www.Portland-Therapist.com

Gresham ~ 406 NE 4th

We are privileged to share space with "Gresham Family Law" in a lovely, renovated 1924 building near old-downtown Gresham, just three blocks north of Powell Boulevard. Free parking is available.

Dina Yerex, LPC, CADCIII, CGACIII I counsel individuals and couples for issues including addictions, anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma recovery. I help clients both build insight and understanding and take steps toward positive change and growth. Some insurance accepted.	Christine Mermilliod, L.P.C., L.M.T. I focus on helping you to to recognize and use your personal strengths; and to identify dysfunctional patterns, behaviors, and thought processes, so that you can move forward from surviving to thriving.
Roxie Sprick, L.M.F.T. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I provide professional counseling to children, couples, families, and individuals; Working collaboratively with you to build healthier and more satisfying relationships.

Dina Yerex, LPC, CADC III, CGAC II

Individual, Couples, and Family Counseling
971-226-4040
www.dinayerex.com

Email: dina@dinayerex.com

I offer individual, couples and family counseling for people who are struggling with issues such as:

• Stress due to life changes
• Feeling depressed or down
• Having difficulty making changes -- feeling 'stuck,' ashamed, frustrated or angry about not making the changes you would like to make
• Relationship problems
• Communication problems
• Substance abuse or gambling problems
• Relationship with another who is using substances or gambling
• Difficulty after a traumatic experience
• Difficulty after military service / Veteran's issues
• Feeling anxious about making changes
• Grief and loss
• Building a meaningful and fulfilling life

I believe we all have the capacity to make positive choices and create growth in our lives, and that exploration of the past and present, along with learning skills for the present and future, can be helpful. A central focus of my practice is to help clients move out of cycles of self-blame for not meeting goals in spite of repeated attempts by instead learning to recognize the coping behaviors that are no longer working and replace those with more effective ways to meet goals.

Qualifications: I hold a Master's degree in Community Counseling and an Education Specialist's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor III, and Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor II.

Experience: I have been working in the mental health and addictions field in the Portland area since 2003. During this time, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families to address issues related to mental health, substance abuse, and gambling addiction, and the impact of these on relationships.

My standard fee for a 50-minute session is $110.00. I offer one free 30-minute initial consultation per client, couple, or family, during which we can determine whether we are a good fit to work together. I am on some insurance panels, including Aetna, MHN (covers HealthNet members), ODS, LifeSynch (covers Humana members), and LifeWise. I am able to bill some other insurance plans, and I can work with you to determine if your insurance will cover our sessions. If you are interested in working with me, do not have insurance, and would have difficulty paying my standard rate, please do not hesitate to contact me, as I have some availability for those paying at my discounted fee schedule rates.

Practice Locations: I practice at the Wise Counsel office in Gresham and at a second office in Sandy.

I know that finding a counselor can be difficult, as each client has unique needs and each counselor offers a different skill set and approach. I invite all inquiries, and will be happy to schedule a free 30-minute initial consultation with you. For more information about me and my practice, see my website at www.dinayerex.com

Christine Mermilliod, M.S., L.P.C., L.M.F.T.

Individual, Family and Relationship Counseling
Appointment Line: 503-891-9858
Email: cmermilliod@comcast.net

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I graduated with a Masters Degree in Counseling from San Diego State University in May 1999. I am licensed in Oregon as Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; I am also a National Certified Counselor. My fee for the initial intake assessment is $75, with follow-up sessions at $70. I also offer sliding-fee rates based on income and need. I also accept Oregon Crime Victim's Assistance, ComPsych (EAP and regular insurance) and may be able to accept other insurance plans in the future.

I believe that clients have the ability to change and improve their lives. I primarily use a Cognitive therapy approach, however, I also employ concepts, techniques, and strategies from other theories when needed or useful. I focus on helping clients to identify family and personal patterns, maladaptive thought processes, and their own strengths. I work with adults to provide individual therapy. Relationship and family therapy may be available, please contact me for consultation.

Issues and populations I work with include:

• Trauma recovery for survivors or witnesses of crime, domestic violence, childhood abuse, sexual assault, and traumatic death
• Depression
• Anxiety disorders (phobias, OCD)
• Sexual dysfunction (female)
• GLBTQ
• Grief and loss
• Women's issues
• Clients from non-mainstream communities (BDSM, Poly, Buddhism, Paganism)
• Assertiveness
• Low self-esteem
• Divorce and other life transitions
• Difficulty with change (relationships, work, parenting, etc)
• Meaning, fulfillment, mindfulness

A good therapeutic fit is crucial for success. If at the end of the initial consultation session you feel that we are not a good fit, you will not be charged for the appointment.

Roxie Sprick, L.M.F.T