Depression Therapists in Portland, OR

Tricia O’Connor is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has over a decade of clinical experience including residential, community, and private practice settings. Tricia specializes in providing therapy to individuals experiencing adjustment/life transition, depression , anxiety, stress management, religious/spiritual issues, and loss.

Providing caring support tailored to each person's needs is always my focus for therapy. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist committed to helping people learn ways to manage difficulties with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression , and relationship issues. I am an LGBTQIA-allied/informed treatment provider, as well as an advocate of the fat positive and body positivity movements. I offer tele-therapy in OR, CA, WA, and OH.

Please note: I am not accepting new clients at this time. I specialize in effective therapy for adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression , ADHD, trauma, and assertiveness issues. I enjoy working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and other minority populations. I have seven years of experience in working with college and university students. This has sparked my interest in working on topics such as life transition, career exploration, and examinations of one's identities. Many clients have expressed appreciation for my authenticity, warmth, and caring nature. I am currently licensed in Oregon and Washington.

Every person has the capacity to change and heal and live authentically. I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for self-exploration, growth and expansion. I have over 18 years experience working with adults, young adults, teenagers, and families who have experienced trauma, relationship strains, anxiety and depression .

Whether you are seeking psychoanalysis at a time of crisis or from a desire to deepen your awareness of self, this process will meet you where you are and where you are willing to go. It is very much a dyadic experience attuned to your specific psychological needs. Jungian analysis believes in the self regulating aspect of ourselves that lies within us all. This process is designed to realize your authentic self in the world.

It can be hard to reach out for support and I appreciate you taking that step. I work with folks who experience nervous system dysregulation (e.g. anxiety and depression ), have been impacted by a range of attachment experiences resulting in current challenges in navigating relationships and daily life. If you are wanting to learn more about how your experiences have impacted both your body and mind and are ready to engage in an active process of growth, I am ready to collaborate and walk with you.

I offer counseling in a warm, supportive and interactive environment. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Washington and Oregon, with over fifteen years of clinical experience. I work with individual adults experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression , work and/or school stress, self-esteem, feeling stuck, life transitions, communication and relationship difficulties, loss, and stress management.

Not Accepting new clients. I think we all truly want to make more sense of ourselves, our experiences, and our environment. We want to feel engaged and nurtured in our relationships. We may pursue therapy to find self-compassion and acceptance, notice and give voice to the different parts of ourselves, rediscover our whole being, and strengthen our relationships. I acknowledge and affirm your strengths, while addressing with you those patterns that leave you feeling stuck. Through an open, curious, warm, relational style, I will listen to your story, and help you make the changes you’re interested in making.

My counseling philosophy is rooted in the idea that all humans have the ability to grow and heal. No human being is broken, and most mental health struggles stem, in part, from difficult external circumstances, like a traumatic past or a flawed culture. Through active listening, reflection, and gentle challenging, I help you become better acquainted with yourself, so that you can live in closer alignment with your values. I specialize in working with eating disorders and body image distress, but I also work with anxiety, depression , relationship and family struggles.

I strongly value clients’ unique identities and seek to nurture individuals' expression of sexuality, gender, culture, and spirituality. I strive to provide deeply present, compassionate, and holistic care. My therapeutic interests include, but are not limited to, relationship issues, depression , anxiety, sexual shame and dissatisfaction, racial/ethnic identity, self-harming, chronic illness and disability, trauma and PTSD. In our sessions, I will ask you thought-provoking questions to bring your own internal wisdom forward, gently challenge you to consider new possibilities, and offer strategies for coping with distress.

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.

My approach to counseling is centered on building a relationship with youth and families, adults, and couples that is based on dignity and mutual respect. I attempt to create an atmosphere of cooperation and equality in counseling, based on the belief that clients are the experts on their own lives and experiences, and that this expertise can be utilized in the process of making change. I believe compassion and authenticity are essential to forging a strong therapeutic relationship.

I have experience in addressing a wide range of concerns and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression , bipolar disorder, relationship issues, chronic health struggles, self-esteem, stress management, and ADHD. My goal is to empower my clients with tools and insights that can facilitate positive change and enhance their overall quality of life.

My approach to therapy is focused on providing a safe, supportive place for clients.I draw from a perspective that emphasizes both the interpersonal/relational nature of therapy as well as the important role that culture plays in how we define ourselves and relate to one another. I find that this approach helps to facilitate a strong working alliance between myself and my clients and in doing so sets the ground for clients to begin to challenge existing patterns in their lives and experiment with making healthy changes in the way they relate to themselves and others.

Do you feel as though you are your own worst enemy? When in the midst of a problem or stressful situation, does it seem like you make matters worse by being self-critical or saying self-defeating things to yourself? When we are going through something painful or difficult to accept, our internal dialogue sometimes becomes judgmental and self-critical, causing us to feel overwhelmed and doubt our ability to manage things on our own. Often we do not notice how the relationship we have with ourselves affects our ability to cope, solve problems, and live the life we want.

Each of us navigates many issues and transitions throughout our life. Whether these are issues of abuse, trauma, identity, relationships, or physical and mental wellness, knowing that you are not alone in this process can lead to profound courage, hope, and change. I have a deep belief in our potential for growth and healing. As a therapist, I offer a safe place for this work. I will be a compassionate and insightful witness that will be fully present to your journey. Together, we will tend to your inner knowing, emerging awareness, and the making of new meaning.

I work with adults who feel a loss of personal identity, feel paralyzed by fear of expressing themselves authentically and pursuing their desires, or feel a sense of dissatisfaction in their life. I am passionate about helping people discover or re-discover their sense of joy and unique way of being in the world. I believe that humans are inherently expressive and creative beings but as we develop, our external circumstances often teach us that our natural instincts and authentic selves are wrong, which can result in anxiety, self-criticism/judgement, meaninglessness and depression .

My areas of expertise include depression , relationship problems, difficulties managing emotions, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, adolescent issues, ADHD, loss, and family of origin issues. I also enjoy helping individuals with identity development issues, including those related to culture, gender, sexuality, and important life transitions.

I am a black woman therapist that operates from liberation mindset. Majority of my work is with black and multiracial youth and families as well as black femmes & non binary folks. Additional expertise include supporting people of faith deconstruct spirituality ie. purity culture and spiritual abuse. Curious to learn more about you. Are you feeling all the things right now? Worried thoughts or insomnia? Let's work together to create a plan. Whether you are motivated to start therapy or uncertain about if therapy is the right fit, let's explore options to create the full life you deserve.