complex and developmental trauma Therapists in Oregon
166 providers found
Find Oregon therapists specializing in complex and developmental trauma.
Kir Rian
LMHC, LPC, MA, MFA · Portland, OR
As a fully-licensed, trauma-certified therapist in OR & WA, & a WA state Supervisor, I work with a wide range of issues, & specialize in grief, trauma, & illness. Whether recent…
Alana Kirkendall
LPC · Portland, OR
I deeply enjoy working with clients who are ready to engage and do the work inside and outside of therapy. I would love to sit with you in any experiences of ADD/ADHD, chronic…
Thom Keenan-Hunt
M.A., LMFT · Portland, OR
Overwhelmed by these turbulent times? Feeling stuck in relationships, jobs, or entrenched beliefs about yourself that may not be entirely accurate? Unhealthy thoughts, feelings,…
Jessica Lea
LCSW · Portland, OR
Are you ready to start making positive changes in your life? I offer online therapy sessions for adults and teens. I often help my clients reshape the thought patterns…
Dr. Chantal Van Wely
MD · Portland, OR
As a psychiatrist (MD), I offer medication management for people experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, psychosis, schizophrenia, and more. I work with…
Dr. Christopher Galbick
DO · Eugene, OR
As a board-certified psychiatrist (DO), I offer medication management for people experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, psychosis, schizophrenia, and…
MELANIE EATON
LCSW · PORTLAND, OR
Licensed in Oregon and Washington - 19 years experience Therapy with me isn’t just talking about what’s happening. We slow things down, take a breath and work directly with the…
Haley Presnell
LCSW · Beaverton, OR
Hi, I’m Haley Presnell (she/her) — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in supporting people through chronic stress, burnout, and trauma. I provide telehealth…
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