Therapists in Washington County, OR
Michelle Ficalora
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, CSWA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97008
Hi there! I’m Michelle Ficalora, and I’m a mental health clinician intern here at Positive Inner Self, working towards becoming a LCSW. I’m currently a Clinical Social Work Associate. My pronouns are she/they, and I am trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ allied. I specialize in working with clients of all ages, helping to address both the symptoms and root causes of your stressors in individual or group sessions. I’ll help guide you on the way to reaching your goals, using humor, play, and light physical engagement to keep things moving.
Hi there! I’m Michelle Ficalora, and I’m a mental health clinician intern here at Positive Inner Self, working towards becoming a LCSW. I’m currently a Clinical Social Work Associate. My pronouns are she/they, and I am trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ allied. I specialize in working with clients of all ages, helping to address both the symptoms and root causes of your stressors in individual or group sessions. I’ll help guide you on the way to reaching your goals, using humor, play, and light physical engagement to keep things moving.
Mark Saren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97008 (Online Only)
I help people who seek to increase awareness, strengths, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I have found the best predictor of effective therapy is how well the client connects with the therapist. I am open to working with all people, cultures and concerns.
I help people who seek to increase awareness, strengths, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I have found the best predictor of effective therapy is how well the client connects with the therapist. I am open to working with all people, cultures and concerns.
Christine Esparza Estrada
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Oregon and I have more than 15 years of clinical experience. The majority of my clinical work was for the Oregon State Hospital and the Department of Corrections. I believe that each individual has the potential to change and move toward a healthy and satisfying lifestyle. In therapy, I draw on client strengths and provide opportunities to explore client thoughts, feelings and behaviors to assist with client insight and awareness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and I am committed to providing the best practice clinical services to my clients.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Oregon and I have more than 15 years of clinical experience. The majority of my clinical work was for the Oregon State Hospital and the Department of Corrections. I believe that each individual has the potential to change and move toward a healthy and satisfying lifestyle. In therapy, I draw on client strengths and provide opportunities to explore client thoughts, feelings and behaviors to assist with client insight and awareness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and I am committed to providing the best practice clinical services to my clients.
Heather Rocha
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97075 (Online Only)
Therapy can support our own ability to grow and change. My approach incorporates neuroscience with time honored practices and compassion for wherever you are in your journey. We will work together to tailor therapy to your values, goals, and needs. I work with disabilities, chronic pain and illness, medical trauma, difficult and abusive relationships, grief and loss, identity development and life changes, neurodivergent individuals, perinatal/postpartum, parents, veterans, and more. I'm happy to include your spiritual practice in your therapy and find moments of humor can support the therapy process.
Therapy can support our own ability to grow and change. My approach incorporates neuroscience with time honored practices and compassion for wherever you are in your journey. We will work together to tailor therapy to your values, goals, and needs. I work with disabilities, chronic pain and illness, medical trauma, difficult and abusive relationships, grief and loss, identity development and life changes, neurodivergent individuals, perinatal/postpartum, parents, veterans, and more. I'm happy to include your spiritual practice in your therapy and find moments of humor can support the therapy process.
Barcelona Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97005
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. We have experience working with individuals, couples, and families from different backgrounds and needs. We use different and personalized techniques/strategies to help you get to the root of the problem, make conscious change to find stability, growth, problem resolution, and emotional relief. NEUROFEEDBACK and EMDR modalities to address many issues. Please visit our webpage at www.barcelonacounseling.org
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. We have experience working with individuals, couples, and families from different backgrounds and needs. We use different and personalized techniques/strategies to help you get to the root of the problem, make conscious change to find stability, growth, problem resolution, and emotional relief. NEUROFEEDBACK and EMDR modalities to address many issues. Please visit our webpage at www.barcelonacounseling.org
Laura Huerta
Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97006
Life can be wonderful, but it also is full of hardships and struggles. Keeping it all inside often leads to more suffering. One can feel caught in patterns affecting all aspects of their lives, but I know people can grow. Therefore, I provide an environment of support, respect, warmth, and empathy where you are heard and seen. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. Common trauma symptoms include anxiety; depression; obsessions; compulsions; physical and emotional distress; difficulty concentrating, sleeping, connecting with others; negative feelings and thoughts; and feeling isolated, alone.
Life can be wonderful, but it also is full of hardships and struggles. Keeping it all inside often leads to more suffering. One can feel caught in patterns affecting all aspects of their lives, but I know people can grow. Therefore, I provide an environment of support, respect, warmth, and empathy where you are heard and seen. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. Common trauma symptoms include anxiety; depression; obsessions; compulsions; physical and emotional distress; difficulty concentrating, sleeping, connecting with others; negative feelings and thoughts; and feeling isolated, alone.
Neupathway (Amber Ford)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients, same week availability..............We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability..............We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
Jacqueline Head
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sherwood, OR 97140
Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and collaborator. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit in small steps. Change brings improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-end cycle and entering a cycle of growth and change is what I am all about.
Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and collaborator. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit in small steps. Change brings improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-end cycle and entering a cycle of growth and change is what I am all about.
Behavioral Imprints LLC- Alexandra McCallen
MEd, BCBA, LBA, IBA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97007 (Online Only)
Behavioral Imprints is here to help those with challenges in executive functioning and social skills. Through a personalized, and holistic approach, our goal is to empower you to become the most independent you can be, and realize your personalized goals.
Behavioral Imprints is here to help those with challenges in executive functioning and social skills. Through a personalized, and holistic approach, our goal is to empower you to become the most independent you can be, and realize your personalized goals.
William (Billy) J.w. Feldmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that people entering into a therapeutic relationship have made an empowering decision to invest and promote healthy and meaningful changes in their lives. Successful therapy requires honesty, transparency, trust, and collaboratively working towards goals that promote healthy living and optimal well-being. I employ a variety of evidence-based counseling practices, with the intent of customizing each approach to match the client and their healing journey. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss, severe mental illness, stress, life transitions, and addiction
I believe that people entering into a therapeutic relationship have made an empowering decision to invest and promote healthy and meaningful changes in their lives. Successful therapy requires honesty, transparency, trust, and collaboratively working towards goals that promote healthy living and optimal well-being. I employ a variety of evidence-based counseling practices, with the intent of customizing each approach to match the client and their healing journey. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss, severe mental illness, stress, life transitions, and addiction
Dr. Nicole La Verne
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MAC, CADCIII, ACS
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Is life becoming challenging, overwhelming, confusing, unfair, and more? I understand! I have over 28 years of experience supporting people struggling with a variety of issues - depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma & PTSD, grief & loss, life changes, abuse, and more. I personally and professionally understand the dynamics that accompany many of these life challenges.
Is life becoming challenging, overwhelming, confusing, unfair, and more? I understand! I have over 28 years of experience supporting people struggling with a variety of issues - depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma & PTSD, grief & loss, life changes, abuse, and more. I personally and professionally understand the dynamics that accompany many of these life challenges.
David A Sangster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005
From struggling to THRIVING. Become more fully "yourself." Enjoy relationship satisfaction. Strengthen connection to something bigger that is meaningful. Get relief from depression and anxiety (really!). Improve effectiveness at work. Feel more at home in your body, content. Mindful and present. LAUGH. Choosing a therapist that is both really good AND a great fit is important. There is a difference here you will experience from the get go. The office is in a 1930's Cape Cod style house...inviting & comfortable. With warmth and character. David is unusually relational and "real." Sessions are 60, 75 or 90 minutes rather than 50.
From struggling to THRIVING. Become more fully "yourself." Enjoy relationship satisfaction. Strengthen connection to something bigger that is meaningful. Get relief from depression and anxiety (really!). Improve effectiveness at work. Feel more at home in your body, content. Mindful and present. LAUGH. Choosing a therapist that is both really good AND a great fit is important. There is a difference here you will experience from the get go. The office is in a 1930's Cape Cod style house...inviting & comfortable. With warmth and character. David is unusually relational and "real." Sessions are 60, 75 or 90 minutes rather than 50.
Alicia Pasik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
Are you hungry for a change, but not sure how to achieve it? Perhaps you are feeling lost, or stuck. Maybe you are looking for the tools to process a traumatic event, or tools to move past a negative thought pattern. Or maybe you are new at putting your needs first, and wanting to learn how to establish boundaries with others. We all have points in our lives when we could use someone in our corner to help us navigate through the muddy waters.
Are you hungry for a change, but not sure how to achieve it? Perhaps you are feeling lost, or stuck. Maybe you are looking for the tools to process a traumatic event, or tools to move past a negative thought pattern. Or maybe you are new at putting your needs first, and wanting to learn how to establish boundaries with others. We all have points in our lives when we could use someone in our corner to help us navigate through the muddy waters.
Alison M Hurst
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaverton, OR 97008 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Working through life stressors, both current and past, can feel overwhelming. It is not easy and it takes strength to take the first steps towards getting support and reaching out. My approach to therapy is as a team, coming together as equals to find a plan and strategies that fit for you. As a team, we will be taking this road together. I hope to instill the feeling that you are not alone through this journey. It is my goal to help you build the tools you need to reach your therapy goals and navigate stressful experiences when they occur. My main experience is working with clients with trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, and grief.
Working through life stressors, both current and past, can feel overwhelming. It is not easy and it takes strength to take the first steps towards getting support and reaching out. My approach to therapy is as a team, coming together as equals to find a plan and strategies that fit for you. As a team, we will be taking this road together. I hope to instill the feeling that you are not alone through this journey. It is my goal to help you build the tools you need to reach your therapy goals and navigate stressful experiences when they occur. My main experience is working with clients with trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, and grief.
Dr. Jenn Hutchinson
Occupational Therapist, OTR/L, OTD
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults with illness, disability, or going through life transitions to develop strategies to address relationships, intimacy, connection, sexual wellness, pelvic health, sexuality and gender expression. I'm passionate about the area of sexuality and intimacy as it intersects with illness and disability. Sex is an activity of daily living and I believe that sex, sexuality, gender expression, and creating intimate and loving connections are meaningful occupations. I'm trained in the biopsychosocial model and I analyze the larger picture of physical, mental, cognitive, sensory, social, and environmental contexts.
I work with adults with illness, disability, or going through life transitions to develop strategies to address relationships, intimacy, connection, sexual wellness, pelvic health, sexuality and gender expression. I'm passionate about the area of sexuality and intimacy as it intersects with illness and disability. Sex is an activity of daily living and I believe that sex, sexuality, gender expression, and creating intimate and loving connections are meaningful occupations. I'm trained in the biopsychosocial model and I analyze the larger picture of physical, mental, cognitive, sensory, social, and environmental contexts.
Laura Placek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHC, CADCIII, CMH
Verified Verified
Sherwood, OR 97140 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Bringing you affordable, confidential, and comprehensive services locally. We are an independent behavioral agency providing dual diagnosis and treatment services. Board certified and Licensed. I meet you where you are in life. My goal is to help you to identify paths to achieve personal goals, recovery, and life balance. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. I believe in compassionate and respectful person-centered care.
Bringing you affordable, confidential, and comprehensive services locally. We are an independent behavioral agency providing dual diagnosis and treatment services. Board certified and Licensed. I meet you where you are in life. My goal is to help you to identify paths to achieve personal goals, recovery, and life balance. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. I believe in compassionate and respectful person-centered care.
Randall Wright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97008
Not accepting new clients
I am not currently accepting new clients. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist (1 - 3 month's wait), you would want to fill out the new client inquiry form at my clinic's website hmhpdx.com. I practice depth psychology, meaning that one’s whole life story is important when considering present difficulties, struggling relationships, or emotional discord. In knowing how our lives have shaped us, we can bring healing to complicated relational patterns or painful past experiences, and find greater happiness in the here and now.
I am not currently accepting new clients. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist (1 - 3 month's wait), you would want to fill out the new client inquiry form at my clinic's website hmhpdx.com. I practice depth psychology, meaning that one’s whole life story is important when considering present difficulties, struggling relationships, or emotional discord. In knowing how our lives have shaped us, we can bring healing to complicated relational patterns or painful past experiences, and find greater happiness in the here and now.
Online Therapists
Lacey Burnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97219 (Online Only)
I have experience in addressing a wide range of concerns and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, chronic health struggles, self-esteem, stress management, and ADHD. My goal is to empower my clients with tools and insights that can facilitate positive change and enhance their overall quality of life.
I have experience in addressing a wide range of concerns and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, chronic health struggles, self-esteem, stress management, and ADHD. My goal is to empower my clients with tools and insights that can facilitate positive change and enhance their overall quality of life.
Hope Springs Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
My professional interests include, trauma-related issues (including combat-related PTSD), family-of-origin issues (for example, strained family relationships stemming from difficulties experienced in childhood), codependence/self-actualization, depression/anxiety, and self-worth issues including those stemming from ADHD-related struggles.
You already possess the ability to reach your full potential. My job as your therapist is to listen, walk alongside you, and help you move toward this potential. People seek therapy because they desire happiness. Let's begin by discovering what happiness looks like for you. Do you feel unheard, dismissed and over-ridden by a parent or partner even though you are an adult? Do you feel as though attempting to set new boundaries for yourself is next to impossible because important others will simply disregard them? Therapy can help you learn to fully validate within yourself what it is you feel and believe, and what it is you consider to be important. Peace, authenticity, and balance are springboards to happiness. My goal is to offer you individualized help in overcoming the obstacles that are blocking that happiness. Taking a step, reaching out for some help, will lead you to the change and growth you are hoping for. And whether you are seeking thriving relationships or simply greater contentment, I will help you tap into your own innate strengths to bring about a fuller, happier life.
My professional interests include, trauma-related issues (including combat-related PTSD), family-of-origin issues (for example, strained family relationships stemming from difficulties experienced in childhood), codependence/self-actualization, depression/anxiety, and self-worth issues including those stemming from ADHD-related struggles.
You already possess the ability to reach your full potential. My job as your therapist is to listen, walk alongside you, and help you move toward this potential. People seek therapy because they desire happiness. Let's begin by discovering what happiness looks like for you. Do you feel unheard, dismissed and over-ridden by a parent or partner even though you are an adult? Do you feel as though attempting to set new boundaries for yourself is next to impossible because important others will simply disregard them? Therapy can help you learn to fully validate within yourself what it is you feel and believe, and what it is you consider to be important. Peace, authenticity, and balance are springboards to happiness. My goal is to offer you individualized help in overcoming the obstacles that are blocking that happiness. Taking a step, reaching out for some help, will lead you to the change and growth you are hoping for. And whether you are seeking thriving relationships or simply greater contentment, I will help you tap into your own innate strengths to bring about a fuller, happier life.
Dean Harry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97305
Waitlist for new clients
Parent-child conflicts, anger management, grief, past or present suicidal ideation, and conflict resolution skills, intellectual disabilities, autism, emotional disturbance, other health impairment (mainly for ADHD, conduct disorder or oppositional defiant disorders) and specific learning disabilities.
As a professional counselor, I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. I can treat a wide range of mental health disorders. I can also offer support with parent-child conflicts, anger management, grief, past or present suicidal ideation, and conflict resolution skills. I am also familiar with issues and concerns related to marriage and long term relationships, parenting, substance use and recovery, divorce, and changes in phase of life. I prefer a Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) approach, while working with clients.
Parent-child conflicts, anger management, grief, past or present suicidal ideation, and conflict resolution skills, intellectual disabilities, autism, emotional disturbance, other health impairment (mainly for ADHD, conduct disorder or oppositional defiant disorders) and specific learning disabilities.
As a professional counselor, I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. I can treat a wide range of mental health disorders. I can also offer support with parent-child conflicts, anger management, grief, past or present suicidal ideation, and conflict resolution skills. I am also familiar with issues and concerns related to marriage and long term relationships, parenting, substance use and recovery, divorce, and changes in phase of life. I prefer a Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) approach, while working with clients.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.