Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
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I work with individuals (14+) struggling with issues related to ADHD, gender identity exploration, trauma, racial identity exploration and going from surviving to thriving while living in systems of oppression. I also offer relationship counseling for adults struggling with issues of connection, trust, and sexual intimacy.
I practice from a somatic (body focused) perspective, drawing from attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology and mindfulness practices. I draw much of my philosophy concerning gender and sexuality from queer theory which historically challenges normative society, established traditions, and binary or definitive constructs.
I often say therapy isn't always easy or perfectly safe (we are all human), but it can be SECURE. Together, it is my hope that we can create a space filled with trust, security and respect so that you can dive into your healing journey and begin to live by your values.
Call or Email Simply Queer Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (503) 461-9742
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Oregon / R7909 Supervised by Cole Prophet (Oregon / C6307) Bex Mertulien
- Degree/Diploma from University of Pennsylvania BA- Neurobiology / 2017
- Attended Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Counseling and Education, MA - Counseling, Graduated 2022
Professional Counselor Associate: Bex Mertulien
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (503) 461-9742
Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Transgender
- Racial Identity
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Emotional Intimacy
- Executive Dysfunction
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (503) 461-9742
Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 461-9742
Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (503) 461-9742
Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA