Holistic Therapy
TO IMPROVE OVERALL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH

Relaxation, breathing, and visualization exercises, mindfulness meditation and hypnosis to help individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and physical challenges.

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Dr. Gary P. Monkarsh

My Therapy Philosophy

My therapy philosophy involves a holistic approach to treatment that takes into account a person's mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. I developed a strong interest in the mind-body health connection while studying for my Bachelor's degree in Psychobiology.

I expanded my knowledge of the mind-body connection when I attended medical school for one year before entering graduate training in clinical and counseling psychology.

Cognitive Behavioral and Family Therapy for
Individuals, Couples & Families

Telehealth

I offer counseling & therapy services with an online video system for patients whenever it is helpful.

In-Network Provider for these insurance plans

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • PacificSource

I also see Out of Network patients

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Skills & Methods

  • ADHD Assessment and Treatment
  • Couple’s Counseling
  • Family Therapy
  • Gottman based Marital Therapy Methods
  • Hypnosis
  • Life Coaching
  • Mental Health Screening
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Psychological Evaluations
  • Psychotherapy
  • Solution Focused
  • Parent Counseling
  • Communication Skills Training
  • PTSD Assessment and Treatment
  • Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
  • Assessment and Treatment of Depressive Disorders
  • Mastering Emotionally Intelligent Communication

Population Served

  • Adolescent (11 to 14)
  • Adolescent (15 to 18)
  • Adult (18 to 59)
  • Child (5 to 10)
  • Couple
  • Elder (60+)
  • Family
  • Infant to 4 (parenting)
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9 Therapeutic Factors in the
Treatment of ADHD

  • Dr. Gary P. Monkarsh & Associates

    Achieve healthy, daily, stable nutritious eating patterns; sleep schedule, and regular aerobic exercise, in which one sleeps a minimum of 7-8 hours a night, eats protein breakfast and lunch meals and exercises aerobically at least 20-30 minutes a day.

    For teens and adults, it is critical to be aware of tendencies to self-soothe with alcohol, drugs, or other distractors such as video gaming, social media, and excessive spending as a way to avoid facing one's challenges in life....

  • Dr. Gary P. Monkarsh & Associates

    Increase the level of structure completing basic activities of daily living at home, school, and work.

    Examples of increasing structure in one’s life include utilizing calendars, alarms, and check-lists to ensure that tasks are completed in a thorough and successful manner, as well as employing tutors, study buddies, spouses, siblings, or parents to provide needed structure...

Assessment and Treatment Of ADHD in Kids, Teens, College Students and Adults

I am passionate about my work with ADHD kids, teens, and adults because ADHD can have devastating effects on one's home life, academic performance, occupational functioning, and overall physical health.
For example, individuals suffering from ADHD have significantly lower socioeconomic status, higher rates of unemployment, increased medical problems, substance abuse, motor vehicle accidents, and unplanned pregnancies than the non-ADHD population....
(see full article linked below)

Dr. Gary P. Monkarsh & Associates

Affiliations
Professional Affiliations / Activities

American Psychological Association
Oregon Psychological Association
American Mental Health Alliance-Oregon

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