Kathleen Polscer, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97210
"I love my work as a couples' counselor. I'm a Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator. I have over 20 years experience doing individual and couples therapy, and 15 years in private practice. I help couples improve communication, rekindle intimacy and improve awareness of patterns which may result in defensiveness, or feeling "not heard" by your partner. In individual therapy, I create a warm environment where my clients feel comfortable to discuss their issues. Together we develop goals & strategies for cultivating positive changes. In couples work, we address problematic communication to change those patterns from ineffective to effective habits & behaviors."
Gay Allied
(971) 832-5009
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97210
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Gay Allied
"I love my work as a couples' counselor. I'm a Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator. I have over 20 years experience doing individual and couples therapy, and 15 years in private practice. I help couples improve communication, rekindle intimacy and improve awareness of patterns which may result in defensiveness, or feeling "not heard" by your partner. In individual therapy, I create a warm environment where my clients feel comfortable to discuss their issues. Together we develop goals & strategies for cultivating positive changes. In couples work, we address problematic communication to change those patterns from ineffective to effective habits & behaviors."
(971) 832-5009
Matt Newey, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97205
"Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping. "
Gay Allied
(541) 316-1440
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97205
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Gay Allied
"Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping. "
(541) 316-1440
Gazit Vax,
Portland, Oregon 97205
"For more than 15 years I had the privilege of accompanying people along their inner journeys, looking to improve their lives. I work with people dealing with difficulties in relationships and within themselves, coping with strong emotions of fear, sadness, or anger. I meet people experiencing doubts about their identity, struggling to fulfill themselves, or having hard time coping with losses and transitions, such as immigration, divorce, retirement, loss of loved ones, and other changes that life brings about. I work with individuals as well as couples that face crises or want to improve and deepen their relationships."
Gay Allied
(503) 443-0741
Portland, Oregon 97205
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Gay Allied
"For more than 15 years I had the privilege of accompanying people along their inner journeys, looking to improve their lives. I work with people dealing with difficulties in relationships and within themselves, coping with strong emotions of fear, sadness, or anger. I meet people experiencing doubts about their identity, struggling to fulfill themselves, or having hard time coping with losses and transitions, such as immigration, divorce, retirement, loss of loved ones, and other changes that life brings about. I work with individuals as well as couples that face crises or want to improve and deepen their relationships."
(503) 443-0741
Sam Claypool Skye, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97206
" I work with people from all walks of life, including transgender, non-binary, and questioning people of all ages. As a transgender person, I have a special passion for working with people in the LGBTQ+ community. I specialize in helping people navigate the challenges of understanding the intersections of their identity, relationships, and the larger world. For youth (and adults too!), I can offer specialized artistic approaches that support healing and identity exploration when talking is too hard. Art therapy can with expression when words alone cannot."
Gay Allied
(503) 966-9486
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97206
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Gay Allied
" I work with people from all walks of life, including transgender, non-binary, and questioning people of all ages. As a transgender person, I have a special passion for working with people in the LGBTQ+ community. I specialize in helping people navigate the challenges of understanding the intersections of their identity, relationships, and the larger world. For youth (and adults too!), I can offer specialized artistic approaches that support healing and identity exploration when talking is too hard. Art therapy can with expression when words alone cannot."
(503) 966-9486
John Sickler, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97217
"I utilize an insight and awareness oriented style of therapy that is committed to authenticity and humor when possible."
Gay Allied
(503) 966-8297
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97217
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Gay Allied
"I utilize an insight and awareness oriented style of therapy that is committed to authenticity and humor when possible."
(503) 966-8297
Carla Canfield, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97232
"If you have been considering couples therapy, I encourage you to reach out. The problems you face can seem overwhelming, but the type of couples therapy I practice (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy) is very effective at helping you achieve the loving, trusting relationship you deserve. Therapy with me is nonjudgmental, compassionate and practical. I look for destructive patterns in your relationship and help you find your way back to one another."
Gay Allied
(503) 446-6228
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97232
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Gay Allied
"If you have been considering couples therapy, I encourage you to reach out. The problems you face can seem overwhelming, but the type of couples therapy I practice (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy) is very effective at helping you achieve the loving, trusting relationship you deserve. Therapy with me is nonjudgmental, compassionate and practical. I look for destructive patterns in your relationship and help you find your way back to one another."
(503) 446-6228
Keely C Helmick, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CADCI
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97217
"Are you and your partner struggling with communication? Looking to improve intimate connection? Or did you recently have a child and now want to rekindle your relationship after baby? I am a licensed professional counselor who works with couples and individuals to address a myriad of personal, sexual concerns in a sex-positive, non-judgmental way. I work with those who are in non-traditional relationships, moving through relationship agreements, want to explore differing sexual interests and communication and intimacy issues."
Gay Allied
(503) 822-6152
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97217
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Gay Allied
"Are you and your partner struggling with communication? Looking to improve intimate connection? Or did you recently have a child and now want to rekindle your relationship after baby? I am a licensed professional counselor who works with couples and individuals to address a myriad of personal, sexual concerns in a sex-positive, non-judgmental way. I work with those who are in non-traditional relationships, moving through relationship agreements, want to explore differing sexual interests and communication and intimacy issues."
(503) 822-6152
Claudia Cuentas
MA, MFTI
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97211
"My focus is trauma resolution and the innate ability a person has to recover and heal. In my practice I use the tools that may serve you best, to support your healing process and your ability to tap into your unlimited potential and life purpose. I hold a safe container, for you to remember your innate ability to heal, restore and thrive."
Gay Allied
(971) 717-7835
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97211
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Gay Allied
"My focus is trauma resolution and the innate ability a person has to recover and heal. In my practice I use the tools that may serve you best, to support your healing process and your ability to tap into your unlimited potential and life purpose. I hold a safe container, for you to remember your innate ability to heal, restore and thrive."
(971) 717-7835
Julie Westlin-Naigus, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97227
"I use She/Her/Hers pronouns and specialize in eating disorders, disorder eating, body image-related worries as well as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation and life-transitions. I emphasize Health at Every Size®, Intuitive Eating, mindfulness practices, and Somatic Therapy. I believe in a collaborative, humanistic approach and try to instill a capacity for inner reflection, self-acceptance and growth. I work to offer safe space for ALL people regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, size, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, and abilities."
Gay Allied
(503) 713-6544 x3
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97227
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Gay Allied
"I use She/Her/Hers pronouns and specialize in eating disorders, disorder eating, body image-related worries as well as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation and life-transitions. I emphasize Health at Every Size®, Intuitive Eating, mindfulness practices, and Somatic Therapy. I believe in a collaborative, humanistic approach and try to instill a capacity for inner reflection, self-acceptance and growth. I work to offer safe space for ALL people regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, size, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, and abilities."
(503) 713-6544 x3
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Debbie Bensching, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, MSWAC, CCH
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97205
"I guide the process to work through problems to enhance performance in activities of daily living in work, relationships, recreation & professional settings. Problem areas include difficulties with relationships: marriage / domestic partner, parent-child, divorce/ separation, parenting, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief & loss, women's issues, habit disorders, addictions recovery: drugs, alcohol, food; ACOA, family members effected by addiction, trauma: post traumatic stress, rape, abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), and dissociative disorders. Also work with difficulties with sleep, relaxation, or under performing."
Gay Allied
(503) 406-3624
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97205
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Gay Allied
"I guide the process to work through problems to enhance performance in activities of daily living in work, relationships, recreation & professional settings. Problem areas include difficulties with relationships: marriage / domestic partner, parent-child, divorce/ separation, parenting, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief & loss, women's issues, habit disorders, addictions recovery: drugs, alcohol, food; ACOA, family members effected by addiction, trauma: post traumatic stress, rape, abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), and dissociative disorders. Also work with difficulties with sleep, relaxation, or under performing."
(503) 406-3624
Yin Li, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97214
"You are “highly functioning”. You have succeeded in most of the ways that were expected of you. Most people look to you for direction, leadership, and support. And, you have a different internal life. You feel resentful of all the obligations put on you. You struggle with intimacy. You feel alone despite having a large social network. You worry a lot. You have a hard time knowing what you need. You feel disconnected from yourself. You feel tired. You want more."
Gay Allied
(503) 741-2669
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97214
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Gay Allied
"You are “highly functioning”. You have succeeded in most of the ways that were expected of you. Most people look to you for direction, leadership, and support. And, you have a different internal life. You feel resentful of all the obligations put on you. You struggle with intimacy. You feel alone despite having a large social network. You worry a lot. You have a hard time knowing what you need. You feel disconnected from yourself. You feel tired. You want more."
(503) 741-2669
Sarah Eckstein, Psychologist
Psychologist, Ph.D., H.S.P.
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97205
"I specialize in effective therapy for adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and assertiveness issues. I enjoy working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and other minority populations. I have seven years of experience in working with college and university students. This has sparked my interest in working on topic such as life transition, career exploration, and examinations of one's identities. Many clients have expressed appreciation for my authenticity, warmth, and caring nature. "
Gay Allied
(971) 645-4214
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97205
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Gay Allied
"I specialize in effective therapy for adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and assertiveness issues. I enjoy working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and other minority populations. I have seven years of experience in working with college and university students. This has sparked my interest in working on topic such as life transition, career exploration, and examinations of one's identities. Many clients have expressed appreciation for my authenticity, warmth, and caring nature. "
(971) 645-4214
Ashley Green, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Office is near:
Portland, Oregon 97086
"Hello! I offer compassionate and holistic counseling for people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, shame, addiction, and relationship challenges. I believe struggle is part of the human experience that serves as a catalyst for healing and growth, and that true healing and growth is a mind, body, spirit process. I blend traditional therapy modalities like cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapy with mindfulness, yoga, and alternative healing modalities based on the individual needs of the client. I see adolescents and adults, and offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy and workshops."
Gay Allied
(844) 387-9988
Verified
Office is near:
Portland, Oregon 97086
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Gay Allied
"Hello! I offer compassionate and holistic counseling for people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, shame, addiction, and relationship challenges. I believe struggle is part of the human experience that serves as a catalyst for healing and growth, and that true healing and growth is a mind, body, spirit process. I blend traditional therapy modalities like cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapy with mindfulness, yoga, and alternative healing modalities based on the individual needs of the client. I see adolescents and adults, and offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy and workshops."
(844) 387-9988
Catherine M Melo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97212
"I am excited to have relocated to Portland, OR. I am able to teach people skills that will transform their relationships. I work with couples and families who really want to make changes in the way they relate to one another, helping them to understand that conflict is normal and natural. I also enjoy helping people who have been traumatized. My seven years at the VA Outpatient Clinic has well prepared me to work with those who have been traumatized, are depressed or are grieving."
Gay Allied
(503) 446-6026
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97212
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Gay Allied
"I am excited to have relocated to Portland, OR. I am able to teach people skills that will transform their relationships. I work with couples and families who really want to make changes in the way they relate to one another, helping them to understand that conflict is normal and natural. I also enjoy helping people who have been traumatized. My seven years at the VA Outpatient Clinic has well prepared me to work with those who have been traumatized, are depressed or are grieving."
(503) 446-6026
Percy Hawkes, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MFT
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97214
"Successful relationships are central to creating our wellness. These include relationships with self, others, work, and our spaces. I enjoy working with many kinds of individuals and families, including my LGBTQIA population. My ideal client is curious and ready to look at new ways of encountering old problems. You include humans across a broad identity spectrum, queer, people of color, differently-abled, sex positive, alternative, and mainstream relationships. At times in our lives it is key to have the competent support of an advocate to walk through tough life experiences. I provide couple, pod, group, and individual therapy. "
Gay Allied
(801) 781-5870
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97214
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Gay Allied
"Successful relationships are central to creating our wellness. These include relationships with self, others, work, and our spaces. I enjoy working with many kinds of individuals and families, including my LGBTQIA population. My ideal client is curious and ready to look at new ways of encountering old problems. You include humans across a broad identity spectrum, queer, people of color, differently-abled, sex positive, alternative, and mainstream relationships. At times in our lives it is key to have the competent support of an advocate to walk through tough life experiences. I provide couple, pod, group, and individual therapy. "
(801) 781-5870
Alex Bistroi, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC-I
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97213
"Whether you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, are concerned about your life choices, or have difficulty finding joy, therapy can be a valuable tool towards self-discovery and positive change. My goal is to create a safe space in which you can be yourself without fear of judgment. I view the quality of the relationships I have with clients as crucial towards progress, though I also aim to provide honest feedback to encourage honest self-discovery. While I believe in the power of therapy, I try to not take myself too seriously and work to cultivate a sense of humility and fun about life in general. "
Gay Allied
(971) 256-8193
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97213
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Gay Allied
"Whether you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, are concerned about your life choices, or have difficulty finding joy, therapy can be a valuable tool towards self-discovery and positive change. My goal is to create a safe space in which you can be yourself without fear of judgment. I view the quality of the relationships I have with clients as crucial towards progress, though I also aim to provide honest feedback to encourage honest self-discovery. While I believe in the power of therapy, I try to not take myself too seriously and work to cultivate a sense of humility and fun about life in general. "
(971) 256-8193
Anne W Muller, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97205
"** Currently full.** Psychotherapy has been at the heart of my life. I know both personally and professionally that it can make all the difference - if we are willing to open to and lean into the work. It gives us the chance to bring our self and our experience into compassionate awareness within the safety of a supportive relationship. It allows us to identify what’s working well for us and what’s causing suffering. And it allows us to experiment with new behaviors which might serve us better. It makes it possible to take steps towards living with greater clarity, authenticity and vitality. "
Gay Allied
(503) 334-4224
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97205
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Gay Allied
"** Currently full.** Psychotherapy has been at the heart of my life. I know both personally and professionally that it can make all the difference - if we are willing to open to and lean into the work. It gives us the chance to bring our self and our experience into compassionate awareness within the safety of a supportive relationship. It allows us to identify what’s working well for us and what’s causing suffering. And it allows us to experiment with new behaviors which might serve us better. It makes it possible to take steps towards living with greater clarity, authenticity and vitality. "
(503) 334-4224
Anne D. Emmett, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97214
"I enjoy working with individuals looking for short or longer term therapy. I strive to work collaboratively with you to understand the issue that you bring to therapy, to explore any meanings attached to the issue and to work together to find some resolution. I find it is helpful to start with developing compassion towards yourself and your present life situation as I believe empathy for yourself will grow as well as towards others."
Gay Allied
(503) 536-1232
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97214
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Gay Allied
"I enjoy working with individuals looking for short or longer term therapy. I strive to work collaboratively with you to understand the issue that you bring to therapy, to explore any meanings attached to the issue and to work together to find some resolution. I find it is helpful to start with developing compassion towards yourself and your present life situation as I believe empathy for yourself will grow as well as towards others."
(503) 536-1232
Sally Gardner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97202
"Imagine. Instead of another night of worry and bumbling through your day, you wake up feeling rested. You go about your day focused. You draw people to you with laughter, courage and compassion. You handle conflict with grace resulting in ease in your relationships. The people you love get your time and yet you have time for yourself. You have balance and clarity in your life. You release hidden secrets and let go of shame. This results in decreased fear and pain. At the end of the day, you are happy."
Gay Allied
(503) 967-3214
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97202
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Gay Allied
"Imagine. Instead of another night of worry and bumbling through your day, you wake up feeling rested. You go about your day focused. You draw people to you with laughter, courage and compassion. You handle conflict with grace resulting in ease in your relationships. The people you love get your time and yet you have time for yourself. You have balance and clarity in your life. You release hidden secrets and let go of shame. This results in decreased fear and pain. At the end of the day, you are happy."
(503) 967-3214
Bettina G Jensen, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, Oregon 97214
"If you are struggling with relationships in your life, maybe with your intimate partner/spouse or family members, or perhaps at work, you might feel the need to talk with someone. I am a psychotherapist in Portland and I work with a wide variety of people. I enjoy assisting people in the exploration of new ways to manage challenges that invariably arise in life. If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or if you are experiencing triggers related to traumatic events I can help you learn new ways of relating to yourself and to others."
Gay Allied
(503) 545-2994
Verified
Portland, Oregon 97214
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Gay Allied
"If you are struggling with relationships in your life, maybe with your intimate partner/spouse or family members, or perhaps at work, you might feel the need to talk with someone. I am a psychotherapist in Portland and I work with a wide variety of people. I enjoy assisting people in the exploration of new ways to manage challenges that invariably arise in life. If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or if you are experiencing triggers related to traumatic events I can help you learn new ways of relating to yourself and to others."
(503) 545-2994

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Gay Allied Counseling in Portland for Gay Clients

If you're gay or are looking for help with being gay in Portland or for a Portland gay therapist, these professionals provide therapy for gays in Portland and counseling for gays or gay clients. Not all those listed here are gay themselves. They are sensitive to the gay lifestyle in Portland or Portland homosexual life, including gay couples, gay marriage in Portland, gay teens and gay parenting. Counseling may include LGBT Counseling in Portland, LGBTQ or Portland GLBT Counseling.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Portland are able to work with a wide range of issues.

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Portland you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Portland and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Portland or family therapy in Portland.