Depression Therapists in Portland, OR
I have worked with a large range of life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, LGBT, and loss.
I can offer tools and suggestions for relief from many common and not-so-common problems. I understand that a one-size-fits-all therapy approach is not always useful, so I will work with you to create personalized goals that fit with your experience. As a committed provider of therapy, I take pride in offering the best care possible.
I have worked with a large range of life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, LGBT, and loss.
I can offer tools and suggestions for relief from many common and not-so-common problems. I understand that a one-size-fits-all therapy approach is not always useful, so I will work with you to create personalized goals that fit with your experience. As a committed provider of therapy, I take pride in offering the best care possible.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, and/or a general uncertainty on where to go in life?
I've worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, serving clients at every level from inpatient psychiatric care, to community mental health, and now outpatient mental health services. I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to help people from all backgrounds manage and resolve struggles around depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, and/or a general uncertainty on where to go in life?
I've worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, serving clients at every level from inpatient psychiatric care, to community mental health, and now outpatient mental health services. I've been fortunate to have the opportunity to help people from all backgrounds manage and resolve struggles around depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I can help with anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and relationships.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and stuck in old patterns. I create a space where we slow down, untangle the weight of your experiences, and rediscover your strength. Through EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, we’ll work together to shift what feels unmovable, helping you reclaim confidence and clarity. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone—let’s take the first step together.
I can help with anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and relationships.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and stuck in old patterns. I create a space where we slow down, untangle the weight of your experiences, and rediscover your strength. Through EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, we’ll work together to shift what feels unmovable, helping you reclaim confidence and clarity. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone—let’s take the first step together.
Do you logically know you deserve self-care, yet still feel caught in distressing patterns, such as wrestling with a loud inner critic or a reflex to put everyone else first? Even if you understand your past, your body is still stuck in survival mode—carrying shame, perfectionism, or the heavy weight of unmet childhood needs. These aren't flaws; they are protective parts of you that don't know it's safe to let go yet. I help adults with less than ideal childhoods move beyond "knowing the answer" and into the actual experience of relief. It’s time to stop the internal war and start building a life rooted in genuine emotional safety.
Do you logically know you deserve self-care, yet still feel caught in distressing patterns, such as wrestling with a loud inner critic or a reflex to put everyone else first? Even if you understand your past, your body is still stuck in survival mode—carrying shame, perfectionism, or the heavy weight of unmet childhood needs. These aren't flaws; they are protective parts of you that don't know it's safe to let go yet. I help adults with less than ideal childhoods move beyond "knowing the answer" and into the actual experience of relief. It’s time to stop the internal war and start building a life rooted in genuine emotional safety.
I work with individuals with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, grief, and sustaining recovery.
Do you feel overwhelmed, alone, or anxious? Are you having trouble navigating relationships or making important decisions? Therapy can help bring back a sense of calm, courage, clarity, and an understanding of the next step. I believe in working collaboratively with people to identify what is keeping them stuck, to help uncover inherent strengths, and to clarify what is most important and meaningful in the present. I strive to create a space where people feel heard, accepted, and safe to give voice to the burdens they've been carrying.
I work with individuals with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, grief, and sustaining recovery.
Do you feel overwhelmed, alone, or anxious? Are you having trouble navigating relationships or making important decisions? Therapy can help bring back a sense of calm, courage, clarity, and an understanding of the next step. I believe in working collaboratively with people to identify what is keeping them stuck, to help uncover inherent strengths, and to clarify what is most important and meaningful in the present. I strive to create a space where people feel heard, accepted, and safe to give voice to the burdens they've been carrying.
Many people reach out to my clinic for help with the following challenges: Depression • Anger Management • Anxiety/Panic Disorder • Eating Disorders • PTSD • Loss and Grief • Divorce counseling & Co-Parenting • Brief Strategic Family Therapy • Collaborative Problem Solving • Multidimensional Family Therapy • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
In my practice, I provide compassionate and holistic mental health care tailored to your unique needs. With expertise in a wide range of therapeutic interventions, I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy.
Many people reach out to my clinic for help with the following challenges: Depression • Anger Management • Anxiety/Panic Disorder • Eating Disorders • PTSD • Loss and Grief • Divorce counseling & Co-Parenting • Brief Strategic Family Therapy • Collaborative Problem Solving • Multidimensional Family Therapy • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
In my practice, I provide compassionate and holistic mental health care tailored to your unique needs. With expertise in a wide range of therapeutic interventions, I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy.
Krista has a Master's degree in Social Work from Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana. She also has a Bachelor of Arts from Goshen College in Goshen, Indiana. Krista is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since October 2013. She has multiple years of experience working as a child and family therapist in a community mental health setting, providing both individual and family therapy to children as well as adults. Prior to working in community mental health, Krista worked as a senior social worker in London, England where she worked in adoption and foster care.
Krista has a Master's degree in Social Work from Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana. She also has a Bachelor of Arts from Goshen College in Goshen, Indiana. Krista is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since October 2013. She has multiple years of experience working as a child and family therapist in a community mental health setting, providing both individual and family therapy to children as well as adults. Prior to working in community mental health, Krista worked as a senior social worker in London, England where she worked in adoption and foster care.
Currently Accepting New Clients! We all face challenges and stressors in our lives; it’s part of being human! However, you don’t need to go through them alone. I’d be honored to help you along your personal journey of discovery and self-betterment. Let’s work together to achieve the life you deserve. I believe therapy is a collaborative process. You’re the expert on your life! I’m here to follow your lead and help build upon the inherent strengths and capabilities you already possess while providing guidance and insight along the way.
Currently Accepting New Clients! We all face challenges and stressors in our lives; it’s part of being human! However, you don’t need to go through them alone. I’d be honored to help you along your personal journey of discovery and self-betterment. Let’s work together to achieve the life you deserve. I believe therapy is a collaborative process. You’re the expert on your life! I’m here to follow your lead and help build upon the inherent strengths and capabilities you already possess while providing guidance and insight along the way.
If you are feeling; stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, not like yourself, depressed or anxious more than you’d like, burnt out with no energy left, or isolated and lonely even in the midst of your busy life, then I am so glad you’re here and it’s time for a change.
I am here to offer perspective, support, hope and healing. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to reduce symptoms of Anxiety & Depression by helping you identify and deal with thoughts & emotions in a more helpful way and to help you find new ways of coping.
If you are feeling; stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, not like yourself, depressed or anxious more than you’d like, burnt out with no energy left, or isolated and lonely even in the midst of your busy life, then I am so glad you’re here and it’s time for a change.
I am here to offer perspective, support, hope and healing. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to reduce symptoms of Anxiety & Depression by helping you identify and deal with thoughts & emotions in a more helpful way and to help you find new ways of coping.
Welcome! Finding a therapist can be a challenge. I recognize this challenge and want to honor you, as you determine who might be a good therapist for yourself. My practice is devoted to helping folks navigate life-whatever that may mean for you. I bring my years of experience to create a safe space for this work, to establish a trusting relationship with you, and to provide skills and resources for your personal growth.
Currently I am primarily seeing clients on Tuesdays and Thursdays, between 8:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Welcome! Finding a therapist can be a challenge. I recognize this challenge and want to honor you, as you determine who might be a good therapist for yourself. My practice is devoted to helping folks navigate life-whatever that may mean for you. I bring my years of experience to create a safe space for this work, to establish a trusting relationship with you, and to provide skills and resources for your personal growth.
Currently I am primarily seeing clients on Tuesdays and Thursdays, between 8:00 am - 6:00 pm.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem.
The modern world can feel difficult to navigate, and it’s common to feel sad, anxious, or uncertain in response to both present-day stresses and long-standing emotional patterns. At times, life can begin to feel stuck, repetitive, or confusing in ways that are hard to put into words. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, reflect, and feel less alone while exploring these experiences more deeply. My approach is to provide a compassionate, psychologically safe setting where we can take time to understand your inner world, the meanings you make of your experiences, and how past and present continue to shape one another.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem.
The modern world can feel difficult to navigate, and it’s common to feel sad, anxious, or uncertain in response to both present-day stresses and long-standing emotional patterns. At times, life can begin to feel stuck, repetitive, or confusing in ways that are hard to put into words. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, reflect, and feel less alone while exploring these experiences more deeply. My approach is to provide a compassionate, psychologically safe setting where we can take time to understand your inner world, the meanings you make of your experiences, and how past and present continue to shape one another.
Grief processing and depressive/anxiety reducing modalities.
It is an honor to journey with individuals who want guidance through life’s obstacles. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with individuals to meet their personal successes. I believe the true essence of therapy is listening to one’s story, strategizing what is working, and navigating through what is not. You are the expert of your life and I am the guide. I love being curious, asking clarifying questions and watching clients be successful. I am also a Oregon certified CSWA supervisor.
Grief processing and depressive/anxiety reducing modalities.
It is an honor to journey with individuals who want guidance through life’s obstacles. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with individuals to meet their personal successes. I believe the true essence of therapy is listening to one’s story, strategizing what is working, and navigating through what is not. You are the expert of your life and I am the guide. I love being curious, asking clarifying questions and watching clients be successful. I am also a Oregon certified CSWA supervisor.
It may not be easy to begin seeing a therapist, particularly if you are dealing with a difficult transition, relationship problem, grief, anxiety or depression.
My approach is holistic and integrates traditional approaches, body-centered psychotherapy, and mindfulness practice. I am particularly drawn to Existential, Transpersonal and Jungian Depth psychologies. I will tailor our work to what is most comfortable and effective for you in creating more joy and fulfillment in your life and relationships.
It may not be easy to begin seeing a therapist, particularly if you are dealing with a difficult transition, relationship problem, grief, anxiety or depression.
My approach is holistic and integrates traditional approaches, body-centered psychotherapy, and mindfulness practice. I am particularly drawn to Existential, Transpersonal and Jungian Depth psychologies. I will tailor our work to what is most comfortable and effective for you in creating more joy and fulfillment in your life and relationships.
Everyone has their own journey, and mental health counseling can aid any individual who needs help along the way. Whether processing the past, finding contentment in the present, or looking at goals towards the future - I am so proud of you! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, exploring what it is to be in the quarter life stage and how to become your own person. From just entering high school to graduating from your grad degree program, or navigating independence - there is so much to process in our emerging adulthood. You are worth listening to.
Everyone has their own journey, and mental health counseling can aid any individual who needs help along the way. Whether processing the past, finding contentment in the present, or looking at goals towards the future - I am so proud of you! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, exploring what it is to be in the quarter life stage and how to become your own person. From just entering high school to graduating from your grad degree program, or navigating independence - there is so much to process in our emerging adulthood. You are worth listening to.
Along with being a therapist, Kate also has experience with domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, depression, CBT Seeking Safety, severe psychiatric disabilities, integrating somatic psychotherapy, and expressive therapies.
Kate Hulse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon who has been practicing since 2012. Kate’s professional experience along with her personal experiences of loss and life transitions has improved her understanding of human experiences in adverse environments. The success of her clients, patients, and couples/families is reflected in Kate’s ability to think outside the box, be supportive when it comes to change and new ways of thinking, explore selfawareness, and the steps both she and the individual take together.
Along with being a therapist, Kate also has experience with domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, depression, CBT Seeking Safety, severe psychiatric disabilities, integrating somatic psychotherapy, and expressive therapies.
Kate Hulse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon who has been practicing since 2012. Kate’s professional experience along with her personal experiences of loss and life transitions has improved her understanding of human experiences in adverse environments. The success of her clients, patients, and couples/families is reflected in Kate’s ability to think outside the box, be supportive when it comes to change and new ways of thinking, explore selfawareness, and the steps both she and the individual take together.
I support clients experiencing a variety of concerns, including day-to-day stressors, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and more.
My clinical approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we'll explore what behaviors and thoughts support or hinder your efforts to move closer to your values. Along the way, we will build a toolbox of strategies for navigating difficult emotions.
I support clients experiencing a variety of concerns, including day-to-day stressors, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and more.
My clinical approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we'll explore what behaviors and thoughts support or hinder your efforts to move closer to your values. Along the way, we will build a toolbox of strategies for navigating difficult emotions.
I support clients in developing skills, processing past trauma, and navigating challenges such as anxiety, panic, and depression.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual. I use a person-centered framework that honors your lived experience and trusts that you are the expert on your own life. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
I support clients in developing skills, processing past trauma, and navigating challenges such as anxiety, panic, and depression.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual. I use a person-centered framework that honors your lived experience and trusts that you are the expert on your own life. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
I provide telehealth therapy for older adults and caregivers, focusing on aging-related transitions, caregiver stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustment to medical or cognitive changes.
You may be an older adult coping with changes in health, memory, identity, or independence, or a caregiver feeling stressed, worried, or emotionally worn down. You want support navigating anxiety, grief, role changes, or difficult family dynamics, while also having access to thoughtful guidance when questions about cognition, decision-making, or capacity arise.
I provide telehealth therapy for older adults and caregivers, focusing on aging-related transitions, caregiver stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustment to medical or cognitive changes.
You may be an older adult coping with changes in health, memory, identity, or independence, or a caregiver feeling stressed, worried, or emotionally worn down. You want support navigating anxiety, grief, role changes, or difficult family dynamics, while also having access to thoughtful guidance when questions about cognition, decision-making, or capacity arise.
Maybe you're navigating depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, shame, or the aftermath of childhood trauma.
I specialize in neurodivergent adults (especially ADHD and autism), LGBTQIA2S+ folks, people struggling with addition and in recovery, and those facing burnout, shame, and mood disorders. Having worked in tech for eleven years, including as an engineering manager, I work with many in that field. My approach is insight-oriented, humanistic, and relational.
Maybe you're navigating depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, shame, or the aftermath of childhood trauma.
I specialize in neurodivergent adults (especially ADHD and autism), LGBTQIA2S+ folks, people struggling with addition and in recovery, and those facing burnout, shame, and mood disorders. Having worked in tech for eleven years, including as an engineering manager, I work with many in that field. My approach is insight-oriented, humanistic, and relational.
Do you struggle to make lasting changes in your life? Do you suffer from relationship difficulties, job dissatisfaction or low self-esteem? Do you repeat the same negative patterns? If so, I believe I can help. I am trained to help you make the changes you want to see in your life. I will help you get to the root of your problems, not simply treat your symptoms. This happens best in the safety of a trusted therapeutic relationship where we will work collaboratively to help you discover your authentic feelings, make a deeper connection to yourself and others, and reap greater satisfaction from your life.
Do you struggle to make lasting changes in your life? Do you suffer from relationship difficulties, job dissatisfaction or low self-esteem? Do you repeat the same negative patterns? If so, I believe I can help. I am trained to help you make the changes you want to see in your life. I will help you get to the root of your problems, not simply treat your symptoms. This happens best in the safety of a trusted therapeutic relationship where we will work collaboratively to help you discover your authentic feelings, make a deeper connection to yourself and others, and reap greater satisfaction from your life.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.