Play Therapy in Portland, OR
Megan has specialized training in play therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Therapeutic Life Story Work, and Neurofeedback (NeurOptimal).
Megan (she/they) enjoys working with children and their caregivers, couples, and individual adults grappling with life's journey. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their connections to both their immediate family systems and broader social environments, fostering a deeper sense of security and belonging. Megan focuses on the therapeutic relationship and values alignment as tools for supporting clients in achieving their goals, while also incorporating direct strategies—such as psychoeducation, supplemental materials, and highlighting present-moment dynamics in the room.
Megan has specialized training in play therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Therapeutic Life Story Work, and Neurofeedback (NeurOptimal).
Megan (she/they) enjoys working with children and their caregivers, couples, and individual adults grappling with life's journey. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their connections to both their immediate family systems and broader social environments, fostering a deeper sense of security and belonging. Megan focuses on the therapeutic relationship and values alignment as tools for supporting clients in achieving their goals, while also incorporating direct strategies—such as psychoeducation, supplemental materials, and highlighting present-moment dynamics in the room.
Douglas Mitchell - Artist Eye Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CRC
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97211
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin? You may be navigating anxiety, trauma, identity questions, or life as a neurodivergent person in a world that doesn’t always fit your wiring. You’re looking for a space that feels safe, creative, and genuinely affirming, where insight meets practical change. I offer a neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, humanistic approach grounded in mindfulness, curiosity, and compassion to help you feel more centered, connected, and confident.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin? You may be navigating anxiety, trauma, identity questions, or life as a neurodivergent person in a world that doesn’t always fit your wiring. You’re looking for a space that feels safe, creative, and genuinely affirming, where insight meets practical change. I offer a neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, humanistic approach grounded in mindfulness, curiosity, and compassion to help you feel more centered, connected, and confident.
When working with children, I believe in the power of play, art, and connection to build relationships and skill-build along with process challenging life events.
My approach is client-centered and family-focused. I have training in Attachment Theory, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Art and Play therapy, and Mindfulness. I employ an eclectic approach depending on my clients needs.
When working with children, I believe in the power of play, art, and connection to build relationships and skill-build along with process challenging life events.
My approach is client-centered and family-focused. I have training in Attachment Theory, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Art and Play therapy, and Mindfulness. I employ an eclectic approach depending on my clients needs.
Let go of patterns that no longer serve you and build deeper relationships – with yourself and those you love
Let go of patterns that no longer serve you and build deeper relationships – with yourself and those you love
I hold PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I support my clients in achieving greater well being by honing what is genuinely unique and important to them. I teach practices that boost resiliency to stress and inspire self-esteem and self-compassion to bloom. I support my clients in breaking through blocks and in unleashing authentic and dynamic self-expression, so that their values are congruent with their behavior and their intentions and desires become experiences that are truly lived.
I hold PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I support my clients in achieving greater well being by honing what is genuinely unique and important to them. I teach practices that boost resiliency to stress and inspire self-esteem and self-compassion to bloom. I support my clients in breaking through blocks and in unleashing authentic and dynamic self-expression, so that their values are congruent with their behavior and their intentions and desires become experiences that are truly lived.
I'm Ramiro, a bilingual Latino therapist. A child of immigrant parents, lover of tacos, and enthusiast of all things Pokémon. I’m committed to helping clients learn how to build healthy versions of themselves, and moving away from shame. Many times, this includes exploring life's ongoing stressful challenges, processing traumatic experiences, and improving communication in our relationships. Specializing in helping those who experience struggles with anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, generational trauma, and parenting.
I'm Ramiro, a bilingual Latino therapist. A child of immigrant parents, lover of tacos, and enthusiast of all things Pokémon. I’m committed to helping clients learn how to build healthy versions of themselves, and moving away from shame. Many times, this includes exploring life's ongoing stressful challenges, processing traumatic experiences, and improving communication in our relationships. Specializing in helping those who experience struggles with anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, generational trauma, and parenting.
I have been practicing psychotherapy in Portland, Oregon for over thirty years. Initially trained as a child and family therapist in the psychodynamic tradition at the University of Michigan, I have since continued to broaden and deepen my experience and skills through further training in and study of Gestalt therapy theory, contemporary psychoanalysis, Collaborative Couple Therapy, anthroposophy, and hatha yoga. Please feel free to check my website for more information on everything I offer.
I have been practicing psychotherapy in Portland, Oregon for over thirty years. Initially trained as a child and family therapist in the psychodynamic tradition at the University of Michigan, I have since continued to broaden and deepen my experience and skills through further training in and study of Gestalt therapy theory, contemporary psychoanalysis, Collaborative Couple Therapy, anthroposophy, and hatha yoga. Please feel free to check my website for more information on everything I offer.
PLEASE contact me throught the consultation on form on my website: counselorforteens dot com. I provide individual therapy for adolescent boys ages 10-15 struggling with anxiety and depression. I offer a free 30 minute in-person consultation to assess your child's needs and to determine if we would be a good fit for counseling.
PLEASE contact me throught the consultation on form on my website: counselorforteens dot com. I provide individual therapy for adolescent boys ages 10-15 struggling with anxiety and depression. I offer a free 30 minute in-person consultation to assess your child's needs and to determine if we would be a good fit for counseling.
You may be exploring growth or old patterns—through your gender, sexuality, relationships, spirituality, or how you move through culture. In shared space we stay curious about desire, intimacy, connection, and meaning. We notice both excitement and moments of overwhelm. We slow down to speak honestly about pleasure, identity, longings, and strengths. This creates a space where your insight, resilience, and capacity for growth, exploration, creativity, and self-expression are welcomed and celebrated. Together we can uncover what brings joy, the ability to thrive, and deeper connection in your life.
You may be exploring growth or old patterns—through your gender, sexuality, relationships, spirituality, or how you move through culture. In shared space we stay curious about desire, intimacy, connection, and meaning. We notice both excitement and moments of overwhelm. We slow down to speak honestly about pleasure, identity, longings, and strengths. This creates a space where your insight, resilience, and capacity for growth, exploration, creativity, and self-expression are welcomed and celebrated. Together we can uncover what brings joy, the ability to thrive, and deeper connection in your life.
Whether you have experienced something traumatic, or you are struggling with minor issues I want to help. I enjoy helping people with a wide variety of problems including mental health issues, addictions, grief, and relationship problems. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. It is my desire as a counselor to join the client as a collaborative team, setting and working towards counseling goals. I hold a christian worldview but out of respect I will not impose my beliefs onto my client, unless christian counseling is something you are also interested in.
Whether you have experienced something traumatic, or you are struggling with minor issues I want to help. I enjoy helping people with a wide variety of problems including mental health issues, addictions, grief, and relationship problems. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. It is my desire as a counselor to join the client as a collaborative team, setting and working towards counseling goals. I hold a christian worldview but out of respect I will not impose my beliefs onto my client, unless christian counseling is something you are also interested in.
Are you and your partner(s) feeling stuck? Maybe caught in the same painful patterns, struggling with communication, or longing for closeness that feels out of reach? Parenting stress, family transitions, or the weight of grief and loss can add even more strain, leaving you feeling disconnected or unsure how to move forward together. Relationships can bring deep joy, but also hurt and disconnection. You don’t have to work through this alone.
Are you and your partner(s) feeling stuck? Maybe caught in the same painful patterns, struggling with communication, or longing for closeness that feels out of reach? Parenting stress, family transitions, or the weight of grief and loss can add even more strain, leaving you feeling disconnected or unsure how to move forward together. Relationships can bring deep joy, but also hurt and disconnection. You don’t have to work through this alone.
I primarily honor a person-centered approach but pull from various therapeutic modalities including narrative, transpersonal, mindfulness, existential, play therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.
Being human is hard work. My artist uncle always asks “how are you being?” when meeting others. That is because “the doing” is far less important than how we are “being.” Improving the quality of our being affects our experience as human beings. How are you being with yourself? Are you treating yourself with loving kindness, dignity and respect? Doing the work by improving these practices will have positive effects on your relationships with yourself and others, creating a life worth living. Let’s work together to hone your practice of being.
I primarily honor a person-centered approach but pull from various therapeutic modalities including narrative, transpersonal, mindfulness, existential, play therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.
Being human is hard work. My artist uncle always asks “how are you being?” when meeting others. That is because “the doing” is far less important than how we are “being.” Improving the quality of our being affects our experience as human beings. How are you being with yourself? Are you treating yourself with loving kindness, dignity and respect? Doing the work by improving these practices will have positive effects on your relationships with yourself and others, creating a life worth living. Let’s work together to hone your practice of being.
To this end, I incorporate techniques including play therapy, ACT and CBT, and I use Collaborative Problem Solving and ARC Frameworks when working with families.
As a child and family therapist who is neurodivergent and transgender myself, I have a passion for working with youth with ASD/ADHD, as well as youth who identify as trans and LGBT. I also work well with children and families with trauma backgrounds, and have experience in treating mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. It is crucial to support these young people with developing a healthy sense of self and belongingness, and to be able to develop a positive sense of identity in the world.
To this end, I incorporate techniques including play therapy, ACT and CBT, and I use Collaborative Problem Solving and ARC Frameworks when working with families.
As a child and family therapist who is neurodivergent and transgender myself, I have a passion for working with youth with ASD/ADHD, as well as youth who identify as trans and LGBT. I also work well with children and families with trauma backgrounds, and have experience in treating mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. It is crucial to support these young people with developing a healthy sense of self and belongingness, and to be able to develop a positive sense of identity in the world.
Through play therapy and parent coaching it is my goal to help your child work through challenging emotions, possess better self-regulation in moments of distress, improve self-esteem, and feel more connected in relationships with peers, family and caregivers.
Does your child have emotional outbursts seemingly out of nowhere? Does your child seem distant, sad and disconnected? Is your child having trouble expressing him/herself or connecting with peers? Being a parent can be the most meaningful and fulfilling experience we will ever have in our lives, and also sometimes the most challenging, exhausting, and emotionally overwhelming. The truth is that no matter how strongly we love our children, and how powerfully we want the best for them, life's challenges can still get in the way of our kids being able to thrive as their best, most emotionally regulated selves.
Through play therapy and parent coaching it is my goal to help your child work through challenging emotions, possess better self-regulation in moments of distress, improve self-esteem, and feel more connected in relationships with peers, family and caregivers.
Does your child have emotional outbursts seemingly out of nowhere? Does your child seem distant, sad and disconnected? Is your child having trouble expressing him/herself or connecting with peers? Being a parent can be the most meaningful and fulfilling experience we will ever have in our lives, and also sometimes the most challenging, exhausting, and emotionally overwhelming. The truth is that no matter how strongly we love our children, and how powerfully we want the best for them, life's challenges can still get in the way of our kids being able to thrive as their best, most emotionally regulated selves.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have dedicated much of my professional life to working with children and families. In my family work, I have enjoyed working with adults and have expanded my practice to include adults. I have worked in a variety of positions which include the following: therapist, youth advocate, teacher, youth employment specialist, Big Brother/Big Sister Coordinator, parent/teen mediator, mentor, coach, youth crew leader and Peace Corps Volunteer. These experiences have provided a wealth of insight into the human condition. They have enriched my life and often inform my work as a therapist.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have dedicated much of my professional life to working with children and families. In my family work, I have enjoyed working with adults and have expanded my practice to include adults. I have worked in a variety of positions which include the following: therapist, youth advocate, teacher, youth employment specialist, Big Brother/Big Sister Coordinator, parent/teen mediator, mentor, coach, youth crew leader and Peace Corps Volunteer. These experiences have provided a wealth of insight into the human condition. They have enriched my life and often inform my work as a therapist.
Whether the focus is self esteem, depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, addiction, or other sorts of pain, you will feel understood within a safe, caring and growth enhancing private therapy. A deeper understanding and comfort with yourself will empower you to live a richer, more productive and satisfying life.
Discover important mind-body connections, better identify your desires and goals, be more organized, hopeful and able to enjoy relationships. Design and direct your life in creative, powerful and satisfying ways. Embrace this opportunity for insight, greater happiness and positive change. I can help you to
become your most hoped for self.
Whether the focus is self esteem, depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, addiction, or other sorts of pain, you will feel understood within a safe, caring and growth enhancing private therapy. A deeper understanding and comfort with yourself will empower you to live a richer, more productive and satisfying life.
Discover important mind-body connections, better identify your desires and goals, be more organized, hopeful and able to enjoy relationships. Design and direct your life in creative, powerful and satisfying ways. Embrace this opportunity for insight, greater happiness and positive change. I can help you to
become your most hoped for self.
Currently Accepting New Clients!
I believe in creating a safer and inclusive space where you can explore new steps toward healing and wellness. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and emotion-focused, placing your unique context at the heart of our work together. By highlighting your strengths and building on what is already working, I will help you achieve your goals while centering your values. Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, I bring extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, and partnerships.
Currently Accepting New Clients!
I believe in creating a safer and inclusive space where you can explore new steps toward healing and wellness. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and emotion-focused, placing your unique context at the heart of our work together. By highlighting your strengths and building on what is already working, I will help you achieve your goals while centering your values. Whether you are an individual, couple, or family, I bring extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, and partnerships.
I integrate narrative, dialectical behavior, and emotion-focused techniques, along with movement, art, and play, to foster healing and growth.
Hi! I'm Ash, a Clinical Social Work Associate with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities in healing from trauma. My work is rooted in social justice, mindfulness, and the power of human connection. I help clients navigate challenges with curiosity, imagination, and compassion. I believe emotions can be our greatest teachers. My experience includes supporting those impacted by substance use, domestic violence, complex trauma, and social inequities. I work with people of all ages, diverse relationship structures, and family systems and have worked across international settings.
I integrate narrative, dialectical behavior, and emotion-focused techniques, along with movement, art, and play, to foster healing and growth.
Hi! I'm Ash, a Clinical Social Work Associate with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities in healing from trauma. My work is rooted in social justice, mindfulness, and the power of human connection. I help clients navigate challenges with curiosity, imagination, and compassion. I believe emotions can be our greatest teachers. My experience includes supporting those impacted by substance use, domestic violence, complex trauma, and social inequities. I work with people of all ages, diverse relationship structures, and family systems and have worked across international settings.
I love to work across the lifespan. I have worked throughout my career with all stages of life. I enjoy helping individuals find the strengths and skills to make their life functional and find contentment in the every day. My goal as a therapist is to be a guide for the life journey.
Although I do specialize in trauma and am a certified trauma therapist using many approaches including EMDR, I have extensive experience in many areas. I have had clients come to work on grief, finding themselves, relationship dynamics, interpersonal challenges, communication, depression, anxiety, attention issues. Just about anything.
I love to work across the lifespan. I have worked throughout my career with all stages of life. I enjoy helping individuals find the strengths and skills to make their life functional and find contentment in the every day. My goal as a therapist is to be a guide for the life journey.
Although I do specialize in trauma and am a certified trauma therapist using many approaches including EMDR, I have extensive experience in many areas. I have had clients come to work on grief, finding themselves, relationship dynamics, interpersonal challenges, communication, depression, anxiety, attention issues. Just about anything.
You want to appear like you’re happy, calm and confident, but deep down you feel like life is passing you by and you can’t keep u. You may be fed up with feeling disconnected from yourself, burned out, or like you can’t enjoy life. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. One thing is for sure: you’re ready to feel relief. You’re ready to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to find fulfillment, understanding and safety in relationships. Most of all you’re ready to stop feeling detached and anxious and start feeling, calm, connected and engaged with life.
You want to appear like you’re happy, calm and confident, but deep down you feel like life is passing you by and you can’t keep u. You may be fed up with feeling disconnected from yourself, burned out, or like you can’t enjoy life. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. One thing is for sure: you’re ready to feel relief. You’re ready to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to find fulfillment, understanding and safety in relationships. Most of all you’re ready to stop feeling detached and anxious and start feeling, calm, connected and engaged with life.
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Play Therapy Therapists
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.