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Amanda Melbostad

Counseling Creative Embodied Psychotherapy
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Burnout, ADD/ADHD,

Introduction

Healing is a basic human right, and we all hold the potential to heal. I believe the struggles of daily life and oppressive systems cause us to lose connection to our soul and purpose, leading to our suffering. Our bodies not only hold the stories of our lives but that of our ancestors. I believe both creativity and the mind-body connection are medicine with the potential to bring us into a deeper connection with ourselves, which in turn helps us connect deeper to the world around us, providing our lives with meaning. I use both the mind-body connection and creativity to gently guide you into a deeper relationship with your true self which is where healing can begin. As a certified yoga instructor, I utilize breath work, mindfulness and creativity in our work together. My focuses include somatics, trauma, toxic work environments, queer LGBTQIA+ experiences, grief and more.. There is no one magic tool or way to heal, everyone's journey is unique and I believe a good therapist guides you to find the answers and tools that are right for you. I lean on existential, queer, narrative and mindful theories while also utilizing strategic and evidence-based practices. I believe it's important to balance evidence-based tools with some of the magic and mystery of ancient techniques we haven't quite figured out how to measure yet. I identify as genderqueer/gender non-conforming, and go by any pronouns.

GENDER Non-Binary
PRONOUNS They/Them/Theirs
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Feminism

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Buddhist

Payment options Free intro call available

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • 50 min session $150
  • Limited: Sliding Scale LGBTQIA+ and/or BIPOC $35 - $55

Locations

SW Office
333 SW Taylor St Suite 200
Portland, OR 97204-2446
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Frequently asked questions

Is Amanda Melbostad accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Amanda Melbostad is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Amanda Melbostad also offers a free consultation.
Does Amanda Melbostad offer telehealth appointments? Amanda Melbostad does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Amanda Melbostad specialize in? Amanda Melbostad specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Career Counseling, Depression, Emotional Abuse, Prejudice/Discrimination, Relationship Issues, Spirituality and Religion, Stress, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Burnout, and Cultural and Systemic Oppression.
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