Susan Evans, PsyD — Psychologist in Portland, OR
Address516 SE Morrison St #610 OR, Portland, OR 97214
Phone+1503-914-0250
Websitesusanevanspsyd.com
Susan Evans is a licensed psychologist in Portland, Oregon, offering online video sessions for individuals in the state. She approaches psychotherapy as an opportunity to explore and heal difficult emotions, painful memories, or life transitions. Dr. Evans earned her Master's and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. Her clinical training included work with people living with illness and stigma, child trauma, and various empirically validated psychotherapies. She incorporates Attachment Theory, Control Mastery Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR into her practice, and continues to study Buddhist Psychology. Her background also includes literature, studio arts, government, and journalism.
Best for
- Oregon residents
- Individuals seeking trauma treatment
- Those exploring life transitions
| Key services | Online video sessions, Psychotherapy, Counseling, Supervision, Consultation |
| Tags | psychologist, portland, oregon, online therapy, video sessions, trauma, cbt, emdr, attachment theory, psychotherapy |
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