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.
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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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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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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Leilany Rose Calataya is a graduate student earning her Master of Arts in Counseling at Northwestern University.
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When life feels overwhelming, I offer a space to slow down, explore patterns, and move toward deeper connection.
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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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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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We help couples and families thrive. Our therapists work with children, teens, and their families. We welcome individual adults as well.
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I offer individual and couples therapy at $25 per session, or I can match your co-pay, whichever is less!
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I am a student counselor who focuses on creating a collaborative, authentic and safe environment for my clients.
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LPC, CRC, MS
Welcome to Sense of Self PDX! I am here to help you to be understood and supported as you strive for the life and relationships you want.
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Supporting adults, kids, and families through life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth with a collaborative approach.
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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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What has been on your mind? Together, we’ll explore how relationships, experiences, and patterns shape where you are and what comes next.
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I am a student counselor, earning my MSW at Portland State. I see authenticity and trust as the foundation of every therapeutic connection.
View ProfileLicensed 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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