Therapists in Curry County, OR
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Costa Clinical Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brookings, OR 97415 (Online Only)
Welcome and thanks for exploring my profile. As of July 5th, 2022 I will be doing telehealth only. I am a Cognitive Behavior Therapist that encourages you to think about what you are thinking about. Our thoughts can lead us down many paths, some we would prefer to change. Let's get together and talk about what thoughts are tripping you up and preventing you from reaching your personal goals. I work with adults, Veterans, and persons receiving Medicare and Medicaid, OHP and many comercial insurances.
Welcome and thanks for exploring my profile. As of July 5th, 2022 I will be doing telehealth only. I am a Cognitive Behavior Therapist that encourages you to think about what you are thinking about. Our thoughts can lead us down many paths, some we would prefer to change. Let's get together and talk about what thoughts are tripping you up and preventing you from reaching your personal goals. I work with adults, Veterans, and persons receiving Medicare and Medicaid, OHP and many comercial insurances.
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Serein Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC-A's, CMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brookings, OR 97415
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who initiate mental health services to address various concerns such as: developmental, emotional, existential, and motivational to promote personal growth toward more profound meaning and well-being. I have experience working with adults who are on the autism spectrum or suspect they may be neurodivergent. I offer counseling and advocacy for individuals who are neurodiverse. We decide upon goals as a team.
I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who initiate mental health services to address various concerns such as: developmental, emotional, existential, and motivational to promote personal growth toward more profound meaning and well-being. I have experience working with adults who are on the autism spectrum or suspect they may be neurodivergent. I offer counseling and advocacy for individuals who are neurodiverse. We decide upon goals as a team.
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Dr. Jinxi Caddel
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Brookings, OR 97415 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I provide a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space to help you to explore your past, celebrate your strengths, and work toward your future. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, self-esteem, phobias, self-criticism, BPD/personality disorders, overwhelming life transitions, grief, creative block, academic or career burnout, stress management, and other struggles. I have specialized training in both ADHD and Autism and am a Certified ADHD Specialist (ADHD-CCSP) and a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (CASDCS).
I provide a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space to help you to explore your past, celebrate your strengths, and work toward your future. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, self-esteem, phobias, self-criticism, BPD/personality disorders, overwhelming life transitions, grief, creative block, academic or career burnout, stress management, and other struggles. I have specialized training in both ADHD and Autism and am a Certified ADHD Specialist (ADHD-CCSP) and a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (CASDCS).
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Is it time to dive int the most tender places in yourself, your family, your world? Want to make way for peace inside and out and find your own definition of success? Want to stop participating in the madness and become part of the change that's needed in these times? Do you sometimes wonder if your anxiety, depression, fear, griefs are all yours? Maybe I can help. I believe we are all a bit crazy and that most of what ails us is the result of being part of a collectively crazy culture and a dying paradigm of consumer culture, patriarchy and war. There is still beauty, possibility and hope-I can help you remember this.
Is it time to dive int the most tender places in yourself, your family, your world? Want to make way for peace inside and out and find your own definition of success? Want to stop participating in the madness and become part of the change that's needed in these times? Do you sometimes wonder if your anxiety, depression, fear, griefs are all yours? Maybe I can help. I believe we are all a bit crazy and that most of what ails us is the result of being part of a collectively crazy culture and a dying paradigm of consumer culture, patriarchy and war. There is still beauty, possibility and hope-I can help you remember this.
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I have a safe compassionate healing environment with you in mind. With over 20 years experience, I provide a sacred place to confidentially explore whatever you may need to. I will help you overcome the bonds that hold you back from your goals and from fully enjoying life. I believe in an inherently miraculous and powerful inner self. With cutting edge counseling services that keep you in charge, we will move forward together to overcome whatever challenges you struggle with. From mindfulness to hypnosis, practical (cognitive behavioral) and compassionate exploration, for brief or longer terms, together we will overcome.
I have a safe compassionate healing environment with you in mind. With over 20 years experience, I provide a sacred place to confidentially explore whatever you may need to. I will help you overcome the bonds that hold you back from your goals and from fully enjoying life. I believe in an inherently miraculous and powerful inner self. With cutting edge counseling services that keep you in charge, we will move forward together to overcome whatever challenges you struggle with. From mindfulness to hypnosis, practical (cognitive behavioral) and compassionate exploration, for brief or longer terms, together we will overcome.
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Dr. Jana Lynn Rivers-Norton
Professional Counselor Associate, PhD, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Brookings, OR 97415
Not accepting new clients
I am here to accompany you on your journey toward healing, to stand with you as you explore and work through any challenges or difficulties you may face. I offer a compassionate person-centered approach to help promote resiliency, personal growth, and empowerment. I am here to listen to your concerns, to provide support tailored to your personal life circumstances and to help you reach your goals within a caring and attentive environment.
I am here to accompany you on your journey toward healing, to stand with you as you explore and work through any challenges or difficulties you may face. I offer a compassionate person-centered approach to help promote resiliency, personal growth, and empowerment. I am here to listen to your concerns, to provide support tailored to your personal life circumstances and to help you reach your goals within a caring and attentive environment.
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Wondering what you can expect? I’ll inquire, listen and help you unpack your what’s going on in your life, what works, what doesn’t and the why. Examine and map out where the patterns are (obvious and hidden); identify what keeps you stuck and support you in making the necessary creative steps to get your life and your relationships working much better. I listen empathically and am also very, some say disarmingly, honest. You deserve both.
Wondering what you can expect? I’ll inquire, listen and help you unpack your what’s going on in your life, what works, what doesn’t and the why. Examine and map out where the patterns are (obvious and hidden); identify what keeps you stuck and support you in making the necessary creative steps to get your life and your relationships working much better. I listen empathically and am also very, some say disarmingly, honest. You deserve both.
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True Course Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Port Orford, OR 97465
Serving Oregon, Missouri and Kansas. True Course Counseling provides individual, couples and family counseling. We know that life is full of unpredictability, changes and transitions. We understand the importance of connection and how life is experienced when we are not connected. Our dedicated therapists treat a range of issues including anxiety, depression. relationships, sexuality and trauma. We are here to walk with you as you find your life's next Course.
Serving Oregon, Missouri and Kansas. True Course Counseling provides individual, couples and family counseling. We know that life is full of unpredictability, changes and transitions. We understand the importance of connection and how life is experienced when we are not connected. Our dedicated therapists treat a range of issues including anxiety, depression. relationships, sexuality and trauma. We are here to walk with you as you find your life's next Course.
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Megan has a wide range of experience working with individuals of all ages and stages to help them better understand themselves and navigate major life changes and events. She also works with individuals to help manage long-term mental health symptoms and diagnoses. Megan works with clients as individuals to develop a treatment plan centering around their needs and priorities. She uses a trauma informed approach with all clients and her office is a safe and affirming space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Megan has a wide range of experience working with individuals of all ages and stages to help them better understand themselves and navigate major life changes and events. She also works with individuals to help manage long-term mental health symptoms and diagnoses. Megan works with clients as individuals to develop a treatment plan centering around their needs and priorities. She uses a trauma informed approach with all clients and her office is a safe and affirming space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Autumn Doshier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookings, OR 97415
I provide counseling for a wide-range of challenges including: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, gender and sexuality, self esteem/self worth and relationship issues. I am a relational counselor and prioritize collaboration and empowerment in my work with my clients. Additionally, I often work with those who have been impacted by trauma and I have specialized training in trauma-specific models of care (ie. brainspotting and other somatic resourcing models), for both acute and longer-term recovery supports. I embrace a social justice/anti-oppressive framework that values equity and inclusion in the therapeutic process.
I provide counseling for a wide-range of challenges including: anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, gender and sexuality, self esteem/self worth and relationship issues. I am a relational counselor and prioritize collaboration and empowerment in my work with my clients. Additionally, I often work with those who have been impacted by trauma and I have specialized training in trauma-specific models of care (ie. brainspotting and other somatic resourcing models), for both acute and longer-term recovery supports. I embrace a social justice/anti-oppressive framework that values equity and inclusion in the therapeutic process.
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Crysta Durrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookings, OR 97415
You can’t take it anymore. You feel yourself both falling apart inside, freaking out, and then shutting down. You try to live your daily life, but the issues of everyday life trigger memories, leaving you feeling emotionally flooded and agitated. You don’t want to continue the pain of the past into your future, but you find yourself having reactions out of proportion to what is happening. It feels unbearable. You want to be sure the people you love are protected and nurtured unlike how you felt growing up. You worry all the time and you feel paralyzed, as though nothing you do or try matters or makes a difference.
You can’t take it anymore. You feel yourself both falling apart inside, freaking out, and then shutting down. You try to live your daily life, but the issues of everyday life trigger memories, leaving you feeling emotionally flooded and agitated. You don’t want to continue the pain of the past into your future, but you find yourself having reactions out of proportion to what is happening. It feels unbearable. You want to be sure the people you love are protected and nurtured unlike how you felt growing up. You worry all the time and you feel paralyzed, as though nothing you do or try matters or makes a difference.
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Lori Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MAC, CADCIII
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookings, OR 97415
Accepting new clients. Feeling anxious, sad, lost, afraid, confused? Grappling with inner conflict, self image, compulsive behaviors, intrusive memories, change, loss? I am a psychotherapist with a breadth of work and lived experience working with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, loss, stress-related symptoms, communication problems, relationship difficulties, professional challenges, gambling and other process addictions, substance abuse, trauma, life transitions and more. I see my role as a therapist as a sacred privilege to journey along side of a person toward true and lasting change
Accepting new clients. Feeling anxious, sad, lost, afraid, confused? Grappling with inner conflict, self image, compulsive behaviors, intrusive memories, change, loss? I am a psychotherapist with a breadth of work and lived experience working with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, loss, stress-related symptoms, communication problems, relationship difficulties, professional challenges, gambling and other process addictions, substance abuse, trauma, life transitions and more. I see my role as a therapist as a sacred privilege to journey along side of a person toward true and lasting change
Online Therapists
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We are currently accepting new clients. We promise to return all calls and emails, and if FourEight isn't the right fit for your needs, we help you identify a care approach that does, free of charge. We strive to be your partner on the path to wellness!
We are currently accepting new clients. We promise to return all calls and emails, and if FourEight isn't the right fit for your needs, we help you identify a care approach that does, free of charge. We strive to be your partner on the path to wellness!
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Have you ever noticed a pattern of behavior that feels rooted in something deeper than you could identify? Fueled by a rich background of social work, teaching, and therapy, I've developed a profound passion for helping people find the "roots" of their difficulties and joining them to make life-changing realizations about themselves and their world.
Have you ever noticed a pattern of behavior that feels rooted in something deeper than you could identify? Fueled by a rich background of social work, teaching, and therapy, I've developed a profound passion for helping people find the "roots" of their difficulties and joining them to make life-changing realizations about themselves and their world.
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Rand Hunt, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseburg, OR 97471
I am here to help, dedicated to your happiness and peace of mind. My first concern is you, not money. You have the abilities you need to live happy but sometimes life gets in the way. Together we can cultivate your own skills to live your life your way.
I am here to help, dedicated to your happiness and peace of mind. My first concern is you, not money. You have the abilities you need to live happy but sometimes life gets in the way. Together we can cultivate your own skills to live your life your way.
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Nicole Pilgrim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashland, OR 97520 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Humans are capable of accomplishing amazing feats. We all struggle with challenges, many of which present an awesome opportunity for adaptation, introspection, and growth. It is natural to seek support and counsel to navigate these challenges. I am honored to partner with clients in achieving their goals for unearthing new clarity, learning new coping tools, healing past hurts, and generally feeling better. Much of my experience comes from working with grief, chronic illness, chronic pain, dementia, depression, anxiety and life transitions such as death, birth, and divorce.
Humans are capable of accomplishing amazing feats. We all struggle with challenges, many of which present an awesome opportunity for adaptation, introspection, and growth. It is natural to seek support and counsel to navigate these challenges. I am honored to partner with clients in achieving their goals for unearthing new clarity, learning new coping tools, healing past hurts, and generally feeling better. Much of my experience comes from working with grief, chronic illness, chronic pain, dementia, depression, anxiety and life transitions such as death, birth, and divorce.
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Marjorie Beck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I combine somatic awareness, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and a creative approach to trauma healing which allows for deep embodied change. I am passionate about offering integrative techniques that will illuminate the deeper underpinnings of the issues that you struggle with. I bring a soft, yet powerful, presence to my work, focusing on the relational container of therapy and offering attunement from my system to yours. Together, side by side, we will uncover ways to move toward your goals while maintaining a specific focus on returning to the Self. Without meeting you, I already believe in you and the changes you want to make!
I combine somatic awareness, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and a creative approach to trauma healing which allows for deep embodied change. I am passionate about offering integrative techniques that will illuminate the deeper underpinnings of the issues that you struggle with. I bring a soft, yet powerful, presence to my work, focusing on the relational container of therapy and offering attunement from my system to yours. Together, side by side, we will uncover ways to move toward your goals while maintaining a specific focus on returning to the Self. Without meeting you, I already believe in you and the changes you want to make!
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At Quality Counseling Services we offer individual and family counseling for every sort of issue that you and your loved ones are dealing with. Our goal is to provide a space for you and/or your family to work through difficulties in a manner that brings insight and resolution.
At Quality Counseling Services we offer individual and family counseling for every sort of issue that you and your loved ones are dealing with. Our goal is to provide a space for you and/or your family to work through difficulties in a manner that brings insight and resolution.
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I'm here to support you in discovering who you want to be and how to get there.
I'm here to support you in discovering who you want to be and how to get there.
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Are you going through a difficult time in your life? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stressed out, anxious or depressed? Does it feel like no one is listening or others are judging you? I will give you a safe place. I will listen to you. I will provide you with new tools and coping strategies. We will collaborate together to achieve your goals, making positive changes!
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stressed out, anxious or depressed? Does it feel like no one is listening or others are judging you? I will give you a safe place. I will listen to you. I will provide you with new tools and coping strategies. We will collaborate together to achieve your goals, making positive changes!
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Curry County, OR
10+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Curry County, OR who prioritize treating:
83% | Anxiety |
83% | Trauma and PTSD |
75% | Depression |
75% | Grief |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Self Esteem |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Other |
60% | Oregon Health Plan (OHP) |
50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Curry County, OR see their clients
84% | In Person and Online | |
16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
20% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Curry County?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.