Couples Counseling Therapists in Portland, OR
Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can quietly shape relationships and self-worth.
Many people seek support when familiar ways of coping no longer feel sustainable. You may notice cycles of over-giving, self-criticism, or fear of loss that trace back further than expected. In a calm and steady space, we slow the pace, make room for complexity, and gently explore what is asking for attention, care, and understanding.
Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can quietly shape relationships and self-worth.
Many people seek support when familiar ways of coping no longer feel sustainable. You may notice cycles of over-giving, self-criticism, or fear of loss that trace back further than expected. In a calm and steady space, we slow the pace, make room for complexity, and gently explore what is asking for attention, care, and understanding.
I focus on attachment and relationships, healing from complex trauma, and discovering your sexual self.
Once a safe space is created, we can begin to explore difficult topics. My role is to create a space/positive regard while offering feedback and insight on patterns that may be keeping you stuck. While we explore these hard topics, it is my job to keep the pace at a safe level, and bring in laughter, positivity, and reminders of all the strengths you hold.
I focus on attachment and relationships, healing from complex trauma, and discovering your sexual self.
Once a safe space is created, we can begin to explore difficult topics. My role is to create a space/positive regard while offering feedback and insight on patterns that may be keeping you stuck. While we explore these hard topics, it is my job to keep the pace at a safe level, and bring in laughter, positivity, and reminders of all the strengths you hold.
I also work with clients navigating LGBTQ experiences, race-related stress, relationship challenges, and damaging relationship patterns.
We often seek therapy during times of transition, stress, relationship strain, or emotional overwhelm. Together, we can work toward clarity, relief, and a deeper understanding of what you’re experiencing. My role is to walk beside you with care, skill, and a clear plan for meaningful change. I use CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-focused work to support your growth. Over time, you can develop greater clarity, resilience, and confidence. You don’t have to do this alone—support is here.
I also work with clients navigating LGBTQ experiences, race-related stress, relationship challenges, and damaging relationship patterns.
We often seek therapy during times of transition, stress, relationship strain, or emotional overwhelm. Together, we can work toward clarity, relief, and a deeper understanding of what you’re experiencing. My role is to walk beside you with care, skill, and a clear plan for meaningful change. I use CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-focused work to support your growth. Over time, you can develop greater clarity, resilience, and confidence. You don’t have to do this alone—support is here.
Madison has numerous years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and systems, all who bring their own unique lived experiences including Queer, first responders, trauma survivors and those who experience emotional intensity.
You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support you while you lead. I value transparency, respect, trust, and unconditional positive regard. Using trauma-informed, strength-based approaches like DBT, CBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I help with issues such as emotion dysregulation, attachment wounds, and relationship conflict.
Madison has numerous years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and systems, all who bring their own unique lived experiences including Queer, first responders, trauma survivors and those who experience emotional intensity.
You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support you while you lead. I value transparency, respect, trust, and unconditional positive regard. Using trauma-informed, strength-based approaches like DBT, CBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I help with issues such as emotion dysregulation, attachment wounds, and relationship conflict.
My approach resonates with clients who are curious about themselves and others, who want to cultivate deeper and more intimate relationships and who are open to exploring frameworks of mental health beyond the medical model and psychiatry.
My practice is enriched by nursing, medicine, mindfulness, spirituality, psychology and at the core, nonjudgmental curiosity. I focus primarily on psychotherapy and offer some limited medication management. I hesitate to use the word "provider." I believe healing transpires collaboratively by cultivating a trusting client-clinician relationship.
My approach resonates with clients who are curious about themselves and others, who want to cultivate deeper and more intimate relationships and who are open to exploring frameworks of mental health beyond the medical model and psychiatry.
My practice is enriched by nursing, medicine, mindfulness, spirituality, psychology and at the core, nonjudgmental curiosity. I focus primarily on psychotherapy and offer some limited medication management. I hesitate to use the word "provider." I believe healing transpires collaboratively by cultivating a trusting client-clinician relationship.
I enjoy working with couples around sex therapy, communication issues, reconnection, imbalances in relational responsibility/load, and relationship or life transitions.
I draw from a variety of modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). My therapeutic style is compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental. With humble curiosity, I aim to understand how contexts like culture, oppression, and family of origin influence you and your relationships.
I enjoy working with couples around sex therapy, communication issues, reconnection, imbalances in relational responsibility/load, and relationship or life transitions.
I draw from a variety of modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). My therapeutic style is compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental. With humble curiosity, I aim to understand how contexts like culture, oppression, and family of origin influence you and your relationships.
I see myself as a relational therapist. Someone that is always looking into how our current and past relationships shape our lives. I enjoy working with couples and individuals. My intent is always to meet you with an open mind and a gentle heart; however, I believe that therapy is at times about accountability, too. Most importantly, I want my clients to have a place to land where, for just a small portion of their week, they feel seen and accepted for who they are and what they want to become. I especially like working with adults that may have suffered childhood trauma and help them understand the current impact it may have.
I see myself as a relational therapist. Someone that is always looking into how our current and past relationships shape our lives. I enjoy working with couples and individuals. My intent is always to meet you with an open mind and a gentle heart; however, I believe that therapy is at times about accountability, too. Most importantly, I want my clients to have a place to land where, for just a small portion of their week, they feel seen and accepted for who they are and what they want to become. I especially like working with adults that may have suffered childhood trauma and help them understand the current impact it may have.
I provide services to individuals, couples, and families, specializing in culturally competent therapy for Portland's LGBTQ community.
Throughout my graduate education and clinical experiences, I have focused on working with clients from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. I am adept at providing services for people from all walks of life, while specializing in culturally responsive mental health care with sexual and gender minority individuals.
I provide services to individuals, couples, and families, specializing in culturally competent therapy for Portland's LGBTQ community.
Throughout my graduate education and clinical experiences, I have focused on working with clients from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. I am adept at providing services for people from all walks of life, while specializing in culturally responsive mental health care with sexual and gender minority individuals.
Welcome to my page! I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process, so I thank you for taking the time to learn about me on your search. I identify as a queer, cisgender woman, and my approach to counseling is rooted in anti-oppression and decolonial praxis. I have found psychotherapy, embodiment practices, and group singing to be essential to my activism and personal wellbeing. I hold a BA in International Studies and Gender Studies from The Ohio State University, and a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
Welcome to my page! I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process, so I thank you for taking the time to learn about me on your search. I identify as a queer, cisgender woman, and my approach to counseling is rooted in anti-oppression and decolonial praxis. I have found psychotherapy, embodiment practices, and group singing to be essential to my activism and personal wellbeing. I hold a BA in International Studies and Gender Studies from The Ohio State University, and a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
Stef Nagorka
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFA, MS
4 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97219
Waitlist for new clients
I welcome individuals, couples, groups and families of all ages, from children to adults and elders.
I welcome your uniqueness and respect your individuality. Together we begin in mindfulness, right where you are. Growth comes as we build a supportive theraputic relationship. I use several modalities that may include Hakomi somatic therapy, breath, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, and projective dreamwork. Your questions are always welcome!
I welcome individuals, couples, groups and families of all ages, from children to adults and elders.
I welcome your uniqueness and respect your individuality. Together we begin in mindfulness, right where you are. Growth comes as we build a supportive theraputic relationship. I use several modalities that may include Hakomi somatic therapy, breath, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, and projective dreamwork. Your questions are always welcome!
I currently have openings for short-term clients (individuals, relationships, and groups) needing support related to the effects of ADHD.
What matters most is that you find someone you can trust with your inner world. Whether you're navigating grief, trauma, relational wounds, or patterns that no longer serve you, you need someone who won't flinch when things get intense. You can expect to feel met quickly—there's an intuitive quality to how I track unspoken dynamics and what lives between the lines of what you're saying. At the same time, you'll experience clear boundaries, consistency, and a grounded presence that holds steady even when your process feels messy or overwhelming.
I currently have openings for short-term clients (individuals, relationships, and groups) needing support related to the effects of ADHD.
What matters most is that you find someone you can trust with your inner world. Whether you're navigating grief, trauma, relational wounds, or patterns that no longer serve you, you need someone who won't flinch when things get intense. You can expect to feel met quickly—there's an intuitive quality to how I track unspoken dynamics and what lives between the lines of what you're saying. At the same time, you'll experience clear boundaries, consistency, and a grounded presence that holds steady even when your process feels messy or overwhelming.
Whether you qualify for a diagnosis of ADHD or autism, or you simply recognize yourself in some of the characteristics, I can help you develop tools to embrace your emotions and build meaningful relationships.
I individualize the sessions to what it is you need most and work closely with you to process painful feelings and experiences as they arise. I can help you build skills to rework your relationship to intrusive thoughts or obsessive, ruminating thoughts patterns if that's something you are struggling with.
Whether you qualify for a diagnosis of ADHD or autism, or you simply recognize yourself in some of the characteristics, I can help you develop tools to embrace your emotions and build meaningful relationships.
I individualize the sessions to what it is you need most and work closely with you to process painful feelings and experiences as they arise. I can help you build skills to rework your relationship to intrusive thoughts or obsessive, ruminating thoughts patterns if that's something you are struggling with.
I work with individuals and couples who are navigating stuck places in their lives or relationships—patterns that may feel frustrating, confusing, or overwhelming.
My style is engaged and collaborative, with deep respect for your inner experience. I draw from somatic and attachment-oriented approaches that keep us connected to what’s happening in the present moment. In couples work, we focus on how partners influence each other’s sense of safety, protection, and connection.
I work with individuals and couples who are navigating stuck places in their lives or relationships—patterns that may feel frustrating, confusing, or overwhelming.
My style is engaged and collaborative, with deep respect for your inner experience. I draw from somatic and attachment-oriented approaches that keep us connected to what’s happening in the present moment. In couples work, we focus on how partners influence each other’s sense of safety, protection, and connection.
I work with couples who want to improve their ability to communicate more effectively and learn how to manage conflict as well as deepen intimacy.
My work with couples is focused on building the skills of differentiation in order to improve communication, manage conflict effectively, and deepen intimacy. This leads to a stronger sense of self for each of the partners, as well as more emotional safety and vitality within the relationship.
I work with couples who want to improve their ability to communicate more effectively and learn how to manage conflict as well as deepen intimacy.
My work with couples is focused on building the skills of differentiation in order to improve communication, manage conflict effectively, and deepen intimacy. This leads to a stronger sense of self for each of the partners, as well as more emotional safety and vitality within the relationship.
If white knuckling, self shaming, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps worked, you’d be “cured” a billion times over. It doesn’t. At least not for me or people whose brains are different. Our minds race and it feels impossible to turn off and rest. Sometimes we use substances or other behaviors in a harmful way just to get through the day. There’s more to life out there. A more peaceful and meaningful life is possible. We need to go deeper and get to the root of things. I’ll go with you.
If white knuckling, self shaming, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps worked, you’d be “cured” a billion times over. It doesn’t. At least not for me or people whose brains are different. Our minds race and it feels impossible to turn off and rest. Sometimes we use substances or other behaviors in a harmful way just to get through the day. There’s more to life out there. A more peaceful and meaningful life is possible. We need to go deeper and get to the root of things. I’ll go with you.
Many of my clients are recovering from narcissistic parents or partners, toxic family systems, controlling work environments, or high-demand religious groups.
I offer a trauma-informed, inclusive, and affirming space where you can explore what healing means for you. My approach is rooted in Client-Centered focus, drawing from Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Mentalization-Based Therapy, and weight-inclusive perspectives. Everything we do is tailored to support your unique process.
Many of my clients are recovering from narcissistic parents or partners, toxic family systems, controlling work environments, or high-demand religious groups.
I offer a trauma-informed, inclusive, and affirming space where you can explore what healing means for you. My approach is rooted in Client-Centered focus, drawing from Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Mentalization-Based Therapy, and weight-inclusive perspectives. Everything we do is tailored to support your unique process.
We build coping skills, explore identity and relationships, and create strategies that support your wellbeing.
Many of the people I work with are LGBTQIA2S+ or BIPOC individuals navigating identity, trauma, or big life transitions. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what the next step looks like. In therapy, we slow things down, build practical skills, and create space for you to understand yourself more deeply so you can move toward a life that feels more authentic and grounded.
We build coping skills, explore identity and relationships, and create strategies that support your wellbeing.
Many of the people I work with are LGBTQIA2S+ or BIPOC individuals navigating identity, trauma, or big life transitions. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what the next step looks like. In therapy, we slow things down, build practical skills, and create space for you to understand yourself more deeply so you can move toward a life that feels more authentic and grounded.
Throughout life, unhelpful patterns, societal messages, trauma and oppressive systems may have promoted disconnection within yourself, in your relationships, and to nature.
I primarily draw from Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Ecotherapy. Attending therapy is a vulnerable and courageous act, and I feel honored to be able to hold space for you as we work through the ever-evolving challenges and complexities of life.
Throughout life, unhelpful patterns, societal messages, trauma and oppressive systems may have promoted disconnection within yourself, in your relationships, and to nature.
I primarily draw from Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Ecotherapy. Attending therapy is a vulnerable and courageous act, and I feel honored to be able to hold space for you as we work through the ever-evolving challenges and complexities of life.
Allie Patton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, LPC, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals, couples, groups, and families in navigating the world through their lived experience.
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I’m a nationally board-certified & Oregon licensed music therapist, and licensed professional counselor in Oregon and Washington. I care deeply about connection, and helping people discover and accept their genuine inner self through creative arts and psychotherapy. In addition to therapy, I offer neurodivergent-affirming Autism & ADHD assessments for adults. My assessments cannot always guarantee state disability services, so please check a disability lawyer first for using a master's degree report vs PhD. Most medical, educational, & employment entities accept my reports.
I am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals, couples, groups, and families in navigating the world through their lived experience.
XXX Email or text assists a quicker response from me XXXX
I’m a nationally board-certified & Oregon licensed music therapist, and licensed professional counselor in Oregon and Washington. I care deeply about connection, and helping people discover and accept their genuine inner self through creative arts and psychotherapy. In addition to therapy, I offer neurodivergent-affirming Autism & ADHD assessments for adults. My assessments cannot always guarantee state disability services, so please check a disability lawyer first for using a master's degree report vs PhD. Most medical, educational, & employment entities accept my reports.
Whether you're a couple preparing for marriage, navigating midlife challenges, or entering retirement, or an individual seeking clarity during life transitions, you want to move beyond feeling stuck.
As a Gottman Method Level 3 practitioner, I provide couples and individuals with a structured roadmap for change—not endless processing with no destination. My approach combines clear metrics to track progress with practical, evidence-based strategies that create immediate shifts in how you communicate and navigate life's challenges.
Whether you're a couple preparing for marriage, navigating midlife challenges, or entering retirement, or an individual seeking clarity during life transitions, you want to move beyond feeling stuck.
As a Gottman Method Level 3 practitioner, I provide couples and individuals with a structured roadmap for change—not endless processing with no destination. My approach combines clear metrics to track progress with practical, evidence-based strategies that create immediate shifts in how you communicate and navigate life's challenges.
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