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.

Pacific Psychology & Comprehensive Health Pacific University

Qualified Mental Health Professional

QMHP, Mental Health Intern, PsyD, PA-C

We provide outpatient assessment, therapy, and medication management for a wide range of mental health concerns.

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Scott LaForce (He, him)

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

MFT-Associate

I have danced with the light, the dark, and the spectrum of color. Now I’d like to help you along your journey.

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Kaeli Parrish (she/her)

Student Counselor

I am a student counselor who focuses on creating a collaborative, authentic and safe environment for my clients.

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Michael Pollet (he/him)

Social Worker

Graduate Intern

I welcome humor in therapy and offer a warm, judgment-free environment where you are safe to explore the uncomfortable.

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Wanda Burgi (she/her)

Student Counselor

When life feels upside down, I’m here - offering a space to breathe, support to lean on, and empathy that heals.

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Allies In Change

Qualified Mental Health Professional

Allies in Change is a nonprofit social activist organization and counseling services center, offering individual, couples, and group therapy

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Lewis & Clark Community Counseling Center

Student Counselor

Providing low-cost, culturally sensitive and affirming counseling and therapy services. Proudly serving Portland and the greater metro area.

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Ashley George (she/her)

Qualified Mental Health Professional

QMHA-R

I love art, dogs, playing outside, and challenging systems of oppression as they exist within/throughout us. Let's see if we're a good fit!

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Brendan Lee (he/him/his)

Student Counselor

Graduate Student Intern

I strive to offer a space where you can bring your whole self—your struggles, dreams, and everything in between.

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Alyssa Courtney (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

QMHA

My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.

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Misha VanEaton

Clinical Social Work Associate

CSWA

Providing therapy for individuals navigating grief and loss, the impacts of trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.

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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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