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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Photo of Gary Conachan, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional

Gary Conachan

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2512 Southeast 25th Avenue, Suite 206, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
(503) 543-1994
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As an ex-evangelical queer person, I am passionate about partnering with LGBTQIA+ adults to help them live authentic and fulfilling sexual, relational, and spiritual lives through sex and relationship therapy. Client issues include but are not limited to navigating non-affirming relationships, sexual concerns and "dysfunctions," and breakdowns in communication or values conflicts. I collaborate with my clients to increase self-understanding, foster agency, clarify self-defined values, build communication skills, increase emotional well-being in relationships, heal from religious trauma, and explore spirituality.
My approach is shaped by Internal Family Systems or parts work. I have received multicultural training through the National Board of Certified Counselors Minority Fellowship Program. Additionally, I have actively pursued my own learning on topics such as consensual non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, and sex work.
We will work to unlearn harmful narratives, patterns, and behaviors that make you or your partner(s) stuck and learn those that are empowering, enriching, and life-giving. We will seek to heal and integrate wounded parts, build upon existing strengths in one's self and relationship(s), and increase communal support to create long-lasting change.
Call or Gary Conachan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (503) 543-1994

My Practice at a Glance

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Portland Queer Healers Collective

2512 Southeast 25th Avenue

Suite 206

Portland, OR 97202

(503) 543-1994
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth, in-person in SE Portland, and I'm available Sunday through Wednesday during typical business hours.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Faith Deconstruction & Reconstruction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
A quick hello and potential next steps
Gary Conachan
Let's Connect (503) 543-1994
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My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Portland Queer Healers Collective

2512 Southeast 25th Avenue

Suite 206

Portland, OR 97202

(503) 543-1994
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth, in-person in SE Portland, and I'm available Sunday through Wednesday during typical business hours.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Faith Deconstruction & Reconstruction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
A quick hello and potential next steps
Gary Conachan

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
  • Out of Network
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Cash pay clients pay via credit card, which is collected and saved on file at the start of the first session. For clients with Oregon Health Plan, I am happy to file claims on your behalf. For clients with other insurances, I can provide superbills for out-of-network benefits that you self-submit.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
"
Cash pay clients pay via credit card, which is collected and saved on file at the start of the first session. For clients with Oregon Health Plan, I am happy to file claims on your behalf. For clients with other insurances, I can provide superbills for out-of-network benefits that you self-submit.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Sofia Jasani (Oregon / C7399) Gary Conachan
  • In Practice for 1 Year
  • Membership with American Counseling Association (ACA) 6642067 / 2022
  • Membership with American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) 1428407 / 2023
  • Attended Portland State University, Master of Science, Graduated 2023
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I have been seeing clients as a therapist since the fall of 2021. I previously worked as an educator for three years and have worked with folks of all ages, nationalities, and disabilities. I have lived in two countries outside of the U.S. to learn about and engage in community development.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
"
I have been seeing clients as a therapist since the fall of 2021. I previously worked as an educator for three years and have worked with folks of all ages, nationalities, and disabilities. I have lived in two countries outside of the U.S. to learn about and engage in community development.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Faith Deconstruction & Reconstruction

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender-Affirming Care Letters
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Transgender
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My clients are typically navigating emotional regulation, identity and self-esteem, mental health symptoms and diagnoses, and/or relationship concerns. We co-create goals for treatment and your treatment plan is solidified within three sessions. Periodically, we check in about treatment and modify your plan as needed. Clients typically report improved mental health right away and as time goes on.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
"
My clients are typically navigating emotional regulation, identity and self-esteem, mental health symptoms and diagnoses, and/or relationship concerns. We co-create goals for treatment and your treatment plan is solidified within three sessions. Periodically, we check in about treatment and modify your plan as needed. Clients typically report improved mental health right away and as time goes on.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
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My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems or parts work. In sessions, we'll focus on parts having the greatest impact, seek to get to know them better, and help them heal relationally. We'll explore your past as needed. And as a feminist and client-centered therapist, I will share my own reactions, identities, and why I do what I do so you are informed and our work is collaborative.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
Photo of Gary Conachan, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional
Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
"
My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems or parts work. In sessions, we'll focus on parts having the greatest impact, seek to get to know them better, and help them heal relationally. We'll explore your past as needed. And as a feminist and client-centered therapist, I will share my own reactions, identities, and why I do what I do so you are informed and our work is collaborative.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 543-1994
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Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS

Location

Primary Location

Portland Queer Healers Collective

2512 Southeast 25th Avenue

Suite 206

Portland, OR 97202

(503) 543-1994

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer therapy sessions via telehealth, in-person in SE Portland, and I'm available Sunday through Wednesday during typical business hours.
Call for a free consultation now - (503) 543-1994
Photo of Gary Conachan, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional
Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
"
I offer therapy sessions via telehealth, in-person in SE Portland, and I'm available Sunday through Wednesday during typical business hours.
Call for a free consultation now - (503) 543-1994
Photo of Gary Conachan, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional
Gary Conachan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS