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Professional Counselor Associate Lic #R12224
Accepting Clients Telehealth Sliding Scale $150–$200/session

About

Hello! I’m Steven, a Professional Counselor Associate passionate about helping kids, teens, and adults feel calmer, more confident, and truly understood. I especially enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals and bring both clinical training and my own lived experience into the therapy space. My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe, accepted, and free to be your full, authentic self. Before becoming a counselor, I worked as a photographer and earned a degree in Art Practices with a focus on photography. My creative background continues to shape how I connect with clients—I value curiosity, perspective, and honoring each person’s unique story. I also have a strong personal connection to the neurodivergent community, which deeply informs my work and strengthens my commitment to showing up with authenticity and compassion. I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients from diverse backgrounds and across many stages of life. I feel especially connected to teens navigating high school, as I understand firsthand how challenging those years can be. At the same time, my lived experience allows me to relate to struggles across age groups. I am affirming of neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals and strive to help clients navigate life transitions, manage mental health challenges, and improve overall quality of life. My approach is warm, human-centered, and grounded in evidence-based cognitive practices and mindfulness skills that build self-awareness and resilience. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my cats, exploring Portland with my wife, and appreciating everyday beauty.

At a glance

Treats
ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Child, Depression, Grief
Approach
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Couples Counseling, Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Insurance
Self-Pay, Sliding Scale, UnitedHealthcare UHC / UBH
Fees
$150–$200 per session · Sliding scale available
Format
Telehealth (Oregon-wide)
Faith integration
Faith-integrated
License
Professional Counselor Associate, OR #R12224
Accepting new clients
Yes

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Male

Telehealth

Telehealth & phone sessions

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Faith & Spirituality

Faith-integrated

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Pricing

Individual $$$ ($150–$200)
Sliding Scale
Flexible pricing for self-pay clients

Details

  • Professional Counselor Associate Lic #R12224
  • Telehealth Available
  • Male
  • Accepting New Patients

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