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Morene Jen , MA, LPC
Morene is accepting new clients.
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Biography
I believe that who we are today is shaped by a combination of our past experiences, relationships, and cultural influences. By exploring these areas, we can gain deeper insight into why we think, feel, and act the way we do. I help clients understand the roots of their experiences, how their upbringing has shaped their choices, relationships, and self-perception, and how they can use this understanding to foster meaningful change.
I want to create a space where you feel safe, accepted, and heard without judgment. I'm here to listen to your story and explore how you relate to yourself, others, and the world around you. If we decide we're a good fit to work together, my goal is to support you in understanding your thoughts and feelings and to collaborate on meaningful, realistic goals for change.
Areas of focus and strengths:
- Anxiety
- Codependency
- Emotional Regulation and Coping Skills
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Premarital/Marital/Relationship Issues
- Self-esteem
- Stress Reduction
- Trauma
My approach integrates Family Systems Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, these modalities help cultivate present-moment awareness, challenge unhealthy thought patterns, and encourage clients to live in alignment with their values.
A little bit about me: I’m licensed to practice counseling in the State of Oregon. I hold a master’s degree in Counseling from Western Seminary and a master’s degree in Education from University of California, Davis. My background as a high school teacher gives me a unique perspective on the pressures faced by both students and parents. It was through these experiences, coupled with my own growth journey, that I transitioned to the counseling field. I’ve had the privilege of working with clients across a wide range of ages—from elementary school children to adults—in both group practice and school-based settings.
I was born and raised in San Francisco, but moved to Oregon to enjoy time away from the city. In my free time, I like to go on peaceful walks with my family and practice my creativity through drawing or knitting.
