Relationship Issues Therapists in Southwest, Portland, OR
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families, and groups navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, careers, diseases, grief and loss.
Accepting New Clients! "The universe is change; our life is what our thoughts make it." This quote from Marcus Aurelius is over 1800 years old but it's still true today: Your thoughts are making your life and change is guaranteed. If you need someone to help you explore your thoughts, navigate through change, and emerge stronger on the other side, I've a career's worth of experience doing just that. I specialize in relationships, careers, anxiety, depression, chronic & autoimmune disease, men's issues, and death & dying. I bring an integrative, goal-oriented approach to help you achieve the life you envision.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families, and groups navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, careers, diseases, grief and loss.
Accepting New Clients! "The universe is change; our life is what our thoughts make it." This quote from Marcus Aurelius is over 1800 years old but it's still true today: Your thoughts are making your life and change is guaranteed. If you need someone to help you explore your thoughts, navigate through change, and emerge stronger on the other side, I've a career's worth of experience doing just that. I specialize in relationships, careers, anxiety, depression, chronic & autoimmune disease, men's issues, and death & dying. I bring an integrative, goal-oriented approach to help you achieve the life you envision.
I firmly believe that getting positive results in therapy relies heavily on the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client.
I utilize a wide range of clinical skills to help clients reduce their distress and increase their overall well being. I aspire to create a unique therapeutic approach for each client, based on their needs, personal struggles and goals. Core tenets of my practice are empathy, validation, support and interpersonal feedback. Additionally, I strive to provide culturally competent care. I regularly attend professional seminars to increase my awareness regarding issues related to systems of oppression and privilege.
I firmly believe that getting positive results in therapy relies heavily on the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client.
I utilize a wide range of clinical skills to help clients reduce their distress and increase their overall well being. I aspire to create a unique therapeutic approach for each client, based on their needs, personal struggles and goals. Core tenets of my practice are empathy, validation, support and interpersonal feedback. Additionally, I strive to provide culturally competent care. I regularly attend professional seminars to increase my awareness regarding issues related to systems of oppression and privilege.
Derrick Radford
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Derrick, a tribal member of the Tsalagi Nation and Depth Psychotherapist. My practice focuses on individuals, couples, and Native American/Indigenous peoples through culturally responsible practices. I specialize in helping others overcome depression, PTSD, childhood wounds, relationship issues, and navigating the complexities of life. I'm here to guide you through the depths of your past, helping you to mend old wounds and navigate the intricacies of relationships. If you're feeling overwhelmed by all of life's challenges, I am here for you.
Hi there, I'm Derrick, a tribal member of the Tsalagi Nation and Depth Psychotherapist. My practice focuses on individuals, couples, and Native American/Indigenous peoples through culturally responsible practices. I specialize in helping others overcome depression, PTSD, childhood wounds, relationship issues, and navigating the complexities of life. I'm here to guide you through the depths of your past, helping you to mend old wounds and navigate the intricacies of relationships. If you're feeling overwhelmed by all of life's challenges, I am here for you.
Ayala Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97242 (Online Only)
Each individual and relationship system has a unique and complex blueprint and I am committed to understanding and exploring each experience.
Coming to therapy is a brave choice that takes vulnerability, courage, and energy. You may be experiencing pain, anxiety, anger, dissatisfaction, or numbness, and looking to experience your life differently. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship, and bring a warm, steady, and grounded presence into the therapy space. I empower, and encourage my clients toward exploring their emotions, body experiences, thoughts, memories and desires. I support clients in navigating their internal and relational worlds toward fullness, freedom and agency. I am a holder of hope and offer my clients deep compassion along with direct guidance.
Each individual and relationship system has a unique and complex blueprint and I am committed to understanding and exploring each experience.
Coming to therapy is a brave choice that takes vulnerability, courage, and energy. You may be experiencing pain, anxiety, anger, dissatisfaction, or numbness, and looking to experience your life differently. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship, and bring a warm, steady, and grounded presence into the therapy space. I empower, and encourage my clients toward exploring their emotions, body experiences, thoughts, memories and desires. I support clients in navigating their internal and relational worlds toward fullness, freedom and agency. I am a holder of hope and offer my clients deep compassion along with direct guidance.
Diane Pixley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97221 (Online Only)
I offer counseling in a warm, supportive and interactive environment. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Washington and Oregon, with over fifteen years of clinical experience. I work with individual adults experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, work and/or school stress, self-esteem, feeling stuck, life transitions, communication and relationship difficulties, loss, and stress management.
I offer counseling in a warm, supportive and interactive environment. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Washington and Oregon, with over fifteen years of clinical experience. I work with individual adults experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, work and/or school stress, self-esteem, feeling stuck, life transitions, communication and relationship difficulties, loss, and stress management.
Angie Tanyi Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPH, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97219
It's important you feel that your therapist is a "good fit" as the therapeutic relationship depends on feeling safe.
Are you struggling to live the life you want? Do you keep finding yourself in the same place without knowing how to change? Current situations & events can trigger old pain & trauma which can be confusing & negatively impact relationships. They can also lead to creating misguided stories that you tell yourself & that keep you anxious or in fight/flight states. We sometimes need help untangling & making sense of our experiences &/or trauma in life in order to thrive. Through non-judgmental warmth, compassion & self-reflection, we re-wire old thoughts and behaviors and help you live a more authentic life.
It's important you feel that your therapist is a "good fit" as the therapeutic relationship depends on feeling safe.
Are you struggling to live the life you want? Do you keep finding yourself in the same place without knowing how to change? Current situations & events can trigger old pain & trauma which can be confusing & negatively impact relationships. They can also lead to creating misguided stories that you tell yourself & that keep you anxious or in fight/flight states. We sometimes need help untangling & making sense of our experiences &/or trauma in life in order to thrive. Through non-judgmental warmth, compassion & self-reflection, we re-wire old thoughts and behaviors and help you live a more authentic life.
Courageous Couples Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97205
I would love to support you through the process of uncovering the relationship of your dreams.
Everything is easier when you feel confident that your partner is in your corner. Sharing the weight of your struggles and amplifying life's joys are what make a couple worth all the work. Our greatest emotional wounds come from our relationships, and our romantic relationships hold the most healing capacity for not only our collective healing but our individual healing as well. If you're looking for better communication, repairing trust, or throwing out the rulebook and creating your own new paradigm, Courageous Couples Counseling is here to help.
I would love to support you through the process of uncovering the relationship of your dreams.
Everything is easier when you feel confident that your partner is in your corner. Sharing the weight of your struggles and amplifying life's joys are what make a couple worth all the work. Our greatest emotional wounds come from our relationships, and our romantic relationships hold the most healing capacity for not only our collective healing but our individual healing as well. If you're looking for better communication, repairing trust, or throwing out the rulebook and creating your own new paradigm, Courageous Couples Counseling is here to help.
Whether we're struggling with anxiety, overthinking a career pivot or grappling with self-destructive relationship patterns, this work is about changing our relationship with the noise in heads so we can live with more authenticity and freedom. Through a hybrid of therapeutic and coaching interventions I work with clients to alchemize original wounds into assets, challenge cognitive distortions, identify core confusions and intervene on unconscious, fear-based belief systems. No mind hacks, no mantras, just compassionate straight-talk that will demand your grit, your courage, and most likely a sense of humor.
Whether we're struggling with anxiety, overthinking a career pivot or grappling with self-destructive relationship patterns, this work is about changing our relationship with the noise in heads so we can live with more authenticity and freedom. Through a hybrid of therapeutic and coaching interventions I work with clients to alchemize original wounds into assets, challenge cognitive distortions, identify core confusions and intervene on unconscious, fear-based belief systems. No mind hacks, no mantras, just compassionate straight-talk that will demand your grit, your courage, and most likely a sense of humor.
Kimberlee Dennery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
Hello, I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families I specialize in treating anxiety and depression. I have experience working with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I also enjoy working with teenage and younger clients. I see many people who are going through life transitions. When one is going through grief and loss, education challenges, relationship difficulties, a new family member, pain or illness, it can be particularly difficult to cope and particularly beneficial to be in therapy to work through these issues with an unbiased ear. I also specialize in working with individuals who have struggles with chronic pain.
Hello, I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families I specialize in treating anxiety and depression. I have experience working with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I also enjoy working with teenage and younger clients. I see many people who are going through life transitions. When one is going through grief and loss, education challenges, relationship difficulties, a new family member, pain or illness, it can be particularly difficult to cope and particularly beneficial to be in therapy to work through these issues with an unbiased ear. I also specialize in working with individuals who have struggles with chronic pain.
C.J. Sanders
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97280 (Online Only)
Together you can forge a path forward and create a fulfilling and fun relationship!.
Our relationships are our most important asset. And when something feels off it can be excruciating. Through utilizing the latest research in the fields of attachment, neuroscience, and communication we can collaborate to get things back on track. You will learn some new skills in conflict management—even if you are conflict avoidant! And we will get some psychobiological hacks on board quickly which can result in fewer arguments and a greater sense of connection. Many busy couples today are craving a more fulfilling partnership truly sharing the mental and emotional load.
Together you can forge a path forward and create a fulfilling and fun relationship!.
Our relationships are our most important asset. And when something feels off it can be excruciating. Through utilizing the latest research in the fields of attachment, neuroscience, and communication we can collaborate to get things back on track. You will learn some new skills in conflict management—even if you are conflict avoidant! And we will get some psychobiological hacks on board quickly which can result in fewer arguments and a greater sense of connection. Many busy couples today are craving a more fulfilling partnership truly sharing the mental and emotional load.
Kathleen M Girod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
Therapy can offer hope in the midst of depression, anxiety, trauma, stressful challenges in work, relationships, health, or other arenas of life. It can also help us respond thoughtfully and creatively rather than anxiously or destructively. I am a firm believer in learning to be open towards yourself, your relationships, and life transitions. This is a more powerful motivator than mentally beating yourself up. We'll work together to identify strengths you can use towards making important life changes, and to build coping skills to deal with difficult emotions, trust, relationship issues, and negative thoughts you might have about yourself.
Therapy can offer hope in the midst of depression, anxiety, trauma, stressful challenges in work, relationships, health, or other arenas of life. It can also help us respond thoughtfully and creatively rather than anxiously or destructively. I am a firm believer in learning to be open towards yourself, your relationships, and life transitions. This is a more powerful motivator than mentally beating yourself up. We'll work together to identify strengths you can use towards making important life changes, and to build coping skills to deal with difficult emotions, trust, relationship issues, and negative thoughts you might have about yourself.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97205
I am dedicated to working with folks of any gender expression, sexual orientation, relationship model, race, culture, religion, age, size, and differing ability.
You came here because you have a desire to deepen your relationship with yourself and others, you feel stuck in patterns you hope to change, are processing trauma, or are looking to reclaim lost parts of yourself. You have come to the right place. Working with adults with childhood trauma/complex trauma, couples/relational systems, chronic pain/illness, and queer/trans/non-binary individuals and relationships, I create spaces for care and collaboration. I hope to assist you in building a bridge to yourself that unlocks your inner wisdom and weaves together the vast embroidery of stories, sensations, and emotions in your life.
I am dedicated to working with folks of any gender expression, sexual orientation, relationship model, race, culture, religion, age, size, and differing ability.
You came here because you have a desire to deepen your relationship with yourself and others, you feel stuck in patterns you hope to change, are processing trauma, or are looking to reclaim lost parts of yourself. You have come to the right place. Working with adults with childhood trauma/complex trauma, couples/relational systems, chronic pain/illness, and queer/trans/non-binary individuals and relationships, I create spaces for care and collaboration. I hope to assist you in building a bridge to yourself that unlocks your inner wisdom and weaves together the vast embroidery of stories, sensations, and emotions in your life.
Child and Family Psychotherapy Office
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97219 (Online Only)
I specialize in: Anxiety & Trauma and Relationship Issues.
It's not how many problems you have, it's how you resolve them. Can you identify conflicts in your relationship? Can you find ways to be closer? Reconnect with your partner. Deepen your intimacy using emotional intelligence.. You can feel truly seen and truly heard. I specialize in helping couples and individuals heal in a safe, compassionate space.
I specialize in: Anxiety & Trauma and Relationship Issues.
It's not how many problems you have, it's how you resolve them. Can you identify conflicts in your relationship? Can you find ways to be closer? Reconnect with your partner. Deepen your intimacy using emotional intelligence.. You can feel truly seen and truly heard. I specialize in helping couples and individuals heal in a safe, compassionate space.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a wide variety of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, behavioral problems, relationship conflict, and trauma recovery. In addition to individual work, I also provide family therapy and parenting consultation, when indicated, to support parents and promote healthy communication and interactions.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with adults and adolescents who are experiencing a wide variety of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, behavioral problems, relationship conflict, and trauma recovery. In addition to individual work, I also provide family therapy and parenting consultation, when indicated, to support parents and promote healthy communication and interactions.
Stacey Nixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97219
We all can get stuck at times. Trauma, life stressors, uncomfortable emotions, and relationship concerns can throw us off balance. Maybe you feel constantly stressed, disconnected from your partner, or the impacts of trauma. The weight of these challenges can take a toll on your daily life. You might feel ready to process your trauma and find healing, or perhaps you're motivated to deepen your connection and improve your communication with your partner. This is where counseling can offer support and relief, empowering you to find ways to process and cope with your specific concerns and life stressors.
We all can get stuck at times. Trauma, life stressors, uncomfortable emotions, and relationship concerns can throw us off balance. Maybe you feel constantly stressed, disconnected from your partner, or the impacts of trauma. The weight of these challenges can take a toll on your daily life. You might feel ready to process your trauma and find healing, or perhaps you're motivated to deepen your connection and improve your communication with your partner. This is where counseling can offer support and relief, empowering you to find ways to process and cope with your specific concerns and life stressors.
Kenneth L Andert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southwest, Portland, OR 97205
These experiences, in conjunction with a well grounded clinical knowledge base, and my own inner work, have enriched my understanding of the nature of mind, related emotions, and their relationship to life and life experiences.
Life and living only exist in the present moment. Our untrained mind often causes us suffering when it dwells on past experiences, or future fears, clouding this moment where living actually occures. Depression, anxiety, our beliefs about our selves and others, all stem from these unnecessary thoughts and their related emotions. Our mind must come to realize that it is the cause of its own unhappiness. Then whatever we experience in life is no longer overwhelming.
I have an appreciation and grounding in western oriented psychodynamics enriched with an eastern psychological and Spiritual perspective. Please visit my website: kennethandert.com
These experiences, in conjunction with a well grounded clinical knowledge base, and my own inner work, have enriched my understanding of the nature of mind, related emotions, and their relationship to life and life experiences.
Life and living only exist in the present moment. Our untrained mind often causes us suffering when it dwells on past experiences, or future fears, clouding this moment where living actually occures. Depression, anxiety, our beliefs about our selves and others, all stem from these unnecessary thoughts and their related emotions. Our mind must come to realize that it is the cause of its own unhappiness. Then whatever we experience in life is no longer overwhelming.
I have an appreciation and grounding in western oriented psychodynamics enriched with an eastern psychological and Spiritual perspective. Please visit my website: kennethandert.com
David Kremmel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97221
Accepting new clients as of 10/29/24. I believe you and your relationships are too important to put off therapy. Maybe it’s that reoccurring fight leaving you stuck, unseen, or feeling hopeless in your relationship? Or you are ready to address the anxiety, negative thoughts, or loss of motivation that's been accepted as your new normal. Maybe what previously worked feels dull in this season of life and you want to see and feel progress again. I utilize an integrative approach centered on evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative, and others to help you accomplish your desired outcome in therapy
Accepting new clients as of 10/29/24. I believe you and your relationships are too important to put off therapy. Maybe it’s that reoccurring fight leaving you stuck, unseen, or feeling hopeless in your relationship? Or you are ready to address the anxiety, negative thoughts, or loss of motivation that's been accepted as your new normal. Maybe what previously worked feels dull in this season of life and you want to see and feel progress again. I utilize an integrative approach centered on evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative, and others to help you accomplish your desired outcome in therapy
I find couples work interesting and gratifying because of my interest in individual development and change, the system of the couple, and how each, the two individuals, and the relationship, influence each other.
I am interested in helping people with primary attachment issues. I work with couples dealing directly with their attachment problems with each other. I work with individuals who are looking internally to figure out their obstacles to developing intimate partnerships. In both my individual and couples work I usually explore the family of origin as one source of understanding and improving love relationships. My style is collaborative and exploratory while I maintain a hopefully transparent point of view. I look at psychotherapy as an unusual conversation where both people are focused on one to help that person grow and change.
I find couples work interesting and gratifying because of my interest in individual development and change, the system of the couple, and how each, the two individuals, and the relationship, influence each other.
I am interested in helping people with primary attachment issues. I work with couples dealing directly with their attachment problems with each other. I work with individuals who are looking internally to figure out their obstacles to developing intimate partnerships. In both my individual and couples work I usually explore the family of origin as one source of understanding and improving love relationships. My style is collaborative and exploratory while I maintain a hopefully transparent point of view. I look at psychotherapy as an unusual conversation where both people are focused on one to help that person grow and change.
Most of my work has focused on anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem building.
Looking for the right therapist for you can be the start of something great, but it can also feel a little overwhelming. At the heart of my practice is your comfort. When you begin talking with someone who really listens, wants to understand your point of view, and wants to not only help you, but learn from you, real growth can begin to happen. Sometimes old patterns and the things we have been through can make us feel stuck. I'm here to help you get unstuck and get where you want to be.
Most of my work has focused on anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem building.
Looking for the right therapist for you can be the start of something great, but it can also feel a little overwhelming. At the heart of my practice is your comfort. When you begin talking with someone who really listens, wants to understand your point of view, and wants to not only help you, but learn from you, real growth can begin to happen. Sometimes old patterns and the things we have been through can make us feel stuck. I'm here to help you get unstuck and get where you want to be.
Dana Dart-McLean
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwest, Portland, OR 97204 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience with trauma, ADHD, grief, anxiety, and relationship challenges.
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma make it hard to be present in your life. If you feel alternately numb, buzzed, or overwhelmed, I can help. Deepen your understanding of how your body holds stress and anxiety to learn new ways to respond. Addressing trauma and anxiety with body awareness helps to stop negative thoughts or a harsh inner narrative. You will learn tools for processing overwhelming emotions in order to support you to feel grounded. With a foundation of self-trust and self-compassion, you are more effective and open to life. I work with couples and individuals.
I have extensive experience with trauma, ADHD, grief, anxiety, and relationship challenges.
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma make it hard to be present in your life. If you feel alternately numb, buzzed, or overwhelmed, I can help. Deepen your understanding of how your body holds stress and anxiety to learn new ways to respond. Addressing trauma and anxiety with body awareness helps to stop negative thoughts or a harsh inner narrative. You will learn tools for processing overwhelming emotions in order to support you to feel grounded. With a foundation of self-trust and self-compassion, you are more effective and open to life. I work with couples and individuals.
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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.