Conscious Connections

Personal Growth Coaching

for transforming the way you connect

with yourself and others

Empowering Relationships & Interpersonal Growth.

Personalized relationship coaching for those seeking loving boundaries and authentic communication.

  • Individuals

  • Couples

  • Families & Friends

  • Groups & Trainings

Hi, I’m Sam Bean

she/her — Portland, OR

I am a Certified Hakomi Practitioner and Certified Somatica® Sex and Relationship Coach, and certified Safe Conversations Leader, as well as many other tools for intimacy & relating.

I help individuals, couples, families, and friends improve self-awareness and communication. Together, we create a safe, compassionate space where I use my expertise in psychology, mindfulness, relationships, and communication to support more peaceful and effective interactions.

You can openly discuss challenging topics, including sexuality. I’ll help you practice mindful speaking and listening, focusing on managing yours and your partner’s emotional triggers. These skills empower you to fully show up for yourself and each other.

How I can Help

  • Build loving boundaries and confidently say no

  • Improve communication through mindful speaking and listening

  • Navigate tough conversations about consent and sexuality

  • Manage emotional triggers and resolve conflicts effectively

  • Strengthen connections with partners, family, and friends

  • Address interpersonal trauma and foster healing

  • Develop self-awareness and personal growth

  • Create a peaceful and resilient relationship dynamic

  • Advocate for oneself with love and compassion

  • Identify needs within relationships

Conscious Connections

Services

  • Individuals

    Are you ready to find your voice? I work with women to navigate boundary-setting, self-empowerment, and getting your needs met without feeling badly.

    I work with men who want to learn more effective ways of connecting.

    I work with all genders who want to transform how they relate to themselves and others.

  • Couples

    For couples ready to move past volatility and distancing, You will learn to create the space to hear each other openly- to hold and be held in those hot topics, including navigating non-monogamy and sexuality.

    You both will be supported to be your full selves and develop nurturance for each other.

    I offer tailored sessions to improve communication, create understanding, and strengthen intimacy.

  • Family & Friends

    Having a rough time connecting with someone important to you? Want to do what you can to save and strengthen your relationship? Are you both willing to accept support and go deeper with each other?

    Let me hold space for both of you and guide you to listen and show care for each other. For one time or ongoing communication support, when these important relationships are worth working on.

  • Groups & Trainings

    Workshops and ongoing groups for learning and practicing presence, communication, and relating skills.

    Let me know what you’re interested in by leaving a note on the contact form and I will let you know when opportunities become available.

    Communication workshop for individuals and couples in April. Learn & practice the basics of Safe Conversations, a structured dialogue process for compassionate communication.

Pricing

A word about my rates:

Support should be available to all. Choose an investment in yourself and as a community member that feels doable, generous and fair. When those with more wealth, cultural advantage, life ease, access to resources pay more, others with less are supported to participate. All your payments contribute to me sustaining this work.

You are rewarded with a discount & deeper results when you commit to a package. Packages must be used within one year. Payment plans are available for those willing to commit and need time to pay.

60 Minutes

Individuals

One hour: $85

Package of five one hour sessions: $400

Package of ten one hour sessions: $700

Single session support for all spots as low as $35 per hour.

90 Minutes

Individuals or Dyads

1 1/2 hours: $130

Package of five 1.5 hour sessions: $600

Package of ten 1.5 hour sessions: $1000

Single session support for all spots as low as $50 per session.

New Clients:

I offer a free 20-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

In Person or Online

2227 SW Primrose ST Portland, OR 97219

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

 

Explore the roots of your interpersonal patterns, cultivate healthy boundaries, and uncover new ways to foster meaningful relationships

FAQs

What is a Personal Growth Coach?

A Personal Growth coach is more like a therapist than a coach. We look at goals for your personal growth, ie. having more acceptance and compassion for yourself and others, managing your's and other's triggers, communicating and finding better relationship solutions.

Do you take insurance?

No I do not take insurance. In order to remain accessible I have a sliding scale model of pricing. Contact me for a consultation and let’s discuss finances.

Do you work with non-traditional relationships?

Yes, I welcome and support clients in all types of relationships, including LGBTQ+, polyamorous, and other non-traditional arrangements.

What are your methods?

Slow pace, slow things down and pay attention to what’s underneath. Experimentation with mindfulness. Hakomi and Somatica Sex and Relationship Coaching focus a lot on experimenting with mindfulness. Safe conversations structured dialog.

Is your office ADA accessible?

Sadly my office is not ADA accessible. There are a few stairs to get up on the patio, and the pathway to my office is unpaved. The couch has plenty of room for big bodies and space for a walker.

How is coaching different from therapy?

The main difference is in severity of mental health issues. Very similar to a therapist but more like a coach in the way that we experiment and try things rather than focusing on talking.

Contact Me

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone
(503) 752-3415

Location
2227 SW Primrose St
Portland, OR 97219