No matter what your inner critic says (or yells), healing is possible with the right support and a safe space.
I am providing both telehealth and in-person services.
By viewing my profile, you’ve already taken a courageous and kind step towards seeking support. I’m so glad you’re here.
Anxiety and trauma can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, pain gets pushed down for years, only to resurface later in life. While everyone’s struggle is unique, many of the people I work with have felt flawed, stuck, broken, or incapable of getting better. Please know that you are not alone. No matter what your inner critic says (or yells), healing is possible with the right support and a safe space.
I strive to create a compassionate, validating space where the important work of healing can happen. I specialize in science-backed treatments for anxiety, trauma/PTSD and OCD. I also support clients in preparing for and integrating psychedelic experiences, which can be powerful tools for catalyzing new thought patterns and promoting deep healing.
My top priority is for therapy to feel safe and transparent—like talking to a real human who has your back. Because we often can’t ‘outsmart’ anxiety or trauma reactions, my approach is action-oriented, often drawing on ‘exposure-based’ techniques. Together, we’ll face what feels overwhelming at your own pace, rewiring your brain to feel safer, calmer, and more confident. It’s an honor to see my clients reclaim their lives and do things they once thought impossible.
As a neurodivergent provider, I understand how traditional therapy may not always ‘fit’ those who think or experience the world differently. I honor these differences by tailoring therapy to your unique needs, preferences, and communication style. I am also deeply committed to creating affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ and queer individuals. Above all, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself authentically.
Treatment Approach
Orientation:
My work primarily aligns with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a framework focused on helping individuals develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior. I integrate mindfulness, self-compassion, and acceptance techniques to support clients in navigating life’s challenges.
I am certified in exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD, prolonged exposure treatment (PE) for PTSD, and specialize in exposure-based approaches for anxiety.
Modality: individual
Client Focus
Ages: 16+
Qualifications
Practicing Since: 2020
Degree: Ph.D., Clinical Psychology
Year Graduated: 2024
License Number and State: working towards licensing under the supervision of Amy Wagner, Ph.D. (OR 2538)
Specialties
- PTSD/Trauma
- OCD
- Social anxiety
- Panic disorder
- Values clarification, personal growth
- ADHD, ASD, AUDHD
- Psychedelics
- Self-Compassion
Financial
Average Cost: $200-250
Accepted Insurance Plans: OHP
Email Address: cchwyl@portlandpsychotherapy.com
Phone: 503-281-4852