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Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
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Gisele Yawa Dessou

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA

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Available both in-person and online
7739 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219
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Hi, I’m Gigi. I understand that searching for the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and taking the step to seek support is an act of courage. I honor the vulnerability it takes to show up for yourself and your willingness to be open in this space. Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or emotional flashbacks? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or disconnected from God while trying to hold everything together, meet expectations, or carry generational pain without a safe place to process it? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we can begin to release what’s been weighing on you.
Grounded in faith and cultural awareness, I integrate empathy with thoughtful directness, collaboration, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practice, offering you a safe space to heal, grow, and truly thrive. I help individuals, teenagers, couples, immigrants, and families find clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of connection in their lives.
I believe that therapy is not just about addressing problems, but also about rediscovering strengths, building resilience, and addressing some of the external forces that begin to affect our emotions. Creating healthier life patterns. As we work together, we will uncover your strengths, nurture your healing, and support meaningful transformation.
Take the first step to help. Call or Gisele Yawa Dessou now - (503) 837-8332

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

True You Therapy & Wellness

7739 SW Capitol Hwy,

Portland, OR 97219 map

 (503) 837-8332
My website
I offer therapy sessions online and available most weekend and in the evenings for possible in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (503) 837-8332
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

True You Therapy & Wellness

7739 SW Capitol Hwy,

Portland, OR 97219 map

 (503) 837-8332
My website
I offer therapy sessions online and available most weekend and in the evenings for possible in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Moda Health
  • PacificSource
  • Providence
  • Regence
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Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (503) 837-8332
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Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (503) 837-8332

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Oregon / R10740 Supervised by Ariana Lloyd (Oregon / L6063) Gisele Yawa Dessou

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Pepperdine University , MA in Clinical Psychology emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2024

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Oregon Board of Psychology R10740 / 2025
  • License: Oregon Board of Psychology R9012 / 2026
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Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (503) 837-8332
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (503) 837-8332

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Financial Services
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Weight Loss
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Whether you are experiencing anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, weight loss, trauma or life transitions, I can help you and provide skills you need to find an understanding and progress toward your journey in life.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
or call with questions - (503) 837-8332
"
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, weight loss, trauma or life transitions, I can help you and provide skills you need to find an understanding and progress toward your journey in life.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
or call with questions - (503) 837-8332

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

I also speak

Ewe, Akposso , 
French

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

I also speak

Ewe, Akposso , 
French

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I practice therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Faith-based counseling, multicultural, holistic, strength-based, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, culturally sensitive therapy, Client-centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy to meet you where you are.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
or call with questions - (503) 837-8332
"
I practice therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Faith-based counseling, multicultural, holistic, strength-based, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, culturally sensitive therapy, Client-centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy to meet you where you are.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
or call with questions - (503) 837-8332

Location

Primary Location

True You Therapy & Wellness

7739 SW Capitol Hwy,

Portland, OR 97219

(503) 837-8332

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer therapy sessions online and available most weekend and in the evenings for possible in-person sessions.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (503) 837-8332
"
I offer therapy sessions online and available most weekend and in the evenings for possible in-person sessions.
Photo of Gisele Yawa Dessou, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Gisele Yawa Dessou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA, LMFTA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (503) 837-8332