About Me

Hi, I’m McKinlee—a Professional Counseling Associate and I am excited to work with you! I am passionate about people and being able to connect as they embark on their therapeutic journey. I believe it is essential to cultivate a safe and inviting space for people as therapy can be a vulnerable experience at times, emotional safety is a priority! I work with adolescents (12+), young adults, and adults, and have experience working with anxiety, depression, substance use and addiction, difficulty with life transitions and interpersonal effectiveness. No experience or struggle is insignificant, and it is important to me that those I work with can feel that in session.

How I Work

I understand and believe that everyone benefits from different types of therapy, which is why I find it important to have a variety of objectives and interventions as we explore what will suit your needs best. It is important to me that those I work with feel they have autonomy in their goals and in the interventions used; therapy should be collaborative, person-centered and client-driven! I draw from a variety of modalities, including:

• Mindfulness-Based Practices

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) / Parts Work

• Trauma-Informed Care

• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM)

• Motivational Interviewing

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Solution Focused Therapy

• Emotionally Focused Therapy

Clinical Orientation

The strengths-based approach is the foundation in the work I do with people and to focus on increasing resiliency throughout life’s challenges. I am an advocate for bottom-up therapy and somatic experiencing to increase the mind-body connection and focus on grounding.

Who I Work With

I currently work with individuals ages 12 and older and it is important that people of all backgrounds feel safe and accepted within our sessions.

Sessions & Availability

I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions based out of our Beaverton office. I am available Wednesday-Saturday, and I hope that we are able to find a time that suits your needs.

Insurance & Rates

I accept the following insurance plans:

• Kaiser

• Blue Cross Blue Shield

• Pacific Source

• Aetna

• Providence

• Cash Pay

A Bit About Me

Outside of sessions, I am sometimes (most times) found crafting delicious baked goods. The Great British Baking Show is my all-time comfort show. I also love to read, travel, be with my family, and of course love to spend time with my sweet Shetland Sheepdog, my shadow who loves to herd me whether we are at home, at the beach or at the park.