Oregon ranked 42nd overall and 46th on the adult measure (1=best, 51=worst), but 7th on Access to Care, where a lower number means relatively stronger access.

Source: Mental Health America, State of Mental Health in America 2025 (2025)

Oregon

About 30% of Oregonians' mental-health-care need is met by the current provider supply, with roughly 1.39 million people living in a designated Mental Health Care shortage area (HPSA).

Source: KFF State Health Facts (HRSA Designated HPSA Quarterly Summary) (2025)

Oregon

About 1.44 million Oregonians (roughly 1 in 3) are enrolled in the Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid), which covers behavioral health services alongside medical, dental and prescription care.

Source: Oregon Health Authority, OHP Fact Sheet (MMIS data, Jan 2025) (2025)

Community

A recurring question from Oregonians online is how to find a therapist who takes the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and is accepting new patients.

Source: Reddit r/askportland (2024)

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Common questions about this coverage in Oregon.

How do I find a therapist in Stayton, Oregon?

Browse the 10 licensed therapists listed in Stayton below. You can filter by insurance, specialty, telehealth, and whether they are accepting new clients, then contact providers directly, there is no sign-up and the directory is free to use.

Do therapists in Stayton take OHP or insurance?

Many Stayton therapists accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and major commercial plans such as PacificSource, Regence, Providence, and Moda. Use the insurance filter to show only providers who take your plan, and confirm coverage with the provider when you book.

How much does therapy cost in Stayton?

Out-of-pocket fees in Stayton generally run from about $100 to $200 per session. Many therapists bill your insurance directly, and others offer sliding-scale rates based on income, so your actual cost is often much lower. If cost is a concern, filter for sliding scale or OHP.

Are therapists in Stayton accepting new clients?

Some are and some keep a waitlist. Profiles marked as accepting new clients are the fastest place to start, and reaching out to two or three providers at once is the best way to shorten the wait.

Can I see a Stayton therapist online by telehealth?

Yes. Many Stayton therapists offer secure video sessions, and any Oregon-licensed therapist can see you by telehealth anywhere in the state, useful when local openings are limited. Use the telehealth filter to find providers offering virtual visits.

Are there low-cost or sliding-scale therapists in Stayton?

Yes. A number of Stayton therapists offer sliding-scale fees based on income, and providers who accept the Oregon Health Plan are typically no-cost for members. Filter by sliding scale or OHP to find them.

How do I find a Stayton therapist for a specific concern?

Therapists in Stayton work with concerns like Trauma and PTSD, Grief, Anxiety. Pick a focus from the list on this page, for example Trauma and PTSD therapists in Stayton to see only providers who specialize in it.

Is there a psychiatric prescriber or medication management in Stayton?

If you need medication rather than, or in addition to, talk therapy, see our psychiatric prescribers: psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) across Oregon who provide evaluations and medication management, many by telehealth.

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