as degrees in bio-chemical engineering. I am a licensed mental health clinician (LPC) in the state of Oregon, which means that I have met all of the requirements and standards required of practicing mental health professionals as set forth by state boards. I am also trained in several different therapeutic approaches and modalities for trauma and anxiety treatment including EMDR, CPT, PE and others.