Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Oregon
115 providers found
Find Oregon therapists who practice Dialectical Behavior (DBT).
Saz McKeith Madison
LP · Portland, OR
Sylvia Zimmerman
MS, LPC, LMHC · Portland, OR
Tee and Center of Cultivating Parents
PhD, LPC
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Pain and Suffering
One of the most useful things I've ever learned in terms of psychology and happiness is the difference between pain and suffering. Pain is the inevitable result of being a human. If you are fortunate enough to live a long time, sooner or later, your body will hurt. Your heart will hurt. You will stub your toe, you'll get sick, someone you love will die. Suffering, on the other hand, is something
What to Do After Your Client Uses Psychedelics
Most clinicians were never trained for this moment. Now it’s happening in session. A client mentions a recent psilocybin experience through Oregon’s legal services. Another discloses they’ve been using ketamine recreationally, and something shifted. A third describes a profound, disorienting experience from years ago that they’ve never shared with anyone — until now.
Preparing for a Psilocybin or Ketamine Session in Oregon: You Don't Need to Feel Ready. You Need to Feel Steady.
Feeling anxious before your session is more common than people admit You might be looking forward to it. And also feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or quietly afraid. Both things can be true at once. Maybe you’ve been thinking about this for months — researching, talking with a facilitator, weighing options. You’ve read, made the appointment. Now, with the date approaching, you won
As of April 2026, 65 Oregon therapists listed on Oregon Counselor Directory specialize in Dialectical Behavior (DBT) therapy. This approach, which integrates acceptance and change strategies, is widely used for managing emotional dysregulation and improving interpersonal effectiveness. 49 of these providers offer telehealth sessions, making DBT accessible to Oregonians across the state. 25 therapists accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), and 28 offer sliding scale fees, ensuring financial accessibility. 60 DBT therapists are currently accepting new clients, and 57 provide in-person sessions. These therapists may utilize DBT's structured techniques to address a range of concerns, including borderline personality disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.