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.
MFT Student Intern
I help folks navigate the complexity of their minds, unpack attachment wounds, and build more honest, resilient relationships.
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MA, MPH, NCC
Hi! I'm currently accepting new clients with OHP for October 2026.
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MA
You don’t have to shrink, soften, or perform your way through therapy. Bring your whole, complicated self. We’ll make room for all of it.
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M.SW., C.S.W.A.
Dedicated social worker specializing in aiding children, teens, and adults. Collaborative team player promoting transformative change
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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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QMHA-I, CADC-R, Professional Mental Health Counseling Intern
I support adults and teens struggling with eating disorders and help them get to a place where recovery feels sustainable and freeing.
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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain? You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone.
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I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy to children, teens, and adults in the greater Portland area. In-person and Virtual availability.
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My goal is to support others in discovering and tapping into their innate wisdom and authentic self. I believe that you are the expert of yo
View ProfileLicensed 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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Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
I am a relational therapist with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and the clinical needs of neurodiverse clients
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I work with individuals and families to fight "the big sad" and whatever else keeps you feeling stuck.
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I offer a warm, collaborative space for teens and adults to explore what they're experiencing, navigating life, and create meaningful change
View ProfileLicensed Clinical Social Worker
Hey, I'm Peggy. I support people working through Big T and little t traumas: sadness, loss, disconnection, despair, and identity questions.
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Pre-Licensed Professional
Hi my name is Kylie! I promote long lasting healing by exploring your attachments and creating internal harmony!
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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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