Ryja (Rylan Jay) Testa (he/him)

PhD
Accepting Clients

Clinical psychologist, transgender man, specialized in working with times of significant transformation and change. Serving OR & CA states.

Psychologist in Portland, OR

Services

About My Clients

Are you going through a time of major transformation or healing? This could mean a shift in gender or sexual identity, spiritual perspective, health status, career, relationship, or a recent loss. When we are thrust into the unknown, finding a new way forward can feel confusing, overwhelming, scary, or overwhelming. You might be unsure of what to do next or worry you have lost your way, or find it hard to trust you will be okay. I specialize in working with people navigating major change.

My Background and Approach

My combined personal and professional paths uniquely prepare me to guide others through times of unknown. I offer counseling based on: - over a decade professional experience as a clinical psychologist - over two years of full-time residential training at a Zen monastery - certification as a Nature and Forest Therapy Guide (anft.earth) - certification in ministry and Depth Hypnosis (developed by Isa Gucciardi, PhD.; sacredstream.org) - personal experience healing my own nervous system from burnout, mold toxicity, and dysautonomia, through neural reprogramming, guided imagery, dreamwork, and creative practices - countless hours listening to the teachings of the more-than-human world - lived experience as a transgender man I walk alongside you as fellow human, having gone through my own transformations of gender, health, and spirituality. I offer you all the gifts that have been gathered through my own evolution and healing. Please see my full CV on my website, including publications.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I personalize treatment for you, using a combination of insight oriented work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, guided meditation, dream work, forest therapy, hypnotherapy, art, movement, and music therapies. I help you connect with your deepest intentions and inner wisdom, and heal from any trauma or stuck patterns that block you from moving forward. You don't have to do the unknown alone. I walk alongside you in the mystery until you find your way to the other shore. I have particular specialized expertise the areas of gender and sexuality, spirituality, and health. If you are experiencing distress related to any of these areas, please don't hesitate to reach out for a free consultation! I would love to hear more about your journey and see how I might be of support.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Oregon Health Plan
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 13 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $175 - 275/session

Info

Email Ryja (Rylan Jay)
6854 NE Claremont Ave.
Portland, OR 97211
40 Lane Court
Oakland, CA 94611

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