David ‘Day’ Adams
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
he/him
I chose to pursue the work of relational therapy under the spell of a great curiosity and love for the diverse lives and relationships of this world. Partly this love and curiosity emerged from my own learning about how to navigate life and relationships as a man, in a society that has a wide variance of ideas about what that means. Through personal relationships, education and clinical training, my own therapeutic experiences, and the many conversations with people I work with, I’m centering the idea that meaningful connection is the central element to living the lives we want to live.
Some of my loves in this life: Swimming in lakes, rivers, and the sea. The many creatures of this world. Waking up slowly in the quiet mornings with a cup of coffee. To sit comfortably in silence with people I care about. To imagine, write, and reflect. Dreams and dreaming - one of the most compellingly creative aspects of being alive.
who i work with
couples/partnerships having difficulty connecting and communicating in preferred ways
adult family relationships (siblings, parent/child) who are wanting to heal hurts and feel closer
individuals wanting support navigating relationships in preferred ways, or seeking individual therapy to support couples therapy
people struggling to engage meaningfully in their lives
men wanting to explore life experiences and ideas around masculinity with a male therapist
folks engaged in creative or organizing work who are navigating feelings of burnout and hopelessness
therapeutic style
I practice narrative therapy in a warm, conversational, and practical way, often incorporating writing of some kind. I believe therapy is a collaborative process in pursuit of preferred ways of living, facilitating different kinds of attention and experience. I'll accompany you in your search for understanding and welcome your curiosity, feelings, and reflections into our conversations. I'm here to help you articulate, center, and communicate what you value and cherish in this life. I aim to support and nourish relationships to people, places, and the meaningful stories of our lives. Where you head is up to you, but I work to help you find the skills and knowledges necessary to move in that direction with resilience, flexibility, and in connection with others.
background
I have a Master’s Degree in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling. My coursework included major systemic therapeutic models, human development and family life cycles, equity in relational therapy, human sexuality, and assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for individuals, couples, families, and groups. I have additional training in psychological first aid and suicide assessment. I have completed graduate-level narrative therapy training through the Evanston Family Therapy Center. My clinical work has been at the Lewis & Clark Community Counseling Center, Lutheran Community Services NW, and in private practice. Prior to graduate school, I was engaged in the training and practice of holistic peer counseling and as a labor organizer.
therapeutic poetics
I offer both shorter-term (3-12 sessions) and longer-term forms of relational narrative therapy that center different kinds of writing practices, including letters. Please let me know if you are interested in discussing this approach.
getting started
If you feel like we could be a good fit, please reach out. I offer free 20-minute virtual consultations. I currently offer virtual therapy services for people based in Oregon, with some limited in-person availability.
I offer therapy services on a sliding scale from $120 to $185 per session for individuals and relationships. Consider paying a higher fee on this scale if you're able, as this allows me to offer lower-cost therapy to people with less access to financial resources.
I have other lower-cost spots available. These spots include a $40-$80 sliding scale through Open Path Collective, as well as spots at $65 and $90.
contact
David Adams, MA, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (#R7823)
Supervised by Paula Emerick, LMFT
Day Goodnow Relational Therapy LLC
david@inbetweentherapycollective.com
