Sliding Scale Affordable Therapy $50 and Under

Below are therapists in the Portland-area that provide affordable counseling services based on a sliding scale. If you choose not to use insurance and would rather pay out of pocket, the therapists below have committed to charging as little as $50 per session. Some counselors slide as low as $20 per session. There are many different reasons for choosing to pay out of pocket for therapy services. You may not have insurance or don't want to bother with your insurance coverage or have any medical record of counseling services. Finding a sliding scale therapist also makes sense if you have insurance but your deductible for mental health benefits is too high.

Therapists who provide affordable sliding scale therapy as low as $50 per session.

Colleen St. John (she/her)

Student Counselor

I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy to children, teens, and adults in the greater Portland area. In-person and Virtual availability.

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Sam Wilson

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW, LCSW-C

If you feel stuck, alone, overwhelmed or confused, talk therapy can offer a way forward. Now accepting new clients for teletherapy.

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Michelle Sorensen (she/her)

Student Counselor

CMHCI

Warm, affirming therapist grounded in neuroscience and relational work. LGBTQIA+ affirming. Helping people heal, grow, and connect.

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Che Flores (he/him)

MFT Student Intern

I help folks navigate the complexity of their minds, unpack attachment wounds, and build more honest, resilient relationships.

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Monica Bloom (she/her)

Professional Counselor Associate

Healing begins when you feel safe, heard, and supported. I am compassionate and dedicated Professional Counselor Associate who cares.

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Sarah Ranney (she/her)

Professional Counselor Associate

I help individuals and couples understand painful patterns, deepen connection, and move toward healing and change.

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Carlyn Glaser (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

MS LPC

I treat diverse couples and individuals. I use warmth and humor to connect with them to make emotional and behavioral changes.

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Licensed Professional Counselor

Burnout is everywhere. Professional women/working moms, women between jobs, teachers, students, caregivers - all tell me they are chronically tired, overwhelmed and discouraged. I hear from them how work, relationships, and even recreation - just feel like demands on their time. They're just *done*!

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The Hope Connection LMFT, LPC

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

A diverse team of therapists dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, families, children, and groups in building healthier lives.

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Aaron Bigaouette

Professional Counselor Associate

I offer a warm, collaborative space for teens and adults to explore what they're experiencing, navigating life, and create meaningful change

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Family Ties Counseling Center

Licensed Professional Counselor

We help couples and families thrive. Our therapists work with children, teens, and their families. We welcome individual adults as well.

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Peggy Fulda

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Hey, I'm Peggy. I support people working through Big T and little t traumas: sadness, loss, disconnection, despair, and identity questions.

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Brad Poser, MS, CRC

Professional Counselor Associate

Everybody struggles with feelings of self worth or discouragement. Whether from personal loss, social difficulties or bumps in our relationships, it's easy to forget these emotions are a natural part of the human experience. It's even harder to remember it's okay to ask for help when overwhelmed.

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