Therapists in 97203
I truly believe that each of us has the ability to heal ourselves, to live a meaningful and joy-filled existence, and learn to love, honor, and celebrate ourselves. However, there are a multitude of barriers to this way of living. Trauma, self-doubt, painful relationships, grief, loss, disconnection, and loneliness can leave scars on our hearts and minds that affect our behaviors, our relationships, and how we regard ourselves.
I truly believe that each of us has the ability to heal ourselves, to live a meaningful and joy-filled existence, and learn to love, honor, and celebrate ourselves. However, there are a multitude of barriers to this way of living. Trauma, self-doubt, painful relationships, grief, loss, disconnection, and loneliness can leave scars on our hearts and minds that affect our behaviors, our relationships, and how we regard ourselves.
Daily challenges, painful experiences or emotions, and uncertainty are all common, shared experiences of being human. These moments along with simply feeling lost, alone, stuck, sad or anxious offer opportunities for healing and growth! Starting therapy is a positive step towards accessing inner resilience and bringing voice to your authentic self. Through individual, group, and family counseling, I work with kids, "tweens," teens and adults navigating a range of life's stressors including transitions, relationship issues, anxiety/overwhelm, grief/loss, school/work struggles, parenthood, caregiving, and finding purpose.
Daily challenges, painful experiences or emotions, and uncertainty are all common, shared experiences of being human. These moments along with simply feeling lost, alone, stuck, sad or anxious offer opportunities for healing and growth! Starting therapy is a positive step towards accessing inner resilience and bringing voice to your authentic self. Through individual, group, and family counseling, I work with kids, "tweens," teens and adults navigating a range of life's stressors including transitions, relationship issues, anxiety/overwhelm, grief/loss, school/work struggles, parenthood, caregiving, and finding purpose.
Within your sorrows and fears is the strength needed to overcome challenges. Hidden in your tone of voice, your casual movements, are clues to guide you. You and I will seek them together. With over twenty years of experience working with children, couples, and families, my focus is on the whole experience of health and practical methods for sustainable change. In my training, I sought ways to value cultural influences, living abroad, and studying arts and beliefs from around the world. I offer play therapy for children, couples therapy, and family therapy. I provide psychological testing for personality and cognitive functioning.
Within your sorrows and fears is the strength needed to overcome challenges. Hidden in your tone of voice, your casual movements, are clues to guide you. You and I will seek them together. With over twenty years of experience working with children, couples, and families, my focus is on the whole experience of health and practical methods for sustainable change. In my training, I sought ways to value cultural influences, living abroad, and studying arts and beliefs from around the world. I offer play therapy for children, couples therapy, and family therapy. I provide psychological testing for personality and cognitive functioning.
Life is challenging, and for some, it feels impossible. Unwelcome and harmful thoughts and feelings make happiness a task that seems far out of reach. It can be overwhelming, and it can negatively affect the way we function in our day to day lives. If this speaks to you, I want you to know that you are not alone, and I would be honored to help you work toward a happier, more fulfilling life.
Life is challenging, and for some, it feels impossible. Unwelcome and harmful thoughts and feelings make happiness a task that seems far out of reach. It can be overwhelming, and it can negatively affect the way we function in our day to day lives. If this speaks to you, I want you to know that you are not alone, and I would be honored to help you work toward a happier, more fulfilling life.
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Life can be difficult and painful for us all. If you're struggling with anxiety or depression, or you're simply feeling run down by the complexities of life, I can help you. My therapeutic approach is very direct. Therapy with me can feel intense but my clients often tell me that they needed the push I gave them. Too often, people go to counselors who are very nice, but who don't have the courage to challenge people in a compassionate but direct way. If you are ready for a wonderful life change, please contact me.
Please visit my website for more information to determine if I might be a good fit.
Life can be difficult and painful for us all. If you're struggling with anxiety or depression, or you're simply feeling run down by the complexities of life, I can help you. My therapeutic approach is very direct. Therapy with me can feel intense but my clients often tell me that they needed the push I gave them. Too often, people go to counselors who are very nice, but who don't have the courage to challenge people in a compassionate but direct way. If you are ready for a wonderful life change, please contact me.
Many people come to counseling unaware of what to expect. For many it is the unknown that is terrifying, or for others, confronting difficult patterns in their life. Whatever the case may be, know that whatever you have been dealing with, you have been doing the best that you can up until now. As you enter into therapy, know that the strengths that you have utilized up until this point are still important. We will build on these strengths together and identify what obstacles lie in your path. I come to this work with an open mind and with a diverse array of skills ready to meet you wherever you may be on your journey.
Many people come to counseling unaware of what to expect. For many it is the unknown that is terrifying, or for others, confronting difficult patterns in their life. Whatever the case may be, know that whatever you have been dealing with, you have been doing the best that you can up until now. As you enter into therapy, know that the strengths that you have utilized up until this point are still important. We will build on these strengths together and identify what obstacles lie in your path. I come to this work with an open mind and with a diverse array of skills ready to meet you wherever you may be on your journey.
My practice is committed to helping you explore what feels unbalanced in your life, find or re-connect with what feels "right", and make meaningful changes that will improve mood, relationships, and overall well-being. Change, despite the weight of history, is entirely possible. My approach is closely aligned with current research on brain functioning, well-being practices, EMDR, & the use of creativity in therapy.
My practice is committed to helping you explore what feels unbalanced in your life, find or re-connect with what feels "right", and make meaningful changes that will improve mood, relationships, and overall well-being. Change, despite the weight of history, is entirely possible. My approach is closely aligned with current research on brain functioning, well-being practices, EMDR, & the use of creativity in therapy.
Therapy works best when you can be yourself—messy parts, questions, contradictions and all. I’m a warm, grounded therapist who’s more about real conversation than polite head-nods. I bring humor, curiosity, and compassion into the room, along with an understanding of how culture, identity, and lived experience shape our stories. As a Spanish-speaking, BIPOC, queer clinician, I welcome all the parts of who you are, including the ones that don’t always feel easy to share.
Therapy works best when you can be yourself—messy parts, questions, contradictions and all. I’m a warm, grounded therapist who’s more about real conversation than polite head-nods. I bring humor, curiosity, and compassion into the room, along with an understanding of how culture, identity, and lived experience shape our stories. As a Spanish-speaking, BIPOC, queer clinician, I welcome all the parts of who you are, including the ones that don’t always feel easy to share.
I believe that each person can grow and heal given the right space. Sometimes, we can feel stuck, lose confidence in ourselves, or find ourselves looking outward and comparing our experiences to those of others.
In these moments, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support clients in understanding their experiences and their impact on their lives. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help clarify, so we can together understand the impact. I believe that together we can help you see your strength and confidence.
I believe that each person can grow and heal given the right space. Sometimes, we can feel stuck, lose confidence in ourselves, or find ourselves looking outward and comparing our experiences to those of others.
In these moments, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support clients in understanding their experiences and their impact on their lives. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help clarify, so we can together understand the impact. I believe that together we can help you see your strength and confidence.
Are you ready for big change? Sometimes we come to a point where we feel like we’ve hit a wall. Maybe you’ve been doing therapy for years, but you still feel like something needs to break through. Or maybe you feel like you know what you need to do in your head, but it's not clicking in your heart and body. If this feels like where you’re finding yourself, I can help. Being a sensitive person in this world can be tough. I want to help you find your power, connect to your intuition, and step into embracing yourself exactly as you are.
Are you ready for big change? Sometimes we come to a point where we feel like we’ve hit a wall. Maybe you’ve been doing therapy for years, but you still feel like something needs to break through. Or maybe you feel like you know what you need to do in your head, but it's not clicking in your heart and body. If this feels like where you’re finding yourself, I can help. Being a sensitive person in this world can be tough. I want to help you find your power, connect to your intuition, and step into embracing yourself exactly as you are.
Your past is invading your present. Your emotions overwhelm you at times. Many of your relationships are unfulfilling - or outright painful. Your self-esteem is low to non-existent, and you often feel you aren’t good enough. Celebrating your successes is hard for you because you feel like you don’t deserve them. Your inner critic is your constant companion. And the worst part is: overcoming these obstacles seems like a huge mountain to climb. You don’t know where or who to go to for help. We all need connection more than ever right now. I’d love to help!
Your past is invading your present. Your emotions overwhelm you at times. Many of your relationships are unfulfilling - or outright painful. Your self-esteem is low to non-existent, and you often feel you aren’t good enough. Celebrating your successes is hard for you because you feel like you don’t deserve them. Your inner critic is your constant companion. And the worst part is: overcoming these obstacles seems like a huge mountain to climb. You don’t know where or who to go to for help. We all need connection more than ever right now. I’d love to help!
Suffering often means we struggle in our relationships with others, food, money or ourselves. We call this anxiety, depression, trauma and many other things. But no matter what language you use to describe these struggles, relational healing is possible. The core struggles I have found myself holding with my clients are eating disorders and PTSD. If any of these relationships feel broken in your own life, I'd love to guide you toward more authentic connection.
Suffering often means we struggle in our relationships with others, food, money or ourselves. We call this anxiety, depression, trauma and many other things. But no matter what language you use to describe these struggles, relational healing is possible. The core struggles I have found myself holding with my clients are eating disorders and PTSD. If any of these relationships feel broken in your own life, I'd love to guide you toward more authentic connection.
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Are you grappling with a loss of self-identity that impacts your daily life, interpersonal relationships, and work performance? Do you feel a sense of disconnection, merely surviving each day, or harboring the belief that there's no end to the struggle? Are you questioning if life could be more fulfilling? In these times, the uncertainty about one's place in the world is more prevalent than ever. At SAF Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC, we understand that living a better life shouldn't be a burdensome journey. Hope and solutions are within reach.
Are you grappling with a loss of self-identity that impacts your daily life, interpersonal relationships, and work performance? Do you feel a sense of disconnection, merely surviving each day, or harboring the belief that there's no end to the struggle? Are you questioning if life could be more fulfilling? In these times, the uncertainty about one's place in the world is more prevalent than ever. At SAF Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC, we understand that living a better life shouldn't be a burdensome journey. Hope and solutions are within reach.
Kids are constantly growing, changing, and learning, but sometimes big feelings get in the way. Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, emotional outbursts, low self-esteem, or has experienced something hard—like bullying, family stress, or a recent transition. You want them to feel understood, safe, and empowered, but you’re not sure how to help.
Kids are constantly growing, changing, and learning, but sometimes big feelings get in the way. Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, emotional outbursts, low self-esteem, or has experienced something hard—like bullying, family stress, or a recent transition. You want them to feel understood, safe, and empowered, but you’re not sure how to help.
Currently accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment to allow for an individual to explore, address, and heal. I value the counseling relationship and trust that occurs within the counseling room. I wholeheartedly believe in the individual's capacity to heal and come from a humanistic perspective that places emphasis on the individual to gain empowerment and heal from life's challenges. I utilize trauma informed, person centered, culturally informed techniques and I am committed to traveling on the client’s journey.
Currently accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment to allow for an individual to explore, address, and heal. I value the counseling relationship and trust that occurs within the counseling room. I wholeheartedly believe in the individual's capacity to heal and come from a humanistic perspective that places emphasis on the individual to gain empowerment and heal from life's challenges. I utilize trauma informed, person centered, culturally informed techniques and I am committed to traveling on the client’s journey.
Accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth as of May 2025!
Hello and welcome! Each person has a unique story- a mosaic of relationships and experiences that have influenced them and created the person they are today. By closely examining our journey, we can identify and process the pieces of ourselves and our lives that we’d like to change. I am here as a collaborative and supportive partner in that process- someone in your corner that is there for you and desires the best for you. As a student intern at Liberty University, I am currently working in Vancouver, WA under the supervision of Diane Moore, MA, LMHC LH6030832.
Accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth as of May 2025!
Hello and welcome! Each person has a unique story- a mosaic of relationships and experiences that have influenced them and created the person they are today. By closely examining our journey, we can identify and process the pieces of ourselves and our lives that we’d like to change. I am here as a collaborative and supportive partner in that process- someone in your corner that is there for you and desires the best for you. As a student intern at Liberty University, I am currently working in Vancouver, WA under the supervision of Diane Moore, MA, LMHC LH6030832.
Welcome, deciding to engage in therapy may not be an easy decision; I assure that you will be met with warmth, compassion and respect. I incorporate a mindfulness approach to treatment and utilize acceptance and change strategies to help you reach your goals. My approach is collaborative, welcoming and non-judgmental. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the field since 2007. I have experience working in varied settings including community mental health center's, hospital/ER settings, Portland DBT Institute, Inc and private practice.
Welcome, deciding to engage in therapy may not be an easy decision; I assure that you will be met with warmth, compassion and respect. I incorporate a mindfulness approach to treatment and utilize acceptance and change strategies to help you reach your goals. My approach is collaborative, welcoming and non-judgmental. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the field since 2007. I have experience working in varied settings including community mental health center's, hospital/ER settings, Portland DBT Institute, Inc and private practice.
The most important part of the therapeutic process is the bond or relationship between you and your therapist. After establishing the client/therapist bond, I've seen individuals achieve their goals and make significant improvements in overall wellbeing. The therapy style I provide is rooted in Black or Afrocentric world view as well as Queer and Feminist theories to incorporate your intersectional identity and unique life experience into therapy.
The most important part of the therapeutic process is the bond or relationship between you and your therapist. After establishing the client/therapist bond, I've seen individuals achieve their goals and make significant improvements in overall wellbeing. The therapy style I provide is rooted in Black or Afrocentric world view as well as Queer and Feminist theories to incorporate your intersectional identity and unique life experience into therapy.
At Pacific Center for Mind & Health, we are building a team of highly trained therapists to meet the diverse mental health needs of the Portland community. It is our goal to make the process of beginning your mental heath journey as seamless as possible by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that is designed to allow judgement free introspection. Reach out today for a free initial assessment to see how we can help you.
At Pacific Center for Mind & Health, we are building a team of highly trained therapists to meet the diverse mental health needs of the Portland community. It is our goal to make the process of beginning your mental heath journey as seamless as possible by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that is designed to allow judgement free introspection. Reach out today for a free initial assessment to see how we can help you.
Currently accepting new clients.
In this world full of stressors, it is common to feel emotionally and mentally maxed out, disconnected or disheartened. My goal is to create a therapeutic space where you feel safe and comfortable being fully you, and can practice cultivating a relationship with yourself that is compassionate, curious, resourced, and hopeful. I work with adults navigating relationship issues past or present, anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult life transitions, grief, and more. Together we can process what you’ve been through and build the capacity to grow into the person you wish to become.
Currently accepting new clients.
In this world full of stressors, it is common to feel emotionally and mentally maxed out, disconnected or disheartened. My goal is to create a therapeutic space where you feel safe and comfortable being fully you, and can practice cultivating a relationship with yourself that is compassionate, curious, resourced, and hopeful. I work with adults navigating relationship issues past or present, anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult life transitions, grief, and more. Together we can process what you’ve been through and build the capacity to grow into the person you wish to become.
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Number of Therapists in 97203
100+
Average cost per session
$170
Therapists in 97203 who prioritize treating:
| 88% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 79% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Relationship Issues |
| 70% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Stress |
| 68% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aetna |
| 57% | PacificSource |
| 54% | Regence |
How Therapists in 97203 see their clients
| 51% | Online Only | |
| 49% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 73% | Female | |
| 22% | Male | |
| 5% | Non-Binary |