Meet Your Therapist
Carley Irwin, LPC, is a clinical mental health counselor who works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, sexuality concerns, and complex relational dynamics. She approaches client care through an attachment-based perspective, with an emphasis on understanding patterns that shape current relationships and emotional responses.
Carley began her clinical journey supporting survivors of domestic violence through crisis intervention services. She later worked with adults with developmental disabilities, where she developed a deep appreciation for individualized, one-on-one therapeutic support. Carley is currently working towards certification as a sex therapist.
She approaches clients with curiosity and collaboration, helping clients gain insight into recurring themes and move toward more grounded and connected ways of relating.
Master of Education in
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Portland State University
Approaches to Treatment
Every individual and couple requires a unique treatment. My clinical approach utilizes the following counseling theories, philosophies, and interventions as is appropriate for the client.
Attachment Theory
Trauma Therapy
Somatic Approaches
Psychodynamic
Relational Therapy
Existentialism
Valerian
(valeriana officinalis)
latin root word “valere”
meaning to be
strong and healthy
Oh, valerian, such a vibrant plant. I wanted to name my practice after a plant I have a personal relationship with and one that holds value in my own life. I grow this flower in my backyard and each year when she emerges her scent overpowers the whole garden. She grows tall with strong, prominent arms and large tuffs of flowers. Her roots are used medicinally, often added to a tea to aid in sleep. But be wary, her dried roots are pungent and have an unpleasant odor and taste.
She lives in a plant category called nervines which are herbs that support, nourish, and calm the nervous system. Some of her nervine companions are skullcap, lemon balm, chamomile, and milky oats, to name a few.
To the gardeners among us, her characteristic of strength should not be overlooked… this beauty will spread her flowers without holding back. She’s not trying to make herself small for anyone.
