Jeannie Songer, MA — Psychologist in Portland, OR
Address1235 SE Division St #203b OR, Portland, OR 97202
Phone+1503-560-0804
Websitejeanniesonger.com
Jeannie Songer is a psychologist in Portland, Oregon, with a background that includes yoga instruction, offering a unique perspective on the body and nervous system. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in interpersonal neurobiology, drawing from various modalities such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Process Work. Songer is also trained in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), CBT-I for insomnia, and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). She is committed to ongoing anti-racism and anti-oppression work. Songer is a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP) and an active member of professional organizations like the Oregon Psychological Association and the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
Best for
- Individuals seeking mind-body approaches
- Those interested in interpersonal neurobiology
- Clients exploring existential themes
- Individuals with insomnia
| Key services | Individual therapy, Group therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), CBT-I for insomnia, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) |
| Tags | interpersonal neurobiology, sensorimotor psychotherapy, psychodrama, process work, pain reprocessing therapy, cbt-i, safe and sound protocol, group psychotherapy, anti-racism, anti-oppression |
Reviews on Google5.0 · 2 reviews
I train monthly with Jeannie and trust to my core, her work as an individual and group therapist. Her thoughtful attention to individual client needs in combination with a capacity to take action in service to the well-being of the group communities she facilitates is one of the many skills that make her an excellent group therapist. I recommend her wholeheartedly and always think of her when I am looking to refer.
In the dozen years I have known Jeannie as a treasured colleague and a student of interpersonal neurobiology, I have found her to be deeply caring of others, seeking to understand and provide comfort for their wounds in every setting from therapy to personal relationships. Her humility, honesty, and integrity are part of what she offers, along with wisdom, empathy, and gentleness. It's a healing experience to spend time with her.
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