Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Portland, OR
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Katie Sinner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use IFS, EMDR, DBT/
ACT
, and attachment-based approaches to help build skills to feel better in the moment and help it stay that way.
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.

Jenna LeJeune
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide focused, time-limited psychotherapy for individuals who are stuck and who want to make changes in their lives. This approach allows my clients to make real and impactful changes over a relatively short period of time. My commitment is to help the people I work with live lives that are more meaningful and fulfilling. I utilize empirically supported treatments, particularly
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy, an evidence-based therapy. Most importantly, I strive to always treat clients with dignity, respect, and compassion as I work to help them create for themselves the kind of meaningful life they desire.
Waitlist for new clients

Maire Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified
Verified
I utilize evidenced based and trauma-informed care practices, including EMDR, DBT,
ACT
, and attachment-based theory.
I want you to leave each therapy session feeling more hopeful than when you started. I love working with clients motivated to make changes, and also clients who feel uncertain about their ability to feel better—it’s a big step to start therapy! As a therapist with extensive experience working with clients coping with anxiety, trauma, OCD and dissociation, I consistently see how traumatic events unconsciously block and inhibit an individual from feeling hopeful and making change in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, trusting space to address what's burdening you and empower your sense of agency.
Not accepting new clients

Auburn Beebe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work from primarily an
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (
ACT
) model, while also integrating methods from other types of therapy to best suit your individual needs.
Life is hard, complicated and unpredictable. Sometimes it feels like we just cannot catch a break. It’s okay to struggle, and there are strategies we can use to not get so caught up in negative thoughts and feelings. My goal as a therapist is to teach you skills to help you do that and more, while also creating a warm and accepting space for you to process life’s many challenges. I especially enjoy working with college & graduate students, and I have a particular passion for assisting folks who hold marginalized identities to cope with the oppressive systems under which we live. Additionally, I am trained to treat Hoarding Disorder.

Katie Stubbers
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
The therapeutic tools that I use draw from polyvagal theory, cognitive behavioral therapy,
acceptance
and commitment therapy, somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based approaches.
My name is Katie Stubbers (pronounced “stoo-burs”), and my pronouns are she/her. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, meaning that the tools we choose to use together are specific to each client’s needs and preferences given their particular goals, cultural identity factors, and life circumstances. I draw upon the strengths that you already possess to inform which tools I offer. I also implement a systems-based approach which recognizes the various systems that clients interact with and are impacted by, including their family of origin, chosen family, social network, workplace or school, and societal systems.
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Heidi Scanlan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am referring out to clinicians on my team at this time. Do you have an interest in targeting worry/anxiety, depression, challenges with coping and communication, stress, and relationship issues? The desire to heal from distressing experiences or trauma that have had an impact on your relationships, employment, health, and wellness? We will work together utilizing a variety of techniques including;
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy and EMDR to reprocess your past so you can move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and harmony. Currently accepting new clients for solution focused treatment and EMDR therapy.
Not accepting new clients

Sheryl Dunn Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, CCMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Some modalities include Cognitive Behavioral,
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (
ACT
), solution focused therapy, family systems theory, and client centered approaches as well as, parent counseling, psychosocial education, and narrative techniques.
I believe all people have within themselves the ability to move towards positive change. By creating a safe and trusting relationship and environment, I begin to facilitate my clients' abilities to accept personal responsibility for their behavior, develop autonomy, and to make positive and constructive choices in their lives. I hope to empower my clients to successfully overcome traumatic and/or stressful life events and to find positive solutions to problems they may face currently or in the future.
Not accepting new clients

Mandy Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work to help my clients find what is driving unwanted circumstances in life, and to find growth through
acceptance
and self compassion.
Asking for help can feel daunting and may also be your window to healing. My goal is to offer a safe space for you to ask the scary questions, feel the unwanted pain, get to know your emotions and reacquaint yourself with your strength and resilience that may feel so distant. A counseling relationship can offer you reflection and insight to what is making you feel stuck. With you, I will help you discover the obstacles blocking your path, rediscover your personal assets and help you grow your skill set to work through these obstacles.

Misha Drlikova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Asking for help can feel intimidating and daunting, but acknowledging we need help is a courageous
act
. I approach therapy in a relational, and collaborative way. My therapeutic work is influenced by body-centered, mindfulness-based and contemplative psychotherapy. I work with individuals with trauma history and will utilize trauma informed lens to work with you. I also utilize culturally sensitive approach to provide space for individuals whose lives are on the margins. I am motivated to work with Queer, Trans and Non-Binary individuals, as these populations face unique challenges and obstacles.

Majken Elek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all deserve to feel aligned, safe and nurtured. Cultivating compassionate self-awareness and
acceptance
, are at the core of healing, change and growth. When we feel healthy and fulfilled we are more likely to live with meaning. I utilize an integrative lens, centered in mindfulness, and somatic orientations to promote increased consciousness of thoughts, values, feelings, and behavior patterns. My approach is intuitive, and warm. I address problems from a compassionate lens meeting clients where they are. Our work together involves expanding awareness of our inner minds, and our felt sense to move towards a more integrated self.

Megan Soland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I help client's heal from trauma and re-establish a relationship with their intuition and learn how to trust themselves again. I help client’s through a deconditioning process to challenge past lessons and messages that no longer serve them so they can realign with their true self. I believe that each person is unique and requires an individual approach to treatment. I use a variety of modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR),
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Somatic-based therapies, and parts work such as Internal Family Systems and Ego-State interventions.
Not accepting new clients

Priyadarshani Loess
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I use evidence-based treatments, such as
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Life can be incredibly painful at times. It is helpful to have someone in our corner, who will support and validate, as well as guide and challenge when necessary. My aim is to help you see yourself not as flawed or broken, but as worthy of compassion and
acceptance
. I can help you work through recovery from sexual assault and trauma, depression, body image concerns, exploring gender identity, exploring sexuality, cultivating healthy relationships, social anxiety, navigating culture and sense of self, coping with pet loss, life transitions, and understanding, regulating, and managing emotions

Alison K Diana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Therapy connects you to your authentic self and is an
act
of self-love. It is a leap of reconnection to the deeper layers within you that fuel growth,
acceptance
and contentment. I believe vulnerability is brave, and that with vulnerability, we grow. I offer tools to support you as you evolve, optimizing your present moment. With a psychodynamic lens, I can connect you to the various "selfs" you've inhabited through the years. And with mindfulness, I can connect you to awakening into your full self, shedding limiting beliefs and reframing narratives. Whether your needs are focused on short-term, or long-term, I welcome them.
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Melanie Mamola
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
I utilize mindfulness-based techniques including
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as well as various expressive arts modalities.
The fact that you are here, browsing for a potential counselor, is a brave step in the direction of growth, and I would be honored to accompany you on this most heartfelt journey. I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, parenting issues, divorce, and feelings of low self-worth, as well as with those who are sober curious, in recovery, or who want to explore behavioral addictions.

Annie Louise Pippert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-A, LMFT-A
Verified
Verified
In my work, I utilize treatment modalities including CBT,
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness-based practices, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy and The Gottman Method for couples.
I address a variety of issues including eating disorders, relationship and family conflict, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and the struggle to find purpose and meaning in life. I believe in highlighting the uniqueness of the individual, while understanding that we all function as part of a multitude of larger systems. The relationships we create with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us, can both transform and challenge us. Through this approach, I help individuals, couples, and families find peace and harmony. I will support you while you heal, transcend, and build the life you want.
Waitlist for new clients

Nick Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My approach lifts up your own personal strengths, wisdom, and goals, explores the impact of oppressive systems on personal suffering, and is supplemented with training in EMDR,
ACT
, and narrative therapy; laughter and tears included.
Over time, we all develop stories and ideas about ourselves, others, or the world. For some of us, these ideas may be born from experiences of marginalization and harm based on who we are; maybe we begin to believe we’re not good enough, not worthy of love, or there’s something wrong with us. Even if these stories were meant to, and probably did, protect us at some time, they're still exhausting to deal with and can lead to lots of worrying and stress, avoidance, numbing, or difficulty in our relationships. You've likely been trying your best to manage it all and are ready try something different.

Wesley Murph
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
If you are looking for a supportive and easy-to-talk-to therapist, to help you achieve your goals, I may be a good fit. I help men overcome anger issues and relationship conflicts that may be lowering their quality of life. I help individuals struggling with depression, PTSD, anxiety, low self-esteem, and ADHD. I also work with business owners, salespeople, creatives, healthcare workers, athletes, educators, writers, therapists, and more. I practice CBT,
ACT
, DBT, and shame-informed therapy. Together, we will find solutions to your struggles so you live your rich and meaningful life.
Not accepting new clients

Come As You Are Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, #C6978
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My collaborative, person centered, strengths based approach puts you in the driver's seat, because you're the expert on you! Perhaps most importantly, our therapeutic relationship will provide hope,
acceptance
, inclusivity, and a safe space to grow.
Currently have daytime openings! Do you find yourself feeling anxious, stuck, and needing peace and change? Have you noticed unhelpful patterns showing up in your relationships? Do your goals seem distant or overwhelming, because maybe, you're not sure where to start? If any of these sound familiar, know that you're not alone, and real practical help is available. While I don't have all the answers, I can lend a kind, empathetic, trained ear, shedding light on your strengths as we find the way forward towards change and healing.

Kevin Menasco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialized in the treatment of OCD-spectrum and anxiety related disorders using CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and
Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (
ACT
) for over 5 years.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence based treatment designed to work with individuals and families affected by all specialties and issues listed on my page. Treating challenges like anxiety, depression and OCD, requires a collaborative and supportive process tailored to each individual. With the right treatment it is possible to see significant changes in symptoms so you can spend more time pursing what is most important to you. I am offering primarily telehealth based appointments within Oregon and in-person appointments within the Portland area as needed.
Portland, OR 97202
& Online

Lauren Summer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
The simple
act
of dedicating the space and time to better understand yourself and your emotions is transformative.
Everyone has a different path in therapy. No matter what issues you are struggling with, it is possible to find peace and achieve a more meaningful life. Some of the things I enjoy working with include: childhood trauma, attachment issues, OCD, PTSD, men's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, and anxiety.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.