Mauri Counseling — Marriage or relationship counselor in Portland, OR
Address1001 SE Division St #5 OR, Portland, OR 97202
Phone+1503-379-9605
Websitemauricounseling.com
Mauri Castle Myers, LMFT, offers both telehealth and in-person therapy sessions, focusing on the profound impact of relationships on individual well-being. She believes strong relationships provide support and nourishment, while unhealthy ones can cause sadness and frustration. Mauri works collaboratively with clients, aiming for relationships where everyone feels loved and accepted. She specializes in couples counseling but also works with individuals experiencing relational difficulties. Mauri identifies as a fat, neurodivergent (ADHD), cis-gendered, heterosexual, white woman and welcomes discussions about how identity differences may influence the therapeutic process. She is committed to believing clients' experiences and aims to provide a lived experience of closeness and connection, acknowledging and owning her own imperfections.
Best for
- Couples
- Individuals with relational difficulties
- Neurodivergent individuals and couples
- LGBTQ+ individuals and couples
| Key services | Couples counseling, Individual counseling, Telehealth sessions, In-person sessions |
| Tags | couples counseling, individual counseling, relationship therapy, telehealth, in-person therapy, anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergent, lgbtq+ |
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