At Rising Self Wellness, mental health and well-being are nurtured through compassionate, holistic care. Ruth Tessema, a licensed holistic psychotherapist, empowers clients to take charge of their healing journey, helping them discover insights and make decisions that are uniquely their own. Grounded in person-centered, trauma-informed practices, Ruth is dedicated to fostering growth, resilience, and lasting well-being for each client.
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Ruth Tessema is a Black, Ethiopian American, cisgender holistic psychotherapist based in Oregon. As a licensed professional counselor, Ruth combines her expertise with certifications in Breathwork and Vibrational Sound Healing, offering a unique, integrative approach to healing.
Specializing in the holistic treatment of complex trauma, Ruth’s practice weaves together spiritual, energetic, communal, physical, and mental health elements. She is passionate about decolonizing therapy, enhancing accessibility, and creating safer spaces for healing through evidence-based, relational care.
Our mission is to guide clients on their healing journey, empowering them to recover from trauma, embrace the present, and build a fulfilling future. We believe restoration is a fundamental birthright, and we are dedicated to helping each individual reclaim it.
Our vision is to create holistic, personalized treatment plans that integrate spiritual, energetic, communal, physical, and mental health elements. By offering comprehensive support, we aim to foster sustained recovery and lasting well-being for every client.
We approach every client with genuine empathy and understanding, recognizing their unique experiences and needs.
We build strong, trusting relationships to create a safe and supportive environment for healing.
We are committed to fostering personal growth and transformation, helping clients achieve their fullest potential.
Adult Individuals, Couples, & Support Groups
trauma history
anxiety
depression
intrusive thoughts
racial and ethnic identity
emotion regulation
grief and loss
communication
life transitions
Free 15 minute consultations
HIPAA Secure Client Portal
Virtual and In-person as needed
BIPOC & Anxious: A Somatic Self-Care Workshop for Women and Femmes of Color
SOAR: Strengthening Ourselves with Awareness and Resilience
SOAR: Inner Child Edition – Strengthening Our Inner Child with Awareness and Resilience
Monthly Community Breathwork & Sound Healing
Private Breathwork & Sound Healing Treatments
Private Events
–Maya Angelou
– Thich Nhat Hanh
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