Kaiha Hovanec, Professional Counselor Associate

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Location: 800 W. 8th Street Suite 103, Medford, OR 97501

& Telehealth

 

Accepting: Regence, Aetna, Providence, MODA, Allcare, Umpqua Health Alliance, Trillium, State Medicaid, Intercommunity Health Network, and Self-Pay

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I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples in discovering new ways of relating to themselves and others. I believe that healing and growth unfold in relationship—whether with ourselves, with others, or within the broader systems we are part of. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore patterns, express your needs, and create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we’ll work toward aligning your actions with your values and intentions, cultivating clarity, confidence, and wholeness. Above all, I strive to bring authenticity, compassion, and respect into every therapeutic relationship.

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My counseling approach is rooted in Humanistic and Family Systems theories and is strongly informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology, and common factors research. I also integrate elements of the Gottman Method, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based practices, and other evidence-based frameworks. This flexible approach allows me to tailor each session to your unique story.

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Outside the therapy room, I cherish time with loved ones and my dog, enjoy creative projects, traveling, board games, and music. I also find restoration in nature through hiking, backpacking, and camping.

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Favorite Quote:

“We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly.”

– Sam Keen  

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What are my credentials?

• Associate of Arts Degree with a certificate in Early Childhood Education (2017)

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Equine Studies (2020)

• Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (2023)

• Certified Facilitator of Prepare/Enrich Dating, Premarital, and Marriage Assessment (2021) Review details about this assessment at: https://www.prepare-enrich.com/

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Professional Development

• Pursuing Level 1 and 2 Certification through the Gottman Institute

• Pursuing Certification to become a Certified Sex Therapist with the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists (ABCST).

• Attending the Institute of Sexual Wholeness (2021-Present).

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Concentrations/Preferred Work

• ADHD/Neurodivergence

• Couples Counseling

  • Navigating mixed-orientation or neurodivergent-neurotypical partnership

  • Autonomy vs. Togetherness

• Parenting Challenges/Parentification 

• Anxiety

• Depression 

• Dual Diagnoses

• Life Adjustments & Transitions/Stress Management

• Chronic Illness/Disability-Affirming Care (i.e., providing long-term support for clients in navigating systems, work, and identity transitions related to their mental and/or physical health)

• Sexual Issues (i.e., concerns about sexual desire, interest, arousal, orgasm, sexual pain, illness and/or age-related concerns)

• **Sexual identity, orientation, or intimacy concerns

• Integration of Religion, Spirituality, and Cultural Practices (e.g., Christian, Interfaith, Spiritual-but-not-Religious, Nature-Based, Native/Indigenous traditions, Holistic Healing, Eastern Healing Practices, etc.)

• Tourette Syndrome

• Identity, Self-Exploration

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*Neurodivergent Affirming, Disability Affirming, LGBTQIAP+ Affirming

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** While I provide supportive and non-judgmental care for all individuals in all relational dynamics, my clinical strength is in helping individuals and couples explore identity and intimacy within monogamous frameworks.

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Professional Experience

• The Way Counseling: Professional Counselor Associate in Medford, Oregon (2025- Present)

• House of Healing: Professional Counselor Associate in Medford, Oregon (2024 to 2025)

• Asbury University’s Center for Wholeness and Wellness: Counseling Intern in Wilmore, Kentucky (2022 - 2023)

• The Schwartz Center, a New Vista Residential Substance Use Program: Counseling Intern in Lexington, Kentucky (2022)

• The Schwartz Center, a New Vista Residential Substance Use Program: Direct Support Specialist Supervisor in Lexington, Kentucky (2020 - 2022)

• The Ebenezer Rehabilitation Center: Volunteer Counselor in Mandeville, Jamaica (2019)