Sarina Sandstrom Lynn, MA

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Hi, I’m Sarina, and it’s great to meet you.

Whether you’re a child feeling overwhelmed by big emotions, a teen caught in the whirlwind of school and social pressure, or an adult juggling responsibilities while trying to hold it all together — you’re not alone.

I work with children (5+), adolescents, and adults who often feel like they have to be “on” all the time — high-achievers, perfectionists, deep feelers, and those whose bodies have carried more than their fair share through chronic illness or medical trauma. If you’re feeling anxious, stuck, burnt out, or just plain tired, therapy can be a place to breathe, reflect, and reset.

My approach is strengths-based and person-centered, which means I genuinely believe you are the expert of your own story. I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, curiosity, and a little sense of humor. I’m also trauma-informed, so your safety, trust, and readiness guide the pace of our work — always. When helpful, I incorporate nature-based, play-based and/or mindfulness practices to support healing and reconnection with your own internal compass.

I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Master’s in counseling in 2022 and I have served clients both as a school counselor and as a therapist in Minnesota and Oregon. I bring a detailed knowledge of the school system to my work. I have experience working with a broad range of client backgrounds, ethnicities and lived experiences.

I’m a professional counselor associate in Oregon, currently working toward my licensure, and supervised by Richard Clark, LPC. When I’m not working, I enjoy exploring the best urban nature the Portland area has to offer, as well as expressing myself through playing the guitar and moving my body in dance and yoga.

My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and maybe even a little lighter when you leave than when you came in. Whether we’re building coping skills, exploring past experiences, or simply learning to breathe again, I’m here to support your journey with compassion and authenticity.

Let’s work together to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and like yourself again.

Teletherapy and in-person. Works with ages 5+.

(971) 232-0306 in the Tigard office
(503) 286-7909 (fax)

sarina@energymatterspdx.com

 

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