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Shelby Lanier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA (she, her)
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Portland, OR 97232
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I strive to provide a safety net in therapy, free from judgment and shame, so that my clients feel safe to explore their relational and erotic desires, practice articulating their needs and boundaries in relationships, and touch on any shadowy parts that need attention and grace. As well as being able to provide general individual and couples support in therapy, I have specialized education and training in working with sexual concerns related to sexual dysfunctions, painful sex, shame or anxiety around sex, and improvement in pleasure. I bring a calm, knowledgeable, and sex positive presence to our exploration of sexual intimacy.
I have experience working with people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities, but there is a special place in my heart for those who have histories of trauma or abuse. Other communities and presenting concerns I love working with are the LGBT+ community, sexual dysfunctions, kink/BDSM, anxiety, self-worth, PTSD/C-PTSD, couples, and individuals.
Pain and suffering are often unavoidable, yet so many of us avoid looking at the parts of ourselves that have been hurt or fill us with shame. My goal with my clients is to help them look at themselves, their life experiences, and their desires with more compassion and confidence. Reach out if you feel I could support you in your journey to healing.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $140
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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Shelby Lanier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Oregon / R8479 Supervised by Alissa Goddard, LMFT, CST (Oregon / T2073) Shelby Lanier
- In Practice for 2 Years
- Attended Lewis & Clark College's Graduate School of Education and Counseling , MA in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Sex Therapy
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Call for a free consultation now - (503) 447-4698 x1
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Shelby Lanier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA