Michael Crone (he/him)

What I Specialize In

I specialize in working with adults across Oregon who are navigating: - Anxiety, overthinking, or a persistent sense of unease - Depression or feelings of disconnection and emptiness - Bipolar disorder and emotional shifts that feel hard to manage - PTSD and the lingering impact of past trauma - Identity exploration, especially for queer and trans individuals - Grief, loss, and major life transitions - Relationship challenges and self-esteem concerns My approach is affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on helping you build insight and compassion for yourself and the systems that have shaped your experience.

Why I Became a Therapist

Even before I became a therapist, I was fascinated by human behavior — by the complexity of people’s emotions and decisions. What I’ve come to believe through my own journey is this: there is real power in being heard. I know how healing it can be to sit across from someone who doesn’t expect you to have it all figured out. Someone who welcomes your questions, your pain, your full humanity — and who trusts that you’re already carrying the seeds of your own growth. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Portland State University and am currently pursuing advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I also volunteer with local AIDS service organizations to support access to sexual health care and gender-affirming care in our community.