Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Multnomah County, OR
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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.
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.
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Ashley Di Meo
LPC Intern, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97210 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Experiencing anxiety, OCD, or engaging in behaviors that are interfering with how you want to live your life? Feeling depressed, unmotivated, or self-conscious? Experienced a traumatic event that you are ready to process? Together, we will work collaboratively towards your short-term relief and long-term goals, ultimately striving for a well-rounded and balanced life filled with contentment and fulfillment.
Experiencing anxiety, OCD, or engaging in behaviors that are interfering with how you want to live your life? Feeling depressed, unmotivated, or self-conscious? Experienced a traumatic event that you are ready to process? Together, we will work collaboratively towards your short-term relief and long-term goals, ultimately striving for a well-rounded and balanced life filled with contentment and fulfillment.
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Heidi Swartzmiller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
Welcome! I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and walking alongside them in their healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between the family and therapist, that each client has the resiliency and resources they need already within, and that it is our job to uncover them. My work with clients considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing relational distress, sex concerns, infertility/pregnancy issues, transracial/transnational family dynamics, processing trauma, religion and spirituality, body-image concerns, or low self esteem.
Welcome! I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and walking alongside them in their healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between the family and therapist, that each client has the resiliency and resources they need already within, and that it is our job to uncover them. My work with clients considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing relational distress, sex concerns, infertility/pregnancy issues, transracial/transnational family dynamics, processing trauma, religion and spirituality, body-image concerns, or low self esteem.
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Jamie Samantha Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97215 (Online Only)
By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, including somatic practices and parts work (IFS), I can support your exploration of long-standing behavior patterns and perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Clients that have been drawn to work with me include: couples looking for conflict management and relationship strengthening skills, clients experiencing grief and loss, neurodivergent clients, those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, including somatic practices and parts work (IFS), I can support your exploration of long-standing behavior patterns and perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Clients that have been drawn to work with me include: couples looking for conflict management and relationship strengthening skills, clients experiencing grief and loss, neurodivergent clients, those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Caroline Sabi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97210
Waitlist for new clients
I have had the privilege of witnessing people undergo the slow, extremely subtle and remarkable journey of healing and self-transformation. This process of psychological growth is astoundingly complex, multilayered, circular and even mysteriously numinous in its unfolding. My philosophy as a therapist is primarily on core transformation rather than merely symptom management and needless to say, I strongly believe in the centrality of the therapeutic relationship as a significant healing agent. Moving towards our wholeness necessitates the courage to first move into the wounded parts that we all have as members of the human species.
I have had the privilege of witnessing people undergo the slow, extremely subtle and remarkable journey of healing and self-transformation. This process of psychological growth is astoundingly complex, multilayered, circular and even mysteriously numinous in its unfolding. My philosophy as a therapist is primarily on core transformation rather than merely symptom management and needless to say, I strongly believe in the centrality of the therapeutic relationship as a significant healing agent. Moving towards our wholeness necessitates the courage to first move into the wounded parts that we all have as members of the human species.
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The greatest joy comes when clients break free of painful patterns and move to feeling comfortable with life. I've been a counselor for 25 years, with extensive experience helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. Getting at underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works there's more than just insight; clients feel it in their heart as well as their head. Those around them see that they have a life worth living with more happiness and better handling of the inevitable potholes.
The greatest joy comes when clients break free of painful patterns and move to feeling comfortable with life. I've been a counselor for 25 years, with extensive experience helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. Getting at underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works there's more than just insight; clients feel it in their heart as well as their head. Those around them see that they have a life worth living with more happiness and better handling of the inevitable potholes.
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I believe that human connection begins with exploring our own vulnerabilities. My human experience has led me to process moments of disappointment and pain. I experienced challenges and I experienced successes. Everything from difficult breakups to investing in healthy relationships. I continue to learn and transform from all of this because life has its ebbs and flows which I use to find inner balance.
I believe that human connection begins with exploring our own vulnerabilities. My human experience has led me to process moments of disappointment and pain. I experienced challenges and I experienced successes. Everything from difficult breakups to investing in healthy relationships. I continue to learn and transform from all of this because life has its ebbs and flows which I use to find inner balance.
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At Shanti, we provide comprehensive mental health treatment. We specialize in dual diagnosis treatment for mental health issues and addiction. Our TMS therapy program treats depression in our clients using a new and unique technology. Robbie Bahl, MD is our medical director. He is a dual Board Certified medical physician, specializing in Addiction Medicine and Family Medicine. He performs Suboxone and Buprenorphine Inductions and Maintenance, Chronic Pain, Opioid Dependence, Alcohol Dependence, Vivitrol/Sublocade Injections, and TMS therapy for depression. We have a team of MDs, NPs, and therapists to work to for your wellness.
At Shanti, we provide comprehensive mental health treatment. We specialize in dual diagnosis treatment for mental health issues and addiction. Our TMS therapy program treats depression in our clients using a new and unique technology. Robbie Bahl, MD is our medical director. He is a dual Board Certified medical physician, specializing in Addiction Medicine and Family Medicine. He performs Suboxone and Buprenorphine Inductions and Maintenance, Chronic Pain, Opioid Dependence, Alcohol Dependence, Vivitrol/Sublocade Injections, and TMS therapy for depression. We have a team of MDs, NPs, and therapists to work to for your wellness.
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Peggy Van Duyne
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97286 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an Insight oriented, GLBTQIA friendly and anti-racist practitioner. I focus on long-term change and improved well-being while working towards "here and now" self-compassion, self-care and behavioral changes to achieve lasting change. I strive to promote advocacy, social justice and inherent self worth with each client. I work with clients concerned with substance use/abuse, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma and emotional regulation concerns among other areas of concern. You may see more about my areas of focus in my profile.
I am an Insight oriented, GLBTQIA friendly and anti-racist practitioner. I focus on long-term change and improved well-being while working towards "here and now" self-compassion, self-care and behavioral changes to achieve lasting change. I strive to promote advocacy, social justice and inherent self worth with each client. I work with clients concerned with substance use/abuse, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma and emotional regulation concerns among other areas of concern. You may see more about my areas of focus in my profile.
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Teeshawna Tee Amor-Mashino
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
I am currently accepting clients. I am passionate about and have experience working with individuals in marginalized populations, individuals wanting to manage their anxiety, depression, trauma, and helping individuals through DV/IPV.
I am currently accepting clients. I am passionate about and have experience working with individuals in marginalized populations, individuals wanting to manage their anxiety, depression, trauma, and helping individuals through DV/IPV.
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Valerie Lamke (Intra-Teletherapy)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214
There are times in a person's life when their own natural support system may not be enough. It may be time to reach out to get the support and guidance from an experienced therapist. This office is dedicated to the mental health wellness of women that are experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, relationship struggles and even thoughts of self-harm. My goal is to create a very personalized plan for your care so that you feel supported and validated each session. INTRA- means from within. Start your healing and growth from within by connecting with my office today.
There are times in a person's life when their own natural support system may not be enough. It may be time to reach out to get the support and guidance from an experienced therapist. This office is dedicated to the mental health wellness of women that are experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, relationship struggles and even thoughts of self-harm. My goal is to create a very personalized plan for your care so that you feel supported and validated each session. INTRA- means from within. Start your healing and growth from within by connecting with my office today.
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Sara Barber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97201 (Online Only)
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!
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!
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Clayton Hartmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Clayton Hartmann is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Oregon. Dr. Hartmann specializes in helping clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, stress, and substance abuse, through the lens of psychodynamic psychotherapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention. He also integrates attachment, gender, and cultural theory into his work, helping his patients unpack how their current conflicts are socially and culturally located.
Dr. Clayton Hartmann is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Oregon. Dr. Hartmann specializes in helping clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, stress, and substance abuse, through the lens of psychodynamic psychotherapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention. He also integrates attachment, gender, and cultural theory into his work, helping his patients unpack how their current conflicts are socially and culturally located.
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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.
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.
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Jennifer L. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97213 (Online Only)
People often seek out therapy when they are in relief of mental and emotional pain. I believe much of this pain is rooted in attachment failures in childhood which then branch out into how you see yourself, relate to others, etc. Ways you may have managed this pain no longer seem to be working. This crisis of sorts is an opportunity for deeper understanding, acceptance and transformation. Therapy can be a vehicle for achieving this. My areas of focus are: mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, anxiety and relational difficulties. I tend to work well with clients who are open, curious and motivated for change.
People often seek out therapy when they are in relief of mental and emotional pain. I believe much of this pain is rooted in attachment failures in childhood which then branch out into how you see yourself, relate to others, etc. Ways you may have managed this pain no longer seem to be working. This crisis of sorts is an opportunity for deeper understanding, acceptance and transformation. Therapy can be a vehicle for achieving this. My areas of focus are: mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, anxiety and relational difficulties. I tend to work well with clients who are open, curious and motivated for change.
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We all get stuck sometimes; and we suffer. Life often feels messy and chaotic, and in the midst of "the daily grind" we experience ourselves as unbalanced, fragmented, and "all over the place." Life is perpetually full of transition and change; and our habituated ways of being in the world are often at odds with the ebb and flow of life's events, and we experience stress, conflict and pain. Despite our resources, strategies and efforts to cope with challenges, we often get stuck; and end up feeling dissatisfied with ourselves, disenchanted with others, and disconnected from life, vitality, joy.
We all get stuck sometimes; and we suffer. Life often feels messy and chaotic, and in the midst of "the daily grind" we experience ourselves as unbalanced, fragmented, and "all over the place." Life is perpetually full of transition and change; and our habituated ways of being in the world are often at odds with the ebb and flow of life's events, and we experience stress, conflict and pain. Despite our resources, strategies and efforts to cope with challenges, we often get stuck; and end up feeling dissatisfied with ourselves, disenchanted with others, and disconnected from life, vitality, joy.
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I am passionate about helping individuals discover what leads to difficulties in functioning whether at home, school, work, or other settings. Does school or work cause unwanted feelings of anxiety or depression. Perhaps an experience in your past is leaving you with unresolved trauma. My experiences include supporting First Responders who struggle working through trauma they've seen in the field, as well as adults facing concerns of anxiety and depression.
I am passionate about helping individuals discover what leads to difficulties in functioning whether at home, school, work, or other settings. Does school or work cause unwanted feelings of anxiety or depression. Perhaps an experience in your past is leaving you with unresolved trauma. My experiences include supporting First Responders who struggle working through trauma they've seen in the field, as well as adults facing concerns of anxiety and depression.
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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.
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.
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Helping others discover peace, connection, and confidence in the face of turmoil has long been a passion of mine. I believe everyone is capable of growth and healing if they are provided sufficient encouragement, support, and effective strategies. My therapeutic style is conversational and relaxed. I encourage clients to identify and communicate their unique needs and concerns in order to improve interpersonal relationships, manage bothersome emotions or behaviors, and develop healthier family connections. No matter their goal, I strongly believe in the client’s right to decide the focus of therapy.
Helping others discover peace, connection, and confidence in the face of turmoil has long been a passion of mine. I believe everyone is capable of growth and healing if they are provided sufficient encouragement, support, and effective strategies. My therapeutic style is conversational and relaxed. I encourage clients to identify and communicate their unique needs and concerns in order to improve interpersonal relationships, manage bothersome emotions or behaviors, and develop healthier family connections. No matter their goal, I strongly believe in the client’s right to decide the focus of therapy.
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Connections First LLC Psychotherapy and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CSWA, LPC-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97210
At Connections First we have faith in the power of connection: with your inner life and to the outer world through meaningful relationships. We believe that mental health is an effect of feeling more deeply connected to ourselves and to others through the safety of transparent, emotionally honest relationships. How we communicate with ourselves and those we care about determines whether we possess integrity and feel empowered to express ourselves as human beings. Much of our symptoms are the effects of emotional, psychological, and physical isolation and self-alienation which can even happen when we are surrounded by other people.
At Connections First we have faith in the power of connection: with your inner life and to the outer world through meaningful relationships. We believe that mental health is an effect of feeling more deeply connected to ourselves and to others through the safety of transparent, emotionally honest relationships. How we communicate with ourselves and those we care about determines whether we possess integrity and feel empowered to express ourselves as human beings. Much of our symptoms are the effects of emotional, psychological, and physical isolation and self-alienation which can even happen when we are surrounded by other people.