Jessica Van der Merwe

Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

Portland, OR 97213

Waitlist for new clients

(360) 335-3906

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Growing up in a dysfunctional family, being in a toxic or abusive relationship, or experiencing the horrors of a traumatic event can set you on a collision course with daily triggers to anger, sadness, overwhelm, panic, or dissociation. Maybe you notice your reactions in your relationships are causing harm, and you regularly experience the dreaded “shame spiral.” You minimize your pain, or others regularly do. If this is you, I’m glad you’re here. Long-term healing is possible. Even if only a small part of you hopes for change, I'm confident it's enough to start the journey toward a peaceful and thriving life.

I use humor, creativity and authentic presence as a therapist. I come from a trauma-informed strengths-based approach to trauma processing with Brainspotting therapy, and "parts" approaches. This approach is based on the science and wisdom of the body, while using a compassion-focused framework to reduce shame, excessive guilt, and trauma-related responses.

Emotional work is often the hardest work we will ever do. It doesn't come without having the courage and readiness to face your challenges. Existing with low confidence or feeling “stuck” can be transformed into a peaceful and thriving life. Call or email me today to connect for a free 15 min consultation, or read more about what I offer on my website.

Call or Email Jessica Van der Merwe now for a free 15 minute consultation - (360) 335-3906

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Protea Counseling

Portland, OR 97213

(360) 335-3906

I provide secure video sessions as well as in-person options. Read about my protocol on my "what to expect" page at proteacounselingpnw.com.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Codependency

$150 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (360) 335-3906

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Protea Counseling

Portland, OR 97213

(360) 335-3906

I provide secure video sessions as well as in-person options. Read about my protocol on my "what to expect" page at proteacounselingpnw.com.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Codependency

$150 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $165
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I am an out-of-network provider and able to provide superbills to any client who wishes to use their out-of-network benefits.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 335-3906

Jessica Van der Merwe

Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC

I am an out-of-network provider and able to provide superbills to any client who wishes to use their out-of-network benefits.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 335-3906

Jessica Van der Merwe

Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / C6884 Jessica Van der Merwe
In Practice for 5 Years
License: Washington State Department of Health LH 61170052 / 2021
Attended Western Seminary, Masters of Arts in Counseling, Graduated 2019