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.
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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Hi! I offer a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed approach to therapy grounded in mindfulness and somatic practices.
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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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Providing low-cost, culturally sensitive and affirming counseling and therapy services. Proudly serving Portland and the greater metro area.
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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When life feels overwhelming, I offer a space to slow down, explore patterns, and move toward deeper connection.
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Ph.D.
Welcome! I’m Jacqueline Mai, Ph.D., a psychologist resident based in Portland, Oregon that provides psychotherapy to adults.
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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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I am a student counselor who focuses on creating a collaborative, authentic and safe environment for my clients.
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Graduate Student Intern
I offer a warm, grounded, and collaborative space where clients can slow down and feel deeply seen.
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LPC, LMFT, Certified Sex Informed Couples Counselor
I am an LPC and LMFT who has a passion for helping couples and families strengthen their relational bonds to one another.
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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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Allies in Change is a nonprofit social activist organization and counseling services center, offering individual, couples, and group therapy
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LPC Intern
A warm, relational space for individuals and partners seeking healing, deeper self-understanding, and more connected relationships.
View ProfileMarriage and Family Therapist Associate
Welcome! I work with individuals (adults and teens), couples and families.
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Mindful Therapy Pacific NW, LLC was formed to meet the ever-growing need for high-quality therapy that is both accessible and affordable.
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