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.

Family Ties Counseling Center

Licensed Professional Counselor

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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James Nwosu

Qualified Mental Health Professional

I am a dedicated CADC-Registered Associate committed to helping individuals overcome addiction and reclaim control of their lives.

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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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Kaeli Parrish (she/her)

Student Counselor

I am a student counselor who focuses on creating a collaborative, authentic and safe environment for my clients.

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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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Mindful Therapy Pacific NW, LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor

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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Jean LaRosa (she/her)

Student Counselor

When life feels overwhelming, I offer a space to slow down, explore patterns, and move toward deeper connection.

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Moriah Weiner (she/her)

MFT Student Intern

Supporting adults, kids, and families through life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth with a collaborative approach.

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LB Miller (they/them)

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

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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Dominic Passarelli (he/him)

Student Counselor

You have skills, strengths, and goals. Let's work together on how you want your life story to be written.

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C. M. Tollefson (He/Him)

Professional Counselor Associate

I work relationally to help individuals and couples overcome trauma, deepen connection, and heal attachment wounds.

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Henry Hawking

Student Counselor

I am a student counselor, earning my MSW at Portland State. I see authenticity and trust as the foundation of every therapeutic connection.

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Allies In Change

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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Ash Jocz (she/they)

Professional Counselor Associate

I work with individuals and families to fight "the big sad" and whatever else keeps you feeling stuck.

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Karine Charrier

Student Counselor

My name is Karine (kuh-REEN). I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, make sense of your story.

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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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