Newberg Counseling & Wellness

09/24/2025

"Are you avoiding living by always thinking you need to learn more first? Are you swimming in insight but still swimming in circles?"

Our very own Lynn Otto, LPC shares her insights on how people are using AI and other technology innovations for mental health. Rich with helpful insights and resources that go beyond the surface level, you'll want to read this one!

Are you avoiding living by always thinking you need to learn more first? Are you swimming in insight but still swimming in circles?

09/17/2025

🌟I had so much fun dialoguing with the thoughtful students of Catalyst High School about the pros and cons of the school cell phone ban in Oregon.

🗣We talked about the nuances of different kinds of phone use, concerns about safety in school emergencies and contact with parents, the issue of distraction during instruction, cyber bulling and awkward social interactions.

🧠We had an active discussion about the nervous system, sleep, and research about social media use and mental health. We even talked about being bored, creativity and how to be an introvert without a phone at lunch. I loved every second of it. What great students and teachers! Thanks to Connie Rice for the invite!👩‍🏫

09/16/2025

It's mid-September, a great time to get your counseling routine in place. We just opened up a few spots! Call 503-994-8424

07/18/2025

Did you know that summer is the easiest time to get established with a counselor? Counselors often have more open slots in the summer time due to client vacations. If you are looking for a counselor, it will be much harder to find an open slot in the fall. Don't wait!

07/08/2025

Meet our newest counselor Abby Roos, LPC! 😀

👉Abby offers therapy in Spanish and English and sees adults in person (at our Newberg office) and via telehealth.

🫶She specialize in working with clients with trauma, grief, and those looking for faith-based counseling (not required to work with Abby).

🗣 Abby can also work with those experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and stress. Call our office today to book an appointment with Abby ☎️ 503-994-8424.

Want to know more about Abby? click the link to view her web profile.

Abby Roos, LPC specializes in working with adult clients who are struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and life transitions.

06/12/2025

FOR THE DADS ON FATHER'S DAY. In my training perinatal mental health, I was floored to learn that dads can experience and be diagnosed with postpartum depression. I assumed wrongly that this was only something that could happen to the birthing partner. Turns out, dads experience hormone changes when a baby is born and goodness knows that the life change of having a new baby is A LOT for dads and moms. But somehow dads get left out of the conversation and care. DADS, YOU MATTER. 🥰 You are loved.

Sharing some resource for postpartum dads and dads in general this Father's Day! Click the link.🙂

Society views men as stoic, self-sacrificing, and strong. When men feel none of those things as new fathers, it might be hard to admit it or seek help. The stigma in experiencing difficulties as a new parent is sometimes greater for men than women. To support new fathers, we have curated a list of r

06/09/2025

The American Psychological Association gives some great recommendations about AI use for kids. Check out the link.

We trust the APA to give us timely and informed recommendations based on research. If you are the parent of child or teen, or you are a grandparent or educator or a just a curious person, this is worth reading. There are many helpful links included as well.

https://www.apa.org/topics/artificial-intelligence-machine-learning/health-advisory-ai-adolescent-well-being?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=apa-ai&utm_content=health-advisory-ai-adolescent-well-being&fbclid=IwY2xjawK0UuFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4V1RGZU1qYU9wNzFvZ1Q5AR5--4pGAw9Ham6G17lmzFb0NS9I80no-N_JGhlTmmsvoA78pAAA_t4q0-swLg_aem_OGUmHxJ7g_qYyapgDbjUpw

AI use is expanding rapidly, with increasing adoption among youth. This report offers a series of recommendations for ensuring adolescents’ safety and well-being while using AI tools.

05/16/2025

✨That feeling when you finally find a therapist who gets you✨

Photo by Christa Eans Photography

05/08/2025

Hey Moms, is it possible we are doing too much? Check out our latest article ✅ for ideas and tips!

I have talked with hundreds of moms in my counseling office over the years and there’s one theme that keeps coming up for moms: an utter exhaustion and feelings of anger that others are not helping enough at home.

04/23/2025

We promise to protect your privacy:
Some of our clients have shared concerns that changes in our federal government may lead to their private counseling records being shared with governmental entities or they may be used to place them on "registries" according to diagnosis and other characteristics.

Newberg Counseling & Wellness will NOT participate in any effort to compromise your privacy and will continue to hold the highest standards possible regarding HIPAA and Counselor and Social Worker ethics.

We also will continue to advocate for your privacy rights and for the protection of mental health treatment for all. This makes us different than tech mental health start ups and other online mental health companies who are often willing to sell your information to the highest bidder and exploit the providers who work for them. You are not a data point. You are a person we care about.

We are driven by the values of respect, integrity and excellence. We promise to protect your privacy.

04/14/2025

If you have Providence Health Plan insurance or Yamhill County Care Organization (OHP) insurance, don't miss the chance to get on Rebecca's schedule! She is now in network.

Rebecca enjoys working with adults, teens and their families. She has more than ten years of experience practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

04/02/2025

We are hiring for a part-time Intake Coordinator! 🎈Want to join our awesome team and make a difference in your community? 🌟See comments for the Indeed link 📋.

Details 👉https://newbergcounselingandwellness.com/work/