Angelica Nelson
MA, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
She/Her
Angelica became a therapist because she believes in interconnectedness. Relationships are truly at the core of where positive change happens and knowing this truth, Angelica wanted to support others in their healing journey. Angelica understands that if people can strengthen their relationships within themselves, with loved ones and with their community and the world around them through genuineness, authenticity, and a balance of change and acceptance, then the world can be a brighter place. Angelica is grateful to be a small part of this vision through helping others heal and grow.
Before becoming a therapist, Angelica spent almost nine years in various roles working in residential treatment facilities with adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
Angelica has lived in Bend since 2021 because she loves all the beauty that Central Oregon has to offer. Angelica enjoys spending time cooking, playing with her children, exploring new restaurants and snuggling with her dog. Angelica is honored to be a part of her clients’ journey and looks forward to working with current and new clients.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Sonoma State University, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Saint Mary’s College of California, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling
Specialties
Angelica has advanced certification and training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Level I, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and addiction studies.
Angelica works with adults struggling through trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, severe and persistent mental illness, relationship challenges and major life adjustments. A large part of Angelica’s work is in providing couples therapy.
Some Fun Facts About Me
Movie(s) I love:
Love Actually, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Get Hard
Favorite thing to do in Bend:
Explore new food trucks
Favorite quote or personal motto:
Always be a little kinder than necessary
On a day with no obligations, I will be:
Spending the day with my family in the backyard, music on, watching my children and dog play while my husband and I sit in our rocking chairs chatting. It’s my little paradise
Three words that describe me:
Compassionate, giving, loyal
Favorite food to eat out:
Mexican Food
Hobby(ies):
Going to concerts, having dance parties in my living room, and finding new experiences to have with my kids
Favorite weekend destination:
Seaside, OR
My number one bucket list item:
Travel to more countries. I’ve been to Mexico, England and France. Next on my list would be Italy, Scotland or Spain
Favorite food to cook:
Monte Cristos on the Blackstone
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