Jon Keyes, Licensed Professional Counselor

I am a licensed professional counselor and herbalist with an emphasis on holistic ways of helping people suffering from mental and emotional distress. Along with my wife Kate Kirkham (acupuncturist), we created Hearthside Healing, a home based practice devoted to helping people heal holistically. My practice is focused on helping people uncover their blocks, move through deep challenges and transform through therapy. I often take a somatic and trauma informed approach to helping people with distress.

In my twenties, I attended The Evergreen State College and hold a BS in Health Sciences and Botanical Medicine from there. From 1996-98 I apprenticed with Joyce Netishen, a master herbalist. In 2005 I graduated from Portland State University with a Masters in Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I am also a certified Health Coach and received my training from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in 2013.

In 2007, I helped start the Montavilla Farmers Market because I believe that what we eat, and where the food comes from is a key aspect to a healthy community. I saw the positive impact that bringing local farmers and whole fresh foods had on my neighborhood. As a holistic therapist, I believe that whole foods, exercise, healthy relationships and positive lifestyle choices are key foundations for good mental health.

I have also worked as a therapist in an acute hospital setting with people diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses. Because of my work in that setting I am adept at helping people who are looking at both a holistic and a psychiatric way of examining emotional wellbeing. I am also adept at working with people in crisis and how to help people navigate extreme states. For some, the psychiatric approach has not been helpful and they are looking to incorporate holistic tools for working through emotional distress.

As a holistic and trauma informed counselor, I offer a warm and safe environment to gather insight, and develop the tools to help integrate and resolve the challenges in your life. I view myself as an ally, gently and compassionately encouraging each individual to take the steps to help themselves heal. I believe each one of us often knows the best steps they can take to help them feel their strongest, but that sometimes we need support, encouragement and accountability to take those steps. My role as a therapist is to support you to walk your healthiest path.