Vista Counseling

10/28/2025

After all, true connection is not about how much time you know the other person, but about how willing you are to see and be seen.

Have you ever met someone you instantly clicked with? This spark of friendship usually comes from a reflection of mutual openness and presence. The right energy, intention, and intimacy can form faster than you think when talking to new people with intention. Fast connections don’t have to mean sh...

10/20/2025

As the author of your own story, you have the power to decide where you can go and how it unfolds from here. Every word you speak and decision you make adds a line to the story of the person you’re becoming. The story of your future self is already forming and waiting for you to bring it to life.

You can think of your life as a book in progress – with so many chapters left to be written. While you’re already filled with plenty of experiences, life lessons, and plot twists, there’s even more to come. As the author of your own story, you have the power to decide where you can go...

10/14/2025

Here’s how to practice self-accountability and why it can be the most powerful form of personal growth:

The promises we make to ourselves to wake up earlier, set a boundary, or pursue a certain goal shouldn’t be pushed aside. Instead, we can start holding ourselves accountable to follow through. When we prioritize self-accountability, we begin to see progress not as something that “just happens”...

10/03/2025

Su***de is one of the most difficult topics to talk about. It touches every culture, yet depending on their cultural lens, the way people understand and respond to su***de can vary. At the same time, there are also some powerful similarities that connect us all.

By: Nooshi Ghasedi Su***de is one of the most difficult topics to talk about. It touches every culture, yet depending on their cultural lens, the way people understand and respond to su***de can vary. At the same time, there are also some powerful similarities that connect us all. How Views Differ R...

10/02/2025

The next time you want to tap into your creativity and imagination, don’t look to others for their input. But instead, find a quiet place to focus and look inward for that creative spark.

While collaborating with others can be a great way to bounce ideas and brainstorm, some of the most powerful ideas can happen solo. The next time you want to tap into your creativity and imagination, don’t look to others for their input. But instead, find a quiet place to focus and look inward for...

09/30/2025

As the school year begins, many children and teens experience added stress—new teachers, changing routines, social pressures, and heavier workloads can all take a toll.

Back-to-School Stress Is Real As the school year begins, many children and teens experience added stress—new teachers, changing routines, social pressures, and heavier workloads can all take a toll. For families already managing emotional or behavioral challenges, the back-to-school transition can...

09/26/2025

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, founded in 1979 by families who recognized the urgent need for better understanding and support around mental illness.

Today, NAMI operates through a network of state and local affiliates across the country, offering education, advocacy, and direct support to individuals and families.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, founded in 1979 by families who recognized the urgent need for better understanding and support around mental illness. Today, NAMI operates through a network of state and local affiliates ...

09/25/2025

https://youtu.be/1dvr5zkK6LI We are very excited to announce the opening of our new office in Portland. A labor of love, we couldn't be more excited!

In Portland, we’re fortunate to be led by our wonderful colleague, Leslie Richman, who has helped shape Vista’s presence in the city with warmth, professiona...

09/24/2025

It is life-saving to keep the conversation around su***de going. Having routine check-ins with loved ones surrounding mental health is one way we can prevent su***de and foster an environment of care and compassion.

By : Claire Butcher This article discusses self-harm and su***de. Please see a list of hotlines and resources below if you need to speak to someone. Talking about su***de can be scary. It is taught to us as a taboo topic that should be avoided, driven by myths that people may act on their suicidal.....

09/18/2025

By intentionally shaping the way you think, you can create more space for joy, confidence, and growth in your everyday life. Here are four powerful ways to strengthen your positive thinking.

Positive thinking isn’t about ignoring life’s difficulties or pretending everything is perfect, it’s about developing a mindset that helps you navigate challenges with resilience and hope. By intentionally shaping the way you think, you can create more space for joy, confidence, and growth in ...

09/11/2025

At the heart of that resilience, motivation can come from many sources, such as community, hobbies, and creativity.

Life can test us, but it’s our resilience that propels us to move forward. At the heart of that resilience, motivation can come from many sources, such as community, hobbies, and creativity. Creativity isn’t just limited to those who love the arts – it’s for everyone. When people think of cr...

09/04/2025

A thriving relationship isn’t just by chance – it happens through consistent care, communication, and intentional actions over time. Love is more than just grand gestures. Building small, everyday habits is crucial for strengthening your connection and maintaining that spark with your partner.

A thriving relationship isn’t just by chance – it happens through consistent care, communication, and intentional actions over time. Love is more than just grand gestures. Building small, everyday habits is crucial for strengthening your connection and maintaining that spark with your partner. W...

10/25/2022

Our bodies can be appreciated for all that they can do for us and not just for how we look. Everyone can feel confident in their body and be proud of what they can achieve with the body that they have.

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October 6th is National Plus Size Appreciation Day, which was created in 2017 to celebrate body types in all shapes and sizes. It’s also a time to open the conversation about how body image can affect self-esteem. What is considered plus size? In the clothing industry, size 18 and up is considered...

10/21/2022

When we take the time to educate ourselves about the violence in our communities, we can develop plans to reduce violence. Many organizations strive to put an end to violence and transform social norms.

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By: Betsy Pownall, LPC On October 2nd, we can recognize the International Day of Non-Violence. This day was established in 2007 by the General Assembly to spread the message of non-violence and promote a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding. The basis of non-violence is to achieve social a...

10/20/2022

Don't forget to join Amalia Trieger Thursdays at 11 AM for a gentle yoga practice.

During this class, we will take time to settle into ourselves and release some of the “shoulds” about how our bodies move through the world.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/iFJ350HvzxS

10/19/2022

There is no time for living in a shadow of self-doubt. The time has come to rise and shine and contribute to your best self and humanity. Let’s radiate our loving light, live our best life regardless of shape and size, and embrace our whole, wonder-filled selves.

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By: Jen Champion Many of us feel a sense of body dysphoria at some point in our lives. We judge our human vessel by what it looks like outside and often disregard the brilliant abundance of our human nature inside. We can get stuck under a blanket of doubt, sadness, and stagnation. We have negative....

10/17/2022

There are over 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States, which is something to celebrate. In the US, the trends show a gradual reduction in female breast cancer incidence among women aged 50 and older since 1990.

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By: Tanya Kramer, LPC. This day is celebrated on the third Friday in October every year, so this year it is celebrated on October 21st, 2022. This day was first proclaimed by President Clinton in 1993. On this day, along with throughout the month, women are encouraged to make a mammography appointme...

10/14/2022

Did you know that it is estimated that 1% of the world’s population stutters? That means that there are about 3 million people in the United States who stutter.

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By: Tanya Kramer, LPC. This year’s theme is “Let’s free our voices, speak up, and show our stutter.” Did you know that it is estimated that 1% of the world’s population stutters? That means that there are about 3 million people in the United States who stutter. Some famous people you might...

10/14/2022

Join our talented yoga instructor Amalia Trieger Fridays at noon for a Reflect & Restore yoga practice.

This class is informed by yoga philosophy and spiritual inquiry.

It features embodied practices to support ease at all levels of being.

We hope you’ll find this class a welcoming place to cultivate a resilient mind, body and spirit.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/ys5l50JHz2Q

Taught by our very talented yoga instructor, Amalia Coxe-Trieger. In her words, this class is informed by yoga philosophy and spiritual inquiry,and features embodied practices to support ease at all levels of being: Mental, physical, and emotional. Yoga has been used for centuries to help us engage....

10/12/2022

Don't forget to join Amalia Trieger Thursdays at 11 AM for a gentle yoga practice.

During this class, we will take time to settle into ourselves and release some of the “shoulds” about how our bodies move through the world.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/iFJ350HvzxS

Amalia Coxe-Trieger In this class we will take time to settle into ourselves and to release some of the “shoulds” about how our bodies move through the world. Dominant culture pushes narratives on us about how we ought to think, love, look, eat, work, perform, and relate to one another. More and...

10/08/2022

Do you ever get stuck in the same patterns just because it’s easy or convenient

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Do you ever find yourself running on autopilot? Do you ever get stuck in the same patterns just because it’s easy or convenient If so, you are not alone. Comfort zones may be comfortable. But some of the best opportunities may be hiding behind comfort. You have what it takes to break the pattern a...

10/06/2022

Join in with Jen and friends, Ellana and Kaia for kids yoga.

Practice calming down, warming up, balancing in tree pose and sliding into splits.

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Join in with Jen and friends, Ellana and Kaia for kids yoga. Practice calming down, warming up, balancing in tree pose and sliding into splits.

10/06/2022

Don't forget to join Amalia Trieger Thursdays at 11 AM for a gentle yoga practice.

During this class, we will take time to settle into ourselves and release some of the “shoulds” about how our bodies move through the world.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/iFJ350HvzxS

10/04/2022

Don't forget to join Jen Champion Tuesday's for All Levels Yoga at 12 PM.

This practice will be a quick mid-day reset to help you feel centred, energized and ready for the rest of your day.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/MAkJ50KkuB8

09/30/2022

Join our talented yoga instructor Amalia Trieger Fridays at noon for a Reflect & Restore yoga practice.

This class is informed by yoga philosophy and spiritual inquiry.
It features embodied practices to support ease at all levels of being.

We hope you’ll find this class a welcoming place to cultivate a resilient mind, body and spirit.

Register Here: http://ow.ly/ys5l50JHz2Q

Taught by our very talented yoga instructor, Amalia Coxe-Trieger. In her words, this class is informed by yoga philosophy and spiritual inquiry,and features embodied practices to support ease at all levels of being: Mental, physical, and emotional. Yoga has been used for centuries to help us engage....

09/26/2022

An important new resource for those experiencing thoughts of su***de. Help is just a phone call away. Dial 988 to reach the crisis line to talk with experienced people that can help. #988

09/26/2022

Our Vista therapists headed out in their community in Portland this weekend to spread messages of hope during Su***de prevention month.