Women's Issues Therapists in Portland, OR
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Sheri Annette Hamilton
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
Welcome to Lily of the Valley Counseling and Coaching Services. My name is Sheri Hamilton and am a professional counselor associate in the State of Oregon. I provide culturally specific services to the African American and the BIPOC community. I specialize in
women's issues
, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges. I am also a Certified Transitional Life Coach that can support your needs such as divorce recovery, self-esteem issues, healthy boundary setting, and purpose coaching for my clients. I enjoy assisting clients evolve into the best version of themselves.

Jona Behrer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
- Accepting new clients - Life is both beauty and pain. I believe that regardless of life's challenges every individual has a unique ability to grow and create happiness, including you. I specialize in
women's issues
and trauma. I help my clients to address difficulties with depression, grief, anxiety, communication, boundaries, and low self esteem. I provide a safe space for clients to process feelings and gain insight for change. Together we will work to increase self awareness, move you from survival to growth, alter internalized scripts which hold you back, and help you to find new meaning.
Not accepting new clients

Darla Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
),
women's issues
(relationships, stress, trauma, adjustment, etc.
Do you want to feel accepted and understood? Do you want to be happy? Would you like to work on improving areas of your life that are not fully satisfying you? I can help! Counseling can benefit anyone, but often it can be difficult to find a good counselor. My approach is respectful, non-judgmental and genuine. I support you and build upon your strengths to work toward positive change. I promote skill building and see the counseling relationship as a collaboration. Initiating change requires effort and my role is to support and encourage you in your efforts.

Heartwise Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Passion for
Women's issues
and Couples therapy.
Are you longing to find an easier way of managing the demands of work, couplehood, and family? Are you looking for more peace in your core relationships? I would love to help. I help Women & Couples find a better balance, communicate in a healthier, stronger way, and find the peace you hoped for at this stage of your life. I am a compassionate partner to help you sort through the tangles of life. I get it---I'm a parent too and understand how challenging it can be. [Set up a free consultation at https://calendly.com/heartwisesusan/free-consultation]

Jade Wollman
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of expertise include addiction, domestic violence, and
women's issues
.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is anchored in mutual respect, trust, and gentle accountability. I hold ample space for my clients and encourage resourcing to nurture their sense of safety. I approach the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process – as an ally, not an expert. After all, you are the expert on your life. However, if you recognize that there are aspects of your life that may require change, I can help you identify and work toward those goals nonjudgmentally and with clinical expertise.
Not accepting new clients

Kristin Tebow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Welcome! Summit Wellness PDX is mental health therapy with a mission is to serve individuals experiencing mood disorders, attachment difficulties, difficult life experiences, anxiety, grief and loss,
women's issues
, LGBTQI, confusion, relationship difficulties, feeling stuck in life, and those looking for growth and development. What I find most gratifying in my work is seeing clients feeling empowered to improve their own lives until they no longer need my help. This is the place for people, like you, seeking strategies and skills that enable you to go beyond surviving the day-to-day, to discover yourself in a new way.

Growth Mindset Counseling and Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified
Verified
My areas of focus are incarceration, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and
women's issues
.
Are you looking for someone that you can connect with and share your thoughts and talk about your day to day stressors? Do you want a safe space where you are free to be you without judgement? Do you have internalized feelings or issues that you keep inside and avoid sharing with others? Are you having feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness, isolation, a fear of being judged, perceived as different, or misunderstood? Are you open to learning where these challenges come from and ways of coping with them? Do you want to put in the effort to see the growth ?
Not accepting new clients

Tonya Krake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified
Verified
I have helped people work through relationship problems, trauma, eating disorders, anxiety and depression, sexual issues, gender identity concerns,
women's issues
, men's issues, and domestic violence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience. I work with individuals of all ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations, ranging in age from 18 through 65+. My philosophy stems from a belief that life is an ever-changing process that provides the opportunities for individuals to develop into their own person; however, due to trauma or other painful or problematic issues, we may become stuck. My approach is warm, interactive, collaborative, and individualized drawing on different therapeutic models which may include mindfulness, psychodynamic, EFT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR approaches.

Debbie Bensching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, MSWAC, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I guide the process to work through problems to enhance performance in activities of daily living in work, relationships, recreation & professional settings. Problem areas include difficulties with relationships: marriage / domestic partner, parent-child, divorce/ separation, parenting, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief & loss,
women's issues
, habit disorders, addictions recovery: drugs, alcohol, food; ACOA, family members effected by addiction, trauma: post traumatic stress, rape, abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), and dissociative disorders. Also work with difficulties with sleep, relaxation, or under performing.

Kierstin Leigh Oliver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, BFA, LPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I am client-centered, creative, and interested in a holistic approach to therapy. I work to support individuals coping with: depression, anxiety,
women's issues
, trauma, and relational issues. I am connected to issues faced by the LGBTQ community. As a mother and an artist, I enjoy working with other creatives and parents. I offer traditional talk therapy, and 'walk & talk' therapy in Portland, Oregon. To learn more about the way I work please visit kierstinolivercounseling.com. I believe in nature as co-therapist, and try to get outside with clients when possible. You get to design your life, I am happy to help with the process.

Rachel Archer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As a clinical psychologist, I work with adults on general mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, body image issues, relationship issues, family-of-origin matters,
women's issues
, identity development, and life transitions. My therapeutic style focuses on interpersonal relationships, with the goal of creating or maintaining meaningful bonds with others and addressing chronic, painful, unmet needs. I utilize emotion focused therapy, attachment theory, and CBT/ACT strategies to address your concerns.

Dr. Marilyn Sears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 20 years of experience working with clients ages 17 and older presenting with a variety of issues. My specialties include anxiety & depression, loss & grief, relationship issues,
women's issues
, career challenges and future planning.
Waitlist for new clients

Stacey Nixon
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I'm also passionate about helping individuals around
women's issues
, body image and self-compassion.
We all can get stuck. You may be impacted by trauma, find yourself in unhelpful patterns or experience relationship conflicts. You may feel trapped in your current situation or overwhelmed by life stressors. Or perhaps you are craving more connection and better communication in your relationships. Trauma, life stressors and relational concerns can make daily functioning challenging. Counseling can help provide relief.

Julia McCoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in couples therapy, and in
women's issues
.
I work with couples, families, and individuals. I conduct my practice in a way that is collaborative and respectful of clients, working together to reach your goals. I truly look forward to beginning this journey with you.
Not accepting new clients

Liisa P. Heard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Not Accepting New Clients - I have over 30 years experience working with individuals and families suffering from substance abuse & mental health concerns. I provide individuals and couples a safe, supportive setting and am passionate about helping people understand and realize their full potential and achieve their dreams and goals. Individual/couples work in the following areas: Work, life, balance;
Women's Issues
; Bereavement, Grief and Loss; Life transitions (college, retirement, "empty nester"; end of life); Role transitions (caregiver); College and professional athletes.

Claire Bemis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about working towards supporting and improving women's mental health,
women's issues
, pregnancy, postpartum and the perinatal period.
*** 12/1/20 Claire Bemis LICSW is not currently taking on any new clients at this time. This profile will be updated as this changes** You may feel alone and isolated, or experience the common core belief many of us carry of feeling "not good enough" in the many roles you take on in your daily life. Do you feel as though you are missing out on your life because of the symptoms you are experiencing? You don't have to navigate this time in your life on your own. Beginning therapy is a courageous step in searching for a better balance in life and a greater belief in yourself and I would love to be by your side on this journey.

Lisa Gabardi, PhD, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified
Verified
My main areas of expertise include relationships, marriage, divorce, anxiety, depression, stress, loss/grief,
women's issues
, and self esteem.
I provide a supportive, compassionate environment combined with practical guidance to promote your strengths, clarify your values and goals, and develop flexible thinking and new habits. Because I believe that when life challenges are met with compassion and practical guidance, the challenges become a catalyst for healing, resilience, and developing your best self. I consider psychotherapy to be a collaborative process, utilizing my expertise and your strengths to meet your goals. I actively participate in the therapy process, supporting your efforts toward sustainable change in your life.

Center Of Balance Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with & have experience in Stress, Personal Growth,
Women's issues
, Grief and Loss, Trauma and PTSD, Post traumatic growth, LGBTQIA, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Body Image issues and Chronic Pain and Illness.
Online sessions only. Somatic & Mindfulness Based Counseling. Are you struggling? Do your feelings and behaviors feel out of your control? Does it seem impossible to understand why? Integrated understanding of how mind, body and emotions interact along with learning new skills can help. I use neuroscience based research to inform my somatic and holistic approach teaching tools to work with the past and face challenges in the present. Difficulty can present an opportunity for growth and finding new strengths. I provide a nurturing environment in which to move from a feeling of disconnection to a place of trust and inner wisdom.
Waitlist for new clients

Sabrina Sheehy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Wherever you are on your path to greater health, my goal is to assist you in finding your inner resources and strengths. I offer therapeutic services for the following: Depression, Anxiety, Adoption-related issues, Parenting,
Women's Issues
, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Relationship/Intimacy Issues and Family-of-Origin Issues. I welcome clients of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. I also strive to be culturally sensitive and am open to learning more about the traditional backgrounds of my clients so as to provide more competent service.

Abby Tuttle-Shamblin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in a wide range of
Women's Issues
including Pregnancy, Postpartum Women and Couples, Relationship Issues, Child-free Women, Women Survivors, and more.
All of us face experiences in our lives where we can benefit from the support and connection that therapy provides. Scientific evidence demonstrates that a strong and consistent therapeutic relationship is restorative, healing and emotionally regulating. As a therapist, I believe in connecting with clients, human-to-human, and I regularly feel a deep sense of understanding for those with whom I work. There is so much noise around us that it is often difficult for us to hear our own truth. I offer a compassionate, heart-centered space to help you to deeply trust your own inner strength and core values.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.