Holistic and Restorative Trauma Healing
Restoration is our birthright.
At Rising Self Wellness, mental health and well-being are nurtured through a deep, supportive therapeutic relationship. Founder Ruth Tessema empowers clients to take charge of their own healing journey, helping them discover insights and make decisions that are uniquely their own. With a foundation in person-centered care, trauma-informed practices, and a holistic approach, Ruth is dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in each individual.
Ruth Tessema, LPC
(she/her)
Founder of Rising Self Wellness, LLC
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.
Mission
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.
Vision
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.
Values
Authentic Compassion
We approach every client with genuine empathy and understanding, recognizing their unique experiences and needs.
Wholehearted Trust
We build strong, trusting relationships to create a safe and supportive environment for healing.
Championing Growth
We are committed to fostering personal growth and transformation, helping clients achieve their fullest potential.
Holistic Counseling
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
Wellness Classes &
Private Treatments
Virtual and In-person experiential spaces
BIPOC & Anxious: A Somatic Self-Care Workshop for Women of Color
SOAR: Somatic Opportunities for Awareness and Restoration
BRAVE: Building Resilience and Awakening the Vulnerable Exile, An Inner-Child Recovery Workshop
Monthly Community Breathwork & Sound Healing
Private Breathwork & Sound Healing Treatments
Private Events
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.”
–Maya Angelou
“Go back and take care of yourself. Your body needs you, your feelings need you, your perceptions need you. Your suffering needs you to acknowledge it. Go home and be there for all these things.”
– Thich Nhat Hanh
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