Therapists in Portland, OR
Katie Sinner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Specialized in IFS, EMDR, Eating Disorders, and Complex Trauma - Do you have negative thoughts about yourself that you can’t shake? Are you trying to feel better but realize everything makes you feel worse? Spend a lot of time thinking critically about your body? My personal approach to therapy is supportive and also direct/down to earth. I'm passionate about working with individuals affected by eating disorders & supporting them into full recovery. My other specialty is with complex trauma and relationship issues. I believe in Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating/Anti-Diet approaches, and I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Specialized in IFS, EMDR, Eating Disorders, and Complex Trauma - Do you have negative thoughts about yourself that you can’t shake? Are you trying to feel better but realize everything makes you feel worse? Spend a lot of time thinking critically about your body? My personal approach to therapy is supportive and also direct/down to earth. I'm passionate about working with individuals affected by eating disorders & supporting them into full recovery. My other specialty is with complex trauma and relationship issues. I believe in Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating/Anti-Diet approaches, and I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Elaine Lamb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97225
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, grief, or depression. I have 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples and families who are living with disordered eating, anxiety, grief, and depression. Healing and lasting change is possible when you have a plan that is based on your individual needs and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process and together we will discover what is getting in the way of your ability to live more comfortably. There is a path through pain.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, grief, or depression. I have 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples and families who are living with disordered eating, anxiety, grief, and depression. Healing and lasting change is possible when you have a plan that is based on your individual needs and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process and together we will discover what is getting in the way of your ability to live more comfortably. There is a path through pain.
Although my work is mainly influence by a Psychodynamic approach, I often draw from many other techniques in order to best be supportive. Through our work together we will explore the pervasive narratives and patterns that have led you to embody these uncomfortable and painful feelings. Through exploring past dynamics and identifying present difficulties, we will work towards increasing awareness and understanding of self.
Although my work is mainly influence by a Psychodynamic approach, I often draw from many other techniques in order to best be supportive. Through our work together we will explore the pervasive narratives and patterns that have led you to embody these uncomfortable and painful feelings. Through exploring past dynamics and identifying present difficulties, we will work towards increasing awareness and understanding of self.
Teresa F Jansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDRC, CIT, C6562
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212
Note: Avoid waitlists: immediate openings with skilled counseling interns (I oversee and work closely with our team!) You: committed but tired of looping through "coping skills," and ready to heal (through anxiety, depression, dissociation, grief, parenting, relationships, trauma, or other stressful life transitions). Me: Compassionate, focused, experienced: with right brained protocols and EMDR, results often occur in a shorter time period than talk therapy alone. Clients who often do well here often have a degree of stability (ie safety and "coping skills"), so mental health can be a priority. Consistency is key!
Note: Avoid waitlists: immediate openings with skilled counseling interns (I oversee and work closely with our team!) You: committed but tired of looping through "coping skills," and ready to heal (through anxiety, depression, dissociation, grief, parenting, relationships, trauma, or other stressful life transitions). Me: Compassionate, focused, experienced: with right brained protocols and EMDR, results often occur in a shorter time period than talk therapy alone. Clients who often do well here often have a degree of stability (ie safety and "coping skills"), so mental health can be a priority. Consistency is key!
Inner Works C.E.C, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97210 (Online Only)
As a caring mental health therapist, I'm dedicated to assisting individuals in overcoming challenges and embracing their authentic selves. I firmly believe that you possess profound insights into your own life. My purpose is to partner with you, offering the necessary encouragement, validation, and guidance to achieve your aspirations. This entails fostering a secure therapeutic space where you can comfortably embark on your healing journey.
As a caring mental health therapist, I'm dedicated to assisting individuals in overcoming challenges and embracing their authentic selves. I firmly believe that you possess profound insights into your own life. My purpose is to partner with you, offering the necessary encouragement, validation, and guidance to achieve your aspirations. This entails fostering a secure therapeutic space where you can comfortably embark on your healing journey.
Rebekah Lubeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel exhausted keeping it all together? Or maybe like your brain has a hamster wheel spinning through responsibilities, forgotten tasks, and “should-dos,” without the energy to do them? Are you scrambling to cover up dropped responsibilities? Does the feeling of shame and overwhelm make you want to quit, but slowing down feels impossible? Together, we can find space to balance the spinning plates and feel like you don’t have to be on high alert for something crashing down. We can repair dropped plates—relationships, school, work, parenting, or other important things—even if it feels like they can’t be repaired today.
Do you feel exhausted keeping it all together? Or maybe like your brain has a hamster wheel spinning through responsibilities, forgotten tasks, and “should-dos,” without the energy to do them? Are you scrambling to cover up dropped responsibilities? Does the feeling of shame and overwhelm make you want to quit, but slowing down feels impossible? Together, we can find space to balance the spinning plates and feel like you don’t have to be on high alert for something crashing down. We can repair dropped plates—relationships, school, work, parenting, or other important things—even if it feels like they can’t be repaired today.
Stephen Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
Why do people go to therapy? Most often, it is because we are in a crisis of some kind. Although we all find crises painful, they are also opportunities for growth. In fact growth does not occur without discomfort, maybe even pain. Without that challenge, we will not grow. But we must also have support. That’s where therapy comes in. Through support and challenge, something new emerges. We don’t just get through. We grow. We come out the other side greater than we were.
Why do people go to therapy? Most often, it is because we are in a crisis of some kind. Although we all find crises painful, they are also opportunities for growth. In fact growth does not occur without discomfort, maybe even pain. Without that challenge, we will not grow. But we must also have support. That’s where therapy comes in. Through support and challenge, something new emerges. We don’t just get through. We grow. We come out the other side greater than we were.
As your therapist, I am committed to providing a safe space and welcoming environment for you to navigate life's highs and lows with professional support. I aim to understand your unique world and how it shapes you. I view you as the expert of your own life and am dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment where you can feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow. My approach incorporates internal family systems, solution-focused, emotion-focused, and strengths-based frameworks. Together, we will collaboratively explore your life to gain a deeper understanding of who you are and where you want to go.
As your therapist, I am committed to providing a safe space and welcoming environment for you to navigate life's highs and lows with professional support. I aim to understand your unique world and how it shapes you. I view you as the expert of your own life and am dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment where you can feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow. My approach incorporates internal family systems, solution-focused, emotion-focused, and strengths-based frameworks. Together, we will collaboratively explore your life to gain a deeper understanding of who you are and where you want to go.
As a Recovery Coach my aim is to meet you where you are, and to let you know that wherever you are is normal. I am able to engage clients outside the confines of traditional clinical practice, providing support where there might currently be gaps in your care. This can look like: Meeting in the community—whether you need support going to a recovery meeting or you want encouragement while eating a meal. Sharing my own experiences with mental health, sobriety, and eating disorder recovery. Long and short-term goal setting, and hands-on support taking steps to achieve those goals.
As a Recovery Coach my aim is to meet you where you are, and to let you know that wherever you are is normal. I am able to engage clients outside the confines of traditional clinical practice, providing support where there might currently be gaps in your care. This can look like: Meeting in the community—whether you need support going to a recovery meeting or you want encouragement while eating a meal. Sharing my own experiences with mental health, sobriety, and eating disorder recovery. Long and short-term goal setting, and hands-on support taking steps to achieve those goals.
By visiting this website, you most likely are facing transitions in your life and are aware that you need help. By doing so, you have walked half the way for healing. If you are feeling depressed and stuck, living with anxiety, phobias, traumas, or trapped in addiction to substance or behavior, or living in a turbulent relationship, please, do not be discouraged. Step forward and call for help. Your current situation is not all that you have in your life and you have a lot in your toolbox that you haven't utilized yet. Here I am; ready to help.
By visiting this website, you most likely are facing transitions in your life and are aware that you need help. By doing so, you have walked half the way for healing. If you are feeling depressed and stuck, living with anxiety, phobias, traumas, or trapped in addiction to substance or behavior, or living in a turbulent relationship, please, do not be discouraged. Step forward and call for help. Your current situation is not all that you have in your life and you have a lot in your toolbox that you haven't utilized yet. Here I am; ready to help.
Mary Bruce-Owenby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202
Not accepting new clients
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for couples work where we focus on identifying and de-escalating negative cycles, rebuilding trust and emotional safety, and restructuring patterns toward connection, closeness, and a deeper intimacy.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for couples work where we focus on identifying and de-escalating negative cycles, rebuilding trust and emotional safety, and restructuring patterns toward connection, closeness, and a deeper intimacy.
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Jacqueline R Shannon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADCIII
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97213
Jackie Shannon is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Jackie makes use of a humanistic and existential approach through a variety of experiential modalities. By creating a safe space for individuals to experience the discomfort of life’s challenges, Jackie supports individuals in developing relationship through trust, empathy, direct and candid inquiry, and down to earth humor. Jackie encourages intuitive exploration through integrating talk therapy with present moment awareness using sound, music, role play and energy work.
Jackie Shannon is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Jackie makes use of a humanistic and existential approach through a variety of experiential modalities. By creating a safe space for individuals to experience the discomfort of life’s challenges, Jackie supports individuals in developing relationship through trust, empathy, direct and candid inquiry, and down to earth humor. Jackie encourages intuitive exploration through integrating talk therapy with present moment awareness using sound, music, role play and energy work.
Brita Fosse
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97216 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe a strong therapeutic alliance is the key to developing a plan for change and that therapy is a collaborative process. I relate to clients with warmth and honesty (as well as some occasional humor) that promotes space for non-judgmental and empathic exploration of experiences. My goal is to provide a friendly, safe environment where clients can authentically express themselves and gain insight that informs meaningful change. As a generalist psychologist, I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of presenting concerns.
I believe a strong therapeutic alliance is the key to developing a plan for change and that therapy is a collaborative process. I relate to clients with warmth and honesty (as well as some occasional humor) that promotes space for non-judgmental and empathic exploration of experiences. My goal is to provide a friendly, safe environment where clients can authentically express themselves and gain insight that informs meaningful change. As a generalist psychologist, I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of presenting concerns.
Misty Bottorff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing a safe place for all. I am trauma-informed and come from a strengths-based approach, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. I am honored to work with individuals who trust me with their stories and enjoy walking alongside my clients as they go through the therapeutic process.
I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing a safe place for all. I am trauma-informed and come from a strengths-based approach, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. I am honored to work with individuals who trust me with their stories and enjoy walking alongside my clients as they go through the therapeutic process.
My clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. They seek a path to clarity and balance. They need a compassionate space to explore their emotions and uncover the root causes of their distress. Their goal is to gain self-awareness, develop healthier coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. They want to transform their lives and find lasting fulfillment. Together, we can work towards understanding their inner world and making meaningful, positive changes.
My clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. They seek a path to clarity and balance. They need a compassionate space to explore their emotions and uncover the root causes of their distress. Their goal is to gain self-awareness, develop healthier coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. They want to transform their lives and find lasting fulfillment. Together, we can work towards understanding their inner world and making meaningful, positive changes.
Forrest Pandit-Kerr
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97213 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I’m glad you’re here. It can be exhausting even thinking about looking for a counselor. So, if scrolling through the pages here is as far as you get today, consider giving yourself some credit. Seeking out, and participating in, counseling is inherently a vulnerable experience. It is my role to provide a space where, together, we can build trust so that you can feel safe to engage in genuine self reflection. The relationship between client and counselor has been shown to be the most powerful force of change in the counseling process. I've worked with individuals facing intersecting challenges: overall health, financial, systemic.
I’m glad you’re here. It can be exhausting even thinking about looking for a counselor. So, if scrolling through the pages here is as far as you get today, consider giving yourself some credit. Seeking out, and participating in, counseling is inherently a vulnerable experience. It is my role to provide a space where, together, we can build trust so that you can feel safe to engage in genuine self reflection. The relationship between client and counselor has been shown to be the most powerful force of change in the counseling process. I've worked with individuals facing intersecting challenges: overall health, financial, systemic.
Taking new clients. My niche is working with individuals in the STEM field, (science, technology, engineering, and math). I enjoy working with individuals in this field because I feel there is a real need helping people navigate the complexities they face in both work and personal relationships. In other words, help them solve their, "work problems," that come with navigating particular personality dynamics in the workplace. We also focus on areas which define your personal relationships. Therapy can provide learning that can help you feel more integrated, aware, and effective in life.
Taking new clients. My niche is working with individuals in the STEM field, (science, technology, engineering, and math). I enjoy working with individuals in this field because I feel there is a real need helping people navigate the complexities they face in both work and personal relationships. In other words, help them solve their, "work problems," that come with navigating particular personality dynamics in the workplace. We also focus on areas which define your personal relationships. Therapy can provide learning that can help you feel more integrated, aware, and effective in life.
I partner with clients across the lifespan, helping folks to gain deeper insight into themselves, their desires, and their need for change. As a clinical social worker, my approach emphasizes the impact that marginalization and oppression can have on the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. Whether you are trying to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, the impacts of marginalization, or other stressors harming your mental health, we will work together to create a safe place where you can be seen and heard while finding a healing path forward.
I partner with clients across the lifespan, helping folks to gain deeper insight into themselves, their desires, and their need for change. As a clinical social worker, my approach emphasizes the impact that marginalization and oppression can have on the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. Whether you are trying to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, the impacts of marginalization, or other stressors harming your mental health, we will work together to create a safe place where you can be seen and heard while finding a healing path forward.
My aspiration is to co-create trust-building and healing paradigms with people who are caught in mental and emotional stagnancy or suffering. I hold truth, accountability, vulnerability and perspective expansion with deep reverence. I have reflective questions for us to sit with and I may offer re-frames for your answers. This is the beginning of a commitment to a practice to change. This may involve self-discovery regarding your own sense of joy and aliveness, any grief process you may be facing, any longing for expansion, and or sense of belonging. Your goals may surround how to better relate or how to become more autonomous.
My aspiration is to co-create trust-building and healing paradigms with people who are caught in mental and emotional stagnancy or suffering. I hold truth, accountability, vulnerability and perspective expansion with deep reverence. I have reflective questions for us to sit with and I may offer re-frames for your answers. This is the beginning of a commitment to a practice to change. This may involve self-discovery regarding your own sense of joy and aliveness, any grief process you may be facing, any longing for expansion, and or sense of belonging. Your goals may surround how to better relate or how to become more autonomous.
Dr. Dianna Harris (Accepting New Clients)
Psychologist, PsyD, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97219
Accepting NEW Clients (ages 18-65) as of 9/11/24 for Medication Management (I am not taking clients for therapy). Appointments are available in 2 weeks. Complete the Patient Inquiry Form on my website. You will receive a response the same or next day. My practice is primarily composed of adults struggling with anxiety and depression. I find that people reach out to treatment when excessive worry, low motivation, and negative thinking can lead to feeling less confident in their work, behind on tasks at home, and impacting their relationships. I don't treat ADHD and I don't prescribe controlled substances, such as Xanax for anxiety.
Accepting NEW Clients (ages 18-65) as of 9/11/24 for Medication Management (I am not taking clients for therapy). Appointments are available in 2 weeks. Complete the Patient Inquiry Form on my website. You will receive a response the same or next day. My practice is primarily composed of adults struggling with anxiety and depression. I find that people reach out to treatment when excessive worry, low motivation, and negative thinking can lead to feeling less confident in their work, behind on tasks at home, and impacting their relationships. I don't treat ADHD and I don't prescribe controlled substances, such as Xanax for anxiety.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Portland, OR
3,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Portland, OR who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Self Esteem |
70% | Stress |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
52% | PacificSource |
49% | Aetna |
38% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Portland, OR see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
74% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Portland?
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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.