Therapists in Irvington, Portland, OR
Shannon Atherton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvington, Portland, OR 97232 (Online Only)
I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a journey towards healing and thriving in all areas of life.
I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a journey towards healing and thriving in all areas of life.
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.
Jacqueline R. Cape, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Irvington, Portland, OR 97212 (Online Only)
Welcome. I approach therapy as a collaborative and respectful process to help individuals, couples, and families learn new, adaptive ways to relieve emotional distress from anxiety or depression, illness, loss, grief, and trauma, therefore, becoming much more empowered and successful in their lives. In couples therapy, partners learn to manage and repair conflict, improve sexual intimacy, recover from betrayal, and enhance trust and friendship. Family therapy creates healthy patterns, routines, and behaviors to improve and heal maladaptive family dynamics and learn respectful and loving ways to communicate more successfully.
Welcome. I approach therapy as a collaborative and respectful process to help individuals, couples, and families learn new, adaptive ways to relieve emotional distress from anxiety or depression, illness, loss, grief, and trauma, therefore, becoming much more empowered and successful in their lives. In couples therapy, partners learn to manage and repair conflict, improve sexual intimacy, recover from betrayal, and enhance trust and friendship. Family therapy creates healthy patterns, routines, and behaviors to improve and heal maladaptive family dynamics and learn respectful and loving ways to communicate more successfully.
Jennifer Sobol
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvington, Portland, OR 97232 (Online Only)
Jennifer is an integrative and holistic therapist dedicated to providing personalized care that goes beyond traditional psychotherapy. As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist, she not only acknowledges but celebrates neurodiversity, ensuring that her clients feel understood and validated. Many of her clients have faced challenges stemming from misunderstood neurological differences, such as ADHD and Complex PTSD. Jennifer’s approach transcends conventional therapy, offering a holistic understanding of life’s many complexities.
Jennifer is an integrative and holistic therapist dedicated to providing personalized care that goes beyond traditional psychotherapy. As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist, she not only acknowledges but celebrates neurodiversity, ensuring that her clients feel understood and validated. Many of her clients have faced challenges stemming from misunderstood neurological differences, such as ADHD and Complex PTSD. Jennifer’s approach transcends conventional therapy, offering a holistic understanding of life’s many complexities.
Lauren Hval
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
Irvington, Portland, OR 97232
I believe in creating a safe 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 believe in creating a safe 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.
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. I strive to offer a safe, accepting, and respectful environment for addressing your issues. I will support you in discovering your own strengths, wisdom and inner resources and can offer tools for coping, growth and change, learned through over 20 years of clinical practice, and my own life experience. I believe in a collaborative process in which we can identify your goals, work through challenges, and create a plan for change.
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. I strive to offer a safe, accepting, and respectful environment for addressing your issues. I will support you in discovering your own strengths, wisdom and inner resources and can offer tools for coping, growth and change, learned through over 20 years of clinical practice, and my own life experience. I believe in a collaborative process in which we can identify your goals, work through challenges, and create a plan for change.
Kristin Holland-Pitts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvington, Portland, OR 97232
I bring a straightforward, no-nonsense approach, with a dash of sarcasm and colorful language when I’m unfiltered. Living with ADHD means my thoughts can sometimes be a bit scattered, but that’s all part of my unique journey. With a decade of experience in mental health and a background in therapy, I’m here to help you discover inner peace. So, why not team up and start a journey to enrich your life?
I bring a straightforward, no-nonsense approach, with a dash of sarcasm and colorful language when I’m unfiltered. Living with ADHD means my thoughts can sometimes be a bit scattered, but that’s all part of my unique journey. With a decade of experience in mental health and a background in therapy, I’m here to help you discover inner peace. So, why not team up and start a journey to enrich your life?
Leah Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, Portland, OR 97212 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides client-centered therapy for adult clients. I have experience with a range of challenges including trauma, mood, anxiety, relationships, LGBTQ, life transitions, social justice, and addictions. After earning a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Sociology from University of Oregon I pursued a Masters of Social Work from Portland State University and graduated with honors. Immediately following graduation I pursued my licensure and have been practicing in Bend since 2010.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides client-centered therapy for adult clients. I have experience with a range of challenges including trauma, mood, anxiety, relationships, LGBTQ, life transitions, social justice, and addictions. After earning a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Sociology from University of Oregon I pursued a Masters of Social Work from Portland State University and graduated with honors. Immediately following graduation I pursued my licensure and have been practicing in Bend since 2010.
Nate Wilson-Traisman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irvington, Portland, OR 97212
I love working with adolescents, adult individuals, and families. I enjoy helping teens and families navigate the changes of adolescence, while working to engage parents around their teenager's change process. While adolescence can challenge families, it's also a developmental phase filled with exciting and inspiring change. My work with adults often focuses on relationship issues, anxiety, stress management, and issues related to emotional expression. I work well with adults who are motivated to change behavior, and are wanting some extra help. My clients appreciate my grounded presence, and my strengths-based approach.
I love working with adolescents, adult individuals, and families. I enjoy helping teens and families navigate the changes of adolescence, while working to engage parents around their teenager's change process. While adolescence can challenge families, it's also a developmental phase filled with exciting and inspiring change. My work with adults often focuses on relationship issues, anxiety, stress management, and issues related to emotional expression. I work well with adults who are motivated to change behavior, and are wanting some extra help. My clients appreciate my grounded presence, and my strengths-based approach.
Laurie Perdue
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvington, Portland, OR 97212
I’m a psychotherapist who helps people impacted by traumatic stress. People who need a partner to help calibrate the weight of their worries. Exhausted and overwhelmed we feel so alone … industrialized cultural vacuums increase fear and shame. It can feel like no one could possibly untangle your predicament. We speak up even less or maybe become frantic with demands and urges to soothe. We doubt self even more. We get stuck on “what do I need to do” to make this stop? Counseling can lighten the burden of difficult experiences. Partnering on communication, resourcing, and education can provide some early relief.
I’m a psychotherapist who helps people impacted by traumatic stress. People who need a partner to help calibrate the weight of their worries. Exhausted and overwhelmed we feel so alone … industrialized cultural vacuums increase fear and shame. It can feel like no one could possibly untangle your predicament. We speak up even less or maybe become frantic with demands and urges to soothe. We doubt self even more. We get stuck on “what do I need to do” to make this stop? Counseling can lighten the burden of difficult experiences. Partnering on communication, resourcing, and education can provide some early relief.
Online Therapists
Kate Van Brocklin (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97215 (Online Only)
I help people who feel that something is missing, stuck, or unfulfilled in their life. Emotional turmoil can diminish our well-being and quality of life. I support those who want to feel loved, respected and connected with others, liberated from the fear of abandonment, and feel confident and empowered in themselves and their decisions. If you want to work towards a sense of inner peace and fulfillment in yourself and your relationships, I'm here to support and guide you on that journey.
I help people who feel that something is missing, stuck, or unfulfilled in their life. Emotional turmoil can diminish our well-being and quality of life. I support those who want to feel loved, respected and connected with others, liberated from the fear of abandonment, and feel confident and empowered in themselves and their decisions. If you want to work towards a sense of inner peace and fulfillment in yourself and your relationships, I'm here to support and guide you on that journey.
Hawthorne Healing Center, LLC - Courtney Arban
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97217 (Online Only)
In honoring the collaborative nature of counseling, I intend to be present and compassionately walk alongside you as you deepen your understanding of self. I provide individual therapy and aid in processing trauma, facing challenging life transitions, managing moods, increasing self-awareness and self-esteem, becoming more assertive and setting healthier boundaries, and improving communication and intimacy in relationships (including parenting).
In honoring the collaborative nature of counseling, I intend to be present and compassionately walk alongside you as you deepen your understanding of self. I provide individual therapy and aid in processing trauma, facing challenging life transitions, managing moods, increasing self-awareness and self-esteem, becoming more assertive and setting healthier boundaries, and improving communication and intimacy in relationships (including parenting).
Grow Your Own Way Therapy-EMDR provider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Tabitha Ramos, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97229 (Online Only)
Specialized in women's issues-trauma, depression, self esteem, relationship issues and anxiety.
I am a women's therapist. My mission is to help women improve their lives. Do you feel exhausted and depleted? Do you run around filling everyone else's cup while your cup is left empty? Maybe you struggle with anxiety or depression because life hasn't turned out the way you thought it would. You may feel unloved in your relationships. Perhaps you feel unseen, unheard & unimportant. I am a strong believer that it's never too late to stand in your own power and get the life you want. Most of the time we are ready to make changes in our lives when the pain of not changing has become too much.
Specialized in women's issues-trauma, depression, self esteem, relationship issues and anxiety.
I am a women's therapist. My mission is to help women improve their lives. Do you feel exhausted and depleted? Do you run around filling everyone else's cup while your cup is left empty? Maybe you struggle with anxiety or depression because life hasn't turned out the way you thought it would. You may feel unloved in your relationships. Perhaps you feel unseen, unheard & unimportant. I am a strong believer that it's never too late to stand in your own power and get the life you want. Most of the time we are ready to make changes in our lives when the pain of not changing has become too much.
The Couples Clinic of Portland
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97209
We specialize in treating individuals for depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, addictions, grief, relationship problems, low self esteem, identity issues, and more.
At The Couples Clinic of Portland, helping people is our passion. We get great satisfaction in helping people improve their lives and relationships. We know from personal experience how restorative and empowering good counseling can be. We are here to collaboratively help you work through whatever you are struggling with, and find your true, empowered self. We also know how difficult it is to find a therapist who has advanced training in couples counseling. As we are dedicated to keeping abreast of the most cutting edge techniques, you are certain to find help here for yourself and for your relationship.
We specialize in treating individuals for depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, addictions, grief, relationship problems, low self esteem, identity issues, and more.
At The Couples Clinic of Portland, helping people is our passion. We get great satisfaction in helping people improve their lives and relationships. We know from personal experience how restorative and empowering good counseling can be. We are here to collaboratively help you work through whatever you are struggling with, and find your true, empowered self. We also know how difficult it is to find a therapist who has advanced training in couples counseling. As we are dedicated to keeping abreast of the most cutting edge techniques, you are certain to find help here for yourself and for your relationship.
Currently Accepting New Clients! My approach is person centered: You are the expert in your own life and I am here to help and support with your journey whatever that looks like. I use a variety of techniques that are both collaborative and strengths-based and draw from social justice and equity work. I don’t just look at you as the individual but also how your surrounding environment impacts you. My counseling style is warm and compassionate. I want to offer you a safe space to heal and grow. It would be an honor to work with you on your life journey. You are the expert and I am here to support you on that journey.
Currently Accepting New Clients! My approach is person centered: You are the expert in your own life and I am here to help and support with your journey whatever that looks like. I use a variety of techniques that are both collaborative and strengths-based and draw from social justice and equity work. I don’t just look at you as the individual but also how your surrounding environment impacts you. My counseling style is warm and compassionate. I want to offer you a safe space to heal and grow. It would be an honor to work with you on your life journey. You are the expert and I am here to support you on that journey.
INTRA-Teletherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
INTRA- means from within. Many times our focus is outside of ourselves and we can get lost. This office is dedicated to helping you explore with compassion and grace the many facets of your life. Whether it is a new issue or a past trauma, we can takes steps towards understanding and healing. A neglect of self-care can create a reliance on ineffective coping skills that can contribute to problems. Therapy is a good choice for creating new insights into depressed mood, anxiety, lowered self-esteem and even intrusive thoughts about self-harm. Better insight leads the way to sustained change and growth. Its more than just talking...
INTRA- means from within. Many times our focus is outside of ourselves and we can get lost. This office is dedicated to helping you explore with compassion and grace the many facets of your life. Whether it is a new issue or a past trauma, we can takes steps towards understanding and healing. A neglect of self-care can create a reliance on ineffective coping skills that can contribute to problems. Therapy is a good choice for creating new insights into depressed mood, anxiety, lowered self-esteem and even intrusive thoughts about self-harm. Better insight leads the way to sustained change and growth. Its more than just talking...
Hello! I am now accepting Pacific Source clients! My approach to therapy is to establish a safe and warm environment where growth, awareness, and healing take place. I view therapy as a valuable opportunity for clients to build upon existing strengths and learn coping strategies to feel better about themselves and interact more effectively with others and the world around them. Through a collaborative and supportive relationship, our work together will help you explore and give voice to the difficult experiences, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors which may be interfering with you living the meaningful life that is important to you.
Hello! I am now accepting Pacific Source clients! My approach to therapy is to establish a safe and warm environment where growth, awareness, and healing take place. I view therapy as a valuable opportunity for clients to build upon existing strengths and learn coping strategies to feel better about themselves and interact more effectively with others and the world around them. Through a collaborative and supportive relationship, our work together will help you explore and give voice to the difficult experiences, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors which may be interfering with you living the meaningful life that is important to you.
If you feel discouraged regarding your relationship I can help. I have advanced training and experience successfully helping couples achieve their relationship goals. Couples I have worked with state that I am easy going, helpful, effective, warm, and engaging. I have training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and I am a Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist. I also have over 10 years experience helping individuals over-come issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and men's issues. I like helping people successfully accomplish their goals. Call me for a free consultation.
If you feel discouraged regarding your relationship I can help. I have advanced training and experience successfully helping couples achieve their relationship goals. Couples I have worked with state that I am easy going, helpful, effective, warm, and engaging. I have training in Emotionally Focused Couples therapy and I am a Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist. I also have over 10 years experience helping individuals over-come issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and men's issues. I like helping people successfully accomplish their goals. Call me for a free consultation.
Soliloquy Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97209 (Online Only)
You're motivated to make a change. You may be confused about where to start, or if the change is even possible. You're seeking support as you transition through a difficult moment in life. Or perhaps, you've already made the difficult transition and you can't figure out how to return to "normal". I specialize in helping people overcome anxiety, improve self esteem and decrease symptoms of depression, process simple and complex trauma, and to change their thoughts and feelings in order to live a more happy and fulfilled life. You want to come to therapy because you want to live a more fulfilled life.
You're motivated to make a change. You may be confused about where to start, or if the change is even possible. You're seeking support as you transition through a difficult moment in life. Or perhaps, you've already made the difficult transition and you can't figure out how to return to "normal". I specialize in helping people overcome anxiety, improve self esteem and decrease symptoms of depression, process simple and complex trauma, and to change their thoughts and feelings in order to live a more happy and fulfilled life. You want to come to therapy because you want to live a more fulfilled life.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that allows my clients to explore, comprehend, and inspire change within themselves and their relationships. I work from a trauma-informed, attachment-based framework that focuses on my client’s relationships across the entire lifespan. Clients work toward fostering stronger connections, developing more flexibility, and gaining more understanding of their emotional needs. Treatment plans incorporate a range of evidence-based modalities drawn from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that allows my clients to explore, comprehend, and inspire change within themselves and their relationships. I work from a trauma-informed, attachment-based framework that focuses on my client’s relationships across the entire lifespan. Clients work toward fostering stronger connections, developing more flexibility, and gaining more understanding of their emotional needs. Treatment plans incorporate a range of evidence-based modalities drawn from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
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Self Esteem Therapists
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.