STILES COUNSELING SERVICES
About Me
My Philosophy
There are seasons in life when the ways we've always coped, or kept moving, no longer work. These moments can invite us to slow down, listen inward, and discover what we truly need. You don't have to do this alone.
I'm honored to walk alongside people through these seasons. Together, we can make sense of what's happening and find a path forward.
My Story
As a life-long Southern Oregonian, with 15+ years public service experience, advocacy and social justice are integral to my practice. My career experience has been diverse, supports my desire to provide a service that's valuable to my community and presents an opportunity to utilize my individual skillset.
I started my career with the Oregon Department of Forestry as a Wildfire Dispatcher. Later, I served as a Dispatcher for the Oregon State Police, providing emergency services for people across the state. I transitioned to work as a visitation facilitator for Child Welfare where I helped DHS involved families maintain their bond and connection during periods of separation.
Following that, I worked in administration for Jackson County Mental Health, helping to develop a robust Mental Health Peer Support program embedded within a crisis unit, providing support for those in urgent need. During this time, I also instructed a Mental Health Peer Support certification course at Rogue Community College.
I hold a B.S in Psychology and a M.S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Oregon University.
I have a wide array of personal experiences which enhance my ability to provide a non-judgmental and encouraging therapeutic atmosphere. Life is complex and precious. It's worth taking the time to examine how we move within the world, to determine how we might bring it into better alignment with our values to add deeper meaning.