1.Laura Birchard MA LPC Depth Psychotherapy, MA, LPC, CADCIVerified
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Psychodynamic Therapists in Oregon
Psychodynamic therapy explores how unconscious patterns and past experiences shape your current thoughts and behaviors. Oregon psychodynamic therapists help you gain deeper self-awareness and make lasting changes.
Psychodynamic also matches related terms: Contemporary Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Results below include all of them.
RelatedAttachment-based (154)Relational (136)Psychoanalytic (22)Jungian (20)Contemporary Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (2)
As of April 2026, many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specialize in Psychodynamic therapy. This approach, rooted in understanding unconscious processes, is offered by a diverse set of providers. Of these, many therapists provide telehealth sessions, facilitating access to care across Oregon's urban and rural regions. Several providers accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), which can make therapy more affordable. Many therapists offer sliding scale fees, catering to a wider range of incomes. In addition to telehealth, many providers offer in-person sessions, ensuring multiple options for clients.
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You hold a unique process of transformation within. Yet becoming your authentic self in the world can be deeply challenging. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by something you can’t quite name…
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Psychodynamic — key facts & evidence
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APA's Clinical Practice Guideline lists psychodynamic therapy among recommended psychotherapies, stating it is recommended for the treatment of depression in adults.
Source: American Psychological Association - Clinical Practice Guideline for Depression in AdultsReviewing the evidence, APA reports psychodynamic therapy's benefits are at least as large as those of other psychotherapies and that they last, with effect sizes trending larger at follow-up after therapy ends.
Source: American Psychological Association (news release on Shedler 2010, American Psychologist) (2010)A Cochrane review found short-term psychodynamic psychotherapies produce modest to large gains for a wide variety of people, with significantly greater improvement than control groups in the short and medium term.
Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (Abbass et al.) (2014)In that Cochrane review, treatment effect sizes were generally larger at long-term follow-up than at short-term across depression, anxiety, somatic, social and interpersonal measures (some not reaching significance).
Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (Abbass et al.) (2014)In trials Cochrane analyzed, short-term psychodynamic therapy was defined as 40 or fewer sessions, with a typical within-study mean of 12 to 24 weekly sessions (range four to 40).
Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (Abbass et al.) (2014)Per StatPearls, traditional psychodynamic therapy typically requires years of treatment while short-term forms use fewer sessions; it is used for depression, anxiety, and some personality disorders.
Source: StatPearls (NCBI Bookshelf) - Psychodynamic TherapyFrequently asked questions
Common questions about this coverage in Oregon.
How many Oregon therapists specialize in Psychodynamic therapy?
As of April 2026, there are many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specializing in Psychodynamic therapy according to Oregon Counselor Directory. This number includes both telehealth and in-person providers, offering a range of options for clients across the state.
Do Oregon Psychodynamic therapists accept OHP / Oregon Health Plan?
Yes, several Psychodynamic therapists listed on Oregon Counselors accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) as of April 2026. This can significantly reduce the cost of therapy for eligible individuals, making this specialized approach more accessible.
Is telehealth available for Psychodynamic therapy in Oregon?
Yes, telehealth is available for Psychodynamic therapy in Oregon. As of April 2026, many Psychodynamic therapists listed on Oregon Counselors offer telehealth services, allowing clients to receive therapy from the comfort of their own homes across the state.
Do Oregon Psychodynamic therapists offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, many Psychodynamic therapists listed on Oregon Counselors offer sliding scale fees as of April 2026. This can help make therapy more affordable for clients whose income does not allow for full fee payment, broadening access to this specialized therapy approach.
Many therapists listed on Oregon Counselors specialize in Psychodynamic therapy. This approach, rooted in understanding unconscious processes, is offered by a diverse set of providers. Of these, many therapists provide telehealth sessions, facilitating access to care across Oregon's urban and rural regions. Several providers accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), which can make therapy more affordable. Many therapists offer sliding scale fees, catering to a wider range of incomes. In addition to telehealth, many providers offer in-person sessions, ensuring multiple options for clients.