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Psychotherapy 101

If you have come across my site, more then likely, you have been thinking about seeking counseling.  But I admit, this world of "mental health" can be confusing, and even a little overwhelming.  Look at three or four websites for therapists in your area and your eyes may glaze over!  So the following pages are about the basics, hopefully to make the process of mental health, counseling, and psychotherapy a little less mysterious.  You will find answers to questions like:
  • Why seek therapy?
  • Does counseling really work?
  • LPC? LMHC? LMSW? Psychologist?  Psychiatrist? How do I choose?
  • Am I really depressed, or just sad?
  • CBT? DBT? Psychoanalysis? Trauma? Mindfulness?  What does it all mean anyway?

Spend some time searching through these pages and you will find articles about various topics; forums for discussion; things to try out for yourself; and links for further information. And check back regularly, I am adding more content all the time.   Or better yet, send me an email* to join my mailing list.  You can sign up to receive a periodic newsletter on various topics, tools, and experiments to continue to explore and grow on your own journey to mental well-being. 

The information on these pages is for education only.  If you are concerned you may have depression, anxiety, or another mental health problem, DO NOT diagnose yourself!  Please contact myself or another trained mental health professional.  Also, if you feel you are in a mental health crisis, or if you have thoughts of hurting yourself or someone else, please contact 911 or the MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS LINE of your area immediately! 

The crisis line of Multnomah County is (503) 988-4888 or (800) 716-9769.
Pscyhotherapy 101, CBT, Trauma, Mindfulness
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*Your privacy is my utmost concern.  Your email/information will not be distributed in any way.  For purposes of confidentiality, however, please use a pseudonym and limit identifying information if making public comments/questions on a blog post.  Please see the terms of this website for further information.

Kristine Nystrom, LPC, LMHC

Online therapy across Oregon and Washington

503-382-9654 kristine@newstreamscounseling.com