Portland Therapy Center
Stephanie Alley

Stephanie Alley

Licensed Professional Counselor

LPC, NCC

For women who look strong on the outside but feel unsettled inside—therapy for midlife transitions and renewed direction.

Client Status

accepting clients

Contact

541-900-4285

5075 SW Griffith Drive

Ste 250

Beaverton, 97005

Email Website

At a Glance

Me

Rate: $150-$225

Practicing Since: 2006

Languages: English

Services

  • Individual

Insurances Accepted

  • Out of Pocket
  • Evernorth
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser
  • MODA
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My Ideal Client

I am particularly well-suited to work with professional women over 40 who are navigating: Midlife transitions and identity shifts Divorce, relationship changes, or emotional disconnection Anxiety, depression, and chronic overwhelm Grief and loss (including ambiguous or “invisible” losses) Burnout, career dissatisfaction, and role strain Communication challenges in relationships Parenting transitions and changing family dynamics Reconnecting with confidence, purpose, and inner clarity

My Approach to Helping

Therapy with me is both reflective and practical—supporting emotional insight while also building skills you can use in daily life. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal and Relational approaches, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, coaching, and strengths-based frameworks. Together, we identify patterns that no longer serve you and clarify what matters most moving forward. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process distressing or unresolved experiences so they no longer feel as emotionally charged in the present. EMDR can be especially helpful for trauma, grief, and long-standing emotional blocks. My goal is to help you feel lighter, clearer, and more aligned with who you are becoming.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe meaningful change happens in where people feel safe, understood, and not judged. My work is shaped by both clinical training and decades of experience in leadership, business, community service, and crisis response. I’ve spent much of my life walking alongside people during times of transition, stress, and uncertainty—when things feel heavy or hard to navigate alone. I’m drawn to roles that require steadiness, compassion, and clear thinking under pressure. My volunteer work in disaster response and trauma intervention reflects my belief that calm, grounded support matters most when life feels overwhelming. My background in leadership and business ownership helps me understand the realities many professional women face, including burnout, responsibility for others, and the pressure to hold everything together. My style is relaxed, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I value honesty, curiosity, and warmth, and believe people are resilient and worthy of practical, human support.

Techniques I Use

Issues I Treat

Specialties

  • Adjustment Disorder External link

    I support individuals struggling to manage stress from life changes, such as career transitions, moves, relationship shifts, or health challenges. Life transitions can affect many areas—emotions, routines, relationships, and overall well-being. Together, we build coping strategies, manage overwhelm, and clarify priorities to navigate these changes with greater balance, confidence, and resilience.

  • Loss or Grief External link

    I support individuals experiencing loss or grief, helping them process emotions and navigate the challenges that arise in daily life. Grief can touch every part of your world—relationships, routines, work, and self-identity. Together, we build coping strategies, foster resilience, and create space for healing at your own pace.

  • Autism External link

    Supporting Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum & Their Parents I support parents of children on the autism spectrum, helping them set realistic expectations and foster independence and resilience. I also work with young adults who are able to engage in life, guiding them to accept themselves while building skills to navigate relationships, social expectations, and daily challenges with confidence.

  • Divorce External link

    I support women navigating divorce, helping them process grief, manage overwhelm, and rebuild confidence. Divorce affects every part of life—relationships, routines, identity, and future plans. Together, we clarify values, set healthy boundaries, and develop practical strategies to regain balance, resilience, and self-trust.

  • Aging Concerns External link

    I support individuals navigating aging-related concerns, from discuss end-of-life planning, to addressing personal challenges like stability, health, relationships, and resources. Together, we explore coping strategies, clarify priorities, and build resilience to face this stage of life with confidence and peace of mind.

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