ABOUT

Journeys Toward Healing is Otoniel or "Toni" Calderon (he/they), a Professional Counselor Associate, located in Portland, Oregon. I identify as Latino/e, gay, mostly CIS/non-binary, and as a first generation American of Mexican descent. I am bilingual and can provide services in both English & Spanish.

Philosophy and Approach: I believe that every person has within them the potential for healing and growth, while sometimes needing the support of a caring and knowledgeable trusted professional in overcoming any barriers towards those goals. I provide a person-centered approach tailoring therapeutic techniques to meet each individual’s unique needs.

Formal Education & Training: I received my master’s degree in counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I received training through two internships at Alpha Home, an addiction treatment center along with my practicum at the UTSA Sarabia Family Counseling Center, both located in San Antonio, TX. I have also been trained by MAPS in MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy & by InnerTrek in Psilocybin Facilitation. I have been trained in EMDR by the EMDR Institute. I have been trained in Hypnosis by the Oregon Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I am happy to provide evidence of my degree/certifications upon request.

As a Professional Counselor Associate / Registered Associate with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (Board), I abide by its Code of Ethics. I am supervised by Galen Cohen, a Licensed Professional Counselor, which I will be happy to explain.

As a client of an Oregon Professional Counseling Associate / Registered Associate, you have the following rights:

To expect that a Professional Counselor Associate / Registered Associate has met the qualifications of training and experience required by state law;
To examine public records maintained by the Board and to have the Board confirm credentials of a Professional Counselor Associate / Registered Associate;
To obtain a copy of the Code of Ethics (Oregon Administrative Rules 833-100);
To report complaints to the Board;
To be informed of the cost of professional services before receiving the services;
To be assured of privacy and confidentiality while receiving services as defined by rule or law, with the following exceptions: 1) Reporting suspected child abuse; 2) Reporting imminent danger to you or others; 3) Reporting information required in court proceedings or by your insurance company, or other relevant agencies; 4) Providing information concerning Professional Counselor Associate / Registered Associate case consultation or supervision; and 5) Defending claims brought by you against me;
To be free from being the object of discrimination on any basis listed in the Code of Ethics while receiving services.

You may contact the Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists at:

3218 Pringle Rd SE, #120, Salem, OR 97302-6312

Telephone: (503) 378-5499

Email: lpct.board@mhra.oregon.gov

For additional information about this Professional Counselor Associate / Registered Associate, consult the Board’s website at: www.oregon.gov/OBLPCT