religious trauma/harm Therapists in Oregon
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Still Waters Counseling Services LLC
MA, LMFT · Hillsboro, OR
At Still Waters Counseling, we help individuals and families find clarity, balance, and peace. Our services support trauma, grief, chronic illness, first responders, and…
Shelby Hale`
MA, QMHP, LPC · Ashland, OR
You're looking for a therapist! This is an exciting (and maybe slightly daunting) step in your growth and healing. By exploring this option for yourself, you’re moving closer…
Xander Knox
MS, Registered Associate Counselor · Medford, OR
Like plants striving to grow in the harshest of environments, I have an earnest faith in the ability of all human beings to reach towards healing. This is expressed in my capacity…
Payam Ghassemlou
MFT, SEP, Ph.D. · Portland, OR
I began my practice over 30 years ago, driven by a deep commitment to supporting the gay and queer community through the AIDS crisis, homophobia, and the challenges of coming out.…
James Hare
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, QMHP, MAC, CADCIII · Eugene, OR
I feel deeply honored to walk alongside individuals from all backgrounds as they navigate challenges such as , relational anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship stress, and…
April Oliver
MS · Eugene, OR
I serve adults via telehealth that live in Oregon or Washington State. I utilize IFS, DBT, and SFBT. I am accepting new clients for sessions on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. My…
Ashley Scott
PsyD · Salem, OR
I offer in-person psychotherapy sessions in Salem, OR, and can offer telehealth appointments in the state of Oregon. My guiding belief is that symptoms have meaning, and that the…
Kenji Kihara Hammon
MSW, LCSW · Portland, OR
I have learned from the best Social Work program in the country that our therapeutic alliance is the most important determinant of success for you. As a practitioner, the most…
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