Cathryn lamb, LPC
My passion for healing through relationship began in the red rocks of Arizona, just outside of Sedona. I stumbled into a residential staff position at a therapeutic boarding school for adolescents and was quickly captivated. Helping those young people accept themselves and reconnect with their passions, innocence, empathy, and love was an unforgettable experience. From there I ventured to upstate New York where I earned my MS in Mental Health Counseling from University at Albany and continued working with adolescents in the residential setting. In 2008, I moved to Bend, Oregon and accepted a position at New Leaf Academy, where I helped establish their therapeutic department. For 9 years I operated as a primary therapist, before developing and heading up their aftercare program in 2017. Currently, in addition to my time at Ecowellness, I support adolescents and their families navigate the trials and tribulations of transitioning home after significant and intense treatment in a residential setting.
Along with a myriad of mental health struggles and attachment issues, I have a passion for supporting humans in their grieving process. We all experience grief and we all need one another to navigate our way back to balance. Grief is not something we “get over” or work to stop experiencing (that’s not going to happen). Instead, we learn how to ride the waves of joy and sorry life brings us, so we are not taken captive by circumstances outside our control.
Establishing a supportive environment in which a person feels comfortable to be vulnerable is my upmost priority. From there, we can address whatever needs addressing to move toward healing. I am open to meeting with youth, regardless of gender or profile, and their parents/caregivers. My intention is to support the family as a whole, however that is feasible. The ability to create a strong therapeutic relationship and a client’s willingness to engage in this process are two primary factors used to determine if we are a good fit. If it turns out we are not, I am happy to refer you to those who can give you what you need.
Cathryn’s Direct Email: cathryn@ecowellnessbend.com
Ryan Reese, phd
My name is Ryan Reese and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Bend, Oregon. After completing my B.S. at Western Washington University I went on to complete my masters degree in School Counseling & Guidance with an additional emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Florida. I completed my PhD at UNC-Greensboro in Counseling & Counselor Education. In addition to my LPC, I maintain credentials as a Licensed School Counselor (Oregon), National Certified Counselor, EMDR-certified therapist, and Approved Clinical Supervisor. I also received a certificate in psilocybin assisted therapy from Fluence. At EcoWellness, I take a harm reduction approach in helping clients explore and make meaning of their psychedelic experiences.
A big piece of my growth and healing has occurred through immersing and exploring rivers and the natural landscapes that surround them. My change was also facilitated through the people in my life who supported and challenged me to grow. These experiences and relationships inspired me to become a professional counselor and later develop the EcoWellness counseling approach. I have a therapy dog, Bristol. She is a hypoallergenic, 25-pound labradoodle, and she may join us from time to time if you or your loved one might benefit from her presence.
Ryan’s Direct Email: ryan@ecowellnessbend.com