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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Portland, OR
Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Portland, OR
Addiction support in Portland connects you with 446 licensed providers experienced in recovery, relapse prevention, and evidence-based modalities like motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Virtual and in-person sessions offer flexibility while working with your insurance to minimize costs.
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I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) offering telehealth psychiatric care across Oregon and Washington.
With 12 years of nursing experience laying the foundation for my deep love of patient care, I bring warmth, clinical expertise, and heartfelt dedication to individuals navigating life's most complex mental health conditions.
Specialized Sensitivity
Expertise in hormone-related mood changes, pregnancy and postpartum care, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and menopause. I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive space .
Integrative Wellness
I weave together evidence-based psychiatry with somatic and mindfulness techniques to help clients reconnect with themselves.
Whatever mental health concerns you are navigating, my approach is always trauma-informed and heart-centered.
Navigating your mental health journey is a brave step, and I'm here to meet you where you are. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe your story is unique and deserves to be heard. My approach is rooted in empathy, kindness, and cultural sensitivity.
Hello! I'm glad you're here. I am a licensed therapist in Oregon, with 20 years of experience helping people of all ages recognize their own internal strengths in order to achieve the happiness, peace and potential that we all deserve in a kind, direct and thoughtful way. As a counselor, I operate from a humanistic point of view; acknowledging the benefit of self-acceptance and the importance of free-will as paramount. I will see the good and powerful in you, and help you see it too.
I have over 15 years experience supporting people seeking to be their best selves. I work best with people that are looking to end self-defeating behaviors, adopt new ones and sustain them.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Portland, OR
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 99%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 87%PTSD
- 86%Stress management
- 98%Aetna
- 95%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
- 94%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 54%Providence Health Plan
- 98%English
- 5%Spanish
- 2%Swahili
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 67%Woman
- 32%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 33%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
- 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 1%Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 11%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right addiction counselor for you
Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Portland
Finding addiction therapists in Portland starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, substance use concerns, compulsive behaviors, and recovery maintenance. As you compare therapists, look for training that matches what you want to work on, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, relapse prevention, or coordination with medication-assisted care. Some people also work with a prescriber as part of their care team.
Portland has many addiction counselors across neighborhoods like Northwest Portland, Southeast Portland, and the Pearl District, which can make it useful to narrow your search by format, schedule, and approach. In-person sessions may fit well if you prefer a local office near work, home, or transit. Virtual sessions can expand access when schedule, commute, or provider availability matters. Read therapist bios before booking to see how they describe their work with addiction, whether they mention harm reduction or recovery experience, and whether their communication style feels like a fit.
Therapy in Portland can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway makes that process simpler by showing therapists who are accepting new patients, offering upfront cost estimates after insurance verification, and letting you book directly when you’re ready. This makes it easier to compare addiction therapists in Portland by specialty, availability, location, and insurance fit.
If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:
* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
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