1.Shannon La Douce, PMHNPVerified
(971) 202-1122
Portland, OR 97218
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression
psychologytoday.com/profile/1223836 · orcounselors.com/provider/shannon-la-douce-portland
Specialties
Relationship Issues Therapists in Oregon
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.
Relationship Issues also matches related terms: Relationship Counseling, Relationship Problems. Results below include all of them.
RelatedCodependency (117)Marriage Counseling (93)Infidelity (46)Family Conflict (29)Couples (3)Relationship Counseling (1)Relationship Problems (1)
Oregon Counselor Directory lists hundreds of therapists listed on Oregon Counselors 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. Many offer telehealth, many accept Oregon Health Plan, many offer sliding-scale fees. 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.
263providers listed
Licensed& verified
Telehealthoptions
OHP & insuranceaccepted
Refine
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Video Introductions
Meet these providers before you reach out.
Related Articles
From Oregon providers writing about this topic.
Therapy and Medication for ADHD Are Different Kinds of Help
I am not a prescriber. I do not recommend medications or comment on what anyone should take. What I can do is explain how the two kinds of help differ, because people are often choosing between them without being told they are not the same thing.
Can a Teenager in Oregon Start Therapy Without a Parent's Permission?
In Oregon, a 14-year-old can consent to their own outpatient mental health treatment. That surprises most parents and most teenagers. Here is what the law actually says and how I work with it in practice.
Autism Assessment in Eugene: What I Do and Don't Provide
If you came looking for an autism evaluation, I want to answer that in the first sentence rather than the last. I do not provide one. Here is what I can do instead, and where assessment actually comes from.
Welcome to iFinish Strong Enrichment Center
Welcome to iFinish Strong Enrichment Center, where we believe that understanding your mental health can be an important step toward healing, growth, and living well. I’m Dr. Sandra Stubbs, and I invite you to visit us at ifscounseling.net. Our website is a great place to learn more about who we…
ADHD vs Anxiety in Women: How to Tell the Difference (and Why It Matters)
If you’re constantly overwhelmed, overthinking, or struggling to focus, you might wonder: Is this anxiety – or could it be ADHD? For many women, the answer is surprising. ADHD in women is frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety, leading to years of frustration and treatment that only partially helps. Understanding the difference…
When Antidepressants Fail, Portland Patients Turn to TMS for Advanced Depression Relief
Over the past several years, conversations about mental health have become more common across Oregon. As more people speak up about struggling with mental health issues, the stigma surrounding mental health conditions like depression has shown signs of receding in Oregon. More people are seeking help, employers are expanding mental…
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this coverage in Oregon.
How many Oregon therapists specialize in relationship issues?
As of April 2026, there are hundreds of therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specializing in relationship issues, offering guidance for couples and families to improve their interactions and resolve conflicts.
Do Oregon therapists specializing in relationship issues accept OHP/Oregon Health Plan?
Yes, many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specializing in relationship issues in Oregon accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), providing accessible and affordable therapy options to Medicaid-eligible individuals.
Is telehealth available for relationship issues in Oregon?
Yes, as of April 2026, many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specializing in relationship issues in Oregon offer telehealth sessions, allowing clients to receive support from the comfort of their homes.
Do Oregon therapists specializing in relationship issues offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specializing in relationship issues offer sliding scale fees, which can make therapy more affordable for clients with varying income levels.
Should I do individual therapy or couples therapy first?
It depends on the issue. If you're both willing and the relationship is the central pain — communication, conflict, distance, sex — couples therapy is usually the right entry. If the issue is one partner's depression, anxiety, trauma, or addiction making the relationship hard, individual therapy first (often paired with later couples work) tends to be more effective. If there's abuse, coercive control, or active addiction without recovery, individual therapy is the safer starting point. Many Oregon therapists will help you sort which path fits in a 15-minute consult.
What is attachment style and is it real?
Attachment theory is one of the most empirically supported frameworks in psychology — it grew out of John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth's mid-century research on infant-caregiver bonds and has been validated across dozens of cultures and decades of follow-up studies. The four adult attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganized) describe predictable patterns of how you seek connection, handle conflict, and respond to threat in close relationships. Pop-psych accounts oversimplify, but the core science is sound — and attachment styles can shift toward security with the right therapeutic work.
I keep ending up with the same kind of partner. Is that fixable?
Yes — and it's one of the most common reasons people seek individual therapy in Oregon. The pattern usually has roots: an attachment template formed early, a specific need that wasn't met, an unconscious attempt to repair the original wound through a similar partner. Therapy that combines attachment work, IFS, and sometimes EMDR for the high-charge formative memories tends to break the loop. People notice the shift first in who they're attracted to (less intensity around unavailable partners) and second in what feels like a viable match.
Oregon Counselors Directory lists hundreds of therapists specializing in relationship issues across the state. These providers offer various approaches to help couples and families navigate their challenges. A significant many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors provide telehealth sessions, enabling residents from diverse regions of Oregon to access support remotely. Of these, many accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), offering affordable therapy options to eligible Medicaid recipients. Additionally, many therapists offer sliding scale fees, accommodating clients with varying income levels. 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.