Meet the Therapists | Counseling in Portland | Hopeful Minds Counseling

Veatriki Gavriella Kalantzopoulou

Veatriki Gavriella Kalantzopoulou is a licensed Greek Psychologist. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from the European University of Cyprus and is currently completing her Master’s degree program in Clinical and Counseling Psychology by the University of Derby, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, with a financial scholarship. Her undergraduate (Bsc) and postgraduate (Msc) dissertations revolve around Aviation Psychology, a field she’s deeply passionate about due to her previous experience as a cabin crew member in two European airlines.

During her studies, she interned at a private elementary school and has been an active volunteer psychologist, providing services on the national hotline for cancer patients and two other nonprofit organizations. Presently, she works at three specialized therapy centers in Greece, catering to children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, she’s completing her Master’s degree internship at the Greek Company of Alzheimer and Relative Disorders in Chalkida.

Veatriki Gavriella actively engages in continuous learning through seminars to stay updated with the advancements in Psychology. She has also presented seminars and authored seven children’s books with psychological content, focusing on behavior, emotional intelligence, and phobias.

Passionate about the power of the mind in influencing mood, behavior, and physical well-being, she is inspired by the cognitive behavioral approach. Her professional traits include empathy, non-judgment, respectfulness, calmness, and effective communication. Her expertise encompasses various cases such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, PTSD, self-confidence issues, and diversity-related concerns.

Outside of her profession, Veatriki enjoys gardening, baking, writing, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. She’s dedicated to helping individuals discover, recover, and empower their best selves.”

Beth Schofield, CSW-A

Beth obtained her Master’s Degree at Arizona State University and is working towards licensure as an LCSW. She has extensive experience as a substance abuse counselor working with individuals wanting to make positive changes to their lives and create a brighter future for themselves and their families. She has also worked in the prison system with inmates seeking to break the cycle of addiction and criminality, on an Emergency psychiatric assessment team within the local hospital emergency room, and in an inpatient behavioral health facility.

She also has extensive experience with group therapy facilitation, including CBT, ACT, MRT, and Recreational Therapy. She takes a trauma-informed and strength-based approach to therapy and believes that, given a nonjudgmental, safe, and therapeutic environment, everyone can heal. Empowering individuals to understand and identify negative patterns, problem-solve, and make positive changes in their lives is essential to moving forward.
Our experiences shape who we become, and accepting ourselves for who we are, regardless of our struggles, impacts our thoughts and behaviors. Showing resilience, adapting, and overcoming the obstacles life may place on our path are vital to moving

Cecelia Shroyer

Cecelia Shroyer is currently an intern completing her master’s in clinical mental health at George Fox University. Cecelia is knowledgeable and experienced in grief and loss, racial trauma, religious trauma, divorce, breakups and modern dating and singlehood. As an Asian American, she understands what it’s like to be a minority in a big city. She has worked with all ages including grieving children at the Dougy Center. She also has a BA in history from Lewis & Clark and historical context is always important in understanding our trauma.

Cecelia uses a person-centered approach which means you are ultimately the expert on your own life along with narrative therapy which helps you tell your story.

For hobbies, Cecelia enjoys live theatre, singing and playing the piano along with journaling and walking her dog.

Vanessa H. LMSW ( AZ) and CSW-A(OR)

Vanessa Hays, LMSW ( AZ) and CSW-A(OR), QMHP-R, received her master’s degree in social work from Arizona State University.
Vanessa has over a decade of experience working with individuals facing adverse conditions.
Much of her professional work has focused on providing advocacy and support services to
youth in foster care who are working through trauma, grief, and loss. Additionally, she has held
roles within community organizations that bring awareness to substance misuse and
educational inequities. Her main passion is in serving individuals within low-income and BIPOC
communities. Vanessa works with clients from a trauma-informed, strength-based, and culturally sensitive
approach. Her therapeutic style is guided by Person-Centered Theory with methods from
Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Brief therapies. Vanessa believes in
supporting and validating clients while holding a safe space for them to serve as the narrator
and decision-makers of their own life. Building and nurturing a therapeutic alliance is essential to
her and she is always appreciative of the privilege to be part of her client’s journey towards
healing. Vanessa values adventure and new experiences. Her favorite things to do are travel, try out new restaurants/food, and visit theme parks. To decompress, she enjoys listening to music and
spending time at home with her daughter and dogs watching movies in bed.

Ian Keusink, BA, Mastered Level Student Intern

Human beings are incredibly resilient, and we can be even more so with the assistance of a trained counselor. Ian is a graduate student from Oregon State University’s clinical mental health program, and he is interning at Hopeful Minds in Newberg, Oregon to assist clients in their goals, whether those be related to trauma, anxiety disorders, or life transitions.

When we experience physical and emotional wounds in life, our minds can sometimes cruelly send another arrow and pierce us with feelings of guilt, shame, self-hate, and powerlessness. Ian takes a strength-based, client-centered approach when working with clients, drawing on aspects of solution-focused therapy, CBT, and ACT techniques.

Together, Ian will partner with you in addressing your goals and the obstacles that may be preventing you from reaching them, with the ultimate focus being personal growth into the human being you want to be. Whether the challenges you face are within you and/or come from external pressures, the goal is to form a collaborative partnership where you are free to show up however you are in the world, with whatever you bring into the relationship on any given day.

Hussein Idow, CSW-A

Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Kentucky
Pursuing Licensures as an LCSW in Oregon

Hussein earned his Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and is currently pursuing licensures as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon. With extensive experience in mental health and substance use addiction counseling, Hussein is dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed care. He specializes in guiding clients through challenges related to trauma, addiction, and life transitions, fostering resilience and personal growth.

Hussein brings a wealth of experience from various professional settings, including fiscal analysis, shelter management, case management, grant administration, and youth advocacy. His expertise spans community health, immigrant and refugee support, and financial administration, enabling him to take a holistic and culturally sensitive approach to therapy.

Hussein’s therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Using strength-based and person-centered techniques, he empowers clients to identify and overcome barriers to their well-being. Hussein firmly believes in an individual’s capacity to heal and thrive when supported in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

He prioritizes understanding the unique experiences and stories that shape his clients’ lives, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance that ensures clients feel heard, validated, and supported throughout their journey.

Outside of his professional work, Hussein enjoys engaging in community activities, exploring new cultures, and spending quality time with his family. He is passionate about helping individuals and families achieve their mental health and wellness goals.

Kayloni Hadley

Clinical Assistant and Consulting Provider

With over five years of experience in customer service and client care, and a background in the creative industry, Kayloni is passionate about helping people feel heard and supported. She brings a friendly, energetic, and dependable approach to her work, ensuring that every client feels welcome, valued, and cared for.

With strong communication skills and attention to detail, she creates a warm and supportive environment, which is especially important for those seeking mental health therapy. She understands the power of compassion and strives to make a positive impact in every interaction.

Outside of work, Kayloni embraces her creative side as a freelance model and photographer. She also enjoys staying active through workouts, dancing, and exploring movies and museums—keeping both her body and creativity engaged.

She is excited to be part of a team dedicated to helping others in such meaningful ways.

Ellie (Yeonjin Kim Veach), MA

Ellie (Yeonjin Kim Veach), MA, Counseling Psychology, QMH-R

Compassionate & Culturally Sensitive Counseling for Personal Growth

Ellie (Yeonjin Kim Veach) is a dedicated Korean American counselor who understands the unique challenges of being a minority in the U.S. With a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from World Mission University, she is passionate about guiding individuals through life’s difficulties with empathy, insight, and culturally informed care. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon and a Master’s degree from Oregon State University.

Before transitioning into counseling, Ellie worked as a teacher, which further shaped her ability to support, educate, and empower others. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, relaxing at the beach, and spending quality time with loved one.

Ellie’s Approach to Counseling

Ellie’s counseling style is holistic and personalized, beginning with a deep understanding of each client’s background, history, and life journey. She integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to create a customized path to healing and personal growth.

Her approach incorporates:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Building emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Encouraging mindfulness and values-based living

Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Exploring internal dynamics for deeper self-awareness

Flash Technique & EMDR – Assisting in trauma processing and reducing distressing memories

By combining these techniques, Ellie tailors interventions to each client’s unique needs, ensuring a supportive, empowering, and effective healing experience.

Ellie is committed to creating a safe, affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported on their journey toward mental wellness and resilience.