Meet Maryrose
Welcome to my office
The Symbol of the Willow
Welcome to my office
I'm so glad you're here.
About Me
The Symbol of the Willow
Welcome to my office
My name is Maryrose (she/her). Though I grew up in Pennsylvania I have been blessed to call Oregon my home for the past several years. As a woman, a highly sensitive person, and a chronic illness survivor, I let my lived experiences of pain, grief, healing, and transformation guide my work with you in your quest toward greater wellness. W
My name is Maryrose (she/her). Though I grew up in Pennsylvania I have been blessed to call Oregon my home for the past several years. As a woman, a highly sensitive person, and a chronic illness survivor, I let my lived experiences of pain, grief, healing, and transformation guide my work with you in your quest toward greater wellness. With experience serving clients of all ages and a background in yoga and meditation instruction, I draw on a holistic approach to support your whole being in moving through life's challenges with more ease and peace. In my free time you can find me singing, dancing, painting, strumming my guitar, and exploring the endless natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest.
The Symbol of the Willow
The Symbol of the Willow
The Symbol of the Willow
The willow tree is often associated with resilience and adaptability. Its graceful, drooping branches sway in the wind, bending but not breaking under the weight of life's challenges. This tree's ability to thrive near water sources, its deep roots intertwining with the earth, serves as a powerful metaphor for emotional strength. Its weep
The willow tree is often associated with resilience and adaptability. Its graceful, drooping branches sway in the wind, bending but not breaking under the weight of life's challenges. This tree's ability to thrive near water sources, its deep roots intertwining with the earth, serves as a powerful metaphor for emotional strength. Its weeping appearance evokes a sense of release, teaching us by example that it is okay to let go. Beyond its symbolism, the willow's medicinal significance, especially its use as a pain reliever in Native American traditions, highlights its role in providing comfort and relief. For me, the willow is a personal emblem of hope and beauty, a reminder that even in adversity, there are gifts to be found..
My Story
Inspired by two parents in healing professions, I earned my Bachelor’s from Penn State University with degrees in Psychology and Biobehavioral Health as well as a minor in Gender and Sexuality studies. I have served as a short term crisis counselor and as a Basics Needs Case Manager providing in depth emotional support, case management and advocacy to clients. I have also served as a teacher for Youthful Offenders and DUI programs where I took a harm reduction and psychoeducational approach. My passion for nature as a catalyst for healing was born from a transformative class on Indigenous Ojibwe ways of knowing, which instilled in me a deep reconnection with the Earth and her abundant gifts and lessons. My travels throughout the American West, Europe, South America, and India further sparked this passion for nature as powerful form of therapy as well as the potential of psychedelic assisted therapy as a powerful healing modality. After receiving my Master’s degree in Couples and Family therapy from the University of Oregon I continue to provide mental health care to individuals, couples, and families that integrate movement, play, creative expression, and the natural world.