Adults Therapists in Alphabet District, Portland, OR
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Alana J Duschane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
LICENSED IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON STATE. I am a culturally informed person of color and an ANXIETY and CHILD/FAMILY EXPERT. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Portland with over 10 years of clinical experience. I offer psychotherapy and psychological/educational testing to children, teens, and
adults
. I work from a client-centered approach utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches. I specialize in Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, OCD, Mood Disorders, Substance Use Issues, and Psychological Assessment for Children, Teens, and
Adults
.
Not accepting new clients

Brittany Drosdak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I believe that meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I hope to earn your trust by creating a space in which you feel accepted, heard, and supported. My therapeutic style is warm, person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed. Over the years as a therapist, I have worked with teens and
adults
around depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, generational trauma, grief and loss, life transitions and stress, ADHD and neurodivergence, the LGBTQIA+ community and exploring identity.

Derrick Radford
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Derrick, a Native American tribal member of the Cherokee Nation and a Depth Psychotherapist in Practicum. I offer online counseling services for
adults
, teens, and couples throughout Oregon state. This means we can meet from the comfort of your own home or at your favorite spot in nature. As long as you have access to the internet or a cell phone, I can provide a space for us to explore many aspects of your life that you may not have yet explored and offer an opportunity for you to heal, grow, and flourish into renewal. I have found that modern humanity has a deeply conflicted relationship with the earth and community.

Christopher M Bartel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I provide individual psychotherapy to
adults
with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, family conflict, grief/loss, and post-trauma concerns.
I strive to establish a supportive, respectful, and affirming environment in which people can identify and explore thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and recurring patterns of behavior that may be interfering with their capacity to experience a fuller and more satisfying life. I place a high emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and I offer a warm, relational, and culturally sensitive approach to therapy. I provide individual psychodynamically-oriented psychotherapy services for
adults
.

Relationship Gardening
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
The Gottman Institute (my method) set a new higher quality in couples' help based on actual couples, gay or straight, studied for decades! In August of 2018, I trained with Brave Space to prepare gender referral letters for
adults
transitioning gender.
Couples (any age, race, gender identity) find relief from gridlock arguments, lost connection, or painful broken trust. Walk & Talk or Zoom (CA or OR) w/Shannon Batts, marriage specialist. Get how-tos for deeper understanding & validation from your mate, keeping disagreements from getting all wonky, or finding your way through coming out trans. Workshops & retreats. Visit Relationship Gardening website for marriage help gift, read kick ass testimonials, and see transgender couples resources. Many clients also are health professionals. Black American couples' Resource Redirection. Need fees reduced? Call or email today!

Jeff Whritenour
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I assist
adults
and couples with psycho-spiritual practices, relationships, parenting, life transitions, anxiety/depression, and loss. My practice is oriented toward psychological and spiritual integration. Through a combination of mindfulness, somatic and systems therapies, clients develop deeper relationship with all aspects of themself. Together, we'll help you access more Love and appreciation for parts of yourself you may judge harshly; and look for guidance from the Wisdom that you already embody.
Not accepting new clients

Summer Farley
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified
Verified
I primarily work with
adults
wishing to address mood concerns, anxiety and stress, self-esteem, identity development, and imposter syndrome.
Are you feeling stuck or dissatisfied with life? Have you felt trapped in cycles of self-doubt, sadness, worry, frustration, and stress? Do you feel disconnected from others or the world? My work centers on aligning you with who you know you truly are by rediscovering what is most important to you in life. I’m passionate about guiding others in expressing their most authentic selves while helping them to create lives truly worth living. We all have a unique life story that deserves to be nourished, honored, and shared.
Not accepting new clients

Christopher H Smith
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
Currently Deployed Out of Country- Not Accepting New Patients. I received my doctorate from Yeshiva University - Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NYC with a focus on Health Psychology. I completed my two-year fellowship and residency at the Albert Ellis Institute in Manhattan where I gained expertise treating anxiety, depression and stress reduction in
adults
and adolescents using CBT and REBT. I received my MSCP (Masters in clinical psychopharmacology) from Alliant University and my MS in counseling psychology from Loyola University, where my area of clinical focus was in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety, and sexual health.

Bob Linhares
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I treat
adults
experiencing a variety of life's challenges, including relationship problems, transition challenges, career worries, money-related difficulties, health concerns, anxiety, and depression. This work combines practical guidance, problem solving and education. My therapeutic style is collaborative. Together, we look for insight into the origins of unwanted behavioral, emotional, and relationship patterns, then use that new knowledge to develop strategies to help you get "unstuck" and move forward in your life.
Waitlist for new clients

Gia Buckberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with women, single parents as well as
adults
who may be questioning the direction of their current life or career paths.
*CURRENTLY FULL AND NOT ACCEPTING PATIENTS AT THIS TIME *I partner with individuals who essentially are at a crossroads in their lives. Whether it be a major change in their family dynamic or a career shift, transitions may be challenging and these may warrant additional support. As a counselor who uses a life coaching approach, I look forward to supporting individuals who want to see results, be inspired to go further distances and reclaim their internal joy.

Matthew David Lovell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Hello, I am a therapist and clinical supervisor with over 25 years of experience working with
adults
, adolescents and families throughout the life cycle. My specialties include: life stage transition, couples counseling, parenting challenging teens, depression , anxiety, identity issues, substance abuse, attachment and adjustment to a new normal after a diagnosis or medical intervention. I also provide clinical supervision to interns who are working toward their LPC and LMFT licenses. Visit my website at http://www.matthewlovell.com for more information. Thank you!
Zena Vevaina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MD
Verified
Verified
Hi and welcome! I would like to offer my hand in your journey. Often, people seek therapy when they are in a crisis such as a challenge in marriage, infidelity, difficulty with an adolescent, a transition, depression, anxiety, psychosis, or struggling with substance abuse. Sometimes people seek therapy when they need someone to help them reframe an issue or offer a different perspective. I value and respect each individual I work with. I work with
adults
, children, adolescents, couples, and families using many different theoretical approaches tailored to match your unique needs and personality.

Kathy Reicker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a highly trained psychotherapist and psychoanalyst and I treat adolescents and
adults
who are struggling with difficulties in living, including depression, anxiety, self esteem, identity, sexual functioning, and career and parenting issues. If you feel lost, alone, worthless, or directionless, I can be of help. Psychotherapy or talk therapy is a collaborative process where we work to identify, explore and change repetitive patterns that may keep you stuck or unfulfilled whether in work, relationships, or life in general. Therapy can help you develop capacities, master traumas, resolve conflicts, gain clarity and perspective and lead a more fulfilling life.

Karen Chenier
LPC Intern, PhD, LPC, R-DMT
In my practice, I work primarily with
adults
, couples, and professionals in managing a wide range of mental health issues and challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Intimacy, Communication problems, Learning differences, Self- Esteem, Health issues, Life Transitions, Grief & loss, Professional/Work issues, Family and Relationship matters. We work together toward your goals in discovering and learning new ways of managing stress, anxiety, and depression that limit connection and options to move forward that are unique to you. Clients can heal, grow and experience joy and meaning in their life in a safe psychotherapeutic setting.

Whole Life Coaching and Consulting
PCC, CDWF, CDTLF
I enjoy working with mid-life
adults
energized for the 'next chapter' and young people entering the workforce.
My work as a leadership and life coach is to support your unique journey. If you're feeling stalled out at work; if you're seeking to rekindle passion and purpose, a coaching conversation can be transformative. We'll identify aspirational goals and create a realistic plan for change, with milestones to mark progress. I draw upon the research of Dr. Brené Brown and I am a trained teacher of the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion curricula of Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer. I offer the IEQ9 Enneagram Personality Assessment as a starting point for inquiry. The coaching conversation can bring you back to life. Let's begin.

Brandon Bressi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I provide counseling services to
adults
in a warm, welcoming environment with individuals from all walks of life, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
The clients I work with are individuals who come from varying cultural backgrounds, with unique life experiences and personal stories. They are dedicated to exploring themselves openly and authentically while seeking to engage in a collaborative, therapeutic journey towards deeper self-awareness, greater self-confidence, and personal healing.
Not accepting new clients

Chris Ferrante, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I provide individual counseling for
adults
living in Oregon and Washington. Counseling can be helpful in numerous ways. Some examples include: building skills to manage anxiety and mood, overcoming obsessions and compulsions, working through past trauma, and overcoming fear of social situations. I take a client-centered, integrative approach and utilize evidence-based practices, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness.
Not accepting new clients

Amy Dahla, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CADCIII
Verified
Verified
I provide counseling services to
adults
of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, chronic pain, interpersonal difficulties, as well as workplace issues. I am trained to work with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. My therapeutic approach involves open-minded and caring collaboration with my clients to help transform adversity into empowerment. I provide both brief and long-term therapy.

Dr. T. Dawson Woodrum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with
adults
(ages 18 and above) who are confronted with many types of issues and concerns.
Do want to want to live authentically with yourself and others? Has something happened that makes you question your core beliefs and values? My primary goal is to understand you as to want to be understood - without rigid diagnoses or other labels. We will work together to fully understand who you have been, who you are in the present, and who you aspire to be. We will also consider how your current beliefs may be based on long-held assumptions and are no longer your own. Ultimately, good therapy will free up your capacity to consider new choices that are more closely aligned with your own values and goals.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr. Andrew Summerer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My name is Drew Summerer. I am a licensed psychologist in Portland, Oregon. I offer psychotherapy to
adults
with a range of presenting concerns and diagnoses. As a generalist psychologist, I integrate a variety of evidenced-based philosophical developmental, sociocultural, and empirical approaches to offer insight into each unique encounter. My clinical approach is grounded in contemporary/relational psychodynamic theories as well as various anti-oppression, cultural, feminist, social constructivist, and trauma-informed perspectives.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone 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.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, 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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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.
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.
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.