Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

9201 Southeast Foster Road, 207, Portland, OR 97266

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Healing is a journey. For some, "healing" means reversing years of trauma, and for others it means 'getting out of my own head' or 'getting un-stuck.' For everyone, the path to healing is a difficult one, and it is lighter, easier, more meaningful when others join in with you. To you who have tried to go it alone, I invite you to reach out. Connecting with a counselor is a way to get un-stuck in your journey towards health, to bring healing to those deeper places of hurt.

My goal in working with a client is to help them develop the insight, skills, strengths, resources, and supports to work toward that state of being "healthy." I work with the best available, evidence-based modalities to support people on their journey towards health. This includes EMDR, trauma-based, and attachment-based modalities.

Life is hard, and for many, so is asking for help. And life is better, and easier, with the help of others. I would encourage anyone who has lost hope, who feels over-burdened, or worn out by life to reach out. I can help you get back on track to living a healthy, hopeful, meaningful life.

Call or Email Aaron Kelsay now for a free 15 minute consultation - (503) 461-1286

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Progress Counseling

9201 Southeast Foster Road

207

Portland, OR 97266 map

(503) 461-1286

I am currently offering both telehealth and in person sessions, using the best available Covid safety tools

I specialize in Substance Use, Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Hello! I'm Aaron Kelsay, LPC, CADC I, and I am currently accepting new clients!

Let's Connect (503) 461-1286

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Progress Counseling

9201 Southeast Foster Road

207

Portland, OR 97266 map

(503) 461-1286

I am currently offering both telehealth and in person sessions, using the best available Covid safety tools

I specialize in Substance Use, Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Hello! I'm Aaron Kelsay, LPC, CADC I, and I am currently accepting new clients!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

Aetna
Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
PacificSource
Regence
Out of Network

At this time, I am paneled with OHP, BCBS, Pacific Source, and Aetna.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

At this time, I am paneled with OHP, BCBS, Pacific Source, and Aetna.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / C6184 Aaron Kelsay

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 9 years

Attended Western Seminary, Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

License: Washington State Department of Health LH 61268738 / 2023

Certificate from MHACBO 19-10-23 / 2021

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and certified substance use counselor.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and certified substance use counselor.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Substance Use
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Addiction
ADHD
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bisexual
Burnout
Coping Skills
Depression
Dual Diagnosis
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
LGBTQ+
Men's Issues
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sleep or Insomnia
Spiritual / religious abuse, trauma
Stress
Thinking Disorders

I help people who are seeking to overcome their trauma (and "trauma" hangs out with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, addiction) and related symptoms. Treatment typically involves engaging with your history, developing a picture of what "progress" looks like for you, and tapping into your skills, strengths, supports to start working towards health.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

5 Endorsements

New Pattern Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC, II, MA

John Carlsen

Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC

Jaben Houk

Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT

Corey O'Connell

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MAC, MDiv, LPC, LMHC

Heleen Woest

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

The heart and soul of my practice is IFS/parts (and related emotion- and body-focused modalities), and the structure or "bones" of our work together is SFBT, or a more cognitive, here-and-now orientation. You'll experience a holistic approach to healing that brings in all skills, strengths, resources and supports to help you make progress on your journey to health.

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-1286

Location

Primary Location

Progress Counseling

9201 Southeast Foster Road

207

Portland, OR 97266

(503) 461-1286

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I am currently offering both telehealth and in person sessions, using the best available Covid safety tools

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call for a free consultation now - (503) 461-1286

I am currently offering both telehealth and in person sessions, using the best available Covid safety tools

Aaron Kelsay

Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I

Call for a free consultation now - (503) 461-1286