Portland Therapy Center
Saren Craig

Saren Craig (He/They)

Licensed Professional Counselor

LPC, M.A. Counseling and Guidance

Transmasculine LPC in Portland. Direct, warm, affirming — you don't have to have it together to walk in.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

503-489-8188

1135 SE Salmon St.

Suite L4

Portland, 97205

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At a Glance

Me

Rate: $130-$190

Provides free initial consultation

Provides telehealth services

Practicing Since: 2016

Languages: English

Services

  • Individual

Insurances Accepted

  • Providence Health Plan

My Ideal Client

You might be a good fit if you've been carrying something alone — LGBTQ+, trans and nonbinary folks, BIPOC and neurodivergent clients, and anyone navigating trauma, depression, or systems that weren't built for them. You don't need a diagnosis or a plan to reach out. If you need a gender-affirming surgery letter, send a Google Meet invite via my calendar; most take one to three sessions. My hope for you: that you find your happiness and grow more confident in who you are.

My Background and Approach

I pay attention to three things at once. What happened to you — the experiences that shaped how you learned to survive. What's happening around you — because external systemic factors like poverty, racism, transphobia, and ableism shape internal struggles more than we're usually taught to notice. And what's happening inside you — the parts of yourself that needed something along the way and didn't get it, especially the younger parts that still carry that. I understand the power dynamics in the counseling relationship, so I work to empower rather than direct, and I keep the sessions interactive and direct: you'll get a real conversation, not an audience. Most people are carrying all three at once.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

With experience in community mental health, supported housing, and inpatient psychiatric hospitals, I bring a wide range of skills to the work. Now in private practice, I can focus more fully on the relationship between client and clinician. I understand that external systems often contribute to internal struggles, and I aim to empower clients by acknowledging the power dynamics in the counseling relationship. I helped start Portland Healing House, providing postoperative care to trans people who would otherwise have had their care postponed, and helping many reach surgery faster with a recovery plan. People are remarkably good at finding ways to survive when the systems around them seem set against them, and that resilience is something I never take for granted. I pay attention to the parts of ourselves that didn't get the affirmation they needed along the way. When those younger parts are met with compassion, healing can happen.

Techniques I Use

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Gender Identity External link

    I'm a trans provider who has walked through this experience myself. I believe everyone deserves autonomy over their body and how they move through the world. Your gender identity is respected here. If you need a letter of support for gender-affirming surgery, the process is simple: send a Google Meet invite through my calendar, and most letters are done in one to three sessions — often just one.

  • LGBTQ Issues External link

    Whether you're coming out to family, navigating a relationship, or untangling questions about your identity, I'm in your corner. Coming out is rarely one conversation; it's a series of them, and the people you tell don't all respond the same way. I can help you plan for that, sit with you after it goes badly, and remind you that who you are was never the problem. Whatever pace you set, we work at it.

  • Anxiety External link

    Everyone experiences anxiety, but at times it can feel overwhelming. I provide a supportive space and offer practical coping strategies like breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and other personalized approaches to help manage anxiety in the moment. My goal is to equip you with tools that reduce anxiety’s impact and help you regain control. You don’t have to face it alone—support is here when you need it most.

  • Personal Growth External link

    I am here to support and encourage your personal growth as you pursue your goals and dreams. Together, we will clarify your objectives for healing and create a plan. I provide both emotional support and practical resources to help you overcome challenges and feel better. Throughout this journey, we’ll celebrate your successes, no matter how big or small, as you continue to grow and reach your full potential.

  • Divorce External link

    I offer compassionate support for individuals navigating the complexities of divorce. This life transition can be incredibly challenging, often involving the rupture of relationships, triggering anxiety, and stirring up intense emotions about one's identity and future. In some cases, both parties may agree that divorce is the best path forward and separate amicably. Whether the process is contentious or peaceful, divorce remains a stressful and emotionally charged experience. My goal is to help

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