Portland Therapy Center
Congruent Therapy: Italia Hensley

Congruent Therapy: Italia Hensley (She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

MS, LMFT, CNM-Certified

Hi, my name is Italia (she/her), and I work with individuals dealing with many different struggles and meet them where they are at.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

4582040197

Portland , 97215

Email Website

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $180-$250

Provides free initial consultation

Practicing Since: 2020

Services

  • Individual
  • Group
  • Relationship

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Pocket
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • OHP CareOregon/HealthShare
  • Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Our Ideal Client

I work with individuals dealing with trauma, C-PTSD, PTSD, boundaries, self-esteem, sexuality, identity, shame, anxiety, panic, negative self-talk, relational issues, family trauma, and polyamorous/CNM exploration from a systemic perspective. My work is eclectic, reflecting the diverse backgrounds, experiences, personalities, and issues of my clients. My goal is to help you find acceptance and happiness within yourself, your relationships, and your environment.

What I Specialize In

I have experience with various modalities and work with people from all walks of life. I primarily use Narrative Therapy, Humanistic approaches, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I also have specialized training in EFT, EFIT, IFIO, supporting LGBTQIA+, polyamorous/CNM relationships, couples, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent humans. A good fit would be someone who has the openness to take on the slow burn that therapy requires. If you’re seeking someone who is both supportive and challenging, that’s me. I'll be a secure attachment in your life that also kicks you in the butt. I work with couples, poly systems, individuals, queer and neurodivergent, using an affirmative approach with empathy, curiosity, and compassion. I am Consensual Non-Monogamy certified through The Sexual Health Alliance. I employ Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Narrative Therapy, IFS, and Gottman, and integrate other modalities as needed to meet clients where they are.

Why I am a Good Fit for You

I believe that you are the expert of your life, but while I can give you insight and many tools, you're the most important factor to change and success. I’m a cis neurodivergent individual with fibromyalgia, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and ADHD. I’m a self-made business owner, supervisor, and PhD student, as well as a cat mom, partner, and a direct and sassy person. Some of the reasons I became a therapist include childhood trauma, poverty, abuse, and feeling unsafe in my body.

Techniques I Use

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Sexual Problems External link

    I'm enrolled at The Modern Sex Therapy Institutes working on my PhD in Sexology to become a sex therapist. My goal is to expand my knowledge to help clients address sexual issues by addressing sexual desire discrepancies with their partner(s), sexual pain, challenge patriarchal views of sex, exploration of sexual identity, processing sexual trauma, find pleasure, and challenge shame narratives around sexuality. *Disclaimer, I am not a certified sex therapist, but I am being supervised for this.

  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships External link

    I am Consensual Non-Monogamous Certified through The Sexual Health Alliance. My work with poly and consensual non-monogamous clients is centered around supporting you and your partners to create fulfilling, rewarding, safe, consensual relationships. I can help you on your journey if you are just starting to question monogamy to seasoned individuals, couples, and systems that need extra support and guidance.

  • Self-Esteem External link

    I love working with individuals around self-esteem. Self-esteem work is vital to a healthy and happy life as an individual, in a relationship, and in the workforce. Let me help you melt away societal, familial, and relational constraints getting in the way of living your most authentic and congruent life.

  • Relationship / Marriage Issues External link

    Supporting you in fostering healthy and happy relationships, be that individually, couple, ethically non-monogamous, or polyamory, is my bread and butter. I believe in dependency and individualism in relationships. Many people do not like the word dependent, defined as "a person who relies on another." But what is a relationship? It is "the way in which people are connected." Connection and trust are the cornerstone of this. You must have both and it is my pleasure to help you find them.

  • LGBTQ Issues External link

    I work with many LGBTQIA2S+ around a variety of concerns. My approach is affirming and I create a safe place for you to be or learn who your authentic self is in a nonjudgmental environment. Our work is always going to be centered around empathy and safety, but also be challenging and rewarding.

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