BIOGRAPHY

I am a Social Worker who has practiced psychotherapy for twenty-four years. My educational background includes a BSW from Georgia State University, and, completion of a Graduate Clinical Social Work Program from the University of Georgia School of Social Work. I also have had training through the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project , the Gestalt Institute of Georgia training, and EMDR Training. I have also designed, implemented, and co-led weekend retreats for women with eating disorders, and people with anger, differentiation, and boundary issues. Most recently, I have had the honor of working with US troops and their families at various locations in the US and Germany.

I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers, the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Workers, and the American Academy of Psychotherapy.

In addition to being licensed in the State of Oregon to practice psychotherapy I am also Certified to offer supervision to Master level students and new therapists working on a license.

My private practice is located in Eugene, OR. I work with individuals and couples to help sort out emotional issues that get in the way of making life decisions. My early training was in Family Systems Therapy and I continue to hold the view that our relationships, past and present, can inform our present choices.

During my years of experience I have had the privilege of working with people whose main goal was to know themselves in a deeper way. Often people come to me with specific issues such as:

• grief and loss
• traumas, past and present
• women's issues
• skills to maximize strengths and embrace areas viewed as 'weakness'

Often people come to me because of everyday 'run of the mill stuckness'. I teach self-care and boundaries as important tools that will encourage clients to solve their own problems.

I am currently under contract with several insurance companies to serve their members. I offer a sliding scale fee for people without insurance.

I look forward to meeting you and exploring if my services would be helpful to you.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Bryna Livingston, BSW, LCSW
541-501-3351
brynalivingston@gmail.com