Dr. Jinxi CaddelAccepting new clients

Hi! I’m Jinxi and I'm a mental health therapist, writer, editor, educator, tattoo shop owner, and book publisher. I own a mental health private therapy practice called Black Sheep Therapy and I’m passionate about working with people who color outside the lines and find that non-conformity is their cup of tea. I also work in the publishing world as an editor and writer, creating art and tattoo-related publications. My publishing company, Out of Step Books, has published 28 books, including two children’s books. We are currently working on our 28th publication.

I earned my doctoral degree (PsyD) in clinical psychology from California Southern University, with research specializations in sports psychology, eating disorders, positive psychology, the psychological benefits of tattoos, and addictive/compulsive behaviors. My doctoral dissertation was entitled "The Effects of Social Media on Body Image Constructs Among Active Women" and can be found on ResearchGate.

I am a licensed professional counselor (License #C7379) with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists. I am also a licensed CADC III [Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (Cert. #24- R-44)] in the state of Oregon and a MAC (Master Addiction Counselor) with NAADAC. In addition to Oregon, I am a licensed LPC in Nevada (CP5484-R) and Idaho (LCPC-9468). Outside of private practice, I have worked in the community support setting, treating clients with SPMIs (severe & persistent mental illness); in the sports psychology field; and as a school therapist at Bandon High School and Harbor Lights Middle School in Bandon, Oregon. I am trained as an LGBTQ Safe Space Ally with the Gay Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN) and am a certified instructor with the Zero Suicide Institute. I served on the Mental Health Committee for South Coast Education Service District (SCESD) and helped to create training materials and a suicide prevention/awareness program for schools in Oregon.

Outside of the clinical setting I have developed and presented mental health educational seminars for artists and creatives at conventions around the country. These training events focus on issues like creative anxiety, depression, creative block/burnout, imposter syndrome, self-esteem, flow, self-talk, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, self-confidence, social comparison, self-care, and motivation.

I co-own Out of Step Tattoos (2 locations in Eugene, OR), which features an awesome crew of tattoo artists and a diverse array of artwork. We also regularly curate and host art-based community events.