Nice to meet you, I’m Bailey.
I am a Certified Social Work Associate (CSWA) in Oregon. I earned my Master of Social Work from Arizona State University in 2022. I am grateful every day that I get to do this work and that I get to be a small part of people’s life stories. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings and primarily work with teens and adults, but I have been fortunate enough to work with folks throughout the life spectrum.
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My style as a clinician, is relationship-centered, collaborative, strength based and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) + Trauma-Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and The Gottman Method which is utilized in both individual and couples’ therapy. I have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and helping folks navigate life transitions or stressors. It is important to me that each client feels safe, accepted, and heard regardless of where they are at in life.
Bailey Apon (he/him), MSW, CSWA
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Some fun things about me:​
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Movie(s) I love: Harry Potter, Ocean’s Eleven (and the rest), and literally any horror film
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Favorite food to eat out: Thai Food and breakfast burritos (it’s becoming a problem)
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Favorite food to cook: Risotto, chicken and dumpling soup, and trying out new baking recipes!
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Favorite thing to do in Bend: Adventure about, getting ice cream, and trying new coffee shops.
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Hobby(ies): Reading, playing video games, playing board games and rock climbing
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Dream destination: Portugal or Japan
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Favorite quote or personal motto: “It is what it is” or more seriously, “No man should judge unless he asks himself in absolute honesty whether in a similar situation he might not have done the same” – Viktor E. Frankl
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Favorite weekend destination: Anywhere near some water with my partner and my dog :)
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Three words that describe me: Compassionate, kind of funny, thoughtful
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Number one bucket list item: Home ownership (these interest rates are rough)
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On a day with no obligations, I will be: Aut adventuring with friends and family, hiding inside playing video games or reading, or hosting a game night with friends!
