Porshea Pendleton, LMFT
Oregon LMFT supporting relationships and anxiety
- CBT and Gottman methods
- Faith-informed counseling option
- 24 years experience
About Porshea Pendleton
Porshea Pendleton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Oregon with 24 years of professional experience in mental health care. As an LMFT, she brings specialized training in relationship and family dynamics while supporting individuals and couples through challenges such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, relationship strains, and substance use concerns. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where complex emotions can be explored and understood.
Pendleton incorporates evidence-informed approaches into her work, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with solution-focused and Gestalt techniques to help clients develop practical skills and new perspectives. When working with couples, she integrates treatment objectives influenced by the Gottman Method to address communication, connection, and relational patterns. For clients who seek faith-informed care, she offers counseling from a Christian perspective to support those looking to deepen their relationship with God.
Treatment plans are individualized so that goals, session topics, and therapeutic strategies align with each person or couple's specific needs. After an initial contact, she provides additional information about how the online counseling process works and collaborates with clients to begin the work. If an urgent crisis arises at any time, she advises calling 1-800-273-TALK or 911 since this forum does not provide emergency services.
Pendleton affirms that individuals are not alone in their struggles and encourages those ready to begin healing and self-discovery to take the first step toward therapy.
Pendleton incorporates evidence-informed approaches into her work, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with solution-focused and Gestalt techniques to help clients develop practical skills and new perspectives. When working with couples, she integrates treatment objectives influenced by the Gottman Method to address communication, connection, and relational patterns. For clients who seek faith-informed care, she offers counseling from a Christian perspective to support those looking to deepen their relationship with God.
Treatment plans are individualized so that goals, session topics, and therapeutic strategies align with each person or couple's specific needs. After an initial contact, she provides additional information about how the online counseling process works and collaborates with clients to begin the work. If an urgent crisis arises at any time, she advises calling 1-800-273-TALK or 911 since this forum does not provide emergency services.
Pendleton affirms that individuals are not alone in their struggles and encourages those ready to begin healing and self-discovery to take the first step toward therapy.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Porshea Pendleton have?
She has 24 years of professional experience in mental health care.
Is Porshea Pendleton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are OR LMFT T0709.
In which languages does Porshea Pendleton provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Porshea Pendleton located?
She is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Porshea Pendleton as my therapist?
Clients can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Porshea Pendleton work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Porshea Pendleton cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For a range of common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or transitions in life, research and clinical experience indicate that online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that suits them best - video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to access support from home.
Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, and individuals may change therapists if they want a different fit. For many people, the convenience and adaptability of online therapy make it a practical option for ongoing support and skill building.