Therapists in 97217
Lauren believes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy: Changing thinking patterns can lead to improvements in mood and behavior. Setting measurable goals and problem-solving to figure out the best way to reach them can create positive changes in your life and give you tools to overcome obstacles. Her main areas of focus include depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys drawing, painting, playing piano, and knitting. Services Offered: Individual Therapy
Lauren believes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy: Changing thinking patterns can lead to improvements in mood and behavior. Setting measurable goals and problem-solving to figure out the best way to reach them can create positive changes in your life and give you tools to overcome obstacles. Her main areas of focus include depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys drawing, painting, playing piano, and knitting. Services Offered: Individual Therapy
Jennifer believes that the capacity and potential to change is within every person. She works in partnership with clients to develop a deeper understanding of individual strengths, personal challenges, and inner wisdom to facilitate moving through life authentically with a sense of meaning and intention. Her approach is integrative within existential, interpersonal, humanistic, and mindfulnessbased traditions, with an emphasis in developing insight, awareness and empathy for self, living in the present moment, and finding personal meaning.
Jennifer believes that the capacity and potential to change is within every person. She works in partnership with clients to develop a deeper understanding of individual strengths, personal challenges, and inner wisdom to facilitate moving through life authentically with a sense of meaning and intention. Her approach is integrative within existential, interpersonal, humanistic, and mindfulnessbased traditions, with an emphasis in developing insight, awareness and empathy for self, living in the present moment, and finding personal meaning.
ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, parenting issues, LGBTQ+, transgender issues, depression, stress management, abuse, anxieties, trauma, anger management, grief/death, PTSD, women’s issues, and bipolar disorder. In her spare time, Kate enjoys backpacking, cooking, gardening, and spending time with family, pets and friends.
ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, parenting issues, LGBTQ+, transgender issues, depression, stress management, abuse, anxieties, trauma, anger management, grief/death, PTSD, women’s issues, and bipolar disorder. In her spare time, Kate enjoys backpacking, cooking, gardening, and spending time with family, pets and friends.
Mary Chakhtoura, CSWA Mary Chakhtoura is a Certified Social Worker Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BA Humanities degree and a Master of Social Work degree. Mary helps clients by understanding that they are so much more than their problems and that none of us exist in a vacuum. Mary helps clients become their own therapists by learning about the relationships between thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Clients will learn to identify the cultural factors, core beliefs, assumptions, and dysfunctional automatic thoughts that are contributing to their problems.
Mary Chakhtoura, CSWA Mary Chakhtoura is a Certified Social Worker Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BA Humanities degree and a Master of Social Work degree. Mary helps clients by understanding that they are so much more than their problems and that none of us exist in a vacuum. Mary helps clients become their own therapists by learning about the relationships between thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Clients will learn to identify the cultural factors, core beliefs, assumptions, and dysfunctional automatic thoughts that are contributing to their problems.
Hello. I'm a therapist with 20 years of experience helping adults and adolescents with grief, trauma, mental health, sex and sexuality, problematic substance use, behavioral addictions, and many other concerns. I use a harm reduction approach to substance use. I am open-minded and non-judgmental, and LGBTQ+ allied. I have experience with clients who are polyamorous and practice ethical non-monogamy. I primarily meet with clients using the HMSA online care platform, and can also accommodate other Telehealth options.
Hello. I'm a therapist with 20 years of experience helping adults and adolescents with grief, trauma, mental health, sex and sexuality, problematic substance use, behavioral addictions, and many other concerns. I use a harm reduction approach to substance use. I am open-minded and non-judgmental, and LGBTQ+ allied. I have experience with clients who are polyamorous and practice ethical non-monogamy. I primarily meet with clients using the HMSA online care platform, and can also accommodate other Telehealth options.
Jennifer Bivona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97217
Not accepting new clients
The values of my practice are authenticity, intention, and curiosity and I am likely a good fit for you if you are seeking more of these in your life. I identify as mixed race and neurodivergent and have specialized training in Neurodivergent affirming care.
The values of my practice are authenticity, intention, and curiosity and I am likely a good fit for you if you are seeking more of these in your life. I identify as mixed race and neurodivergent and have specialized training in Neurodivergent affirming care.
I believe we are all working to live the healthiest lives we can for ourselves, our families and our community. At times it can be difficult to find balance or we can become stuck in situations that we can't seem to find our way out of. I work with you to identify what support or changes you want to experience in your life to help return to a healthy lifestyle. I use your language to explore the situations and support skill building. All treatment goals are identified with you in session.
I believe we are all working to live the healthiest lives we can for ourselves, our families and our community. At times it can be difficult to find balance or we can become stuck in situations that we can't seem to find our way out of. I work with you to identify what support or changes you want to experience in your life to help return to a healthy lifestyle. I use your language to explore the situations and support skill building. All treatment goals are identified with you in session.
Teresa Zahariades
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97217
Not accepting new clients
It is time. You are experiencing an internal nudge to examine your life. You want results- to feel more alive, awake and connected to yourself and a life congruent with what matters to you. You want to rediscover (or find for the first time) the best version of yourself. Our sessions will focus on what it means to feel content, aware, fulfilled and live an intentional life. The potential is wired within you. The transformational process has already started as you search for the right match. I provide uniquely focused and steady guidance for you to better understand yourself and live life differently. Contact me to start.
It is time. You are experiencing an internal nudge to examine your life. You want results- to feel more alive, awake and connected to yourself and a life congruent with what matters to you. You want to rediscover (or find for the first time) the best version of yourself. Our sessions will focus on what it means to feel content, aware, fulfilled and live an intentional life. The potential is wired within you. The transformational process has already started as you search for the right match. I provide uniquely focused and steady guidance for you to better understand yourself and live life differently. Contact me to start.
Riley Shaffer is a Clinical Social Work Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2021. She has studied at Boston University School of Social Work and Boston University School of Public Health. Riley’s approach in therapy is authentic, adaptive, creative, and collaborative. She uses an empathicperson centered approach to think and works with each individual to find what part(s) of therapy may be best for them. Riley works to support clients in (re)finding and illuminating their internal and external strengths and resources.
Riley Shaffer is a Clinical Social Work Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2021. She has studied at Boston University School of Social Work and Boston University School of Public Health. Riley’s approach in therapy is authentic, adaptive, creative, and collaborative. She uses an empathicperson centered approach to think and works with each individual to find what part(s) of therapy may be best for them. Riley works to support clients in (re)finding and illuminating their internal and external strengths and resources.
Olivia Resnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97217
Not accepting new clients
It is my belief that in spite of all life’s pains and challenges that it is entirely possible to find contentedness and even joy in our experience. I aim to learn about my client’s past, their values, life desires, and the current struggles that get in the way of daily life. It is through this exchange that we build a therapeutic relationship and set the stage for our work together.
It is my belief that in spite of all life’s pains and challenges that it is entirely possible to find contentedness and even joy in our experience. I aim to learn about my client’s past, their values, life desires, and the current struggles that get in the way of daily life. It is through this exchange that we build a therapeutic relationship and set the stage for our work together.
My philosophy of counseling is based on the belief that the client possesses the power to change, and that it is my role to help the client become aware of how to understand and utilize that power. I operate from a systemic approach in which I consider all the interactions a client is having with their family and community and suggest alternatives that might lead to the changes a client desires. I accept whatever goals and frameworks the client and/or family bring to sessions, and attempt to work within their framework to help folks achieve what they desire. I work in English and attempt to be culturally relevant in my suggestions.
My philosophy of counseling is based on the belief that the client possesses the power to change, and that it is my role to help the client become aware of how to understand and utilize that power. I operate from a systemic approach in which I consider all the interactions a client is having with their family and community and suggest alternatives that might lead to the changes a client desires. I accept whatever goals and frameworks the client and/or family bring to sessions, and attempt to work within their framework to help folks achieve what they desire. I work in English and attempt to be culturally relevant in my suggestions.
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I’m interested in working with people who would like to take a holistic look at their mental health. This can include an interpersonal counseling approach as well as testing for and treating any potential underlying physiological causes of mental and emotional symptoms. I particularly enjoy working with people with mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and OCD.
I’m interested in working with people who would like to take a holistic look at their mental health. This can include an interpersonal counseling approach as well as testing for and treating any potential underlying physiological causes of mental and emotional symptoms. I particularly enjoy working with people with mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and OCD.
Services Offered Emily has experience working with people of all ages. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families. Emily enjoys reading and listening to audiobooks. Hiking the Colombia River Gorge with her family and friends is one of her favorite things to do. She enjoys cooking and baking new recipes.
Services Offered Emily has experience working with people of all ages. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families. Emily enjoys reading and listening to audiobooks. Hiking the Colombia River Gorge with her family and friends is one of her favorite things to do. She enjoys cooking and baking new recipes.
Above all else, finding the best therapist for YOU is most important here. I know this sea of profiles can be overwhelming so I'll try to offer some help: the people who work best with me appreciate having a straight-shooter. They aren’t afraid of being challenged while being supported. They receive my awkward analogies and welcome the healing power of both laughter and silence into our sessions. If you need a cheerleader for really poor decisions and disordered thinking, I will not be a good fit for you. But if you are looking for a therapist who is direct AND compassionate, strategic AND patient, and 100% authentic, that’s me.
Above all else, finding the best therapist for YOU is most important here. I know this sea of profiles can be overwhelming so I'll try to offer some help: the people who work best with me appreciate having a straight-shooter. They aren’t afraid of being challenged while being supported. They receive my awkward analogies and welcome the healing power of both laughter and silence into our sessions. If you need a cheerleader for really poor decisions and disordered thinking, I will not be a good fit for you. But if you are looking for a therapist who is direct AND compassionate, strategic AND patient, and 100% authentic, that’s me.
*Currently accepting new clients* In this new world, with unexpected disasters seeming to descend every day, and with an unprecedented level of connection to the larger world--complete with all of its joys and devastations--we are all a bit unmoored. I believe that we already contain all of the puzzle pieces that we need to survive and thrive, and I believe in the brave and necessary lifetime work of putting them together.
*Currently accepting new clients* In this new world, with unexpected disasters seeming to descend every day, and with an unprecedented level of connection to the larger world--complete with all of its joys and devastations--we are all a bit unmoored. I believe that we already contain all of the puzzle pieces that we need to survive and thrive, and I believe in the brave and necessary lifetime work of putting them together.
Kyla Cadieux, LCSW Portland Cognitive Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97217
Not accepting new clients
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and creative process that evokes thoughtful reflection and brings out the resilience in you. Resilience is accepting a new reality, even if not ideal. It is my belief that no matter what life hands you, internal resiliency is your birth right and can help you find and restore balance. Even though innate abilities differ among people, a sense of mastery can be cultivated. My therapeutic approach is to help clients restore their sense of confidence and safety in themselves and in the world.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and creative process that evokes thoughtful reflection and brings out the resilience in you. Resilience is accepting a new reality, even if not ideal. It is my belief that no matter what life hands you, internal resiliency is your birth right and can help you find and restore balance. Even though innate abilities differ among people, a sense of mastery can be cultivated. My therapeutic approach is to help clients restore their sense of confidence and safety in themselves and in the world.
Eric Naramore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon who has been practicing since 2023. He earned a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Lewis & Clark College. Eric works with the belief that every individual has the capabilities to make their life more meaningful to themselves and has the ability to solve the problems that they face day to day. Eric believes that a therapist's role is to assist the client, couple, and family to realize the ideal that they want and help them find the solutions that they want to use.
Eric Naramore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon who has been practicing since 2023. He earned a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Lewis & Clark College. Eric works with the belief that every individual has the capabilities to make their life more meaningful to themselves and has the ability to solve the problems that they face day to day. Eric believes that a therapist's role is to assist the client, couple, and family to realize the ideal that they want and help them find the solutions that they want to use.
To consult, visit: awakenedheartpdx.com/book-with-us .. Therapy connects you to your authentic self, an act of self-love. It is a leap of reconnection to the deeper layers within you that fuel growth, acceptance and contentment. I offer tools to support you as you evolve, optimizing your present moment. With a psychodynamic lens, I can connect you to the various "selfs" you've inhabited through the years. And with mindfulness, I connect you to awakening your full self, shedding limiting beliefs and reframing narratives. Whether your needs are focused on short-term, or long-term, I welcome them.
To consult, visit: awakenedheartpdx.com/book-with-us .. Therapy connects you to your authentic self, an act of self-love. It is a leap of reconnection to the deeper layers within you that fuel growth, acceptance and contentment. I offer tools to support you as you evolve, optimizing your present moment. With a psychodynamic lens, I can connect you to the various "selfs" you've inhabited through the years. And with mindfulness, I connect you to awakening your full self, shedding limiting beliefs and reframing narratives. Whether your needs are focused on short-term, or long-term, I welcome them.
Hi, I'm glad you're here and want to acknowledge that it takes courage to reach out, especially when emotions are overwhelming. Taking these first steps is a move towards understanding and managing your feelings. I approach therapy holistically, helping clients attune to their emotions, experience them safely, and identify their needs. I work with people from diverse backgrounds, am LGBTQ+ affirming, and welcome all belief systems. My goal is to create a safe space where societal expectations and judgments fall away, allowing you to be vulnerable and truly yourself.
Hi, I'm glad you're here and want to acknowledge that it takes courage to reach out, especially when emotions are overwhelming. Taking these first steps is a move towards understanding and managing your feelings. I approach therapy holistically, helping clients attune to their emotions, experience them safely, and identify their needs. I work with people from diverse backgrounds, am LGBTQ+ affirming, and welcome all belief systems. My goal is to create a safe space where societal expectations and judgments fall away, allowing you to be vulnerable and truly yourself.
July Choi, Professional Counselor Associate July Choi is a Professional Counselor Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2020. July believes kids do well when they can. As a child and family therapist, she creates a safe space for her clients to explore, reflect, discover, and nurture new skills. July is particularly passionate about working with female non/binary teens struggling with depression, suicidality, anxiety, anger management, relational issues, substance use, and OCD. She uses an eclectic approach tailored to each person and their specific needs.
July Choi, Professional Counselor Associate July Choi is a Professional Counselor Associate in Oregon who has been practicing since 2020. July believes kids do well when they can. As a child and family therapist, she creates a safe space for her clients to explore, reflect, discover, and nurture new skills. July is particularly passionate about working with female non/binary teens struggling with depression, suicidality, anxiety, anger management, relational issues, substance use, and OCD. She uses an eclectic approach tailored to each person and their specific needs.
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Number of Therapists in 97217
100+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in 97217 who prioritize treating:
| 87% | Anxiety |
| 78% | Depression |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Relationship Issues |
| 62% | Grief |
| 62% | Self Esteem |
| 61% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 61% | Aetna |
| 46% | PacificSource |
| 42% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 97217 see their clients
| 54% | In Person and Online | |
| 46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 70% | Female | |
| 24% | Male | |
| 6% | Non-Binary |