Cathryn lamb, LPC

My passion for supporting children and families has fueled my work for over 15 years. Each family is a unique system and each system requires a unique approach. My career began by working intensely with high-risk adolescents. While it was/is a beautiful process, I couldn’t ignore the repeated message of how important it is to support the family as a whole. Thus, my desire shifted to providing space for families to navigate through life’s challenges and tribulations together. This can be achieved in a myriad of ways and I’m here to offer guidance as warranted.

People often inquire about my “theoretical orientation” and I generally respond “I’m eclectic”, which to me is a fancy ways of saying I am a compilation of many things. I utilize my schooling, professional development and experience, and life as a human to inform my approach. While we are all different, we are all much the same, and I am no better or worse than any other. Sometimes it takes a village to tackle life’s challenges and I’m honored to be considered part of your village, for a time.

Currently, I offer therapy for youth, regardless of gender or profile, in conjunction with parent coaching to support the family as a whole. My scope of practice includes a myriad of mental health struggles and attachment issues.

Additionally, I am passionate about 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.

Creating a safe place for healing is largely dependent upon feeling safe, feeling seen and feeling supported. Establishing this supportive environment is my upmost priority, regardless of whether you come for grief work or parent coaching or to address any number of life’s challenges. 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.

Thanks for reading a little about me and I look forward to hearing a bit about you.

Cathryn’s Direct Email: cathryn@ecowellnessbend.com

Ryan Reese, phd

My name is Ryan Reese, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Bend, Oregon. After earning my B.S. from Western Washington University, I completed my master’s degree in School Counseling & Guidance with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Florida, and later a Ph.D. in Counseling & Counselor Education at UNC-Greensboro. In addition to my LPC, I’m a Licensed School Counselor (Oregon), a National Certified Counselor, an EMDR-certified therapist, and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I also hold a certificate in psilocybin‑assisted therapy from Fluence and draw on a harm‑reduction framework to help clients safely explore and integrate psychedelic experiences when appropriate.

A big part of my own growth and healing has come from immersing myself in rivers and the natural landscapes around them, and from the people in my life who have supported and challenged me. These experiences inspired me to become a professional counselor and to develop the EcoWellness counseling approach. I also have a therapy dog, Bristol—a hypoallergenic 25‑pound labradoodle—who may join us if her presence could benefit you or your loved one.

If you’re ready to move beyond performance‑based burnout culture and embrace a life that’s beautifully unbalanced, I’m here to help. I blend evidence‑based practice with a warm, relational approach, drawing from CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EcoWellness and mindfulness. I specialize in trauma‑informed care, depression, anxiety, grief and major life transitions. While we can't change your circumstances, we’ll work with what's present to build resilience, calm your nervous system and realign your actions with your values. With over 15 years of experience and navigating my own lived challenges, I know healing isn’t linear. I invite you to reach out when you’re ready to explore new ways of thinking, feeling and being.

Ryan’s Direct Email: ryan@ecowellnessbend.com