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.
Student Counselor
I'm an intern helping individuals, couples, and families build deeper connections, heal patterns, and create more authentic relationships.
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MA, MPH, NCC
Hi! I'm currently accepting new clients with OHP and have immediate openings on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. Updated 12/1/25.
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I am a counseling intern interested in helping individuals and couples overcome trauma, deepen connection, and heal attachment wounds.
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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Providing low-cost, culturally sensitive and affirming counseling and therapy services. Proudly serving Portland and the greater metro area.
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Allies in Change is a nonprofit social activist organization and counseling services center, offering individual, couples, and group therapy
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I believe in the inherent strengths of each person & I am dedicated to helping clients recognize, understand and build upon these strengths.
View ProfileLicensed Professional Counselor
QMHA
My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
View ProfileSomatic Practitioner
SEP, LMT
I'm a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner supporting heartful, intelligent folks who yearn to feel purpose amidst our superficial culture.
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MA
Are you struggling to get through the day, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or out of control? Please reach out for support.
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M.A. Process Oriented Facilitation
I believe that everyone is capable of making positive changes in their lives. I support my clients to find home within themselves.
View ProfileMarriage and Family Therapist Associate
Welcome! I work with individuals (adults and teens), couples and families.
View ProfileLicensed Professional Counselor
Graduate Student Intern
I offer to counsel for a diverse array of needs in order to help individuals thrive in their goals and personal lives.
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I am a transgender graduate student with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and in the clinical needs of neurodiverse clients
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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.
View ProfileProfessional 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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