Autistic Centered Therapy. Sex Positive Therapy. Therapists in Oregon
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Tirzah Jacob
LPC · Portland, OR
With 26 years of experience, I've learned that people are incredibly resilient, and that there are many ways to help. I bring a flexible, personalized approach to therapy that…
Alexander Counseling Center
LPC · Medford, OR
RuthAnne Alexander, LPC, is the founder and clinical director of Alexander Counseling Center, a trauma-informed group practice serving clients throughout Oregon. She oversees a…
Central Oregon Family Therapy
LPC, LMFT · Redmond, OR
I enjoy working with children, teens, and their families to achieve their goals. I enjoy working with families to support healthier and happier relationships. I believe in finding…
Lisa Sciarani
LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C · Portland, OR
You're the picture of well-roundedness—you're a straight A student, driven professional, athlete, and/or new parent. You’ve solved problems by gritting your teeth, bottling…
Elizabeth Knutsen
LCSW · Portland, OR
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I work with individuals who are interested in building a deeper level of understanding of limiting beliefs held about themselves and the world that…
BCBTherapy
LPC · Bend, OR
Update: Our Bend Practice is taking new clients. Our Boise Practice is NOT taking new clients. We offer Individual and Group counseling. We specialize in stress, anxiety,…
Sarah Bord
MA, LPC, CADC I · Portland, OR
I work with clients struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, lgbtqia2s+ issues, burnout, compassion fatigue, and sociopolitical/economical issues,…
Grace Mavromatis
LCSW · Portland, OR
I’m an EMDR therapist in Oregon working with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, and high sensitivity. Are you in your 20s or 30s feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by…
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