Dr. Justin Panneck , LPC

Dr. Justin Panneck is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) whose work blends clinical training, nature-based therapy, and research-informed approaches to support personal growth and recovery. He spent six years practicing on a 70-acre farm in Canby, Oregon, where he used outdoor experiences - including forest archery, shelter and fire building, guided mushroom foraging, nature art, and ceremonial practices - to help clients reconnect with their strengths and resources. In the past four years he has built a private practice that expands on that foundation, offering tailored support for life transitions, trauma, addiction, grief, relationship and intimacy challenges, and a wide range of mood and anxiety concerns.

He holds a Master of Counseling, a Master of Education, and a PhD in health psychology, with doctoral research focused on coping mechanisms and the intersection of ethnopharmacology and psychology, including study of ayahuasca and other plant medicines. That academic background complements his interest in peak performance, neurocognitive restoration, flow states, authenticity work, and practical strategies for daily resilience. He integrates evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, EMDR, somatic and cognitive techniques, mindfulness, and narrative work with creative tools like dream journaling and performance-informed interventions.

Dr. Panneck also brings experience as a behavioral health consultant working alongside physicians and nurses, and nearly a decade of corporate consulting, training, and coaching. He offers life coaching, spiritual development, rites of passage and men’s work, and support for clients preparing for and integrating personal work they pursue independently. His approach emphasizes flexibility, creativity, and an individualized plan that addresses both psychological patterns and practical lifestyle supports.

Therapeutic approaches for online healing and growth

Dr. Justin Panneck integrates approaches that translate well to remote work and collaborative care. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by practicing mindful action toward meaningful goals - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and getting unstuck. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within relationships, helping partners and individuals access deeper emotional bonds and resolve attachment-related patterns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) supports processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional charge through structured protocols that can be adapted for telehealth when appropriate.

Finding the right method is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Panneck works collaboratively with each person to select and adjust approaches based on needs, goals, and preferences. He emphasizes a partnership that blends clinical techniques with practical coaching and lifestyle supports to promote sustainable change.

Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling, accessibility for clients who cannot attend in person, and continuity of care across locations. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same thoughtful assessment, goal setting, and progress-oriented work that guide Dr. Panneck's practice.