Teresa Syversen, LPC

Teresa Syversen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing on the Oregon Coast with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health and addictions. She has supported people facing a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship and family challenges, parenting difficulties, addictions, ADHD, grief, and the aftereffects of physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Teresa blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive approaches, adapting conversation and treatment plans to fit each person’s specific needs and circumstances. She emphasizes practical skills alongside reflective work to address stress, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, and coping with life changes.

Teresa views the decision to begin therapy as a courageous step and focuses on supporting and empowering people as they pursue a more fulfilling, balanced life. She offers experienced guidance for those navigating addiction recovery, compassion fatigue, or complex mood concerns, and looks forward to working with individuals ready to move toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Teresa often incorporates Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on providing empathetic, nonjudgmental support and helping individuals find their own solutions. This approach is useful for people seeking greater self-understanding, improved relationships, or support during life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT emphasizes practical strategies and skills to change unhelpful thoughts and build coping tools.

For those affected by traumatic experiences, Trauma-Focused Therapy offers targeted strategies to process difficult memories and reduce their impact on daily functioning. This approach is applied with sensitivity to each person’s pace and readiness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Teresa collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access care from home or while traveling. These formats provide flexibility in scheduling and allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent support across different communication styles.