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.

Brave Hope Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor

Brave Hope Counseling is Mental Health collective striving to create a safe space full of understanding, pride, and strength for our clients

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Olivia Cardello

Student Counselor

Hi! I am Olivia DeNicholas. Within a safe, collaborative space built on trust and attunement, I support thoughtful, forward-moving care.

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Sarah Coleman

Professional Counselor

Student Counselor

Life can feel alienating—how do we make space to be our truest selves while moving through culture, family, and community?

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Nico Evers (He/Him)

Qualified Mental Health Professional

Clinical Counseling Intern

Hi, I'm Nico 👋 I offer a grounded, relational approach to individual and couples therapy rooted in Gestalt, somatic, and mindfulness.

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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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Leslie Jones

Licensed Professional Counselor

I help facilitate meaningful change in your life. My hope is that you deepen your understanding of yourself, and achieve personal resolution

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Michaela Rushing (she/her)

Professional Counselor Associate

Are you struggling to get through the day, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or out of control? Please reach out for support.

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Michelle Philbrick (She/Her)

Student Counselor

I am Michelle Philbrick, an EMDR-trained Counseling Intern with 20 years of experience in the field of emergency services as a provider.

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Jean LaRosa (she/her)

Student Counselor

When life feels overwhelming, I offer a space to slow down, explore patterns, and move toward deeper connection.

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Karine Charrier

Student Counselor

My name is Karine (kuh-REEN). I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, make sense of your story.

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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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