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Notes of Hope

Hi. Thank you so much for being here. My name is Linnea. Welcome!

I am a Professional Mental Health Counselor and a Mental Health Educator. I am also an Inspirational Speaker, Writer, Mental Health Workshop Educator, Piano Artist, Singer and Songwriter.

I studied Psychology, Theology and Counseling at Northwest University in Washington, as well as many other continuing educational courses and therapy certifications in the field of Mental Health.

I created Notes of Hope as a place to give hope to those who are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, Stress and for those who want some positivity in their day.

Notes of Hope are notes (letters) of encouragement on mental health through educational articles, counseling tips, practical mental health coping skills, inspirational devotions, short stories, humor, videos, and notes of hope through songs and piano pieces that I have written.

I became a therapist and mental health educator because I know personally what it is like to struggle. I was diagnosed in 1997 with Major Clinical Depression, PTSD, Social Anxiety and Trauma. I am living proof that recovery is possible as I have been thriving for the past 20 years.

I want to continually give hope to others, share my journey both personally and professionally, as well as be a relentless beacon of light to those who feel alone, lost or are hurting.

A little about me...I live in the state of Oregon in the USA. My husband and I have been married for 24 years and we have 2 grown boys who are 18 yrs and 22 yrs old. We also have a dog named Ranger (a Toy Poodle) whom I take on nature walks everyday and love to spoil!

10 Random Facts About Myself:

1)  I love coffee. My favorite coffee is a hot, grande triple shot breve latte.

2)  I've been playing piano and singing since I was 4 yrs old and writing music since 3rd grade.

3)  My name, Linnea (Lyn-nay-uh), is Swedish and means " beautiful flower".

4)  I have traveled to Africa and 12 European Countries and have hiked Rock of Gibralter where wild apes roam free (one of my favorite life experiences).

5) I have lived in Sevilla, Spain for a year, Alaska for 2 years, in Georgia, USA for 2 years and I grew up in Washington and Oregon, USA. I consider myself a true Pacific Northwest Girl.

6)  I knew I wanted to be an Inspirational Speaker when I was in 5th grade & heard an amazing author speak, Ann Kiemel Anderson.

7)  I absolutely hate raisins.

8)  I love to laugh and find humor in life.

9)  I grew up as a "PK" (Pastor's Kid).

10) I can say the Alphabet backwards really fast. (It actually comes in handy this life skill!)

I have been honored to share my story through Inspirational Public Speaking, Mental Health Workshops and through Performing Concerts of Music that I have written (semi-classical/contemporary pieces).

I have also been honored to speak and share in the following venues:
Colleges, Public and Private High Schools, Oregon First Responder Crisis Intervention Trainings, Business Conferences, The Oregon State Hospital, Nursing Schools, Faith Based Conferences, Churches, Women's Retreats, Youth Retreats, Special Events and more.

There is so much healing power in feeling validated, supported & not alone. I am so glad you are here. Thank you for allowing me into your life with my, "Notes of Hope" letters.

Hugs to all of you,

Linnea Baker
Notes of Hope