I've got the mid summer blues
August 3, 2009 12:49 PM Subscribe
Can anyone recommend a Psychiatrist and a Pyschologist (or mental health specialist) in Portland, Oregon?
It's for a new bout of depression that seemed to have disappeared for the last six years or so. I would love specific names, as a couple of the resources I've used in the past are full through September and I'd prefer to begin treatment now. As far as psychologist or mental health professionals I'm a girl in mid twenties, and would prefer someone liberal but don't have a gender preference. Thanks!!
I saw a similar psychiatrist post, but there were no specific names given, I'd prefer personal recommendations.
It's for a new bout of depression that seemed to have disappeared for the last six years or so. I would love specific names, as a couple of the resources I've used in the past are full through September and I'd prefer to begin treatment now. As far as psychologist or mental health professionals I'm a girl in mid twenties, and would prefer someone liberal but don't have a gender preference. Thanks!!
I saw a similar psychiatrist post, but there were no specific names given, I'd prefer personal recommendations.
Response by poster: Thanks, so far. I did already call the counseling centers for referrals. I'll check out Sonya Jones as well. I was hoping for a psychiatrist referral as I am ready to begin trying meds again, and I have had negative experiences with that type of doctor in the past.
posted by thankyouforyourconsideration at 2:52 PM on August 3, 2009
posted by thankyouforyourconsideration at 2:52 PM on August 3, 2009
Von Schlumperger Birgitta PHD
Street: 11905 Southwest 60th Avenue
Portland, or 97219-7005
Phone: (503) 226-0828
Don't get caught up on the name, I called her Dr. Von. She helped me out a few years ago. I liked her cognitive behavioralist style. She will give you strategies and concrete ways of dealing with your stuff. I found her easy to talk to. She works in an office attached to her home.
posted by Bueller at 5:25 PM on August 3, 2009
Street: 11905 Southwest 60th Avenue
Portland, or 97219-7005
Phone: (503) 226-0828
Don't get caught up on the name, I called her Dr. Von. She helped me out a few years ago. I liked her cognitive behavioralist style. She will give you strategies and concrete ways of dealing with your stuff. I found her easy to talk to. She works in an office attached to her home.
posted by Bueller at 5:25 PM on August 3, 2009
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She's not a psychiatrist so she won't be able to prescribe you anything, but she's a damn good counselor (MA) and has done amazing things for me over the past year. I fully agree with her "facilitator" approach to mental health as, ultimately, it is up to us to make a change in our thoughts/actions.
Her fees are very reasonable ($60/session) and your first session is free. So there's no harm in at least meeting with her to see if she can provide you with what you're looking for.
Good luck!
posted by siclik at 1:23 PM on August 3, 2009