Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Multnomah County, OR

I am motivated to help individuals gain insight into their own story and reach their full potential. Understanding what you are thinking, feelings, and experiencing is the first step to untangling pain and confusion. I want to create a safe place to explore these aspects and facilitate increased self-compassion. I focus on increasing awareness as well as exploring coping skills to decrease any avoidable suffering and help increase healing and resiliency for unavoidable stress and pain.

After 25+ years of providing counseling I find my philosophy has grown simpler and more to the point. Successful counseling is built on a positive and trusting relationship, much as successful living is dependent on trusting, healthy relationships. I bring a broad array of treatment tools to my work including gestalt, object relations and psychodynamic theory. Most importantly I bring myself; my heart, my humor, my understanding, knowledge and years of experience. I work with adults and children, couples and groups(this includes families).

We all experience emotional pain at times. It arises when we are lacking safety, security, support or a sense that we have the ability to live the life we desire. Sometimes this is short-lived, other times it is significant and has a lasting impact on us, leaving us feeling stuck and triggered no matter what we do. If this is your case, maybe I can help. I have over 16 years experience in evidenced-based, trauma-informed therapies that help treat issues like PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and stress. My goal is to address the root issue so that your time spent in therapy is most transformative and beneficial.

Are you finding yourself struggling to handle life's challenges more and more lately? You are not alone. We are living in unprecedented times that have intensified previously manageable challenges, or brought new ones into our lives. I am here to help you navigate your journey to mental health wellness. Whether it be from coping with anxiety or depression, to strengthening coping skills in general, this journey is about you. As such I am committed to providing you a safe space that is free of all judgement.

I am a queer therapist offering individual therapy, with an emphasis on Queer, kink, poly, sex, and body positivity to support a deeper connection to the empowerment, community, and home within yourself. I am passionate about utilizing harm reduction and social justice in understanding and supporting clients who experience marginalization, individual and intergenerational trauma; the collective experiences of deep suffering that can also be a pathway to joy.

I welcome all walks of life in my practice—come as you are. Regardless of the specific issues you face, I'm confident that I can assist you. I integrate the wisdom of history's greatest thinkers with contemporary mental health research, offering a therapeutic partnership that is both mentally enriching and emotionally supportive. My aim is for us to develop a practical philosophy of life for you, tailored to aid you in the navigation of your experiences and challenges.

My work with people focuses on meeting you where you are. First time in therapy? No problem, let's take it slow and figure out what you want to get out of this experience. A seasoned therapy pro? Let's talk about your past therapy experiences and go from there. Where ever you land on the therapy experience spectrum, you are welcome here and I look forward to working with you! The over arching goal of my work with clients is for you to align and connect with who you are and how you want to live. Sometimes that is really easy to identify, but it can also be tremendously overwhelming. Come as you are and leave who you want to be!

I have been providing therapy to women and men and facilitating men's groups for over 30 years. I have extensive experience in helping people overcome depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and heal from childhood or domestic abuse. My approach is collaborative. I listen and understand my clients' perspective of the problem and potential solutions, while providing input based on my professional training and experience. I believe that the chances of making positive changes are enhanced by a combination of support, recognizing and utilizing one's strengths, and being challenged to try new approaches.

Life is a rich and beautiful opportunity for growth, yet sometimes everything seems overwhelming and it's hard to find a way forward. How do we balance relationships, work, and our own wellbeing when our mind is racing and emotions overpower us?

Psychotherapy, when undertaken with a trusted professional, can aid in understanding and resolving distressing symptoms, processing and integrating traumatic experience, and improving and deepening your relationships. I work with adults and couples to develop novel, nuanced understandings of symptoms and patterns in their lives to effect lasting change.

The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. -Nelson Mandela. Sometimes we really want growth, change and/or to just feel better, but the fear of change is real. Men, in particular men of color, find seeking help as a sign of weakness. One of the bravest things you could ever do and the rewards are limitless when you face this challenge. If you are up for the challenge, I am ready to assist!

I have had a great deal of experience working with very different people from very different backgrounds, and I truly enjoy getting to know and work with people of all types. I currently work with adults suffering from mental illness, and I am very comfortable helping others through their unique symptoms of Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder (I & II), as well as other conditions. However, I also have extensive experience assisting people in simply moving towards their goals, improving their responses to (internal and external) conflict and building self-esteem to move forward in life.

In working together, my goal is to create an environment in which you feel free and safe to explore your own psychological landscape- your fears, desires, dreams, beliefs, etc, and in so doing, develop a greater understanding of yourself. I can assist you in identifying any behavior patterns that no longer serve you and collaborate with you on strategies for change.

I specialize in working with teens and Generation Z adults using a range of therapeutic interventions. My preferred age range is 16 - 30. My work with clients has involved treating mood disorders and addressing identity concerns. My clients have been new to counseling or have returned to therapy, and are motivated to move forward. Over the years, I have worked with clients to address anxiety, binge eating, depression, gender dysphoria, sexuality, self-harm, and stress.

Growing up in a dysfunctional family, being in a toxic or abusive relationship, or experiencing the horrors of a traumatic event can set you on a collision course with daily triggers to anger, sadness, overwhelm, panic, or dissociation. Maybe you notice your reactions in your relationships are causing harm, and you regularly experience the dreaded “shame spiral.” You minimize your pain, or others regularly do. If this is you, I’m glad you’re here. Long-term healing is possible. Even if only a small part of you hopes for change, I'm confident it's enough to start the journey toward a peaceful and thriving life.

We are an innovative community of unconventional, yet comprehensively trained, psychotherapists providing practical, non-reductive, and in-depth support to help you overcome adversities, resolve outdated patterns, craft more fulfilling relationships, achieve your mental health goals—and address the traumas, stressors, burdens, and conflicts that hold you back from enjoying what your life and relationships have to offer. In general, we foster a holistic and integrative approach to mental health care that focuses on what works and is not limited to what has traditionally been practiced.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples whose challenges with interpersonal relationships are due to anxiety, depression, and/or past traumatic events. My clients with the best outcomes are willing to engage in deep dialogues, complete "homework" between sessions, and are comfortable with a "hands-on approach” in therapy. I am a good fit for people struggling with social anxiety, depression, religious trauma, life transitions, procrastination, or relationship issues. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA + community and can help people questioning gender identity and heteronormativity.

As a family therapist, I believe that each family, couple and individual has the ability to heal using their own internal strengths. My focus is on restoring balance and building communication within families as they are integral in increasing the overall well-being of individuals, couples and families. I identify symptoms such as marital discord, addiction, behavioral issues among children and adolescents, mental and medical health issues as becoming an unhelpful part of the family system. My approach to reduce the impact of these symptoms and break harmful patterns is collaborative, encouraging members to be open and honest throughout the progression of therapy.

Hello, my name is Bailey and I am accepting new clients in Oregon! I provide compassionate, empathetic, inclusive, and culturally responsive mental health services to people of all backgrounds. I have experience working with juvenile justice, SPMI, children and families, marginalized communities, as well as adults of all ages. I employ a trauma informed lens with a strong reliance on evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Person Centered Therapy.