Female Therapists in Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR
Meghan Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
You want to improve your relationship with food and your body, want a counselor to support you as you work towards nutrition goals with a Dietician or other Healthcare provider. You need support now that you are in active recovery from a past eating disorder. You want to make lifestyle changes to improve your overall well being.
You want to improve your relationship with food and your body, want a counselor to support you as you work towards nutrition goals with a Dietician or other Healthcare provider. You need support now that you are in active recovery from a past eating disorder. You want to make lifestyle changes to improve your overall well being.
Janean Vedova
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, #T1945
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
Maintaining connection with those close to us can be difficult. I understand the complexities of relationships and how challenging they can be at times. As you know all relationships require maintenance and care, and I can help you navigate the complexities of your unique relationships so those relationships feel healthy for you. I work with individuals, couples and families around what is difficult for them in the moment. I have experience working with people through a variety of issues and with people from all walks of life.
Maintaining connection with those close to us can be difficult. I understand the complexities of relationships and how challenging they can be at times. As you know all relationships require maintenance and care, and I can help you navigate the complexities of your unique relationships so those relationships feel healthy for you. I work with individuals, couples and families around what is difficult for them in the moment. I have experience working with people through a variety of issues and with people from all walks of life.
Mary Bright
Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Hello & Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here making the courageous choice to get support versus struggling alone. I see my most essential role in our work together as being a fellow traveler, providing deep listening, honoring and respecting your individual path, and believing fully in your innate ability to create and sustain a life of passion, meaning, and hope through the many challenges we all face in our changing world. During my 17 years of work as a professional counselor, I have gotten to experience the profound honor of being witness to my clients' rediscovering their most courageous, wise, and truest selves.
Hello & Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here making the courageous choice to get support versus struggling alone. I see my most essential role in our work together as being a fellow traveler, providing deep listening, honoring and respecting your individual path, and believing fully in your innate ability to create and sustain a life of passion, meaning, and hope through the many challenges we all face in our changing world. During my 17 years of work as a professional counselor, I have gotten to experience the profound honor of being witness to my clients' rediscovering their most courageous, wise, and truest selves.
Sarai Engel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
I am passionate about helping teenagers and their families. I believe that most teens are doing the best they can, despite the many challenges, behaviors, and emotional roller coasters that come up during adolescence. My mission, as a therapist, is to come alongside them in a way that can support and draw out their best selves. I especially enjoy working with teens who might be struggling with issues related to identity development, anxiety, depression, or past trauma. I have training and expertise in the area of attachment and working youth who have been in foster care or adopted.
I am passionate about helping teenagers and their families. I believe that most teens are doing the best they can, despite the many challenges, behaviors, and emotional roller coasters that come up during adolescence. My mission, as a therapist, is to come alongside them in a way that can support and draw out their best selves. I especially enjoy working with teens who might be struggling with issues related to identity development, anxiety, depression, or past trauma. I have training and expertise in the area of attachment and working youth who have been in foster care or adopted.
Molly McDavitt Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LAT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT TAKING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN MY GROUPS LISTED BELOW. I am a Licensed Art Therapist (LAT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) offering individual, group, and family art therapy and counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and love to work creatively with people to address issues in a new and different way. I am trained in both art therapy and general counseling so I can use any combination depending on your preference and what will best fit your needs.
PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT TAKING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN MY GROUPS LISTED BELOW. I am a Licensed Art Therapist (LAT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) offering individual, group, and family art therapy and counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and love to work creatively with people to address issues in a new and different way. I am trained in both art therapy and general counseling so I can use any combination depending on your preference and what will best fit your needs.
Julie Bloom
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, NCC, PCA, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
I support clients navigating grief, relationship challenges, and those seeking neurodiversity-affirming support. Those who have experienced pain, disappointment, and distress from experiences in faith communities are especially drawn to my work. It is also important to acknowledge how isolating it can be to pause, deconstruct, or reconsider long-held beliefs or spiritual practices that once held a lot of hope and meaning. Or, to simply explore how embracing your full humanity and identity can be celebrated after experiences of being shamed for those aspects of you.
I support clients navigating grief, relationship challenges, and those seeking neurodiversity-affirming support. Those who have experienced pain, disappointment, and distress from experiences in faith communities are especially drawn to my work. It is also important to acknowledge how isolating it can be to pause, deconstruct, or reconsider long-held beliefs or spiritual practices that once held a lot of hope and meaning. Or, to simply explore how embracing your full humanity and identity can be celebrated after experiences of being shamed for those aspects of you.
Shelley Gillespie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214
I’m here for you and your experience! I welcome your whole self, including the parts that hurt most, have been marginalized by dominant society, and are navigating change. You may be experiencing grief and loss around the death of a loved one, a memory loss diagnosis, the redefining of a role, grief over the climate, or a harm done to a family member. You may find yourself transitioning into caregiving, stepping away from work, or parenting - including grandparents who are returning to raise children. All of this may be resulting in exacerbated stress, depression, anxiety. I'm looking forward to supporting you.
I’m here for you and your experience! I welcome your whole self, including the parts that hurt most, have been marginalized by dominant society, and are navigating change. You may be experiencing grief and loss around the death of a loved one, a memory loss diagnosis, the redefining of a role, grief over the climate, or a harm done to a family member. You may find yourself transitioning into caregiving, stepping away from work, or parenting - including grandparents who are returning to raise children. All of this may be resulting in exacerbated stress, depression, anxiety. I'm looking forward to supporting you.
Erin Heinemann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients (updated 5/7/23) Have you experienced a recent loss, trauma or are navigating a life transition? Are you finding yourself struggling to cope with the life's stressors and uncertainties? Would you like to have less conflict in your relationships? Whatever the challenge I look forward to supporting you to identify your next best step. I am committed to providing a nurturing, safe and shame free therapeutic environment for my clients to explore barriers to their healing and a path to personal growth.
Accepting New Clients (updated 5/7/23) Have you experienced a recent loss, trauma or are navigating a life transition? Are you finding yourself struggling to cope with the life's stressors and uncertainties? Would you like to have less conflict in your relationships? Whatever the challenge I look forward to supporting you to identify your next best step. I am committed to providing a nurturing, safe and shame free therapeutic environment for my clients to explore barriers to their healing and a path to personal growth.
Cyneé Godshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LAT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214
I am here to support you finding your way through overwhelm, grief, trauma, and uncertainty. I am an art therapist and counselor who treats everyone with compassion, warmth, and respect, as I believe growth happens in safe relationships. I see therapy as a process of becoming a trusted ally to yourself so that you have a sense of groundedness, security, and wholeness. I work especially well with highly sensitive or neurodiverse adults experiencing anxiety, grief, burnout, attachment related trauma, and recovery from domestic violence or difficult relationships, by using a combination of art and talk therapy.
I am here to support you finding your way through overwhelm, grief, trauma, and uncertainty. I am an art therapist and counselor who treats everyone with compassion, warmth, and respect, as I believe growth happens in safe relationships. I see therapy as a process of becoming a trusted ally to yourself so that you have a sense of groundedness, security, and wholeness. I work especially well with highly sensitive or neurodiverse adults experiencing anxiety, grief, burnout, attachment related trauma, and recovery from domestic violence or difficult relationships, by using a combination of art and talk therapy.
Kendyl Watts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Kendyl (she/her) and I'm glad you found me here! I am passionate about supporting people who want to feel better. I especially enjoy working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, and individuals experiencing infertility, pregnancy, and more. I provide letters of support for gender-affirming medical care and Assisted Reproductive Technologies. I strive to offer an affirming environment for ALL people, regardless of body size or ability, racial and ethnic identities, gender identity, religion, relationship status, and sexual behavior.
Hi, I'm Kendyl (she/her) and I'm glad you found me here! I am passionate about supporting people who want to feel better. I especially enjoy working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, and individuals experiencing infertility, pregnancy, and more. I provide letters of support for gender-affirming medical care and Assisted Reproductive Technologies. I strive to offer an affirming environment for ALL people, regardless of body size or ability, racial and ethnic identities, gender identity, religion, relationship status, and sexual behavior.
Aurora Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and adult families in their quest for clarity and healing. I work quickly and deeply so clients feel positive change at the outset of counseling. We will work together to identify and achieve key counseling goals to transform your life and relationships. I strive to bring a warm and open atmosphere that encourages compassion and collaboration. Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding trust, creating sexual intimacy, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges.
Accepting New Clients! I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and adult families in their quest for clarity and healing. I work quickly and deeply so clients feel positive change at the outset of counseling. We will work together to identify and achieve key counseling goals to transform your life and relationships. I strive to bring a warm and open atmosphere that encourages compassion and collaboration. Areas of expertise include healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, rebuilding trust, creating sexual intimacy, cultivating healthy romantic relationships and managing parenting challenges.
Do you feel like you’re expending a tremendous amount of energy just trying to keep your life together and often feel like you're falling short? It's time for a change. I work well with clients who are seeking help with stress management, anxiety, procrastination, focus, life transitions, and relationship issues. We will work on empowering you with greater understanding and awareness so you can develop tools and strategies to make positive changes in your life and reach your personal and professional goals.
Do you feel like you’re expending a tremendous amount of energy just trying to keep your life together and often feel like you're falling short? It's time for a change. I work well with clients who are seeking help with stress management, anxiety, procrastination, focus, life transitions, and relationship issues. We will work on empowering you with greater understanding and awareness so you can develop tools and strategies to make positive changes in your life and reach your personal and professional goals.
Elizabeth Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, ART-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! I understand how hard it is to be a human and how our histories, relationships, and structural oppression impact our health and wellness. I am a firm believer that we grow throughout the lifespan and that it is never too late for change and recovery. I am particularly interested in working with folks struggling with identity (LGBTQIA+, white guilt, and major life changes which impact how we think about ourselves), depression and anxiety, trauma, and people who are embarking on the parenting journey.
Accepting new clients! I understand how hard it is to be a human and how our histories, relationships, and structural oppression impact our health and wellness. I am a firm believer that we grow throughout the lifespan and that it is never too late for change and recovery. I am particularly interested in working with folks struggling with identity (LGBTQIA+, white guilt, and major life changes which impact how we think about ourselves), depression and anxiety, trauma, and people who are embarking on the parenting journey.
Elizabeth Raffer Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214
Hi! I am so glad you are here. My approach is direct, nurturing and connective. I believe in the capacity to grow and to become our best selves. I incorporate psychodynamic talk therapy to understand the stuck points, while incorporating mindfulness and somatic work to connect the mind and body. Additionally, I acknowledge that oppression exists within marginalized communities, thus treating the individual in a social context.
Hi! I am so glad you are here. My approach is direct, nurturing and connective. I believe in the capacity to grow and to become our best selves. I incorporate psychodynamic talk therapy to understand the stuck points, while incorporating mindfulness and somatic work to connect the mind and body. Additionally, I acknowledge that oppression exists within marginalized communities, thus treating the individual in a social context.
Christina W. Enticknap
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
I work with both youth and adults. I help individuals work through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I have years of experience working with children and families dealing with divorce, adoption, foster care, self-esteem, school challenges, and parenting/ discipline. I use a variety of tools in my practice including talk therapy, expressive arts, play, and sand tray.
I work with both youth and adults. I help individuals work through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I have years of experience working with children and families dealing with divorce, adoption, foster care, self-esteem, school challenges, and parenting/ discipline. I use a variety of tools in my practice including talk therapy, expressive arts, play, and sand tray.
Natasha Laumei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
I provide psychotherapy, clinical supervision and consultation, and EMDR intensives for adults in the states of Oregon and Washington. I work from a person-centered and collaborative foundation, supporting clients looking to process and heal from trauma, develop further personal insight, improve relationships with self and others, and explore opportunities for growth, empowerment, and deepened quality of life.
I provide psychotherapy, clinical supervision and consultation, and EMDR intensives for adults in the states of Oregon and Washington. I work from a person-centered and collaborative foundation, supporting clients looking to process and heal from trauma, develop further personal insight, improve relationships with self and others, and explore opportunities for growth, empowerment, and deepened quality of life.
Avery Lewis
Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97214
Welcome to my page! I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process, so I thank you for taking the time to learn about me on your search. I identify as a queer, cisgender woman, and my approach to counseling is rooted in anti-oppression and decolonial praxis. I have found psychotherapy, embodiment practices, and group singing to be essential to my activism and personal wellbeing. I hold a BA in International Studies and Gender Studies from The Ohio State University, and a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
Welcome to my page! I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process, so I thank you for taking the time to learn about me on your search. I identify as a queer, cisgender woman, and my approach to counseling is rooted in anti-oppression and decolonial praxis. I have found psychotherapy, embodiment practices, and group singing to be essential to my activism and personal wellbeing. I hold a BA in International Studies and Gender Studies from The Ohio State University, and a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
Diane C Steinbrecher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT, MSWAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
I trust that whatever appears in the mind, body, and emotions has its purpose and wants to be deeply heard, honored, understood, and embraced; that all the Psyche expresses are attempts toward our wholeness and realizing the jewel of our Essential Being. With this compassion and care, healing can unfold, patterns and beliefs transformed, and we can live our true potential and purpose, innate wisdom, and experience happiness, peace, and joy.
I trust that whatever appears in the mind, body, and emotions has its purpose and wants to be deeply heard, honored, understood, and embraced; that all the Psyche expresses are attempts toward our wholeness and realizing the jewel of our Essential Being. With this compassion and care, healing can unfold, patterns and beliefs transformed, and we can live our true potential and purpose, innate wisdom, and experience happiness, peace, and joy.
Caitlin Gibb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hosford-Abernathy, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and in-depth. Together, we will cultivate kindness and curiosity for your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. Self-exploration and honest feedback with an attuned listener can strengthen our capacity to be in fulfilling, authentic relationship with ourself and others. As you are ready, we can explore new narratives & develop practices that alleviate anxiety and depression, creating more space for acceptance, ease and joy.
My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and in-depth. Together, we will cultivate kindness and curiosity for your experiences, thoughts, and emotions. Self-exploration and honest feedback with an attuned listener can strengthen our capacity to be in fulfilling, authentic relationship with ourself and others. As you are ready, we can explore new narratives & develop practices that alleviate anxiety and depression, creating more space for acceptance, ease and joy.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.