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Eugene, Oregon — mental health by the numbers
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Community
Lane County operates a 24/7 crisis line at (541) 682-1001; residents can also call or text 988 to reach crisis support and be routed to mobile crisis help.
Source: Lane County (lanecountyor.gov) (2025)Community
Lane County Behavioral Health launched Mobile Crisis Services of Lane County in 2024 to send mental-health professionals (not police) to behavioral-health emergencies; it expects to need about 40 staff and cost roughly $5 million per year.
Source: KLCC (2024)Community
CAHOOTS, the Eugene mobile-crisis model founded by White Bird Clinic in 1989, handled roughly 24,000 calls a year and answered about 17% of Eugene Police's call volume in 2017, requesting police backup only about 150 times.
Source: White Bird Clinic (2024)Community
CAHOOTS stopped serving Eugene on April 7, 2025 after the city and White Bird ended their contract over funding; the city's payment had covered about 40% of cost, and roughly 20 workers were laid off.
Source: KLCC (2025)Community
Lane County is a federally designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Area; its low-income-population HPSA carries a shortage score of 18 (higher scores signal greater need).
Source: HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce (2026)Oregon
Statewide, Oregon meets only about 30% of its mental-health-care needs, with 129 designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas and an estimated 68 more practitioners needed to lift those designations.
Source: KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation) (2025)Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this coverage in Oregon.
How do I use Oregon Counselors Directory filters to find a therapist in Eugene?
Oregon Counselors Directory allows you to filter Eugene providers by specialty, insurance accepted, session format (in-person or telehealth), and fee type. Select the filters that match your needs and the results will update to show only providers who meet those criteria. All 1,600 listed Eugene therapists are currently accepting new patients.
Which Eugene therapists accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP) or Medicaid?
485 therapists in Eugene accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid). To find them, use the insurance filter on Oregon Counselors Directory and select OHP or Medicaid. Confirming coverage directly with the provider before scheduling is recommended, as plan participation can change.
How many Eugene therapists offer telehealth sessions?
875 of the 1,600 listed Eugene therapists offer telehealth services. Telehealth sessions are conducted by video or phone and may be a practical option for those with transportation limitations, scheduling constraints, or a preference for remote care. Use the session format filter to view telehealth-available providers.
What should I expect during a first therapy session in Eugene?
A first therapy session typically involves the therapist gathering background information about your current concerns, personal history, and goals for treatment. No specific preparation is required. The session is generally an opportunity for both you and the therapist to assess whether the working relationship is a good fit before committing to ongoing appointments.
How do sliding scale fees work, and how many Eugene therapists offer them?
Sliding scale fees are session rates adjusted based on a client's income or financial situation, rather than a fixed price. 8 providers in Eugene offer this fee structure. To access a sliding scale rate, clients typically provide income documentation. Contact the provider directly to ask about their specific sliding scale range and eligibility requirements.
1,685 licensed mental health therapists practice in Eugene, Oregon and are listed on Oregon Counselors Directory. All 1,600 providers shown are currently accepting new patients. Eugene's directory includes therapists across a range of specialties, with family therapy and addiction counseling representing the largest groups at 989 and 974 providers respectively. Anxiety treatment is available through 345 providers, and 332 therapists offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). For residents who prefer or require remote sessions, 875 providers in Eugene offer telehealth services. Those navigating cost barriers will find that 485 providers accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid), and 8 providers offer sliding scale fees based on income. Eugene is home to the University of Oregon and a large student population, which contributes to demand for mental health services across a wide range of age groups and concerns. Filters on Oregon Counselors Directory allow users to narrow results by insurance type, specialty, session format, and fee structure to locate a provider that fits their specific circumstances.