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.
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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LPC Intern
A warm, relational space for individuals and partners seeking healing, deeper self-understanding, and more connected relationships.
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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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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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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
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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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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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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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MA
Are you struggling to get through the day, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or out of control? Please reach out for support.
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CSWA
I welcome humor in therapy and offer a warm, judgment-free environment where you are safe to explore the uncomfortable.
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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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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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Masters of Arts in Clincial Psychology (MA), Registered Associate
A warm, relational space to slow down, reconnect, and make meaning—rooted in curiosity, social justice, and the wisdom of your whole self.
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Pre-Licensed
Hello! I am a pre-licensed therapist getting my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in children and adolescents.
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Accepting new clients. Compassionate therapy for children, teens, adults, couples & families in Portland and Newberg.
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