Adults, Kids, Families
English, Spanish
In-Person Therapy, Virtual Therapy
Accepting New Clients
Daytime, Evening, Weekdays, Weekends
Insurance Accepted: Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Moda, Medicaid (OHP CareOregon-Jackson Care Connect and Health Share) and Medicaid (OHP-Open Card)Providence, PacificSource
Sylvia Poareo supports adults, kids and families through anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, life transitions, and childhood trauma. She offers therapy that feels holistic, culturally grounded, and gently supportive, blending mindfulness, somatic work, eco psychology, relational therapy, and elements of Mexican folk healing. Clients often work with Sylvia to release old hurts, reconnect to inner wisdom, and move toward self reclamation and a fuller, more thriving life.
Anxiety and chronic stress that feels hard to shut off
Grief and loss, including big life shifts
Relationship challenges and family or parenting stress
Depression, emotional heaviness, and feeling stuck
Life transitions and identity changes
Childhood trauma and old wounds that still show up today
People describe Sylvia as open, compassionate, gentle, playful, and deeply supportive. Clients often say they feel safe to be vulnerable, explore what hurts, and begin releasing what they have carried for too long. Many people also appreciate her cultural sensitivity and her ability to thoughtfully weave different approaches based on what they need, rather than forcing a one size fits all process.
Sylvia brings extensive experience and a grounded, culturally aware presence that helps people feel comfortable being honest about what they are going through. Her work is rooted in creating a safe space where you can express emotions freely, explore patterns with care, and reconnect with your inner strength. Clients often describe her as having an “elder wisdom” quality that feels calming, steady, and reassuring.
My approach is holistic and relational. I blend mindfulness, somatic support, eco psychology, and culturally sensitive care. That means we focus on both your inner world and your real life, and we move at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
Eco psychology is a nature informed approach that recognizes how deeply our nervous systems respond to the natural world. Depending on your needs, we may use grounding practices, nature based reflection, or body based tools that help you feel more connected, calm, and clear.
Somatic work simply means we pay attention to what your body is holding. Stress, trauma, and grief often live in the nervous system, not just in thoughts. Somatic tools can help you feel safer in your body and release old tension in a gentle way.
My hope is that you feel more compassion for yourself, more connected to your inner wisdom, and more able to respond to life from a grounded place. Over time, many clients feel less ruled by anxiety or old wounds and more able to live with clarity, steadiness, and self trust.
Yes. Sylvia offers in-person and virtual sessions. Scheduling is flexible and can be discussed during intake.
We’re here to help you find the right fit for you! Please complete the simple form below and our Intake Coordinator will be in touch in 1-2 business days to answer any questions you have and book you in for a FREE consultation with the best fit therapist.
By Appointment Only
We offer both in person and virtual appointments. If you come in person, you can get settled in our waiting room until your therapist is ready for you. If you are bringing a child with you, we have a kid friendly play corner with books and toys to help them stay busy.
