Existential Therapists in Oregon
36 providers found
Existential therapy explores life's big questions — meaning, freedom, isolation, and mortality. Oregon existential therapists help you confront anxiety and uncertainty by building a more authentic, purposeful life.
Steve Ratcliff
MA, LPCC (NM), LPC (OR), LMHC (WA), NCC, CST · Oregon City, OR
I am a licensed mental health counselor and AASECT certified sex therapist in private practice living in the Portland, OR region who specializes in treating Gender, Sexual, and…
Kavitha Goldowitz
MFT · Portland, OR
I am a licensed psychotherapist as well as a certified Life Coach. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My areas of expertise include…
Lilly Martin, LCSW
LCSW · Portland, OR
I have witnessed the human capacity to heal and transform, and know, without a doubt, that all humans have the capacity to release what is no longer needed. I support adults to…
Sara Lytle, LCSW, MDiv
LCSW, MDiv · Eugene, OR
I see therapy as a process of accompaniment and as a practice of “turning toward” our experience with compassion and curiosity. My approach is grounded in a…
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When Talk Therapy and Medication Aren’t Quite Enough: Another Way to Support Your Mental Health
If you’ve tried talk therapy, medication—or both—and still feel like something isn’t quite clicking, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where they understand their patterns, have tools to cope, and are doing “all the right things”… yet still feel stuck. Maybe your mind knows what to do, but your body doesn’t seem to follow. O
Where Neurofeedback Fits in Mental Health Care: A Complement, Not a Replacement
Mental health care is evolving. Today, more providers are recognizing that lasting change often requires supporting not just thoughts and behaviors—but the underlying patterns of the nervous system itself. This is where neurofeedback can play a valuable role. What Is Neurofeedback? Neurofeedback is a non-invasive form of brain training that helps the brain become more flexible, regulated,
Left on Read by Therapy: Coping With the Silence
Maybe you've had it happen before. You spend what feels like forever debating whether it's time to reach out for help. Then the day comes where you're finally feeling ready so you look around, you find a few people, you draft the email (and edit it a thousand times because you're worried it doesn't sound right), you send it, then…. Nothing. Radio silence. You spent all that time working up
As of April 2026, Oregon Counselor Directory lists 31 therapists specializing in existential therapy across Oregon. These providers can address a range of existential concerns and conditions, with 23 offering telehealth sessions, making care accessible to residents in both rural and urban areas. Nine therapists accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), which may offer low-cost or no-cost therapy sessions to eligible individuals. Additionally, 11 of these existential therapists offer sliding scale fees, which can accommodate clients with varying financial circumstances. A total of 30 existential therapists are currently accepting new clients, with 24 providing in-person sessions. These therapists often use existential approaches to address life's fundamental questions and promote personal growth.