Therapy And Counseling
Individual Therapy and Counseling Services for Adults, Adolescents, and Children
If you’re looking for individual therapy and counseling, you might know there’s something that can shift with some support, but need reassurance that you’ll land somewhere you can truly feel like you can be yourself. Here, therapy is a real conversation built on respect for wherever you’re at coming in, and our commitment that you won’t be rushed, pushed into anything, or put into a box.
At Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health (MMBH), we’re passionate about introducing an integrative and meaningful approach to individual therapy services and mental health counseling for adults, adolescents, and children across Oregon, Washington, and Maine — including the Portland area.
We are currently accepting new clients for therapy and counseling, both online and in person.
A Collaborative Approach to Therapy & Counseling
Our therapy and counseling services are built on a strong working relationship between you and your therapist. That’s because we’ve seen how mental health counseling works best when you feel deeply and authentically understood. Therapy here should feel like an ongoing partnership centered on providing the most aligned care, and never an evaluation.
You may be reaching out because things are feeling harder to manage alone, which is why we do anything we can to make the process simpler for you.
Who Mental Health Counseling Can Support
You may be wondering whether therapy is right for you. Or maybe you already know you want therapy but are trying to decide whether this is the right place to begin. We encourage this natural hesitation to be sure you’re getting exactly what you need, and we are here to provide any helpful information that can add more clarity or confidence.
People tend to reach out for individual therapy and mental health counseling when they are:
- Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted
- Navigating depression or mood shifts
- Processing past experiences that still feel present
- Adjusting to relationship changes or major life transitions
- Noticing physical changes as a result of stress or carrying too much
- Simply sensing that something feels off and wanting counseling support
We want you to know that you don’t need a perfect explanation to get started. Maybe reaching out is a step to feel confident in the way you can feel supported, based on what you know you need most right now.
We’re always here to help you begin.
Meet Our Therapy Team
We love to get to know every part of your story, relationships that matter, and witness the parts of you that are still unfolding. We believe your care should reflect the depth and individuality of that.
Our therapists each bring their own clinical training, lived insight, and style into the room. What connects us as a team is a shared commitment to grounded, relationship-centered work. We don’t try to control the speed or direction of your process, and we don’t assume we know your story better than you do.
From the very first session, we hope that you feel the difference of a provider who listens closely, honors your perspective, and offers both warmth and reflections that help you see things in a new way.
Mental Health Services to Support You at Any Age
There are many ways to look at mental health, and we never want you to feel like you have to fit yourself into a box.
You might notice some anxiety mixed with low moods, past experiences still showing up in your life that relate to trauma, or you might simply know something feels off but not have the words for it yet.
It can be helpful to take a look at the areas of mental health that our therapists are passionate about, and the wide-array of specialties we have expertise in supporting you with. If nothing resonates, that’s okay too! We’ll help you take that next step in a way that makes sense for what you’re walking through.
Do persistent worries make it hard to focus or relax? We help you recognize patterns, find grounding strategies, and release some of the weight you carry.
Are your moods fluctuating in ways that feel hard to predict? We work with you to find balance and identify coping strategies that align best with your life.
Do low energy, sadness, or lack of motivation interfere with your day? We help you uncover small, meaningful ways to feel steadier and more connected to what matters.
Do repetitive thoughts or habits of control take up too much energy? We provide guidance, perspectives, and tools that help you reclaim inner peace and balance in your daily life.
Are questions about intimacy, desire, or sexual well-being weighing on your mind? We provide a respectful, supportive space to explore concerns and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you noticing past events showing up in your life or a discomfort you can’t quite explain? We create a place where nothing needs to be filtered or polished as you build understanding and ways to feel more secure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy & Counseling
Questions are a normal part of starting anything new, whether it’s your first time in therapy, your first time at our practice, or both. We’ve gathered some of the most common questions we hear below to help guide you.
And if you don’t see an answer here, you’re always welcome to reach out to us directly at (207) 316-2609 or send a message through our contact form.
What is mental health counseling?
Mental health counseling (often just called therapy) is a dedicated time to slow down and talk through what’s been weighing on you with someone trained to listen carefully and respond thoughtfully.
Counseling services can help you understand patterns, manage stress, navigate relationships, and feel steadier as you navigate different experiences that may arise in your daily life or in moments of challenge and transition.
We’re never looking to “fix” a problem, but instead to help you understand yourself with a place you can come regularly to think out loud, be honest about what’s feeling heavy, and begin making changes that feel realistic to where you’re at. You can rely on your therapist to bring the experience, insights, and recommendations to your time together based on what you express you need most and what they’re seeing as highly valuable to your growth.
What can I gain from therapy?
People often start therapy feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, or unsure if anything will really change. We completely understand that, and aim to create a space where things begin to make more sense.
Through therapy, you can see a lot of clarity, from a clearer understanding of your emotions, habits and patterns, and the experiences that shaped the way they show up for you now. As you get to know yourself more, you can build insights that help you notice your needs sooner, respond to stress in new ways, build stronger coping tools, improve relationships, and feel more confident in your decisions and who you are.
For some people, therapy brings relief from experiences like anxiety or low mood. For others, it becomes a place to grow, reflect, and reconnect with what matters. Everyone’s experience is different, but many find that therapy helps them feel less alone and more capable of moving forward in a meaningful way.
Do you offer virtual therapy?
We offer virtual therapy services for clients across Oregon, Washington, and Maine, as well as in-person sessions in Portland, Oregon. This is one way to make therapy more accessible, and can introduce additional benefits like being able to enjoy sessions from the comfort of your home.
How do I choose a therapist?
Choosing a therapist is such a personal decision, and we want to validate how important it is that you feel at ease with anyone you’re partnering with to support you. We encourage you to read through our providers’ bios to get a sense of their passions, personal stories, approaches, specialties, and personalities.
If you’re unsure who might be the best fit for your therapy and counseling needs, you can absolutely schedule an intake session and know that any team member will guide you to the best fit possible from there.
How do I know if I need therapy services?
If stress, anxiety, low mood, or anything else you’re carrying start to feel like too much to balance, or are beginning to affect your daily life, relationships, or sense of stability, therapy and counseling can provide you a dedicated time to process that.
You may not even know what feels different, and that’s okay, too. We focus more on your experience and what you’re noticing than on a certain diagnosis or wording to describe your situation. You never have to fit a mold here, and in fact, we look at every individual uniquely because even with a label, the human experience is so vastly different from one person to the next.
If you feel like it’s time to focus on yourself and have someone in your corner who can take some of the weight off your shoulders, that’s a great time to see how we can support you.
Do I need medication to start therapy?
You never need medication to begin working with a therapist, and many people never introduce it at all. Individual therapy and mental health counseling are complete services on their own and can be deeply effective without any additional support.
At the same time, there is value in bringing medication into the picture when it can help move you into places you’re expressing you want to be. This is a completely optional tool that’s accessible any time you want to explore it, knowing our team is here to answer questions and offer guidance that can help you make an informed choice.
You can learn more about our approaches to psychiatric medication management here.
What You Can Expect
The natural curiosity that comes with being human means our minds love to ask questions and seek deeper understanding before we dive in. Knowing what to expect in your time with us and how to begin can help you feel empowered about your choice.
Here’s a glimpse into what it’s like to work with our team:
We begin with a conversation
We love to start with a 60-minute intake session where we can learn all about what’s been on your mind, what may feel challenging right now, and what an ideal experience would be like for you. Your therapist is there to listen and reflect back what matters most to you so you feel confident in the support you’re getting.
We create a therapeutic relationship
After your intake session, you’ll begin work with your therapist and establish a pace that feels most comfortable. Sessions feel like a collaborative process where you can ask for what you need while trusting we’re here to guide you with approaches grounded in research and purposeful recommendations.
We grow with you
Every time we meet is an opportunity to build together. Your therapist will check in regularly, tailor support and recommendations to what works best for you, and adjust the plan as your needs evolve. You’ll have a steady space to lean on in the good, challenging, and in-between seasons of life.
Choosing the Right Therapy Path for You
Something you’ll feel from the very first conversation you have with us is that you’re in the driver’s seat. One way we deliver that experience is by bringing our therapists and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) together under one roof. That way, your care can feel consistent and coordinated, whether you’re focused on therapy, therapy with medication, medication alone, or no medication at all.
We never require medication management, but instead see this as an added value to anyone who knows they can benefit or gets curious to explore it as they get established in therapy.
You can always feel our open invitation to choose what feels right for you.
Whether you know where you want to be or want to see what’s possible as you build a relationship with our team members, there are always options to meet your goals. Take some time to explore the paths to healing and growth below:
Individual Therapy & Mental Health Counseling
If you’re looking for individual therapy or mental health counseling, you can absolutely focus on the benefits of therapeutic support on its own.
Therapy services will focus on:
- Understanding emotional patterns
- Building coping tools
- Strengthening self-awareness
- Creating steady, meaningful change
Why you might appreciate this option:
- You can rely on a grounded, relationship-based space
- You’ll have time to go deeper, at your own pace
- You’ll have insights and unique perspectives to guide you
- You’ll trust in your therapist to keep your goals top of mind
Therapy & Psychiatric Medication Management Together
Some clients begin mental health therapy already knowing they’d like medication support too. You can also become curious about it over time after working with your therapist initially.
When therapy and psychiatric medication management are combined, your therapist and prescribing nurse can communicate directly so you sense that level of support that feels aligned and intentional.
Why you may appreciate this option:
- You can avoid extra back-and-forth with coordinated care and a team that loves to collaborate with your therapist
- You can feel relief and clarity from medication to go even deeper in your therapy work and self-discovery
- You’ll know there’s a connected team supporting your goals now and however they evolve in the future
Medication Management With an Outside Therapist
If you already have a therapist you love and are seeking psychiatric medication management, our PMHNPs are more than happy to collaborate with your current provider.
We know how valuable a trusted relationship with your therapist can be, so our psychiatric nurse practitioners provide connected, collaborative psychiatric medication management. Your therapist and PMHNP can coordinate care with your permission to make sure you’re in the best hands possible.
Why you may appreciate this option:
- With your permission, we can coordinate directly with your therapist so medication decisions feel informed and complementary.
- You receive specialized psychiatric expertise while keeping the emotional depth and continuity of your current therapy work.
- If adjustments are needed, they’re made collaboratively so your therapist is in the loop and you feel supported rather than shuffled between providers.
- We move at a pace that feels good, giving you space to ask questions and understand your options without pressure.
The Door is Always Open
Starting therapy and counseling doesn’t have to feel complicated. If you’re feeling ready or even just curious, we’re here to meet you where you are.
We are currently accepting new therapy and counseling clients across Oregon (including Portland), Washington, and Maine. It’s simple to self-schedule an intake online with one of our therapists.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Practice
Sessions are conducted primarily online through secure telehealth for clients across Oregon, Washington, and Maine. If you are located in the Portland area and interested in meeting with a provider in person, please contact our office at (207) 316-2609 to discuss current availability.
- In general, we accept:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem, Premera, Regence, etc.)
- Cigna
- First Choice Health
- Kaiser Access PPO
- PacificSource
- Providence
- That said, the insurances our providers work with can vary from provider to provider. To learn what insurances a provider accepts, please visit their About page or contact our office at (207) 316-2609. In addition, we recommend that you check with your insurance company prior to initiating services to ensure we are in-network and to determine your patient responsibility for sessions. If at any time we discover we are not in-network with your insurance, you will be responsible for the full costs of all sessions (past and future).
- We do not accept Medicare.
- We do not accept Medicaid.
- We do not work with EAPs.
- In addition to the accepted insurances listed above, our services are available to self-pay clients and those with out-of-network benefits.
- If You Are Using Insurance:
- If you plan to use insurance, the amount you pay for appointments depends on your specific insurance plan. Copays, deductibles, and coinsurance vary between plans.
- Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC bills in-network insurance plans when applicable. However, your insurance policy is a contract between you and your insurance company. You are responsible for verifying your coverage, confirming that your provider is in network with your specific plan, and understanding any requirements or limitations of your benefits.
- Our office may provide an estimate of expected costs after receiving your insurance information, but this estimate is not a guarantee of coverage or payment. You are ultimately responsible for the cost of services based on how your insurance processes the claim.
- If You Are Self-Pay:
- If you are not using insurance, appointment rates vary depending on the type of service (therapy or medication management) and the length of the appointment. Please contact our office if you would like information about current self-pay rates.
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.
We have therapists with immediate availability. To schedule an intake assessment with one of our therapists, please visit our scheduling page.
To inquire about medication management services with our PMHNP, please contact our office at (207) 316-2609.
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.