Relationship Issues Therapists in Oregon
30 providers found
Whether you are navigating dating, dealing with relationship conflict, or processing a breakup, Oregon relationship therapists help you understand patterns, improve communication, and build healthier connections.
Oregon Counselor Directory lists 30 therapists who specialize in relationship issues as of April 2026 — couples in distress, attachment-based individual work for people who keep landing in similar patterns, navigating breakups and divorces, family-of-origin work, friendship and workplace relational struggles, and ethical non-monogamy or open relationships. 128 offer telehealth, 39 accept Oregon Health Plan, 51 offer sliding-scale fees, and 151 are currently accepting new clients. Common evidence-based approaches: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) — the most-researched couples modality — Gottman Method, Imago, Internal Family Systems for the inner work that drives outer patterns, attachment-based individual therapy, and Discernment Counseling for couples who aren't sure whether to commit to repair or end. Whether you're working on a relationship or working on yourself within one, the directory's relationship specialists can help.
Maegan Mexicotte
LPC · Eugene, OR
Life can be hard, and so can reaching out for help. I am here to support you in a direct, compassionate way that honors your autonomy and ability to direct your own life. My goal…
Joanna Poague
LCSW · Ashland, OR
Maybe you're stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, losing yourself in taking care of others, or numbing out just to get through the day? You might be carrying trauma, battling…
Patrick Petrie
LPC · Portland, OR
Codie Wilson
LPC · Springfield, OR
I strive to create a warm and welcoming space for you to grow and heal. I believe that counseling can help you find strength and empowerment, stability, meaning and connection in…
Genny Behar
PCA · Tilamook, OR
I believe deeply that each of us is worthy and capable of creating a life that is intentional and authentically our own. My philosophy integrates Feminist, Emotion-Focused, and…
Lori Wilson
LCSW, MSW, MAC, CADCIII · Eugene, OR
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this coverage in Oregon.
How many Oregon therapists specialize in relationship issues?
Do Oregon therapists specializing in relationship issues accept OHP/Oregon Health Plan?
Is telehealth available for relationship issues in Oregon?
Do Oregon therapists specializing in relationship issues offer sliding scale fees?
Are Oregon therapists specializing in relationship issues accepting new clients?
Should I do individual therapy or couples therapy first?
What is attachment style and is it real?
I keep ending up with the same kind of partner. Is that fixable?
As of April 2026, Oregon Counselor Directory lists 30 therapists specializing in relationship issues across the state. These providers offer various approaches to help couples and families navigate their challenges. A significant 128 of these therapists provide telehealth sessions, enabling residents from diverse regions of Oregon to access support remotely. Of these, 39 accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), offering affordable therapy options to eligible Medicaid recipients. Additionally, 60 therapists offer sliding scale fees, accommodating clients with varying income levels. Currently, 118 providers are open to accepting new clients, and 96 offer in-person sessions. Therapists may utilize evidence-based methods such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), or Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to address relationship issues.