Therapists in Bend, OR
Tara Renee Breitenbucher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
My goal is to see to it that by the end of therapy you leave with a whole range of new insights, skills, and confidence leading you to a more fulfilled and comfortable life. Therapy is an investment in the quality of your life. I believe it should result in valuable new ways to be with yourself and others. I help people who feel stuck, lost, and overwhelmed, or are having difficulties with relationships or harmful patterns of behavior. I'm predominantly existential, relational, and humanistic and teach a mindfulness-like process. My clients feel supported and heard, but also learn effective tools toward building the life they want.
My goal is to see to it that by the end of therapy you leave with a whole range of new insights, skills, and confidence leading you to a more fulfilled and comfortable life. Therapy is an investment in the quality of your life. I believe it should result in valuable new ways to be with yourself and others. I help people who feel stuck, lost, and overwhelmed, or are having difficulties with relationships or harmful patterns of behavior. I'm predominantly existential, relational, and humanistic and teach a mindfulness-like process. My clients feel supported and heard, but also learn effective tools toward building the life they want.
Phil Viebeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
Not accepting new clients
Seeking therapy and counseling is a courageous act! It can feel vulnerable and uncomfortable confronting the difficulties and angst we are experiencing and seeking support, but for many it is the first step towards healing. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, relational difficulties, religious trauma, burnout, and more, therapy and counseling may help. When we feel safe and have the support to courageously examine our lives and ourselves, we naturally move towards healing and discover the strength inside us.
Seeking therapy and counseling is a courageous act! It can feel vulnerable and uncomfortable confronting the difficulties and angst we are experiencing and seeking support, but for many it is the first step towards healing. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, relational difficulties, religious trauma, burnout, and more, therapy and counseling may help. When we feel safe and have the support to courageously examine our lives and ourselves, we naturally move towards healing and discover the strength inside us.
You already are on the path of your own healing, because you have faced difficult things, or may be going through difficult times right now. Something inside of you believes that change is possible. I invite you to have us explore something you already have, your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and lived experiences. Imagine understanding yourself more and unlearning beliefs that no longer serve you. What feels like only a desire to be at peace with your past, can feel as true as living in the present moment.
You already are on the path of your own healing, because you have faced difficult things, or may be going through difficult times right now. Something inside of you believes that change is possible. I invite you to have us explore something you already have, your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and lived experiences. Imagine understanding yourself more and unlearning beliefs that no longer serve you. What feels like only a desire to be at peace with your past, can feel as true as living in the present moment.
Hi and welcome! I provide empathic, affirming, and strengths-based therapy for individuals and couples (ages 18+). My approach is integrative, collaborative, and tailored to fit your individual needs. I specialize in treating depression, trauma and PTSD, and grief, as well as working with general mental health concerns. I provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Hi and welcome! I provide empathic, affirming, and strengths-based therapy for individuals and couples (ages 18+). My approach is integrative, collaborative, and tailored to fit your individual needs. I specialize in treating depression, trauma and PTSD, and grief, as well as working with general mental health concerns. I provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Kelsey Pederson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
Welcome, I am here to support you in your journey towards healing, growth, and wholehearted living. I work collaboratively with youth, adults, and families to help them identify their obstacles, strengths, and goals. This can be related to anythinge from depression, anxiety, trauma, self worth, career and life transitions, to family, parenting, and relational challenges. I am passionate about building relationships with people and supporting them in discovering their identity, building healthy relationships, and expanding their life skills.
Welcome, I am here to support you in your journey towards healing, growth, and wholehearted living. I work collaboratively with youth, adults, and families to help them identify their obstacles, strengths, and goals. This can be related to anythinge from depression, anxiety, trauma, self worth, career and life transitions, to family, parenting, and relational challenges. I am passionate about building relationships with people and supporting them in discovering their identity, building healthy relationships, and expanding their life skills.
My whole goal in the mental health experience is to provide a peaceful, intuitive environment where you, my client, begins to feel as if we are on the same page with the things that seem to interfere with the healing and growth necessary to improve your life.
My whole goal in the mental health experience is to provide a peaceful, intuitive environment where you, my client, begins to feel as if we are on the same page with the things that seem to interfere with the healing and growth necessary to improve your life.
I am committed to working with women, mothers, couples and families who have experienced trauma and/or who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety and loss of hope. I use several healing modalities to get you back to a place of stability, safety and nourishment. I also specialize in supportive process that aims to help individuals cope with the emotional, psychological, and social challenges associated with a long-term medical condition.
I am committed to working with women, mothers, couples and families who have experienced trauma and/or who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety and loss of hope. I use several healing modalities to get you back to a place of stability, safety and nourishment. I also specialize in supportive process that aims to help individuals cope with the emotional, psychological, and social challenges associated with a long-term medical condition.
Devan Larsen, Moments of Grace Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
Not accepting new clients
My passion has always been working with wounded hearts, helping those in broken and what seem like hopeless situations find light and meaning for their lives. I believe that trauma plays a major role in how we perceive the world and can greatly influence our choices and relationships. I have a passion for working with couples and believe that every marriage can be strengthened and thrive. I take a grace-filled, non-judgmental, collaborative approach to therapy and believe that every person, no matter their situation, can find healing and hope in the midst of their circumstances and I consider it a honor to walk alongside of you.
My passion has always been working with wounded hearts, helping those in broken and what seem like hopeless situations find light and meaning for their lives. I believe that trauma plays a major role in how we perceive the world and can greatly influence our choices and relationships. I have a passion for working with couples and believe that every marriage can be strengthened and thrive. I take a grace-filled, non-judgmental, collaborative approach to therapy and believe that every person, no matter their situation, can find healing and hope in the midst of their circumstances and I consider it a honor to walk alongside of you.
I currently have new client availability. Please go to the practice website for more detailed information about my offerings and the steps to becoming a client. I'm really looking forward to getting to know your story and working together with curiosity, reflection, and calmness. Our journey will be built on trust and mutual respect as we explore the skills and strategies that will help you regulate your nervous system. We'll create a unique toolkit just for you, aiming to empower you to walk your life’s path confidently and independently.
I currently have new client availability. Please go to the practice website for more detailed information about my offerings and the steps to becoming a client. I'm really looking forward to getting to know your story and working together with curiosity, reflection, and calmness. Our journey will be built on trust and mutual respect as we explore the skills and strategies that will help you regulate your nervous system. We'll create a unique toolkit just for you, aiming to empower you to walk your life’s path confidently and independently.
Wednesdays Counseling Services
Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
I believe that human behaviors, emotions and ideas are interrelated and impact each other continuously in psychologically meaningful ways.
I believe that human behaviors, emotions and ideas are interrelated and impact each other continuously in psychologically meaningful ways.
Louis Moore
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When we try to control or avoid anxiety, thoughts, memories, and difficult emotions it doesn't work. Troubling thoughts and memories keep intruding, depression worsens, panic attacks happen more, and urges to do troubling compulsions or rituals become stronger. In other situations avoiding and fixing problems is very effective, like fixing a flat tire or leaving town to avoid a hurricane. However, when we try this with our thoughts and feelings we get stuck, feel hopeless, and continue to suffer. This estranges us from the people, places, and activities that we cared about most.
When we try to control or avoid anxiety, thoughts, memories, and difficult emotions it doesn't work. Troubling thoughts and memories keep intruding, depression worsens, panic attacks happen more, and urges to do troubling compulsions or rituals become stronger. In other situations avoiding and fixing problems is very effective, like fixing a flat tire or leaving town to avoid a hurricane. However, when we try this with our thoughts and feelings we get stuck, feel hopeless, and continue to suffer. This estranges us from the people, places, and activities that we cared about most.
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Bend Thoughts & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, M-Coun, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety can leave us feeling stuck, but there is hope. Do you wake up feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what next steps in life look like and how to move forward? If you feel stuck in the same patterns, symptoms of burnout, stress, overwhelm and trauma in day to day life, I can help guide you to unpack challenges and stuck points to begin working towards a life of fulfillment. Check out my website for more info! bendthoughtsandtherapy.squarespace.com
Anxiety can leave us feeling stuck, but there is hope. Do you wake up feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what next steps in life look like and how to move forward? If you feel stuck in the same patterns, symptoms of burnout, stress, overwhelm and trauma in day to day life, I can help guide you to unpack challenges and stuck points to begin working towards a life of fulfillment. Check out my website for more info! bendthoughtsandtherapy.squarespace.com
Gerald Magaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I provide psychotherapy and counseling to treat a range of emotional and behavioral issues for adults, couples and families. You may be seeking help with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, trauma, PTSD, relationship and marital problems, and life transitions. I do my best to understand your presenting issues and concerns. By providing support, guidance and understanding I can help you to gain insight and wisdom, and work through difficult and painful feelings and conflicts. I encourage you to self-activate, understand yourself better, change unhealthy behavior and live with a greater sense of ease and well being.
I provide psychotherapy and counseling to treat a range of emotional and behavioral issues for adults, couples and families. You may be seeking help with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, trauma, PTSD, relationship and marital problems, and life transitions. I do my best to understand your presenting issues and concerns. By providing support, guidance and understanding I can help you to gain insight and wisdom, and work through difficult and painful feelings and conflicts. I encourage you to self-activate, understand yourself better, change unhealthy behavior and live with a greater sense of ease and well being.
Clara Rose Liberov
Professional Counselor Associate , MS, NCC, LPC A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
Where do we begin? How do you move through the world? Life moves in cycles—turning like a wheel, shifting like the seasons. Growth, connection, and transformation are nonlinear; with ebb and flow, each phase bringing its own wisdom. Here, I invite you to arrive—your story, your identity, your rhythm. Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or a place to navigate life’s turning points, we’ll honor your experiences, explore passions, and co-create a path forward that feels true to you. However you’ve arrived, this is a space to pause, reflect, and take the next turn toward your envisioned life.
Where do we begin? How do you move through the world? Life moves in cycles—turning like a wheel, shifting like the seasons. Growth, connection, and transformation are nonlinear; with ebb and flow, each phase bringing its own wisdom. Here, I invite you to arrive—your story, your identity, your rhythm. Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or a place to navigate life’s turning points, we’ll honor your experiences, explore passions, and co-create a path forward that feels true to you. However you’ve arrived, this is a space to pause, reflect, and take the next turn toward your envisioned life.
My approach to therapy is rooted in person-centered theory, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration. While this forms the foundation of my work, I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to best meet your unique needs. I firmly believe in the transformative power of authentic, healthy connections. I also understand that meaningful change takes time. Just as it took time to arrive at where you are in life, it will take dedication and patience to move toward the life you envision. My role is to walk alongside you in this process, providing support, strategies, and encouragement along the way.
My approach to therapy is rooted in person-centered theory, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration. While this forms the foundation of my work, I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to best meet your unique needs. I firmly believe in the transformative power of authentic, healthy connections. I also understand that meaningful change takes time. Just as it took time to arrive at where you are in life, it will take dedication and patience to move toward the life you envision. My role is to walk alongside you in this process, providing support, strategies, and encouragement along the way.
Josh Jackson English
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
Kaiser in-network provider. I receive a lot of feedback from clients who report feeling safe & open in sharing their difficulties with me, while still being challenged to consider new perspectives and grow. It's vital to feel free from judgement/embarrassment in order to overcome barriers that keep us feeling stuck. I connect well with individuals who have typically had trouble sharing with or trusting others due to facing numerous challenges & traumas throughout life. I focus first on understanding you and your needs/goals/life. I also love doing couples therapy, improving the sense of safety, trust and connection in one-another.
Kaiser in-network provider. I receive a lot of feedback from clients who report feeling safe & open in sharing their difficulties with me, while still being challenged to consider new perspectives and grow. It's vital to feel free from judgement/embarrassment in order to overcome barriers that keep us feeling stuck. I connect well with individuals who have typically had trouble sharing with or trusting others due to facing numerous challenges & traumas throughout life. I focus first on understanding you and your needs/goals/life. I also love doing couples therapy, improving the sense of safety, trust and connection in one-another.
Jillian Sammon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
Not accepting new clients
The approach I use in therapy is strengths-based, compassionate, individually focused, and understanding. I enjoy helping individuals discover their strengths in order to fully enjoy life, relationships, and their potential. I help people identify past traumas and how they are still influencing thoughts and behaviors, recognize the mind/body relationship, improve communication, develop positive coping skills, and create a positive image of themselves. The therapeutic relationship is extremely personal and I have great respect for where each individual is coming from and where they want to go.
The approach I use in therapy is strengths-based, compassionate, individually focused, and understanding. I enjoy helping individuals discover their strengths in order to fully enjoy life, relationships, and their potential. I help people identify past traumas and how they are still influencing thoughts and behaviors, recognize the mind/body relationship, improve communication, develop positive coping skills, and create a positive image of themselves. The therapeutic relationship is extremely personal and I have great respect for where each individual is coming from and where they want to go.
Kathleen (Kat) Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHC, CTTIII
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
I specialize in re-empowering women who are experiencing disconnection from the authentic self & strained mind & body connection. My work includes right-paced exploration of trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, body loathing, body transitions, & life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting the exploration of health holistically: the mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual factors that impact identity & lived experience. My intentions are to support insight on when to 'sit with' and when to be in action & to offer a safe space where exploration of all aspects of self can be experienced.
I specialize in re-empowering women who are experiencing disconnection from the authentic self & strained mind & body connection. My work includes right-paced exploration of trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, body loathing, body transitions, & life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting the exploration of health holistically: the mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual factors that impact identity & lived experience. My intentions are to support insight on when to 'sit with' and when to be in action & to offer a safe space where exploration of all aspects of self can be experienced.
Alicia Lampley-Gebel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
I believe that children and adolescents, as well as adults, must be given a variety of tools to understand, express and integrate their life experiences. Utilizing play, art and other expressive media offers clients opportunities to learn – not only about themselves, but also about their relationships to others and to the world. Play and art are also storytelling tools: powerful ways in which we make sense of our experiences, with the opportunity to rewrite that story. Whether working with children, adolescents or adults, I rely on a variety of therapeutic tools to help clients understand and process their experiences.
I believe that children and adolescents, as well as adults, must be given a variety of tools to understand, express and integrate their life experiences. Utilizing play, art and other expressive media offers clients opportunities to learn – not only about themselves, but also about their relationships to others and to the world. Play and art are also storytelling tools: powerful ways in which we make sense of our experiences, with the opportunity to rewrite that story. Whether working with children, adolescents or adults, I rely on a variety of therapeutic tools to help clients understand and process their experiences.
Noelle Elliott
Professional Counselor Associate, MCOUN, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment for all clients, allowing the counseling relationship to encourage client growth and wellness. I work within a relational perspective acknowledging the importance of the relationships and connections the client has with themselves, others, and within the counseling relationship. I view my role as allowing clients to express themselves, identify their emotions, and work through identified patterns and struggles. I utilize play therapy, mind body awareness, and trauma-informed care to all clients and families to aid in healing for clients.
Accepting new clients! I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment for all clients, allowing the counseling relationship to encourage client growth and wellness. I work within a relational perspective acknowledging the importance of the relationships and connections the client has with themselves, others, and within the counseling relationship. I view my role as allowing clients to express themselves, identify their emotions, and work through identified patterns and struggles. I utilize play therapy, mind body awareness, and trauma-informed care to all clients and families to aid in healing for clients.
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Number of Therapists in Bend, OR
700+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Bend, OR who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
75% | Self Esteem |
74% | Stress |
68% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | PacificSource |
50% | Oregon Health Plan (OHP) |
46% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Bend, OR see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Bend?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.