Teletherapy for Milwaukie, OR

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Megan Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Welcome. I am a clinician with 24 plus years of clinical practice and extensive experience with a number of somatic therapies. I specialize in working with complex trauma but, generally speaking, my clients seek support with relationships or overwhelming emotional states that impact some aspect of their lives.
Welcome. I am a clinician with 24 plus years of clinical practice and extensive experience with a number of somatic therapies. I specialize in working with complex trauma but, generally speaking, my clients seek support with relationships or overwhelming emotional states that impact some aspect of their lives.
(503) 713-6166 View (503) 713-6166
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Steven Ruiz Bettencourt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CHT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 41 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, Oregon Society of Clinical Hypnosis, I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish language and culture.
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 41 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, Oregon Society of Clinical Hypnosis, I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish language and culture.
(503) 496-7421 View (503) 496-7421
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Mary Bogle
Psychologist, PsyD, MPH, BSRN
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I am an evidence-based therapist who incorporates mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy and other strategies to tailor treatment to each of my clients' needs. I will help you understand how to be more present-focused and how to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs that may be holding you back.
I am an evidence-based therapist who incorporates mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy and other strategies to tailor treatment to each of my clients' needs. I will help you understand how to be more present-focused and how to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs that may be holding you back.
(971) 279-8431 View (971) 279-8431
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Carrie Booth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
My hopes are to support you in the discovery and growth of your own being and in living your most authentic self and life. That which feels meaningful, thriving, well and enriching. To not just learn and understand how to find deep healing, happiness and freedom in your life, but to also feel, integrate and experience these things in therapy. I provide a warm, genuine, collaborative and validating space in which your story can safely be shared and held with psychological, sociological cultural, and spiritual depth.
My hopes are to support you in the discovery and growth of your own being and in living your most authentic self and life. That which feels meaningful, thriving, well and enriching. To not just learn and understand how to find deep healing, happiness and freedom in your life, but to also feel, integrate and experience these things in therapy. I provide a warm, genuine, collaborative and validating space in which your story can safely be shared and held with psychological, sociological cultural, and spiritual depth.
(503) 386-0346 View (503) 386-0346
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Shalman Lester
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, CADC-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Well, hello! Looking to make some changes? Let's talk. I enjoy working with people on topics of adjustment and change, work life balance, mental health symptoms and substance use. I also enjoy supporting clients in long-term recovery to reclaim their lives. Whether you want to address mental health symptoms that are impacting your daily life or struggle with substance abuse, I have a very supportive, goal-directed and non-judgmental approach to help you identify and reach your goals.
Well, hello! Looking to make some changes? Let's talk. I enjoy working with people on topics of adjustment and change, work life balance, mental health symptoms and substance use. I also enjoy supporting clients in long-term recovery to reclaim their lives. Whether you want to address mental health symptoms that are impacting your daily life or struggle with substance abuse, I have a very supportive, goal-directed and non-judgmental approach to help you identify and reach your goals.
(503) 386-4262 View (503) 386-4262
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Josie Lewis
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Online Only
Therapy is fun. Therapy is creative. Therapy is a two-person job. Therapy is human connection. Therapy is uncomfortable. Therapy is finding your authenticity. Hi! I'm Josie and before I am a therapist, I am human, just like you. When I am not doing therapist things you will catch me being human with my pet pig and cats, or thrifting for goodies. I enjoy the little glimmers in life and hope to inspire you to do the same. It is my goal to work closely with you to structure therapy to be what you need. It is so important to connect with your therapist to build a trusting relationship. This will be our first step together.
Therapy is fun. Therapy is creative. Therapy is a two-person job. Therapy is human connection. Therapy is uncomfortable. Therapy is finding your authenticity. Hi! I'm Josie and before I am a therapist, I am human, just like you. When I am not doing therapist things you will catch me being human with my pet pig and cats, or thrifting for goodies. I enjoy the little glimmers in life and hope to inspire you to do the same. It is my goal to work closely with you to structure therapy to be what you need. It is so important to connect with your therapist to build a trusting relationship. This will be our first step together.
(503) 832-6167 View (503) 832-6167
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Trellis Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, CSWA, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
"Why am I not over this already?" If you find yourself asking that, maybe we can help. We work with people struggling due to past experiences or recent trauma. Whether the impact those experiences have on them is big or small, Its possible for healing and hope to occur within a healthy therapeutic relationship. We've been privileged to help hundreds of struggling individuals. We specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and its aftermath.
"Why am I not over this already?" If you find yourself asking that, maybe we can help. We work with people struggling due to past experiences or recent trauma. Whether the impact those experiences have on them is big or small, Its possible for healing and hope to occur within a healthy therapeutic relationship. We've been privileged to help hundreds of struggling individuals. We specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and its aftermath.
(971) 232-5483 View (971) 232-5483
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Mary Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with past experiences and looking for someone who can join you in the journey to wholeness? I would love to support you as a trellis supports a growing, blooming plant! I have a lifetime of experiences working with diverse cultures internationally and here in the Portland area. This has given me invaluable insight into how our backgrounds contribute to our own unique stories and how we find healing and meaning in our life. For about 8 years, I have worked as both a child/family therapist and an adult therapist focusing on trauma across the life span. I work primarily with older teens and young adults.
Are you struggling with past experiences and looking for someone who can join you in the journey to wholeness? I would love to support you as a trellis supports a growing, blooming plant! I have a lifetime of experiences working with diverse cultures internationally and here in the Portland area. This has given me invaluable insight into how our backgrounds contribute to our own unique stories and how we find healing and meaning in our life. For about 8 years, I have worked as both a child/family therapist and an adult therapist focusing on trauma across the life span. I work primarily with older teens and young adults.
(503) 461-8892 View (503) 461-8892
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Jeremy Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with one or many aspects of life. I enjoy being able to help people struggle through some of the big questions of life, or puzzle through how to make improvements.
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with one or many aspects of life. I enjoy being able to help people struggle through some of the big questions of life, or puzzle through how to make improvements.
(971) 606-4187 x32 View (971) 606-4187 x32
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Elizabeth Sanders
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi! In my life I have learned the value of a good counselor, someone who is there to listen, provide perspective, and challenge assumptions. A person that is there to help you tell your story, find meaning, and identify strengths. Counseling is not always an easy thing for people to engage in and can seem intimidating and scary at times. It may lead you to explore things that are painful and frightening, and may bring up emotions that many of us are hesitant to explore. As I work with people I strive to make a space where these feelings, experiences, and thoughts can be freely expressed and explored in a way that promotes healing.
Hi! In my life I have learned the value of a good counselor, someone who is there to listen, provide perspective, and challenge assumptions. A person that is there to help you tell your story, find meaning, and identify strengths. Counseling is not always an easy thing for people to engage in and can seem intimidating and scary at times. It may lead you to explore things that are painful and frightening, and may bring up emotions that many of us are hesitant to explore. As I work with people I strive to make a space where these feelings, experiences, and thoughts can be freely expressed and explored in a way that promotes healing.
(503) 738-1302 View (503) 738-1302
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Robyn Urbach
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Online Only
I’m glad you are here! I acknowledge this can be a difficult step, and it takes incredible strength to begin this journey; I am honored to be a part of it. I prioritize your strengths in my approach to therapy and will build upon those in our work together. Understanding our personal growth areas, and how we can build together as a team is my goal.
I’m glad you are here! I acknowledge this can be a difficult step, and it takes incredible strength to begin this journey; I am honored to be a part of it. I prioritize your strengths in my approach to therapy and will build upon those in our work together. Understanding our personal growth areas, and how we can build together as a team is my goal.
(503) 868-4949 View (503) 868-4949
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Whitney Dudley
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Online Only
Using a client centered focus my desire is to provide you with a safe and welcoming space for you to work through your identified issues and foster an environment that utilizes your strengths and creates individual growth. Much of my career focus has been with adults that have severe and persistent mental illness that intersect with the justice system. I primarily worked with those transitioning out of the correctional setting and those still incarcerated. I have a strong belief in restorative justice offering compassion to both victims and survivors. I believe strongly in a mindful approach to our mental health.
Using a client centered focus my desire is to provide you with a safe and welcoming space for you to work through your identified issues and foster an environment that utilizes your strengths and creates individual growth. Much of my career focus has been with adults that have severe and persistent mental illness that intersect with the justice system. I primarily worked with those transitioning out of the correctional setting and those still incarcerated. I have a strong belief in restorative justice offering compassion to both victims and survivors. I believe strongly in a mindful approach to our mental health.
(503) 647-6867 View (503) 647-6867
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Kevin Christaldi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Welcome and congratulations on beginning to make changes you want to see in your life! I truly believe you have already started the change process, since you are most likely aware of something (or perhaps several things!) you want to address and because you have taken the initiative to explore options for help in your endeavor. I may be able to help clients build their awareness of themselves and what is possible for them.
Welcome and congratulations on beginning to make changes you want to see in your life! I truly believe you have already started the change process, since you are most likely aware of something (or perhaps several things!) you want to address and because you have taken the initiative to explore options for help in your endeavor. I may be able to help clients build their awareness of themselves and what is possible for them.
(503) 476-9320 View (503) 476-9320
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Trellis Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Do you ever wonder, "Why am I not over this already?" If you find yourself asking that, maybe we can help. We work with people struggling due to past experiences or recent trauma. Whether the impact those experiences have on them is big or small, we believe that healing and hope occur within a healthy therapeutic relationship. We've been privileged to help hundreds of struggling individuals.
Do you ever wonder, "Why am I not over this already?" If you find yourself asking that, maybe we can help. We work with people struggling due to past experiences or recent trauma. Whether the impact those experiences have on them is big or small, we believe that healing and hope occur within a healthy therapeutic relationship. We've been privileged to help hundreds of struggling individuals.
(503) 360-1631 View (503) 360-1631
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Sam Zwerling
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA, CADC II
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Whether it is issues with mental health, substance use, trauma, anger, relationships, families, anxiety, depression, stress, etc. I believe that the path to recovery is only a perspective change away. Through a compassionate and person-centered approach to counseling, I can help guide you to better understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and help you to live to your fullest potential. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC) I have worked with so many people in the process of living a life of wellness.
Whether it is issues with mental health, substance use, trauma, anger, relationships, families, anxiety, depression, stress, etc. I believe that the path to recovery is only a perspective change away. Through a compassionate and person-centered approach to counseling, I can help guide you to better understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and help you to live to your fullest potential. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC) I have worked with so many people in the process of living a life of wellness.
(503) 217-6760 View (503) 217-6760
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Marina Valdez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Online Only
*Ofrezco terapia bilingue, en espanol y en ingles.* I offer bilingual therapy, in Spanish and/or English. I believe a sense of trust and safety within the therapeutic relationship is necessary in order to facilitate the change we want to see in our lives. To work towards this goal in my therapeutic relationships, I work from a feminist multicultural framework. I believe the client is the expert on their own experiences. I use collaborative, relational, and strength-based therapy to facilitate a genuine and honest therapeutic relationship that can promote insight and adaptive change.
*Ofrezco terapia bilingue, en espanol y en ingles.* I offer bilingual therapy, in Spanish and/or English. I believe a sense of trust and safety within the therapeutic relationship is necessary in order to facilitate the change we want to see in our lives. To work towards this goal in my therapeutic relationships, I work from a feminist multicultural framework. I believe the client is the expert on their own experiences. I use collaborative, relational, and strength-based therapy to facilitate a genuine and honest therapeutic relationship that can promote insight and adaptive change.
(971) 701-2403 View (971) 701-2403
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Taylor Ocasio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a therapist I value the connection between myself and my clients which I believe to be one of the most important components of therapy. I am dedicated to working with people who are feeling stuck in their lives. My goal is to help clients explore how their variety of experiences plays into the whole of their lives and to find a unique solution to whatever hurdles you may face. As my client, you and I will explore the nature of your struggles and come up with an evidence-based plan to help you walk the path to healing. I believe that as long as you are willing to try, you can get to where you want to be.
As a therapist I value the connection between myself and my clients which I believe to be one of the most important components of therapy. I am dedicated to working with people who are feeling stuck in their lives. My goal is to help clients explore how their variety of experiences plays into the whole of their lives and to find a unique solution to whatever hurdles you may face. As my client, you and I will explore the nature of your struggles and come up with an evidence-based plan to help you walk the path to healing. I believe that as long as you are willing to try, you can get to where you want to be.
(503) 877-9881 View (503) 877-9881
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Anita Abelsen-Gay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and their families. I believe that the counseling process is the basis from which change can occur. It is my desire to create a safe environment where individuals feel their experiences are understood and accepted. Together we will discuss treatment goals and objectives. Areas of experience include attachment, sensory processing, social skills, conflict management, ADD/ADHD, anger/opposition, anxieties, depression, grief/loss, trauma, transitions, parent-child relations and divorce/blended families.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and their families. I believe that the counseling process is the basis from which change can occur. It is my desire to create a safe environment where individuals feel their experiences are understood and accepted. Together we will discuss treatment goals and objectives. Areas of experience include attachment, sensory processing, social skills, conflict management, ADD/ADHD, anger/opposition, anxieties, depression, grief/loss, trauma, transitions, parent-child relations and divorce/blended families.
(503) 766-5967 View (503) 766-5967
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Susan Lutzke-Hoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Life experiences and transitions influence the way we live, and can be the main reason we are experiencing the types of distress we find ourselves in. They force us to let go of the familiar and face the future with a feeling of vulnerability. We can experience great loss, fear, and not knowing where or who to turn to.
Life experiences and transitions influence the way we live, and can be the main reason we are experiencing the types of distress we find ourselves in. They force us to let go of the familiar and face the future with a feeling of vulnerability. We can experience great loss, fear, and not knowing where or who to turn to.
(503) 610-4369 View (503) 610-4369
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Jennifer Blake
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Milwaukie, OR 97222
To quote Anne Lamott, "relationships are hard, hard, hard". I have over ten years of experience working with partnerships of all sorts; couples, siblings, adult children and parents, coworkers, etc. With a solution focused approach we'll work together to improve communication, increase emotional awareness and resilience in the hopes of creating healthy patterns in your day to day interactions. This work can be done within the relationship, or individually, and I am happy to support either of these options.
To quote Anne Lamott, "relationships are hard, hard, hard". I have over ten years of experience working with partnerships of all sorts; couples, siblings, adult children and parents, coworkers, etc. With a solution focused approach we'll work together to improve communication, increase emotional awareness and resilience in the hopes of creating healthy patterns in your day to day interactions. This work can be done within the relationship, or individually, and I am happy to support either of these options.
(503) 461-5821 View (503) 461-5821
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Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.