Portland Therapy Center
Jessica Elfin

Jessica Elfin (She/Her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

As a mental health counselor, it is my intention to facilitate an environment in which personal growth, healing, and insight can flourish.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

9712020677

319 SW Washington St

Suite 1001

Portland, 97204

Email

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $90-$230

Provides free initial consultation

Practicing Since: 2022

Languages: English

Services

  • Individual
  • Teen

Insurances Accepted

  • OHP CareOregon/HealthShare
  • OHP Trillium
  • PacificSource

My Approach to Helping

I am primarily guided by the tenets of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a therapeutic framework that empowers individuals to change their relationship with their thoughts and past experiences in order to lead a more meaningful life. I also incorporate the use of humor, mindfulness, and person-centered approaches in my practice. My background working in a wide variety of therapeutic settings lends to my belief that each individual is the expert of their own life and that all people inherently possess the tools to foster a meaningful and valuable life. As a therapist, it is my job to help you access and appreciate your innate gifts. Taking the first steps to begin your wellness journey can feel scary, vulnerable, and unknown. The act of initiating your health journey is a testament to the courage you possess to confront the painful parts of life and blaze a new trail. You deserve to live the meaningful, valuable, and fulfilling life you desire. I am affirming of individuals of a

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am originally from the Bay Area of California but have wanted to move to Portland since I visited it high school. I moved to the Portland area to pursue a career in counseling and have since grown a great appreciation for the PNW. In my free time, I enjoy swimming, reading, getting together with friends, and spending quality time with my cats.

Techniques I Use

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Depression External link

    Depression: For just over five years, I've worked with individuals who struggle with depression. I help clients to access insight and empowerment in order to support them in rebuilding meaning and motivation

  • PTSD External link

    For just over five years, I've worked with individuals who struggle with PTSD. I support clients in making meaning of their experiences in order to instill hope and healing. I also provide clients with effective tools to manage PTSD symptoms.

  • Self-Esteem External link

    I have extensive experience working with individuals who struggle with self-esteem concerns. These individuals and I collaborate to identify core values and experiences that support them in facilitating an enduring and positive sense of self.

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