Therapists in Portland, OR
Cornelia Taubmann - Clinical Hypnosis Portland
BA, CHT, PgDip
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
Are fears and attempts to control your life holding you back? Are physical symptoms and sensitivities limiting you? Let's explore and find what you need to reclaim your life. Experience safety and comfort within yourself with my help. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with IBS, confidence issues, compulsions, bad habits, boundary-setting challenges, and stress. Let's start your journey to healing together.
Are fears and attempts to control your life holding you back? Are physical symptoms and sensitivities limiting you? Let's explore and find what you need to reclaim your life. Experience safety and comfort within yourself with my help. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with IBS, confidence issues, compulsions, bad habits, boundary-setting challenges, and stress. Let's start your journey to healing together.
Yael Kievsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97213 (Online Only)
If you're seeking an empowering and transformative experience of therapy, I'd love to support you. I have built my practice to focus on all things relationships: I work especially well with relational trauma, breaches of trust, repairing severed relationships, communication, non-normative relationships, as well as family & reproductive support. I am approachable and bring a solid, vigorous presence to our encounters - you will not feel adrift in our sessions. My style is engaged, directive, and sometimes humorous, and always tender and reverent of all of who you are.
If you're seeking an empowering and transformative experience of therapy, I'd love to support you. I have built my practice to focus on all things relationships: I work especially well with relational trauma, breaches of trust, repairing severed relationships, communication, non-normative relationships, as well as family & reproductive support. I am approachable and bring a solid, vigorous presence to our encounters - you will not feel adrift in our sessions. My style is engaged, directive, and sometimes humorous, and always tender and reverent of all of who you are.
Lily Springsteen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214
I’m a child psychotherapist that works with parents, children, and adolescents. You might be here because you have questions about your child’s behavior, wish for a more satisfying parent-child relationship, or are overwhelmed from the stresses of parenthood. Perhaps painful memories from your own childhood are impacting your parenting and family. Becoming a parent is one of the most profound transitions in the adult life, and it naturally brings up shifts in our external and internal lives. It’s my honor to support individuals, couples, families, and children through this period and beyond.
I’m a child psychotherapist that works with parents, children, and adolescents. You might be here because you have questions about your child’s behavior, wish for a more satisfying parent-child relationship, or are overwhelmed from the stresses of parenthood. Perhaps painful memories from your own childhood are impacting your parenting and family. Becoming a parent is one of the most profound transitions in the adult life, and it naturally brings up shifts in our external and internal lives. It’s my honor to support individuals, couples, families, and children through this period and beyond.
Jenna Washburn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97225 (Online Only)
It goes without saying these past few years have been an uphill battle. With the stress of a pandemic, the economic hardships facing many, and political divides deepening: it's no wonder anxiety is high. Or depression feels magnified. Or you find yourself falling back into bad habits. But you don't have to struggle through this time alone. Empathic Counseling can help you cope during this difficult time and empower you to thrive. I work closely with clients across Oregon to help them find freedom from Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Trauma, or that harsh voice inside you that tells you you're not enough.
It goes without saying these past few years have been an uphill battle. With the stress of a pandemic, the economic hardships facing many, and political divides deepening: it's no wonder anxiety is high. Or depression feels magnified. Or you find yourself falling back into bad habits. But you don't have to struggle through this time alone. Empathic Counseling can help you cope during this difficult time and empower you to thrive. I work closely with clients across Oregon to help them find freedom from Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Trauma, or that harsh voice inside you that tells you you're not enough.
Rachel Raphael
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and adult families in their quest for clarity and healing. We will work together to identify and achieve key counseling goals to transform your life and relationships. I strive to bring a warm and open atmosphere that encourages compassion and collaboration. Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding trust, creating sexual intimacy, dating, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges. All are welcome: LGTBQ clients, nontraditional couples and adult families.
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and adult families in their quest for clarity and healing. We will work together to identify and achieve key counseling goals to transform your life and relationships. I strive to bring a warm and open atmosphere that encourages compassion and collaboration. Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding trust, creating sexual intimacy, dating, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges. All are welcome: LGTBQ clients, nontraditional couples and adult families.
Madison Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202
I am available for new clients, individually or family sessions. I am also taking clients for a teen DBT skills group (ages 12-18 if still in high school). I see our work together as a team that balances putting in the hard work while understanding you have to have some laughs along the way! Above all modalities, the therapeutic relationship is what I value most in our work together. I primarily use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Art Therapy. Despite my degree in art therapy, my dual license allows me to provide more traditional talk therapy, too.
I am available for new clients, individually or family sessions. I am also taking clients for a teen DBT skills group (ages 12-18 if still in high school). I see our work together as a team that balances putting in the hard work while understanding you have to have some laughs along the way! Above all modalities, the therapeutic relationship is what I value most in our work together. I primarily use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Art Therapy. Despite my degree in art therapy, my dual license allows me to provide more traditional talk therapy, too.
Tessa Turner
Art Therapist, MAT, ATR, LAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
Waitlist for new clients
Does your child or teen struggle to communicate their thoughts and feelings? Have you noticed a change in their behavior or have concerns about their self-confidence? Could you use some new strategies to communicate and emotionally connect with your child? Participating in therapy can be a great place to start the journey of developing new ways to build family connection, establish a safe space for your child to explore big feelings, and to learn new ways to navigate complex life stressors that impact your child and family's overall functioning alongside a trained professional who can provide individualized care and guidance.
Does your child or teen struggle to communicate their thoughts and feelings? Have you noticed a change in their behavior or have concerns about their self-confidence? Could you use some new strategies to communicate and emotionally connect with your child? Participating in therapy can be a great place to start the journey of developing new ways to build family connection, establish a safe space for your child to explore big feelings, and to learn new ways to navigate complex life stressors that impact your child and family's overall functioning alongside a trained professional who can provide individualized care and guidance.
Day Hancock-Murphy (They-He)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214
Not accepting new clients
Current Openings! EMDR available! This life can be hard and the things we go through can have a profound impact on how we navigate life, no matter how big or small. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of individuals and communities who have been othered or exist on the periphery, whether due to their identity, relationship structure, or lifestyle choices. Neurodiversity, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+, you are welcome here. From navigating non-monogamy and polyamory to exploring kink-positive dynamics and body-affirming philosophies, I offer a safe haven for those seeking understanding and validation.
Current Openings! EMDR available! This life can be hard and the things we go through can have a profound impact on how we navigate life, no matter how big or small. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of individuals and communities who have been othered or exist on the periphery, whether due to their identity, relationship structure, or lifestyle choices. Neurodiversity, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+, you are welcome here. From navigating non-monogamy and polyamory to exploring kink-positive dynamics and body-affirming philosophies, I offer a safe haven for those seeking understanding and validation.
Danielle Joy Freese
Occupational Therapist, OTD, OTL
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97220 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt like everyone else got the manual on how to live, while you were left figuring things out alone? Perhaps you've spent years navigating a world not designed for you while having to mask as an Autistic person, or compensate for your challenges with ADHD, sensory processing disorder, anxiety, and more. If this resonates with you, I'm here to help.
Have you ever felt like everyone else got the manual on how to live, while you were left figuring things out alone? Perhaps you've spent years navigating a world not designed for you while having to mask as an Autistic person, or compensate for your challenges with ADHD, sensory processing disorder, anxiety, and more. If this resonates with you, I'm here to help.
Kaia Stamiris
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212 (Online Only)
I'm a relational, person-centered therapist using somatic and cognitive behavioral techniques to improve connection to the self, the body, and others. My approach is collaborative, and centers your lived experiences and unique strengths. Relational theory places emphasis on the development of relationships that are “mutually growth-fostering”. i.e., ones in which both parties feel that they matter. My aim is to create a therapeutic environment that resembles this type of relationship and to encourage you to develop these types of relationships in your personal life.
I'm a relational, person-centered therapist using somatic and cognitive behavioral techniques to improve connection to the self, the body, and others. My approach is collaborative, and centers your lived experiences and unique strengths. Relational theory places emphasis on the development of relationships that are “mutually growth-fostering”. i.e., ones in which both parties feel that they matter. My aim is to create a therapeutic environment that resembles this type of relationship and to encourage you to develop these types of relationships in your personal life.
Jacky Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97230 (Online Only)
*TELEHEALTH ONLY* Depression, anxiety, and anger can easily overwhelm us when we feel stuck between accepting our problems and changing them. I provide solution-focused, cognitive and behavioral approaches to help clients find the balance between these two seemingly opposing realities. I believe people are already doing the best they can, and that we all need extra support at times to get “unstuck.” I view my clients as the experts in their own lives; my role is to collaborate with them to find more effective solutions to their problems. I will work with you to create a clear path towards creating the life you want to live.
*TELEHEALTH ONLY* Depression, anxiety, and anger can easily overwhelm us when we feel stuck between accepting our problems and changing them. I provide solution-focused, cognitive and behavioral approaches to help clients find the balance between these two seemingly opposing realities. I believe people are already doing the best they can, and that we all need extra support at times to get “unstuck.” I view my clients as the experts in their own lives; my role is to collaborate with them to find more effective solutions to their problems. I will work with you to create a clear path towards creating the life you want to live.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214
It's hard to remember when you didn’t feel so overwhelmed that you’re barely holding it together. You're feeling stuck and it seems like one more challenge and you’ll be in chaos-mode, scrambling to find a way back to just keeping your head above water. Sometimes the rush of anxiety or fear is so uncomfortable that it affects your concentration and ability to follow through on plans or work. Shame has haunted you through the different parts of your life and it's hard to believe that you could feel seen or that you belong, especially when you have been hurt in the past. You want relief so that you can get your life back.
It's hard to remember when you didn’t feel so overwhelmed that you’re barely holding it together. You're feeling stuck and it seems like one more challenge and you’ll be in chaos-mode, scrambling to find a way back to just keeping your head above water. Sometimes the rush of anxiety or fear is so uncomfortable that it affects your concentration and ability to follow through on plans or work. Shame has haunted you through the different parts of your life and it's hard to believe that you could feel seen or that you belong, especially when you have been hurt in the past. You want relief so that you can get your life back.
Lauren Summer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97205
Everyone has a different path in therapy. No matter what issues you are struggling with, it is possible to find peace and achieve a more meaningful life. Some of the things I enjoy working with include: childhood trauma, attachment issues, OCD, PTSD, men's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, and anxiety.
Everyone has a different path in therapy. No matter what issues you are struggling with, it is possible to find peace and achieve a more meaningful life. Some of the things I enjoy working with include: childhood trauma, attachment issues, OCD, PTSD, men's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, and anxiety.
Mark Schorr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADCI, LMHC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97239
The greatest joy comes when clients break free of painful patterns and move to feeling comfortable with life. I've been a counselor for 25 years, with extensive experience helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. Getting at underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works there's more than just insight; clients feel it in their heart as well as their head. Those around them see that they have a life worth living with more happiness and better handling of the inevitable potholes.
The greatest joy comes when clients break free of painful patterns and move to feeling comfortable with life. I've been a counselor for 25 years, with extensive experience helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. Getting at underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works there's more than just insight; clients feel it in their heart as well as their head. Those around them see that they have a life worth living with more happiness and better handling of the inevitable potholes.
Eliza Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I believe you are the expert in your life, and my goal is always to facilitate you in building a future on your own terms. I enjoy working with individuals around issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, executive functioning and life transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy working with transgender folks at all points in your gender confirming process. Some of my other specialties include working with people with diverse relationship structures and sexual practices and with sex workers. I enjoy working with adults with ADHD and autism, especially those who are newly diagnosed.
As a therapist, I believe you are the expert in your life, and my goal is always to facilitate you in building a future on your own terms. I enjoy working with individuals around issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, executive functioning and life transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy working with transgender folks at all points in your gender confirming process. Some of my other specialties include working with people with diverse relationship structures and sexual practices and with sex workers. I enjoy working with adults with ADHD and autism, especially those who are newly diagnosed.
Jocelyn K Durant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
Hello! I am a Play Therapist and Grief Counselor for children, tweens, adolescents and young adults. I have 20+ years of experience fostering individuals' self-expression, empowering growth and development, strengthening family dynamics, transforming traumatic events through play and other forms of creative expression, and compassionately addressing complex issues. I believe that with compassion and connection, individuals -from childhood to adulthood - can heal and grow, and find a renewed excitement in living.
Hello! I am a Play Therapist and Grief Counselor for children, tweens, adolescents and young adults. I have 20+ years of experience fostering individuals' self-expression, empowering growth and development, strengthening family dynamics, transforming traumatic events through play and other forms of creative expression, and compassionately addressing complex issues. I believe that with compassion and connection, individuals -from childhood to adulthood - can heal and grow, and find a renewed excitement in living.
Marc Zola
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97201 (Online Only)
Are you a business leader, executive or health care professional who's feeling stuck in repeating patterns? I specialize in empowering busy professionals like you. I offer discrete services and I do NOT bill insurance: Ensuring complete privacy and confidentiality. As an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Founder Emeritus of one the PacNW's largest mental health practices, I will focus on helping you uncover ways to create meaningful change at both home and at work. I take a compassionate, yet direct and results-oriented approach to treating anxiety and relationship issues impacting you at home, work, and in every facet of your life.
Are you a business leader, executive or health care professional who's feeling stuck in repeating patterns? I specialize in empowering busy professionals like you. I offer discrete services and I do NOT bill insurance: Ensuring complete privacy and confidentiality. As an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Founder Emeritus of one the PacNW's largest mental health practices, I will focus on helping you uncover ways to create meaningful change at both home and at work. I take a compassionate, yet direct and results-oriented approach to treating anxiety and relationship issues impacting you at home, work, and in every facet of your life.
Gabrielle Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97212
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Gabrielle (she/her). I am a somatic and attachment-based therapist. I offer a collaborative, relational approach that is warm and empathetic as well as direct. My goal is to help you develop a foundation of self-trust, so that you can feel more like yourself, respond adaptively to challenges in your life, and experience greater intimacy and fulfillment in your relationships.
Hello! I'm Gabrielle (she/her). I am a somatic and attachment-based therapist. I offer a collaborative, relational approach that is warm and empathetic as well as direct. My goal is to help you develop a foundation of self-trust, so that you can feel more like yourself, respond adaptively to challenges in your life, and experience greater intimacy and fulfillment in your relationships.
Annalisa Buller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221 (Online Only)
Are you a young woman struggling to maintain relationships? Do you struggle with understanding and expressing your emotions? Do you feel motivated but have so much fear you can’t even start on a task? Maybe you know what you want in life but can’t seem to get there. Being able to manage your emotions and maintain relationships are key aspects of connecting and finding meaning in life. While they have those struggles they come to sessions ready to be open and willing to work through those difficulties to become the best version of themselves. Someone they are proud to be!
Are you a young woman struggling to maintain relationships? Do you struggle with understanding and expressing your emotions? Do you feel motivated but have so much fear you can’t even start on a task? Maybe you know what you want in life but can’t seem to get there. Being able to manage your emotions and maintain relationships are key aspects of connecting and finding meaning in life. While they have those struggles they come to sessions ready to be open and willing to work through those difficulties to become the best version of themselves. Someone they are proud to be!
Claire Weigand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSWA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97209 (Online Only)
Neurodiverse clients I have worked with said they felt understood and supported and said that I genuinely care about them. I encourage neurodiverse communication styles, ways of thinking, and varieties of emotional expression. I will follow your lead on what you want out of therapy. The autistic community has a higher rate of trans and nonbinary gender identities which I celebrate. I also have a master’s degree in child development. I focused on sexual development and attachment theory. I support all sexualities and ethical relationship styles. I also studied healthy racial identity development in people of color and white people.
Neurodiverse clients I have worked with said they felt understood and supported and said that I genuinely care about them. I encourage neurodiverse communication styles, ways of thinking, and varieties of emotional expression. I will follow your lead on what you want out of therapy. The autistic community has a higher rate of trans and nonbinary gender identities which I celebrate. I also have a master’s degree in child development. I focused on sexual development and attachment theory. I support all sexualities and ethical relationship styles. I also studied healthy racial identity development in people of color and white people.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Portland, OR
3,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Portland, OR who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Stress |
68% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
54% | PacificSource |
47% | Aetna |
38% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Portland, OR see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Portland?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.