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Sabrina Walters, M.A., LMFT, LPC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Sabrina is a Gottman Certified Therapist & Trainer and she holds a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from George Fox University and a Bachelors of Science in Music from Linfield College. Major coursework includes human growth and development, family and couples counseling, multicultural counseling, drug and alcohol counseling, spirituality, Gottman Couples Therapy, and the Core Values Index™. She has been practicing therapy since 2004 and continues to enjoy helping couples and individuals thrive in their lives.
Sabrina is passionate about the development of skills and practices in others and fulfills this passion in training counselors and coaches in the use of the Core Values Index™. She also trains therapists for the Gottman Institute and presents to couples the Art and Science of Love created by the Gottman’s. She has a served as an adjunct professor in the Masters in Counseling program at George Fox University. Recently, Sabrina and several team members have been certified in EMDR, which is an evidence based approach for trauma.
Sabrina and Eric have been married since 1982 and enjoy spending time with their 3 boys, their wives and their 6 grandchildren. They have fond memories together of raising their children partly in Poland, which gives them a unique perspective of traveling, living abroad and how culture can impact a marriage. Sabrina and Eric consistently make time to go out on dates and continue fostering a healthy marriage, you’re likely to spot them dining at a local gluten-free restaurant.
Bryan Lewellen, Licensed Professional Counselor
Marriage, Couples & Family, Individual Counseling
Bryan Lewellen is a licensed professional counselor with the State of Oregon. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Grace College and Theological Seminary. Bryan has completed the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. One of Bryan’s main focuses is helping couples develop, improve, and/or heal in their relationships.
Bryan has many experiences that he brings to Core Values Counseling which include having been a youth pastor, an officer and administrator in the juvenile justice system, resident director at a university, serving as a high school athletic director, and coach of a state champion basketball team.
Bryan and his wife have 6 children and 11 grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family.
Bryan believes that people deserve an opportunity to seek help for personal healing and growth, as well as maneuvering through life while having the best possible interactions with their most important relationships. Bryan has a desire to see people live their best lives for themselves and with others. He has a keen interest in seeing people strive and thrive in their marriages.
Jessica Mendies, Licensed Professional Counselor
Marriage, Couples & Family, Children, Adolescent Counseling
Jessica holds a Masters of Arts degree in Counseling from The Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling (2021) and a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Neuroscience (2003). Her major coursework includes human development, trauma, attachment, multicultural diversity within families, character development and anxiety and depression. She is a Certified Gottman Therapist and holds additional certifications in Trust Based Relational Intervention, Child Centered Play Therapy, and Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts.
Jessica has experience working with children, teens, individuals and couples who find themselves walking through grief, trauma and relationally challenging events. She believes character growth and relationship health develop through healing connections where it is safe to explore and process one’s internal world. Jessica has personally enjoyed traveling and living abroad, raising and homeschooling her five kids and going on outdoor adventures with friends.
Minah Oh, Professional Counselor Associate
Marriage, Couples and Individual Counseling
Minah is a Professional Counselor Associate and has obtained the M.A. in Counseling from Western Seminary; she has completed a B. A. in Political Science from McGill University, Canada. Her coursework focus has included studies in Human development, Marriage/Family counseling, Integrative issues in Counseling, and Career/ Lifestyle counseling. Minah has received advanced training through Gottman Level 2 in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
She is a multicultural therapist who is originally from Seoul, South Korea and has lived in many different countries such as South Korea, USA, Canada, Japan, and Malaysia.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with her young son and meeting new people, who are often from other cultures. She also loves traveling to many different countries.
Katrina Berquist, Professional Counselor Associate
Individual Counseling
Katrina has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health from Grand Canyon University. She was previously an RN, BSN having graduated from Linfield College and worked in inpatient oncology, long-term care and hospice case management.
Katrina has a wealth of life experience. She has three grown children and a husband of 30+ years in addition to her work as a nurse. She has been heavily invested in youth group volunteering/mentoring, spent a few years homeschooling, has valued her role as encourager/friend and sees herself as a lifelong learner.
Katrina comes to the counseling profession having always been deeply interested in people’s stories and supporting them in growth and healing. She wants people to feel safe and understood. She wants people to feel like their efforts are acknowledged and celebrated. Katrina has experienced “being on the therapy couch” herself and values the objectivity, perspective and new skill sets that it can bring. She has a special place in her heart for healthcare providers, first responders, teachers and clergy.
In her leisure time, Katrina enjoys gardening, reading, dancing to 80’s music with her hubby, hanging out with her adult kids, exercising, crafting and having tea with friends.
Michael Hafner, Graduate Student Intern
Marriage, Family, and Adolescent Counseling
Mike is a candidate for the Master of Arts in Counseling from Western Seminary. He holds a Master of Divinity graduate degree from Multnomah University as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Theological Studies. Mike has completed through Level 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Mike has spent over a decade serving as a youth pastor in the local church context providing discipleship and leadership skills to youth and their families. He has also spent time working in both inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings for adolescents where he has helped teenagers struggling with a variety of mental health concerns.
He believes all people are capable of change and growth. His aim is to come alongside the client(s) in their journey and help them navigate the areas of life where they are seeking change. Mike has also been trained in family systems therapy and seeks to help families thrive in their relational dynamics.
Mike has been married since 2012, and they have three daughters. In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights, spending time with friends and family, and drinking coffee.
Elizabeth Gann, Graduate Student Intern
Marriage, Family, and Adolescent Counseling
Elizabeth Gann is a Master of Arts in Counseling candidate at Western Seminary. She has a Bachelor of Arts in history from Hillsdale College.
Elizabeth has a wide range of experiences, including time spent in the nonprofit organizations, an Interpretive Park Ranger, and a volunteer coordinator for the National Park Service. She is a homeschooling mom, an online bookseller, an active duty military spouse and an engaged community volunteer.
Elizabeth brings warmth, empathy to the counseling room and a deep respect for the innate strengths and gifts of every person. She considers it an honor to sit alongside her clients, listening to their stories and supporting them in the work of change. She has experience working with individuals struggling with addiction, domestic violence, anxiety and depression, as well as other concerns. Elizabeth has completed through Level 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and particularly enjoys the intersection of counseling and faith.
As an Oregon native, Elizabeth enjoys exploring new places, good coffee, and bookstores. She and her husband, who is retired from the military, have three children and two corgis.
Olivia Ramey, Graduate Student Intern
Couples, Individuals, Teen and Tween Counseling
Olivia Ramey is a Master of Arts in Counseling candidate at Western Seminary. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, with minors in Spanish and Student Ministry, from Geneva College.
Olivia has 10 years of experience working in church ministry and non-profit youth ministry. As a counselor, she enjoys meeting with teens and tweens, young adults and women. She also has experience in sitting with those facing life transitions, spiritual abuse, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss. Olivia has completed through Level 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
She cares deeply about relationships and sitting with others weathering the ups and downs of singleness, friendship, dating, marriage and family relationships. Olivia counts it a privilege to guide and encourage others doing the deep, healing work of counseling. She seeks to create a counseling environment of warmth, safety and even fun. A self-identified “friendly introvert”, Olivia enjoys being active outdoors, cooking a good meal to share and having quiet mornings at home.
Jennifer Hoback, Graduate Student Intern
Marriage, Couples, Children and Adolescent Counseling
Kelly Kwak, Graduate Student Intern
Marriage, Couples and Individual Counseling
Kelly is completing her Master of Arts in Counseling at Western Seminary. Her coursework includes training in marriage and family counseling, multicultural counseling, and integrative issues, among other areas. Kelly has completed through Level 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and Solutions-Focused methods, into the therapeutic process, while drawing on the client’s strengths, values, and goals.
Kelly brings over 25 years of experience serving young adults, retired and aging adults, families, and couples in both ministry and civic settings. She considers it a deep privilege to be invited into an individual’s or couples’ journey—no matter the season of life—and is committed to helping you process your experiences with thoughtful collaboration and respectful curiosity. With a deep appreciation for cultural diversity, she strives to create a welcoming and inclusive space where your unique background and perspectives are honored.
Kelly has been married for over 20 years and is the proud mom of two teenagers. She loves spending time with her family, traveling, sharing deep conversations over a great cup of coffee, and soaking in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
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Eric Walters, M.A., C.T.C.
Eric Walters, M.A., C.T.C.Certified Transformational Coach, Mentor, Educator
Eric is currently a Doctoral candidate for transformational Leadership through Bakke Graduate University. He is a Certified Life Coach with his training through Western Theological Seminary in Portland Oregon. He has a Masters Degree in physical science education from Southern Oregon University and was a Physics teacher from 1984 to 2023, when he retired from teaching. Eric has run multiple private companies since 1986 and is currently the business manager for Core Values Counseling. Eric has also been a High School Basketball/Track Coach for over 30 years and knows how to challenge students of any age to create their future and become the best they can be.
Eric and his wife Sabrina (who is a Marriage and Family Therapist, and trains other therapists in the Gottman method), have also volunteered in many organizations such as Young Life, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Church Youth groups to help mentor students in exploration of their spiritual life.
Eric and Sabrina are both passionate about helping individuals and couples to understand themselves, access their strengths and have the best relationships possible. They have been doing Marriage Retreats and Seminars since 2004 and use Gottman’s Methods Core Values Index (CVI) as the cornerstone of their seminars.
Neurofeedback
Brainpaint is the form of Neurofeedback we offer at Core Values Counseling. If you are looking for help in enhancing your peak performance, fears, trauma, addiction and much more, this may be a method of therapy that would be helpful to you.