Anissa is currently enrolled in an advanced certification program for Relationship and Sex Therapy at the Modern Sex Therapy Institute, ensuring that she stays at the forefront of therapeutic practices. Her extensive experience allows her to help clients with a wide range of issues that can arise in relationships, from communication challenges to sexual health and pleasure.
Communication is central to any healthy relationship. At Carnelian Counseling in Portland, Oregon, Anissa works with clients to practice expressing their needs and feelings openly. We also focus on building conflict management skills and helping partners navigate disagreements in a constructive manner based on understanding and empathy.
Understanding your relationship values is crucial for long-term success. Together, we will define what matters most to you and your partner, developing a shared vision for the future. This process can help clarify goals and family planning, ensuring that partners are aligned in their desires for the relationship.
Relationships can be profoundly affected by breaches of trust, trauma, and loss. At Carnelian Counseling, clients have a supportive environment to address these challenges, heal from past wounds, and rebuild trust. Anissa’s approach is strength-based, trauma-informed, and customized to each individual’s needs, allowing for a safe exploration of difficult emotions.
Sexuality is a vital aspect of many relationships, but one that is often complicated. Whether you’re experiencing a mismatch in desire levels, exploring sexual or gender identity, or seeking to increase sexual pleasure and satisfaction, our therapy sessions are designed to destigmatize sex and reduce sexual shame. Anissa encourages curiosity and exploration, helping you discover what brings you joy and fulfillment.
For those interested in non-monogamous relationships, Anissa provides guidance on navigating this dynamic in a healthy and consensual way.
