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.
Professional Counselor Associate
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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People want an experience of healing, not just an explanation, something they can feel deeply in a therapeutic relationship.
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Warm, compassionate, collaborative couple and family therapy student intern. Helping people access their most embodied selves.
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LPC Intern
Therapy for deep feelers & seekers looking for a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to healing & growth. I work with individuals & couples.
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MA, MPH, NCC
Hi! I'm currently accepting new clients with OHP for October 2026.
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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain? You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone.
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LPC
Our mission is to help clients reach their piiq potential—one person, one session, and one breakthrough at a time.
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CMHCI
Warm, affirming therapist grounded in neuroscience and relational work. LGBTQIA+ affirming. Helping people heal, grow, and connect.
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I am a student counselor who focuses on creating a collaborative, authentic and safe environment for my clients.
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Leilany Rose Calataya is a graduate student earning her Master of Arts in Counseling at Northwestern University.
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Mindful Therapy Pacific NW, LLC was formed to meet the ever-growing need for high-quality therapy that is both accessible and affordable.
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I offer individual and couples therapy at $25 per session, or I can match your co-pay, whichever is less!
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M.S.
I'm here to help you grow from adversity, deepen your connection to others, and become clearer on who you are and what you want out of life.
View ProfileLicensed Marriage Family Therapist
LMFT, INHC
I work with adults, couples, families and teens with a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, autoimmunity and hard relationships.
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A diverse team of therapists dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, families, children, and groups in building healthier lives.
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Ph.D.
Welcome! I’m Jacqueline Mai, Ph.D., a psychologist resident based in Portland, Oregon that provides psychotherapy to adults.
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