Couples Counseling Therapists in Alphabet District, Portland, OR
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Gia Buckberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
*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.
Waitlist for new clients
Shelley Sauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I will help you strengthen your
relationship
with your inner wisdom.
*Not currently accepting new clients* Life brings with it some emotional pain, but it is not necessary to suffer needlessly. If you have been struggling, and long for greater peace in your life, I may be able to help. I offer a compassionate and heart-centered approach, and bring knowledge, experience, deep listening and insight into my work. My focus is to help you understand and meet these challenges, to access and support your inner wisdom, to develop a plan and work towards healthy change. You can develop increased peace, a greater sense of meaning or purpose, a stronger connection with others, and increased creativity.
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.
Rivers Way Community Clinic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified
Verified
We serve a wide range of clients, individuals,
couples
families who present with a wide range of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, sexual issues, body symptoms. Our staff is trained to work with the whole person, mind, body and spirit, believing that within each person is the power to grow and heal from their issues if we can follow their process and within our issues lies the potential solution. We respect and support diversity and deep democracy within the person and in the world and are especially good with helping with issues around body symptoms and
relationship
problems.
Stephanie F Winn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer therapy without ideology for fair-minded people who have lost trust in counselors: victims of gender medicine and their families; the politically homeless; and others who've become increasingly afraid to express their views due to institutional capture. My clients often struggle with isolation, despair, compassion fatigue, stress, trauma, burnout, work-life balance, emotion regulation, conflict, productivity, sleep, habits, and finding meaning & fulfillment in life. I also enjoy helping
couples
reduce defensiveness, open up communication, move through challenging transitions, and deepen their capacity for intimacy together.
The Couples Clinic of Portland
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
At The
Couples
Clinic of Portland, helping people is our passion. We get great satisfaction in helping people improve their lives and relationships. We know from personal experience how restorative and empowering good counseling can be. We are here to collaboratively help you work through whatever you are struggling with, and find your true, empowered self. We also know how difficult it is to find a therapist who has advanced training in
couples counseling
. As we are dedicated to keeping abreast of the most cutting edge techniques, you are certain to find help here for yourself and for your
relationship
.
Dan Bernard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Meeting with a
couples
therapist is a big step, but a good one for improving communication and conflict resolution skills, rebuilding trust and intimacy, or recovering from an infidelity.
Please visit my website for details about how I treat a variety of common concerns, including rebuilding trust and intimacy, anger management, conflict resolution and recovery work around sex or porn addiction. I provide this service through a secure HIPAA approved therapy platform. I have been working with individuals and
couples
for over 25 years.
Nikki Frederick
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
One of my specialities is
couples
therapy, whether partnered, married, or dating.
I take a relational approach to psychotherapy, and work to create a space for clients to be genuine and transparent as we work together to address their needs. I am a good fit for individuals who are looking to gain deeper self-awareness and insight, increase meaning and fulfillment in their lives, and reduce mental health symptoms that interfere with their well-being. Those dealing with interpersonal difficulties, in addition to other mental health struggles such as anxiety, traumatic stress, and depression, often benefit from my integrative, relational approach to psychotherapy.
Aya Fujisaki
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, procrastination,
relationship
concerns, family issues, and a variety of other challenges.
As we walk through life, we sometimes encounter a difficult problem that feels impossible to solve. Although facing such a challenge can be extremely confusing and painful, it may also be an invitation to recognize an old habit, belief,
relationship
pattern, or lifestyle that no longer serves you and a time to explore new possibilities. I am honored to be able accompany and guide my clients on this sacred journey of healing, growth, and discovery.
Anne Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am especially effective working with survivors of trauma and PTSD, and individual struggling with addiction, long term
relationship
dynamics, depression, anxiety, life transitions, spiritual growth, eating disorders, body image, and issues of shame and identity.
As a therapist, I provide an inclusive, non-judgmental space in which you can process the feelings, while feeling heard and understood. As a client, you can expect to join efforts to explore, laugh, and find your voice again. I help my clients to find freedom and strength as you express thoughts and emotions in a safe environment, thereby deepening your
relationship
with your true self and with others. I believe the therapy
relationship
should be one of mutual respect and collaboration.
Gary Neil Reiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, , LCSW
Verified
Verified
My specialties include working with body symptoms; dreams;
couples
and family issues; sex therapy and intimacy work; trauma personal and collective; and working with money issues.
I work with a wide range of people. My clients like deep work, As a Process Oriented therapist and teacher I use dreamwork, symptoms work, bodywork, movement,
relationship
work, conflict work, inner work and meditation, art and creativity, and many other methods based on the individuals client's process. I work with individuals,
couples
, and families. I have helped develop Process Oriented family therapy; Process Oriented sex and intimacy work; Process Oriented personal and historical trauma work; Process oriented coma and brain injury work, I have written 11 books on these topics. My work integrates mind body and spirit.
Kimberly Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I offer individual, marriage and family, and
relationship
counseling.
Hello, I imagine you are here because something isn't quite right in your life and you are seeking guidance to make positive changes. As you explore what therapy has to offer you, more clarity emerges that you are embarking on a journey into your inner life. In therapy, you will have a chance to examine the issues you face and learn new tools and skills to address your problems.
Derrick Radford
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In turn, I have found that through the reclamation of our
relationship
with the earth, our emotional bodies, and all our relations, we can begin to heal the deep wound that divides humanity from its symbiotic
relationship
with the natural world.
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.
Not accepting new clients
Kathleen Polscer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
CURRENTLY NOT Accepting Clients. I love my work as a
couples
' counselor. As a Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, I have 20+ years experience helping
couples
& individuals improve communication, rekindle intimacy and improve awareness of patterns that may result in defensiveness, feeling "not heard" by your
partner
. In individual therapy, I create a warm environment so clients feel comfortable to share their issues. Together we develop goals & strategies for cultivating positive changes. In
couples
work, we address problematic communication to change those patterns from ineffective to effective habits & behaviors.
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!
Graham Sterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals,
couples
and families.
It is my philosophy that each of us are on a path that encompasses understanding who we are in relation to our surroundings. Answers are found through interpersonal connections and within ourselves. It is my job to offer a safe, supportive space and the skilled assistance that allows you to discover your strengths and the tools necessary to overcome life's hurdles.
Not accepting new clients
Randy H Zasloff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADCI, NCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Do you feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck? You have more days when it's all you can do to drag yourself out of bed? You have trouble falling asleep because you can't stop worry about what's going to happen? Or you wake up from nightmares that make no sense?
Counseling can help. I truly believe everyone has the ability to heal. First, we will develop a safe and respectful
relationship
. Then, dependent on what works best for you we put together a plan to address your goals. Often I incorporate 'experiential' therapies to complement 'talk' therapy.
Kimberly Woodworth
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling stagnant, stuck, or disconnected in
relationship
to yourself and others in your life? I specialize in individual therapy with the aim of using self and relational exploration, reframing, and evidence based practices to increase quality of self-concept, relationships, and life. Whether you are suffering from a big life cycle change, to depression and anxiety, identity issues, or perhaps grief, I provide a safe, inclusive and affirming space for individuals to explore and create a life that is more aligned with personal goals, values and authentic self. Healing, connection and thriving is possible.
Richard Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
It is perfectly normal for individuals,
couples
, and families to experience problems at various times, and therapy can be very useful in helping to navigate life’s trials and transitions. I believe that everyone possesses abundant natural strengths and resiliencies to draw from to achieve goals and move closer to a preferred life. I help clients with many issues, including anxiety, depression,
relationship
problems, family conflict, and addiction issues. I think of my role as a collaborator and guide, working relationally with you to find solutions and foster well-being.
Not accepting new clients
Hannah Brassell
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Brassell has experience working in a variety of settings including primary care behavioral health, telehealth, community mental health, and college/university counseling. She is a generalist clinician who uses CBT, ACT, and solutions-focused approaches to help patients navigate a variety of social, emotional, physical, and psychological concerns including anxiety, depression, life transitions, interpersonal/
relationship
distress, identity exploration, trauma, and chronic condition management.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.