About Hanna Abaata (She/Her)
Hanna Abaata - Clinical Social Work Associate / Therapist
Helping Children, Teens, and Adults Feel Safe, Seen, and Understood
You may be here because something just doesn’t feel right. Maybe your child is behaving in ways you don’t fully understand—or withdrawing in ways that concern you. Maybe your teen is struggling with anxiety, school pressure, or big emotions that feel too heavy for their age. Or maybe you’re an adult trying to make sense of everything you’ve been through while figuring out who you are and where you’re headed.
If any of that sounds familiar, I want you to know: it’s okay to ask for support, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
Therapy Can Be a Place to Exhale
As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a gentle, supportive space where children, teens, and adults can show up exactly as they are—without needing to hide parts of themselves to be accepted. My approach isn’t about “fixing” anyone. It’s about helping you or your child understand your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with more compassion and clarity so you can move forward feeling more grounded and in tune with who you are.
How I Work
When I meet with someone in therapy, I want them to feel safe, heard, and never judged. I draw from trauma-focused approaches like TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Lifespan Integration, and parts work, such as Internal Family Systems. These tools help you or your child reconnect with parts of yourself that have been hurt, silenced, or misunderstood—and create space for healing.
In session, we might talk about what’s going on at school, work, or home, but we’ll also explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Whether it’s fear, sadness, anger, or self-doubt, we’ll make space for those feelings. We’ll talk about them in ways that feel manageable. And together, we’ll explore how to make sense of your emotions, heal from what’s been painful, and grow in ways that feel right for you.
Who I Work With
I specialize in working with:
- Children who feel anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or who express big feelings through behavior
- Teens navigating identity, friendships, anxiety, trauma, or family dynamics
- Young adults facing life transitions, feeling stuck, or wanting to make sense of past experiences
I also support clients experiencing:
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Challenges related to self-worth, family conflict, or emotional regulation
- Feeling like they’re “too much” or “not enough”
Why I Do This Work
Like many people, I faced challenges during adolescence and young adulthood that shaped the person I’ve become. My own healing journey led me to become a therapist. Over the years, I’ve studied psychology and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and I’ve come to deeply believe that therapy can be a turning point. It’s a space to pause, reflect, and rewrite the stories that may have shaped us, but don’t have to define us.
What Therapy Feels Like With Me
Clients often tell me they feel comfortable being themselves in session with me, even when it’s hard to talk about what they’re going through. I show up with curiosity, respect, and sometimes a bit of humor—because healing can be heavy, but it doesn’t always have to be.
Whatever we’re working through—painful memories, anxiety, or building emotional awareness—my goal is to help you or your child feel more grounded, connected, and whole.
If You’re Thinking About Reaching Out
It takes courage to ask for help—whether you’re a young person looking for support as you navigate everything you’re carrying or a parent looking for the right support for your child. I’d be honored to walk alongside you or your child through this part of the journey. I believe healing is possible, and I’d love to help you get there.
Interested in Getting Started?
I provide online therapy to children, teens, and adults in Oregon. If you’re ready to move forward, you can conveniently schedule an intake assessment using the calendar below.
If you have any questions before scheduling, feel free to call our office at (207) 316-2609 or reach out through our contact form.
Accepted Forms of Payment
Self-Pay
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem, Premera, Regence, etc.)
Cigna
PacificSource
Providence
While I accept the insurances indicated above, I may not accept your specific insurance plan. Clients are responsible for ensuring our organization is in-network with their specific insurance plan and ensuring services are covered by their plan.
I do not accept Medicare and Medicaid
Schedule Your Intake Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Practice
Sessions are conducted primarily online via telehealth. If you are interested in meeting with a provider in-person, please contact our office at (207) 316-2609 to discuss availability for in-person sessions.
I accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem, Premera, Regence, etc.), Cigna, PacificSource, and Providence. However, I may not accept your specific insurance plan. It is your responsibility to verify that our organization is in-network with your plan and that services are covered.
If at any time we discover that we are not in-network with your insurance plan, you will be responsible for the full costs of all sessions (past and future).
Please note, I do not accept Medicaid, Medicare, or work with EAPs.
Services are available to self-pay clients and those with out-of-network benefits.
Please call our office at (207) 316-2609 or complete our contact form if you have any questions.
For individuals using insurance to cover appointments, the cost of appointments is determined by each insurance’s contracted rates with our organization. Thus, the cost of appointments may be notably different than the cost of appointments for individuals who are self-pay. Furthermore, the cost of appointments may vary from session to session depending on several factors to include the length of the appointment and the complexity of the appointment. If you plan to use insurance, our office can provide a better estimate of costs once you provide your insurance information. Please contact us at (207) 316-2609 if you require further assistance.
For individuals who are self-pay:
Rates vary depending on type of service (therapy vs. medication management) and length of session. Please contact our office for additional information.
Payments are completed through our patient portal. Payments can be made using major credit/debit cards (American Express, Visa, Mastercard, etc.) as well as FSAs and HSAs.
Our policy is to collect payments before rendering services. However, we cannot always predict the cost of sessions in advance because services and length of sessions may vary from appointment to appointment. For clients using insurance, you will likely be responsible for either a co-pay or for paying the full costs of sessions until your deductible is met. Please ensure you fully understand your insurance benefits to prevent future billing concerns.
Regardless of your insurance status and payment method, we will always be as up-front with you as possible about the cost of treatment.
- The online scheduler above shows my availability over the next 20 days. If no appointments are available, please check back in a few days.
- For appointments beyond this 20-day window, you can return closer to your preferred appointment date. Alternatively, you can view availability for our other therapists here.
Clients must cancel or reschedule appointments at least 48 hours before their appointment. If appointments are not canceled or rescheduled with at least 48 hours’ notice, or if clients do not show to their appointment, they will be charged a late cancellation fee of $150. To ensure we treat all clients consistently and ethically and to be respectful of our providers’ time, we must enforce our late cancellation and no-show policy. Fees incurred for late cancellations and no shows are out-of-pockets expenses. They cannot be billed to insurance.