Therapists in 97209

You matter. And simply because you exist, you belong. This can be difficult to believe though if you have felt marginalized due to your neurodivergence, sexuality, gender, race or class. I’m interested in exploring the marginalization you feel and helping you to find a sense of belonging in the world and in yourself. I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood. We might explore creatively through dreams, meditation, archetypes, enneagram type, or through somatic awareness.
You matter. And simply because you exist, you belong. This can be difficult to believe though if you have felt marginalized due to your neurodivergence, sexuality, gender, race or class. I’m interested in exploring the marginalization you feel and helping you to find a sense of belonging in the world and in yourself. I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood. We might explore creatively through dreams, meditation, archetypes, enneagram type, or through somatic awareness.

We often experience the most conflict with those to whom we are closest. This can cause strain and disconnect in our most valued relationships. While this can cause strain at any time, it can be especially prominent during pregnancy and the first few years after children are born. Parenting can be incredibly rewarding…. and one of the most challenging times in our lives. It can also be an opportunity for change and growth. Individual, couples, and family therapy can help you reconnect with others, deepen and strengthen your ability to support and nurture your relationships, and your children.
We often experience the most conflict with those to whom we are closest. This can cause strain and disconnect in our most valued relationships. While this can cause strain at any time, it can be especially prominent during pregnancy and the first few years after children are born. Parenting can be incredibly rewarding…. and one of the most challenging times in our lives. It can also be an opportunity for change and growth. Individual, couples, and family therapy can help you reconnect with others, deepen and strengthen your ability to support and nurture your relationships, and your children.

Healing begins when we dare to turn toward what aches—what was unspoken, unfelt, and unseen. In our work together, we will gently tend to the wounds of your heart and body—whether born of trauma, ancestral sorrow, or relational rupture. Drawing on trauma-informed approaches, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and relational therapy, I offer an integrative, compassionate space where each part of you can be seen, heard, and welcomed.
Healing begins when we dare to turn toward what aches—what was unspoken, unfelt, and unseen. In our work together, we will gently tend to the wounds of your heart and body—whether born of trauma, ancestral sorrow, or relational rupture. Drawing on trauma-informed approaches, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and relational therapy, I offer an integrative, compassionate space where each part of you can be seen, heard, and welcomed.

I am dedicated to providing therapy for children, families, and adults through a compassionate and nonjudgmental lens. My practice is rooted in social justice, the active dismantling of oppressive systems and supporting my clients who exist within those structures. My goal is to create a safe and empowering space for all clients, facilitating personal growth, critical self-awareness, and resilience in the face of societal and systemic challenges.
I am dedicated to providing therapy for children, families, and adults through a compassionate and nonjudgmental lens. My practice is rooted in social justice, the active dismantling of oppressive systems and supporting my clients who exist within those structures. My goal is to create a safe and empowering space for all clients, facilitating personal growth, critical self-awareness, and resilience in the face of societal and systemic challenges.

Accepting new clients! I believe that darkness is an opportunity to find our true light. Book today to discover your own truth. I see clients who are experiencing attachment wounds, past traumatic experiences, grief, and who want a new way to approach their healing. The journey towards self-discovery if often accompanied by pain and loneliness. We may feel overwhelmed by emotions and get stuck in unhealthy patterns that we struggle to recognize. We need someone who will sit with us in our pain and darkness without judgment. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space for all individuals to explore their emotions.
Accepting new clients! I believe that darkness is an opportunity to find our true light. Book today to discover your own truth. I see clients who are experiencing attachment wounds, past traumatic experiences, grief, and who want a new way to approach their healing. The journey towards self-discovery if often accompanied by pain and loneliness. We may feel overwhelmed by emotions and get stuck in unhealthy patterns that we struggle to recognize. We need someone who will sit with us in our pain and darkness without judgment. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space for all individuals to explore their emotions.

Knowing that it is usually an experience of pain or frustration that prompts people to seek counseling, my goal is to provide a safe place for you to effectively move through it. Often that pain comes from unmet needs, harmful experiences, or coping systems that no longer serve you. I want to work with you, to offer reflection, understanding, information, and new windows to help you experience relief and a sense of well being. Approaches include, but are not limited to, insight oriented talk therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, EFT, and Ego-state therapy, and are chosen on what would be most appropriate to your individual goals.
Knowing that it is usually an experience of pain or frustration that prompts people to seek counseling, my goal is to provide a safe place for you to effectively move through it. Often that pain comes from unmet needs, harmful experiences, or coping systems that no longer serve you. I want to work with you, to offer reflection, understanding, information, and new windows to help you experience relief and a sense of well being. Approaches include, but are not limited to, insight oriented talk therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, EFT, and Ego-state therapy, and are chosen on what would be most appropriate to your individual goals.

Would you like to improve your assertive communication skills, manage stress and conflict more effectively, deepen your relationships and improve your sense of well-being? If so, therapy may be able to help you reach your goals. You may also be struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or a major life transition. Talking with someone you trust can help you discover key insights, barriers to change, and effective coping strategies. Participating in therapy takes a lot of courage: my goal is to provide a safe environment where you can share what's most important to you and we can work together to support your growth.
Would you like to improve your assertive communication skills, manage stress and conflict more effectively, deepen your relationships and improve your sense of well-being? If so, therapy may be able to help you reach your goals. You may also be struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or a major life transition. Talking with someone you trust can help you discover key insights, barriers to change, and effective coping strategies. Participating in therapy takes a lot of courage: my goal is to provide a safe environment where you can share what's most important to you and we can work together to support your growth.

I strive to create a safe, respectful space in which we can work together to understand the current problems and conflicts impacting your life, and identify self-defeating patterns that keep you from reaching your full potential. We will watch to see how and when these patterns occur in the therapeutic process itself and work to trace problems back to their roots in earlier periods of your life. By gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves, we attain greater freedom to choose how we wish to live, to strengthen our relationships and find joy in life.
I strive to create a safe, respectful space in which we can work together to understand the current problems and conflicts impacting your life, and identify self-defeating patterns that keep you from reaching your full potential. We will watch to see how and when these patterns occur in the therapeutic process itself and work to trace problems back to their roots in earlier periods of your life. By gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves, we attain greater freedom to choose how we wish to live, to strengthen our relationships and find joy in life.

I assist adults and couples with psycho-spiritual practices, relationships, parenting, life transitions, anxiety/depression, and loss. My practice is oriented toward psychological and spiritual integration. Through a combination of mindfulness, somatic and systems therapies, clients develop deeper relationship with all aspects of themself. Together, we'll help you access more Love and appreciation for parts of yourself you may judge harshly; and look for guidance from the Wisdom that you already embody.
I assist adults and couples with psycho-spiritual practices, relationships, parenting, life transitions, anxiety/depression, and loss. My practice is oriented toward psychological and spiritual integration. Through a combination of mindfulness, somatic and systems therapies, clients develop deeper relationship with all aspects of themself. Together, we'll help you access more Love and appreciation for parts of yourself you may judge harshly; and look for guidance from the Wisdom that you already embody.

My specialty is helping to strengthen resilience for clients in various stages of life transition. Possibly a young adult heading into the world and searching for a professional and personal identity, or a middle-aged adult caught in an unfulfilling relationship or career. Or a transition to a post-career life- who you are when your work identity no longer defines you. Making a successful transition requires the resilience to confront the obstacles and challenges which inevitably emerge. Resilience is not about
avoiding difficult situations, but rather about developing the skills and mindset to navigate them successfully.
My specialty is helping to strengthen resilience for clients in various stages of life transition. Possibly a young adult heading into the world and searching for a professional and personal identity, or a middle-aged adult caught in an unfulfilling relationship or career. Or a transition to a post-career life- who you are when your work identity no longer defines you. Making a successful transition requires the resilience to confront the obstacles and challenges which inevitably emerge. Resilience is not about
avoiding difficult situations, but rather about developing the skills and mindset to navigate them successfully.

Did you know that trauma effects 70% of the population? It's the silence and the shame that keeps us stuck or oscillating in all areas of life, including financially. Your bank account suffers as much as your mind or your body. Because by age 35 your decisions are a memorized set of patterns, beliefs and behaviors. So you keep doing the same thing over and over and over again. Year after year. Maybe a different context but the outcome is the same. It's exhausting. I bring my 35 years of training from EMDR, gestalt, NLP, Self psychology and a little known discovery called the window of consolidation.
Did you know that trauma effects 70% of the population? It's the silence and the shame that keeps us stuck or oscillating in all areas of life, including financially. Your bank account suffers as much as your mind or your body. Because by age 35 your decisions are a memorized set of patterns, beliefs and behaviors. So you keep doing the same thing over and over and over again. Year after year. Maybe a different context but the outcome is the same. It's exhausting. I bring my 35 years of training from EMDR, gestalt, NLP, Self psychology and a little known discovery called the window of consolidation.

Do you need couples therapy, sex therapy, or individual support? For couples, I am a sex and relationship therapist. We work together to understand and shift what gets in the way of your goals. I support couples with infidelity, ENM, kink, high conflict, communication issues, and more. If you and your partner(s) are feeling stuck, I am here to support you with sliding scale down to $105 or using a variety of insurances. I have done training in Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples and sex therapy (ATSIP Level 1). I am currently a year into regular trainings in ISTDP for Couples, AEDP for Couples, and EFT.
Do you need couples therapy, sex therapy, or individual support? For couples, I am a sex and relationship therapist. We work together to understand and shift what gets in the way of your goals. I support couples with infidelity, ENM, kink, high conflict, communication issues, and more. If you and your partner(s) are feeling stuck, I am here to support you with sliding scale down to $105 or using a variety of insurances. I have done training in Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples and sex therapy (ATSIP Level 1). I am currently a year into regular trainings in ISTDP for Couples, AEDP for Couples, and EFT.

I offer respectful, sincere, compassionate therapy in a safe environment. Therapy gives you time and space for one on one support in a private setting which can be so helpful when things get overwhelming. I will actively listen and collaborate with you on increasing insight while fostering empowerment and identifying tools for change.
I offer respectful, sincere, compassionate therapy in a safe environment. Therapy gives you time and space for one on one support in a private setting which can be so helpful when things get overwhelming. I will actively listen and collaborate with you on increasing insight while fostering empowerment and identifying tools for change.

Hello. My name is Miles and my heart is devoted to working with individuals, couples, and communities to feel more fully connected to a life of richness and authenticity. I maintain the relational and systemic perspective that problems exist between people, rather than within people. My clients tend to be folks from all walks of life who are interested in taking a holistic approach towards being in a healthier relationship with their wounds for the sake of greater response-ability and belonging.
Hello. My name is Miles and my heart is devoted to working with individuals, couples, and communities to feel more fully connected to a life of richness and authenticity. I maintain the relational and systemic perspective that problems exist between people, rather than within people. My clients tend to be folks from all walks of life who are interested in taking a holistic approach towards being in a healthier relationship with their wounds for the sake of greater response-ability and belonging.

Sisu Healing Partners
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CADCIII, QMHP, CIP, LICSWA
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97209
Sisu Healing Partners provides therapy, sober companions, family coaching, interventions and sober transports. We are a team of highly trained individuals who strive to help guide your loved one on their journey to recovery. We work along side clients to help them create an environment that is safe for recovery. We believe that through healing the family system we can better support the individual on their road to recovery. Our goal is to create a creative and outside the box approach to recovery from use, eating disorders and other mental health disorders.
Sisu Healing Partners provides therapy, sober companions, family coaching, interventions and sober transports. We are a team of highly trained individuals who strive to help guide your loved one on their journey to recovery. We work along side clients to help them create an environment that is safe for recovery. We believe that through healing the family system we can better support the individual on their road to recovery. Our goal is to create a creative and outside the box approach to recovery from use, eating disorders and other mental health disorders.

The experience of therapy can be profoundly rewarding and life-changing, but I understand that taking the first step can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I believe that self-awareness is the foundation for meaningful change, and I am passionate about helping individuals deepen their understanding of their emotions, thought patterns, and behaviors. With this awareness comes greater self-acceptance and freedom, making space for growth, healing, and the ability to live a more purposeful and fulfilling life.
The experience of therapy can be profoundly rewarding and life-changing, but I understand that taking the first step can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I believe that self-awareness is the foundation for meaningful change, and I am passionate about helping individuals deepen their understanding of their emotions, thought patterns, and behaviors. With this awareness comes greater self-acceptance and freedom, making space for growth, healing, and the ability to live a more purposeful and fulfilling life.

Stellium Integrative Wellness is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy techniques to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness (cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, & grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). Areas of expertise include life coaching, hypnosis, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
Stellium Integrative Wellness is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy techniques to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness (cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, & grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). Areas of expertise include life coaching, hypnosis, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.

Portland Depth Psychotherapy Laura Birchard, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CADCI
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97209
You hold a unique process of transformation within. Yet becoming your authentic self in the world can be deeply challenging. You may feel stuck, disconnected, and weighed down by something you can’t quite name. A part of you longs for change, yet the way forward feels unclear. I work with teens and adults helping them understand their emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with what feels true and whole. Symptoms can be a calling to deeper self connection. Using a compassionate, creative approach, I support those facing personal growth challenges, early life trauma, stressful and overwhelming experiences, and mood disorders.
You hold a unique process of transformation within. Yet becoming your authentic self in the world can be deeply challenging. You may feel stuck, disconnected, and weighed down by something you can’t quite name. A part of you longs for change, yet the way forward feels unclear. I work with teens and adults helping them understand their emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with what feels true and whole. Symptoms can be a calling to deeper self connection. Using a compassionate, creative approach, I support those facing personal growth challenges, early life trauma, stressful and overwhelming experiences, and mood disorders.

Are you feeling stuck or dissatisfied with life? Have you felt trapped in cycles of self-doubt, sadness, worry, frustration, and stress? Do you feel disconnected from others or yourself? My work centers on aligning you with who you know you truly are by rediscovering what is most important to you in life. I’m passionate about guiding others in expressing their most authentic selves while helping them to create lives truly worth living. We all have a unique life story that deserves to be nourished, honored, and shared.
Are you feeling stuck or dissatisfied with life? Have you felt trapped in cycles of self-doubt, sadness, worry, frustration, and stress? Do you feel disconnected from others or yourself? My work centers on aligning you with who you know you truly are by rediscovering what is most important to you in life. I’m passionate about guiding others in expressing their most authentic selves while helping them to create lives truly worth living. We all have a unique life story that deserves to be nourished, honored, and shared.

In my practice I provide relationship focused therapy for adult individuals. It is my passion to support clients as they unfold, progress and discover new insights. I believe the therapeutic process can help increase awareness and lead to healthier choices creating a greater sense of freedom and stability in our lives. I create a non- threatening atmosphere of trust and safety for all people. This environment provides a solid foundation for our therapeutic relationship to develop and prosper.
In my practice I provide relationship focused therapy for adult individuals. It is my passion to support clients as they unfold, progress and discover new insights. I believe the therapeutic process can help increase awareness and lead to healthier choices creating a greater sense of freedom and stability in our lives. I create a non- threatening atmosphere of trust and safety for all people. This environment provides a solid foundation for our therapeutic relationship to develop and prosper.
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Number of Therapists in 97209
200+
Average cost per session
$170
Therapists in 97209 who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
83% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Grief |
69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
57% | PacificSource |
52% | Aetna |
51% | Regence |
How Therapists in 97209 see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
72% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
6% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.