Nice to meet you, I’m Ilana.
I earned a Master of Social Work degree from Smith College and am a Certified Social Work Associate in the State of Oregon. I am also certified in grief and loss counseling.
I work with adults and young adults to manage life stressors and draw from a psychodynamic background while also incorporating mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I am also in the process of obtaining certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
With a calm, empathetic presence and an emphasis on collaboration, I seek to support clients in their process of meaning-making. I am so honored and humbled to be in a support role to so many wonderful humans.
Ilana Silver, MSW, CADC
Some fun things about me:
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Movie(s) I love: Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Holiday, My Octopus Teacher
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Favorite food to eat out: Thai food
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Favorite food to cook: Pizza with homemade crust
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Favorite thing to do in Bend: I'm new here, so my favorite thing to do is explore!
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Hobby(ies): Horseback riding, baking, yoga, climbing, drawing
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Dream destination: Iceland
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Favorite quote or personal motto: "Don't ask your what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and go to that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive." - Howard Thurman
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Favorite weekend destination: Either the ocean or visiting my little nieces
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Three words that describe me: Funnier than expected
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Number one bucket list item: To have my own pet
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On a day with no obligations, I will be: At the coffee shop in the morning and spending the rest of the day outdoors
