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.

Olivia Cardello

Professional Counselor Associate

Hi! I am Olivia Cardello. Within a safe, collaborative space built on trust and attunement, I support thoughtful, care and exploration.

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Evan Stuart (he/him)

Professional Counselor Associate

People want an experience of healing, not just an explanation, something they can feel deeply in a therapeutic relationship.

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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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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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Sydni Vaughan (She/Her)

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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Shannon Haan (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW

I believe it is my honor to hold space for the stories of others and would love to support you in navigating and understanding yours

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Tori Haerter (she/her)

Student Counselor

Hello! I look forward to hearing your unique story and supporting you wherever you find yourself on your journey today.

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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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Amy Marea (she/her/hers)

Student Counselor

LPC Intern

A warm, relational space for individuals and partners seeking healing, deeper self-understanding, and more connected relationships.

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Kat Canada (they/them)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW, LICSW

I offer relational, radical, and collaborative psychotherapy to children, teens, and young adults under 30. I also see parents and families.

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Sarah Whipple (she/her)

Student Counselor

I offer individual and couples therapy at $25 per session, or I can match your co-pay, whichever is less!

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Beck Beverage (they/them)

Student Counselor

Do you long for deeper contact with your body, the people you care about, and the earth? Let's connect.

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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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