Adoption Therapists in Portland, OR

When I first became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 20 years ago, our understanding of how past traumas and attachment wounds affected us in the present, and how to effectively treat trauma and attachment wounds was very minimal. Since that time, extensive research, studies, theories and practices have broadened our knowledge of trauma's impact on the mind and body and expanded the variety of tools and resources available to support therapists. I can honestly say I have never loved my work as a trauma/attachment-focused therapist more than I do right now.
When I first became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 20 years ago, our understanding of how past traumas and attachment wounds affected us in the present, and how to effectively treat trauma and attachment wounds was very minimal. Since that time, extensive research, studies, theories and practices have broadened our knowledge of trauma's impact on the mind and body and expanded the variety of tools and resources available to support therapists. I can honestly say I have never loved my work as a trauma/attachment-focused therapist more than I do right now.

On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.

Full Circle Ecotherapy and Family Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97266
We specialize in helping individuals and families recover from the impacts of trauma, generational trauma and systemic trauma (including mental health systems). We have experience in working with foster, adopted, LGBTQ+ and neuro-divergent youth and adults. We offer nature-based groups for adults, caregivers and trauma survivors.
We specialize in helping individuals and families recover from the impacts of trauma, generational trauma and systemic trauma (including mental health systems). We have experience in working with foster, adopted, LGBTQ+ and neuro-divergent youth and adults. We offer nature-based groups for adults, caregivers and trauma survivors.

I’m here for you and your experience! I welcome your whole self, including the parts that hurt most, have been marginalized by dominant society, and are navigating change. You may be experiencing grief and loss around the death of a loved one, a memory loss diagnosis, the redefining of a role, grief over the climate, or a harm done to a family member. You may find yourself transitioning into caregiving, stepping away from work, or parenting - including grandparents who are returning to raise children. All of this may be resulting in exacerbated stress, depression, anxiety. I'm looking forward to supporting you.
I’m here for you and your experience! I welcome your whole self, including the parts that hurt most, have been marginalized by dominant society, and are navigating change. You may be experiencing grief and loss around the death of a loved one, a memory loss diagnosis, the redefining of a role, grief over the climate, or a harm done to a family member. You may find yourself transitioning into caregiving, stepping away from work, or parenting - including grandparents who are returning to raise children. All of this may be resulting in exacerbated stress, depression, anxiety. I'm looking forward to supporting you.

Kayla C. Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
No one is born with an owner’s manual to happiness. It can be a long road of trial and error we all have to figure out through life. Traumatic experiences can act as roadblocks, affecting our ability to thrive. Sometimes we need help through this process. My job as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional is to work as a guide to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors. Together, we process these experiences through transparent discussion and bodily movement, to explore different avenues of healing.
No one is born with an owner’s manual to happiness. It can be a long road of trial and error we all have to figure out through life. Traumatic experiences can act as roadblocks, affecting our ability to thrive. Sometimes we need help through this process. My job as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional is to work as a guide to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors. Together, we process these experiences through transparent discussion and bodily movement, to explore different avenues of healing.

Life transitions, self-sabotage, and persistent negative thinking can be deeply painful and leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed. Whether you're grappling with spiritual challenges or personal changes, these experiences often bring uncertainty and doubt. If you're feeling stuck in these cycles, I’m here to offer support and help you find a path to clarity and self-acceptance. Together, we’ll explore how to break free from negative patterns and create a life that feels more meaningful.
Life transitions, self-sabotage, and persistent negative thinking can be deeply painful and leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed. Whether you're grappling with spiritual challenges or personal changes, these experiences often bring uncertainty and doubt. If you're feeling stuck in these cycles, I’m here to offer support and help you find a path to clarity and self-acceptance. Together, we’ll explore how to break free from negative patterns and create a life that feels more meaningful.

Meghan Opbroek
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello and Welcome! My name is Meghan (She/They). I work with folks seeking freedom and relief from trauma, anxiety, depression, and whatever else is getting in the way of you living the life you want. I've worked with folks exploring personality, identity, sexuality, relationships, motivation, body image, the multitude of gender representations, fear of self or others, and exploration of identity. I believe people become who they are in relation to others. Understanding yourself as a person, parent, child, friend, partner, or any other identity is key to happiness and well-being. I'm happy to discuss more in a consultation.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Meghan (She/They). I work with folks seeking freedom and relief from trauma, anxiety, depression, and whatever else is getting in the way of you living the life you want. I've worked with folks exploring personality, identity, sexuality, relationships, motivation, body image, the multitude of gender representations, fear of self or others, and exploration of identity. I believe people become who they are in relation to others. Understanding yourself as a person, parent, child, friend, partner, or any other identity is key to happiness and well-being. I'm happy to discuss more in a consultation.

Harini Sukumaran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Offering online therapy & in- office visits. Your child's anxiety and depression may have increased with isolation from friends, adjustment to online schooling, and disruption in schedule. Maybe you're a parent or caregiver who is frustrated with your child/teen's behavior at home? May be you are a parent who is overwhelmed and wants to parent mindfully. May be your child is struggling with anxiety &depression, and you are unsure how to help them and need a holistic approach. You may have noticed your child struggling with self regulation, high anxiety, sadness, anger issues, ADHD, and learning difficulties.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Offering online therapy & in- office visits. Your child's anxiety and depression may have increased with isolation from friends, adjustment to online schooling, and disruption in schedule. Maybe you're a parent or caregiver who is frustrated with your child/teen's behavior at home? May be you are a parent who is overwhelmed and wants to parent mindfully. May be your child is struggling with anxiety &depression, and you are unsure how to help them and need a holistic approach. You may have noticed your child struggling with self regulation, high anxiety, sadness, anger issues, ADHD, and learning difficulties.

Life can feel overwhelming, and sometimes it’s hard to know what comes next or how to keep going. Maybe you’re hesitant about therapy, wondering if it’s really for you or questioning if your struggles are “enough” to reach out for help. If you’re dealing with a life changes, relationship issues, ongoing stress, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and find a way forward that feels real and manageable. Together, we’ll explore what’s under the surface—both conscious & unconscious parts—so you can find clarity, build inner strength, and feel more balanced & grounded in your life
Life can feel overwhelming, and sometimes it’s hard to know what comes next or how to keep going. Maybe you’re hesitant about therapy, wondering if it’s really for you or questioning if your struggles are “enough” to reach out for help. If you’re dealing with a life changes, relationship issues, ongoing stress, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and find a way forward that feels real and manageable. Together, we’ll explore what’s under the surface—both conscious & unconscious parts—so you can find clarity, build inner strength, and feel more balanced & grounded in your life

The Hope Connection
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
If you are looking for confidential, professional and respectful counseling, you have come to the right place. If you have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship or family struggles... our group of qualified therapists will work with you on improving areas of your life so you gain control. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We will work with you to better understand and resolve challenges in your life and help you discover what may be holding you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you are looking for confidential, professional and respectful counseling, you have come to the right place. If you have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship or family struggles... our group of qualified therapists will work with you on improving areas of your life so you gain control. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We will work with you to better understand and resolve challenges in your life and help you discover what may be holding you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.

Transitioning to parenthood can feel overwhelming. Fertility challenges can be an incredibly stressful and isolating experience. Whether you are struggling with getting pregnant as quickly as expected, feeling overwhelmed with navigating medical systems, coping with anxiety or unexpected depression and stress, or navigating this journey solo or in unconventional ways, building a family can be filled with uncertainty.
Transitioning to parenthood can feel overwhelming. Fertility challenges can be an incredibly stressful and isolating experience. Whether you are struggling with getting pregnant as quickly as expected, feeling overwhelmed with navigating medical systems, coping with anxiety or unexpected depression and stress, or navigating this journey solo or in unconventional ways, building a family can be filled with uncertainty.
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Hi! I'm Kelsey, a second-gen, Chinese-Canadian, escape room enthusiast, and therapist dedicated to helping you reconnect with your authentic self. As an LMFT with over a decade of experience, I specialize in providing trauma-informed, culturally affirming care to adults navigating life's complexities. In our work together, I'll provide the structure and focused support, while you bring the initiative and story. I'll hold the framework; you bring your authentic self, and together we can make meaningful change happen.
Hi! I'm Kelsey, a second-gen, Chinese-Canadian, escape room enthusiast, and therapist dedicated to helping you reconnect with your authentic self. As an LMFT with over a decade of experience, I specialize in providing trauma-informed, culturally affirming care to adults navigating life's complexities. In our work together, I'll provide the structure and focused support, while you bring the initiative and story. I'll hold the framework; you bring your authentic self, and together we can make meaningful change happen.

I will help you get to the heart of the matter, the root of what is causing suffering in your life, and we will work together to create the changes you seek. I work from a mind-body-spirit lens with a focus on nervous system regulation, somatic interventions, NLP, parts work, mindfulness, and EFT meridian tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques). We work together to help unstick the parts of yourself and your life that are stuck. We will work together to create a different relationship with these parts so you can have the experience of being happy, healthy, well, and fulfilled in you life.
I will help you get to the heart of the matter, the root of what is causing suffering in your life, and we will work together to create the changes you seek. I work from a mind-body-spirit lens with a focus on nervous system regulation, somatic interventions, NLP, parts work, mindfulness, and EFT meridian tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques). We work together to help unstick the parts of yourself and your life that are stuck. We will work together to create a different relationship with these parts so you can have the experience of being happy, healthy, well, and fulfilled in you life.

I am excited to be accepting new clients! I help teenagers, young adults and their families navigate this amazing and challenging time in their lives. I work with teenagers, young adults and their families to find connection and safety while coping with the discomfort that life can bring.
I am excited to be accepting new clients! I help teenagers, young adults and their families navigate this amazing and challenging time in their lives. I work with teenagers, young adults and their families to find connection and safety while coping with the discomfort that life can bring.

Maili Batista is a licensed clinical social worker offering talk therapy to adults. She treats a full list of issues with specializations in depression, anxiety, aging, illness, and LGBTQIA+ issues and support. Maili received her Master of Social Work in 1993 from Portland State University.
Maili Batista is a licensed clinical social worker offering talk therapy to adults. She treats a full list of issues with specializations in depression, anxiety, aging, illness, and LGBTQIA+ issues and support. Maili received her Master of Social Work in 1993 from Portland State University.

Life can hurt. Set-backs, emotional pain, social awkwardness, fear of anger, shame or rejection can block that which we desire most-loving nurturing relationships, affirmation from others, and self-valuing. I have been helping individuals and couples better achieve those desires for 40+ years. I bring a long history of a variety of skills to a mutually created process.
Life can hurt. Set-backs, emotional pain, social awkwardness, fear of anger, shame or rejection can block that which we desire most-loving nurturing relationships, affirmation from others, and self-valuing. I have been helping individuals and couples better achieve those desires for 40+ years. I bring a long history of a variety of skills to a mutually created process.

My approach is direct, compassionate, and supportive. We work at the level and in the areas that are important to you. Every client is unique and will have a different therapeutic experience, one that is tailored to meet their needs, at this time. I am able to choose from a vast array of therapeutic tools and understandings to meet your treatment goals.
My approach is direct, compassionate, and supportive. We work at the level and in the areas that are important to you. Every client is unique and will have a different therapeutic experience, one that is tailored to meet their needs, at this time. I am able to choose from a vast array of therapeutic tools and understandings to meet your treatment goals.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT! Are you living your best life? Do you sense your life has become unmanageable? Do you struggle in relationships? If your story contains themes of depression, anxiety, addiction, interpersonal issues or just "seem to be stuck right now"; lets have a conversation to see how I can help you to create a better story. I'm a therapist, but I'm also a parent and wife who makes plenty of mistakes. Luckily, perfection isn't necessary or desirable. It often takes only small, positive changes to yield significant benefits. Things can get better, sometimes quickly, if you begin taking steps in the right direction.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT! Are you living your best life? Do you sense your life has become unmanageable? Do you struggle in relationships? If your story contains themes of depression, anxiety, addiction, interpersonal issues or just "seem to be stuck right now"; lets have a conversation to see how I can help you to create a better story. I'm a therapist, but I'm also a parent and wife who makes plenty of mistakes. Luckily, perfection isn't necessary or desirable. It often takes only small, positive changes to yield significant benefits. Things can get better, sometimes quickly, if you begin taking steps in the right direction.

Patrick Welly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Jungian, Analyst
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212
Are you looking for a Jungian Analyst to help you navigate the tension of opposites and live life more deeply, passionately, and intentionally? My practice is rooted primarily in the relationship between my client and myself. It draws upon metaphor; experiental learning; traditional methods of analytical psychology (life narrative, dream exploration, authentic movement, exploring the intersubjective field between us) meditation; visualization; and spiritual inquiry.
Are you looking for a Jungian Analyst to help you navigate the tension of opposites and live life more deeply, passionately, and intentionally? My practice is rooted primarily in the relationship between my client and myself. It draws upon metaphor; experiental learning; traditional methods of analytical psychology (life narrative, dream exploration, authentic movement, exploring the intersubjective field between us) meditation; visualization; and spiritual inquiry.

The PATH Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, LPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212
Are you overwhelmed and and exhausted? Are you feeling stuck in patterns that are limiting you such as addiction, depression, anxiety or relationship trouble? If so, they may be related to attachment and or trauma. At The Portland Attachment & Trauma Healing Center we use an integrated approach that incorporates interpersonal Neurobiology. We use effective right-brained therapy protocols such as Lifespan Integration and Attachment Focused EMDR to help build self-empathy and self-compassion. We can help. Just give us a call!
Are you overwhelmed and and exhausted? Are you feeling stuck in patterns that are limiting you such as addiction, depression, anxiety or relationship trouble? If so, they may be related to attachment and or trauma. At The Portland Attachment & Trauma Healing Center we use an integrated approach that incorporates interpersonal Neurobiology. We use effective right-brained therapy protocols such as Lifespan Integration and Attachment Focused EMDR to help build self-empathy and self-compassion. We can help. Just give us a call!
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