Relationship Issues Therapists in Sellwood, Portland, OR

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Mary Bruce-Owenby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for couples where we collaboratively identify and work through the pain points in your relationship, utilizing new skills, experiences, and ways of being and rebuilding trust and emotional safety along the way.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for couples where we collaboratively identify and work through the pain points in your relationship, utilizing new skills, experiences, and ways of being and rebuilding trust and emotional safety along the way.
(503) 782-8010 View (503) 782-8010
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Hillary Howarth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Effective therapy requires a strong relationship with your therapist.
I'm a licensed psychologist with 20 years of experience in university and private practice settings. I work with adults experiencing a range of concerns including relational problems or losses, difficult life transitions and events, traumatic experiences or upbringings, and the stress of being human in an often overwhelming world.
Effective therapy requires a strong relationship with your therapist.
I'm a licensed psychologist with 20 years of experience in university and private practice settings. I work with adults experiencing a range of concerns including relational problems or losses, difficult life transitions and events, traumatic experiences or upbringings, and the stress of being human in an often overwhelming world.
(503) 894-5167 View (503) 894-5167
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Tiffany Machia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
I am passionate about the work that I do and specialize in couples counseling, relationship issues, anxiety/stress management, life transitions, parenting/parental skill building, self-esteem and codependency.
Hi there! I know that finding the right therapist can be challenging, especially when things may already feel overwhelming and you're doing your best to keep your head above water. Life gets busy, relationships get strained, and it can be tough to juggle all of the different hats you wear. I believe that everyone has strengths and my goal is to empower clients to work through barriers that may lead them to be feeling stuck. I take a holistic, client-centered, directive approach with individuals and couples. I show up in sessions as my genuine self and hope to create an environment where my clients feel safe to do the same.
I am passionate about the work that I do and specialize in couples counseling, relationship issues, anxiety/stress management, life transitions, parenting/parental skill building, self-esteem and codependency.
Hi there! I know that finding the right therapist can be challenging, especially when things may already feel overwhelming and you're doing your best to keep your head above water. Life gets busy, relationships get strained, and it can be tough to juggle all of the different hats you wear. I believe that everyone has strengths and my goal is to empower clients to work through barriers that may lead them to be feeling stuck. I take a holistic, client-centered, directive approach with individuals and couples. I show up in sessions as my genuine self and hope to create an environment where my clients feel safe to do the same.
(503) 465-4935 View (503) 465-4935
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Kim Stetson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
I’m passionate about helping people who are depressed, anxious, disconnected and overwhelmed with the world. I offer individual therapy for adults in SE Portland, Oregon with a focus on trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. I provide counseling that is strengths-based and respectful. I am kind and compassionate, and also direct and authentic. I will warmly meet you wherever you’re at in your journey while also inviting you to grow and change. I am accepting new clients. I only work with individual adults (no children, adolescents or couples).
I’m passionate about helping people who are depressed, anxious, disconnected and overwhelmed with the world. I offer individual therapy for adults in SE Portland, Oregon with a focus on trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. I provide counseling that is strengths-based and respectful. I am kind and compassionate, and also direct and authentic. I will warmly meet you wherever you’re at in your journey while also inviting you to grow and change. I am accepting new clients. I only work with individual adults (no children, adolescents or couples).
(503) 470-2343 View (503) 470-2343
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Cameron Kemper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals addressing depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I ground my work in respect and compassion which contributes to the foundation of trust, self-acceptance and courage necessary for you to successfully overcome your challenges and create the life you want to live. Through the cultivation of mindful awareness and the implementation of stress management and emotion regulation skills, I will teach you how to calm anxiety, transform distressing feelings, access inner wisdom and review your behaviors and beliefs so that you can learn to commit to those which align with your values. This work will help you realize your personal, professional and relationship goals.
I work with individuals addressing depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I ground my work in respect and compassion which contributes to the foundation of trust, self-acceptance and courage necessary for you to successfully overcome your challenges and create the life you want to live. Through the cultivation of mindful awareness and the implementation of stress management and emotion regulation skills, I will teach you how to calm anxiety, transform distressing feelings, access inner wisdom and review your behaviors and beliefs so that you can learn to commit to those which align with your values. This work will help you realize your personal, professional and relationship goals.
(503) 743-8833 View (503) 743-8833
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Kasey Joffe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for new clients! I'm a relationship therapist committed to helping individuals and intimate partners deepen their authenticity and trust. My work focuses on identifying deeply rooted issues that reinforce low self esteem, negative communication patterns and feelings of disconnection, and developing solutions to enhance connection and resilience. I enjoy working with those who are navigating emotional distancing or insecure attachment, contemplating leaving a toxic relationship or job, new parents and those in caregiver roles, and helping people pleasers learn to say no.
Waitlist for new clients! I'm a relationship therapist committed to helping individuals and intimate partners deepen their authenticity and trust. My work focuses on identifying deeply rooted issues that reinforce low self esteem, negative communication patterns and feelings of disconnection, and developing solutions to enhance connection and resilience. I enjoy working with those who are navigating emotional distancing or insecure attachment, contemplating leaving a toxic relationship or job, new parents and those in caregiver roles, and helping people pleasers learn to say no.
(503) 755-8155 View (503) 755-8155
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Sellwood Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Waitlist for new clients
I join my clients in a relationship that supports exploration of meaning and purpose for clients lives, helping clients gain both self acceptance and empathy toward themselves and others.
My training as a couples, marriage and family therapist leads me to view client functioning in terms of relationships. My goal is to help clients bring forth a self that feels true and real. I help clients learn to ask for and receive what they need from others, embracing life and life's challenges with courage, renewed spirit, and a sense of wholeness. When clients feel supported, validated, and understood they often find that symptoms of depression and anxiety are relieved. Working with me, clients will learn to access their inner resources as we generate solutions together.
I join my clients in a relationship that supports exploration of meaning and purpose for clients lives, helping clients gain both self acceptance and empathy toward themselves and others.
My training as a couples, marriage and family therapist leads me to view client functioning in terms of relationships. My goal is to help clients bring forth a self that feels true and real. I help clients learn to ask for and receive what they need from others, embracing life and life's challenges with courage, renewed spirit, and a sense of wholeness. When clients feel supported, validated, and understood they often find that symptoms of depression and anxiety are relieved. Working with me, clients will learn to access their inner resources as we generate solutions together.
(503) 446-3242 View (503) 446-3242
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Caitlin (Caity) Lynch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
If not who you're looking for, I'm always happy to send you referrals for someone who is right for you and your relationship(s).
You're here because you need something to shift in yourself, your relationships, or your life. I have ADHD, I am queer and genderqueer and work from a strengths-based perspective, utilizing insight-oriented therapeutic change models (Narrative Therapy, EFIT, IFS) and brain/emotion understanding through psychoeducation, CBT, and DBT and self-in-context understanding (social model of disability, self-compassion work of Drs. Kristin Neff and Tara Brach) to help you imagine and take steps toward a life aligned with who you are. >NOTE: I don't offer ADHD or Autism Assessments, this can be obtained through a psychologist or your PCP. <
If not who you're looking for, I'm always happy to send you referrals for someone who is right for you and your relationship(s).
You're here because you need something to shift in yourself, your relationships, or your life. I have ADHD, I am queer and genderqueer and work from a strengths-based perspective, utilizing insight-oriented therapeutic change models (Narrative Therapy, EFIT, IFS) and brain/emotion understanding through psychoeducation, CBT, and DBT and self-in-context understanding (social model of disability, self-compassion work of Drs. Kristin Neff and Tara Brach) to help you imagine and take steps toward a life aligned with who you are. >NOTE: I don't offer ADHD or Autism Assessments, this can be obtained through a psychologist or your PCP. <
(971) 257-1636 View (971) 257-1636
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Abby Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality? Do you find yourself stuck in navigating relationships with others of varying sexual orientations or sexual lifestyles? Perhaps you struggle with communicating and navigating those differences in desire or needs with your partners. Whether that is an addition of a new partner, a child, a new dynamic in your relationship, or not feeling your most authentic self in your sexuality or relationships, you are ready to take that next step and embrace your identity and sexuality in this phase of your life.
Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality? Do you find yourself stuck in navigating relationships with others of varying sexual orientations or sexual lifestyles? Perhaps you struggle with communicating and navigating those differences in desire or needs with your partners. Whether that is an addition of a new partner, a child, a new dynamic in your relationship, or not feeling your most authentic self in your sexuality or relationships, you are ready to take that next step and embrace your identity and sexuality in this phase of your life.
(971) 265-8082 View (971) 265-8082
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Erin Carkner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Hello! I want to provide you with some helpful information to support you decide whether we might be a good fit for therapy: We might be a good fit if you are experiencing any of the following: - Anxiety - Depression - Trauma related issues - Body Image issues - Identity development - Relationship issues - Chronic stressors - Family dynamic issues - Life transitions. We will work collaboratively to achieve what you most desire to accomplish in therapy.
Hello! I want to provide you with some helpful information to support you decide whether we might be a good fit for therapy: We might be a good fit if you are experiencing any of the following: - Anxiety - Depression - Trauma related issues - Body Image issues - Identity development - Relationship issues - Chronic stressors - Family dynamic issues - Life transitions. We will work collaboratively to achieve what you most desire to accomplish in therapy.
(503) 549-1139 View (503) 549-1139
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Keri Jaeger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Navigating transitions such as divorce, becoming a new parent, initiating a new relationship, adjusting at school or beginning a new career can be challenging. If things are feeling overwhelming in this new chapter, I'd love to help you get back to feeling like yourself!
Navigating transitions such as divorce, becoming a new parent, initiating a new relationship, adjusting at school or beginning a new career can be challenging. If things are feeling overwhelming in this new chapter, I'd love to help you get back to feeling like yourself!
(458) 237-4368 View (458) 237-4368
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Dr. Scott Christie
Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, CADCIII
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
I successfully work with those struggling with addictions, compulsions, anger and relationship issues and complex family dynamics.
Choosing a counselor is an important. I have 30+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families. My support is to help clients manage emotions and reactions, increase communication skills, self-esteem and confidence. As I come alongside your journey I also understand the difficulties with self-disclosure and the barriers to change. I can provide a brief consultation to determine fit, and determine how I might support your goals.
I successfully work with those struggling with addictions, compulsions, anger and relationship issues and complex family dynamics.
Choosing a counselor is an important. I have 30+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families. My support is to help clients manage emotions and reactions, increase communication skills, self-esteem and confidence. As I come alongside your journey I also understand the difficulties with self-disclosure and the barriers to change. I can provide a brief consultation to determine fit, and determine how I might support your goals.
(503) 300-6369 View (503) 300-6369
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Jonathan Alzate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
My name is Jonathan and I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, or are currently navigating life transitions. I am lit up by working with clients that feel ready for change, even if they're not sure what the path to change looks like yet. If you'd like support in identifying your values, establishing healthy boundaries or trialing evidence-based ways to quiet down an anxious mind, I hope you'll consider reaching out.
My name is Jonathan and I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, or are currently navigating life transitions. I am lit up by working with clients that feel ready for change, even if they're not sure what the path to change looks like yet. If you'd like support in identifying your values, establishing healthy boundaries or trialing evidence-based ways to quiet down an anxious mind, I hope you'll consider reaching out.
(458) 217-1388 View (458) 217-1388
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Psychology & Wellness Group PDX (Group Practice)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, MFTA, CSWA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Our mission is to develop a great therapeutic relationship with you, help alleviate your emotional pain, increase your understanding, communicate directly with you and enjoy the journey.
We are a group practice with locations in SW (Tigard) & SE (Sellwood) PDX. We want to help you deal with the effects of your emotional pain, often invisible to others. If you are looking to be able to trust yourself and others and to understand the negative repetitive patterns in your life, then therapy can be a possible solution. We believe in competency, honesty and compassion as necessary qualities for therapists; ultimately you need to be able to trust the therapist you choose. Although life can be full of pain, we want to help reduce your suffering. Therapy is one of the ways.... CONTACT us for fee information please.
Our mission is to develop a great therapeutic relationship with you, help alleviate your emotional pain, increase your understanding, communicate directly with you and enjoy the journey.
We are a group practice with locations in SW (Tigard) & SE (Sellwood) PDX. We want to help you deal with the effects of your emotional pain, often invisible to others. If you are looking to be able to trust yourself and others and to understand the negative repetitive patterns in your life, then therapy can be a possible solution. We believe in competency, honesty and compassion as necessary qualities for therapists; ultimately you need to be able to trust the therapist you choose. Although life can be full of pain, we want to help reduce your suffering. Therapy is one of the ways.... CONTACT us for fee information please.
(971) 257-1389 View (971) 257-1389
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Barry W. McVay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
Though approaches, techniques, and experience all play a part in therapy, research has repeatedly shown that the safe and connected relationship between client and therapist is the best indicator of successful therapy.
I specialize with individuals and couples who desire to heal emotional problems associated with lack of trust, intimacy difficulties, ineffective communication, anger, silence and distance, sexual matters/addictions or infidelity. My services help people deal, heal, and grow through the inevitable seasons of change inherent to our lives. My approach is collaborative with the client, helping you reveal who you are, what you seek, supporting you in critical examination of the challenges you face. Together we create goals, develop strategies, and engage in ongoing interaction that moves you toward meaningful paths of change.
Though approaches, techniques, and experience all play a part in therapy, research has repeatedly shown that the safe and connected relationship between client and therapist is the best indicator of successful therapy.
I specialize with individuals and couples who desire to heal emotional problems associated with lack of trust, intimacy difficulties, ineffective communication, anger, silence and distance, sexual matters/addictions or infidelity. My services help people deal, heal, and grow through the inevitable seasons of change inherent to our lives. My approach is collaborative with the client, helping you reveal who you are, what you seek, supporting you in critical examination of the challenges you face. Together we create goals, develop strategies, and engage in ongoing interaction that moves you toward meaningful paths of change.
(503) 451-3979 View (503) 451-3979
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Janice Coco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
My approach is psychodynamic -- focused on relationship and emotional attachment.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, helping adults who experience depression, anxiety, and other painful feelings associated with life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, past trauma, sexual assault, work-related issues, and stalled creativity. My work is collaborative--I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your concerns freely. To find a therapist who's right for you, I offer a free half-hour consultation so that you can meet me and address your emotional and financial needs. If you feel that the match is not good, there is no obligation. Email me for a quick reply.
My approach is psychodynamic -- focused on relationship and emotional attachment.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, helping adults who experience depression, anxiety, and other painful feelings associated with life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, past trauma, sexual assault, work-related issues, and stalled creativity. My work is collaborative--I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your concerns freely. To find a therapist who's right for you, I offer a free half-hour consultation so that you can meet me and address your emotional and financial needs. If you feel that the match is not good, there is no obligation. Email me for a quick reply.
(503) 336-9923 View (503) 336-9923
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Jessica Gotzler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
I believe the therapeutic relationship works best when it's a real relationship between equals that involves mutual respect, collaboration, and sometimes humor.
I enjoy working with a wide range of people and specialize in treating teens and young adults. My specialty areas include mood instability, anxiety, depression, issues related to gender identity and sexuality, difficulty launching into adulthood, and maladaptive coping mechanisms including self-harm and impulsive behaviors. I work well with people who are emotionally sensitive, may feel that they don’t belong, and have difficulty maintaining stable relationships. I strive to help people create a life that’s more enjoyable by learning to tolerate painful emotions and have more pleasant experiences.
I believe the therapeutic relationship works best when it's a real relationship between equals that involves mutual respect, collaboration, and sometimes humor.
I enjoy working with a wide range of people and specialize in treating teens and young adults. My specialty areas include mood instability, anxiety, depression, issues related to gender identity and sexuality, difficulty launching into adulthood, and maladaptive coping mechanisms including self-harm and impulsive behaviors. I work well with people who are emotionally sensitive, may feel that they don’t belong, and have difficulty maintaining stable relationships. I strive to help people create a life that’s more enjoyable by learning to tolerate painful emotions and have more pleasant experiences.
(971) 350-8703 View (971) 350-8703
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Jamie Berkowitz
Professional Counselor Associate, PCA
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202
I work with couples emphasizing non-traditional, queer, and marginalized genders, sexualities, and identities who feel stuck, hopeless, frustrated, and want to return to, build for the first time, or reinforce a relationship of compassion, love, acceptance, commitment, and desire; one where you feel like you're on the same team vs. battling opponents wondering "how did we get here?" I work with folks who want to explore communication issues, polyamory/ENM, kink, differing levels of desire, ambivalence, jealousy, power and control issues, curiosities about uncoupling consciously, and more.
I work with couples emphasizing non-traditional, queer, and marginalized genders, sexualities, and identities who feel stuck, hopeless, frustrated, and want to return to, build for the first time, or reinforce a relationship of compassion, love, acceptance, commitment, and desire; one where you feel like you're on the same team vs. battling opponents wondering "how did we get here?" I work with folks who want to explore communication issues, polyamory/ENM, kink, differing levels of desire, ambivalence, jealousy, power and control issues, curiosities about uncoupling consciously, and more.
(503) 455-7586 View (503) 455-7586
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Simply Queer Therapy
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals (14+) struggling with issues related to ADHD, gender identity exploration, trauma, racial identity exploration and going from surviving to thriving while living in systems of oppression. I also offer relationship counseling for adults struggling with issues of connection, trust, and sexual intimacy.
I work with individuals (14+) struggling with issues related to ADHD, gender identity exploration, trauma, racial identity exploration and going from surviving to thriving while living in systems of oppression. I also offer relationship counseling for adults struggling with issues of connection, trust, and sexual intimacy.
(503) 461-9742 View (503) 461-9742
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Elizabeth Sheen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sellwood, Portland, OR 97202  (Online Only)
If you have been hurt by a narcissistic relationship, I can help! When you have a relationship with a narcissist, the repetitive self centeredness takes its toll. You end up questioning if you are good enough, creating distrust and ultimatley wondering if its even possible for you to have an intimate and healthy relationship. As a therapist who specializes in narcississtic relationships, I've worked to understand brain development, trauma, and healing. My clients share that they are able to establish connection, set boundaries, and finally create relationships that are both fulfilling and supportive.
If you have been hurt by a narcissistic relationship, I can help! When you have a relationship with a narcissist, the repetitive self centeredness takes its toll. You end up questioning if you are good enough, creating distrust and ultimatley wondering if its even possible for you to have an intimate and healthy relationship. As a therapist who specializes in narcississtic relationships, I've worked to understand brain development, trauma, and healing. My clients share that they are able to establish connection, set boundaries, and finally create relationships that are both fulfilling and supportive.
(503) 622-8583 View (503) 622-8583
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.