Driftline Counseling — Mental health service in Portland, OR
Address80 SE Madison St Suite 242 OR, Portland, OR 97214
Phone+1503-208-6009
Websitedriftlinecounseling.com
Driftline Counseling offers in-person and virtual therapy for individuals and couples in Portland, Oregon. Their experienced counselors provide compassionate care, specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and the stress of daily life or significant transitions. They utilize person-centered, research-backed approaches including EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to help clients process difficult memories, stay present, release tension, and build self-awareness. The mission is to support lasting change by addressing concerns at their root and equipping clients with tools for a full and balanced life. Therapists foster a safe and welcoming space for growth and resilience.
Best for
- Individuals seeking trauma therapy
- Couples navigating relationship issues
- Clients experiencing anxiety or depression
- Those managing life transitions
| Key services | Individual therapy, Couples counseling, In-person sessions, Virtual therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness practices |
| Tags | trauma therapy, relationship counseling, anxiety treatment, depression support, portland therapist, couples therapy, individual counseling, emdr, somatic therapy, telehealth |
Reviews on Google5.0 · 1 reviews
I’ve been seeing my therapist for over a year. She has a rare ability to put you at ease right away, and it’s never felt performative- more like a warm, steady, and compassionate presence. I came in carrying a lot of anxiety and some deep-seated self-worth issues, and the progress has been real. She helps you see yourself more clearly without ever making you feel judged, or like a project. The whole Driftline Counseling practice shares that same energy. It’s clear to me that care is the priority and not just a selling point … which can be quite hard to find. The space itself is beautiful and inviting, too. I’ve never felt compelled to leave a review for a therapist or for a practice before, but here I am :) Thanks so much for creating this space
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