about

hi! I'm sylas (he/him).
I'm a white, transmasculine relationship and gender therapist based in portland, oregon. increasing access to mental health services for my community is something I truly value about having my own practice. I have a passion for working with queer and transgender folks of all identities, though anyone who is interested in working with me is welcome to reach out!
I am a registered professional counselor (lpc) associate, and I am supervised by paula emerick, lmft.
some of my favorite things include iced coffee at all times of the year, my cat, ladybird, being in the sun, reading, dancing, spending as much time as I can with people I love, and writing.
my approach
my work is collaborative and client-centered. I want us to define goals together, based off of your own values and what you would like to see in your own life.
I use existential and narrative therapy orientations with concepts from acceptance and commitment therapy.
I am interested in the ways that you define yourself, your relationships and the world. using these perspectives can shed light on the patterns you find yourself in, and help find a way of being that more closely aligns with your values. even the traits about yourself that you like the least are trying to serve a purpose! sometimes we grow past a certain way of coping, and benefit from exploring new options.
human beings are always absorbing and enacting lessons from our families of origin, traumatic experiences, cultural and societal norms. embracing all parts of life, and all parts of yourself, is not about keeping everything the same. in fact, it's about finding freedom from always trying to suppress discomfort.
when we are no longer operating from a place of avoidance, opportunities begin to multiply, and our true self leads. let's find out which paths are serving you, and which ones you may let go.

contact me here to set up a consultation!
**currently accepting clients aged 18+ only**