Dr. Alex Rowell- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Online Therapy in Oregon
How Therapy Can Help You Build Self-Awareness and Create Different Relationships By Dr. Alex Rowell, Psy.D. Have you ever left a relationship promising yourself, “I will never do that again,” only to find yourself in a surprisingly similar situation later? Maybe you repeatedly become involved with emotionally unavailable partners, avoid conflict until resentment builds, or …
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Stress is not always a sign that something is wrong with you. Sometimes it is a sign that you have been carrying too much for too long. Learn practical ways to manage stress—and recognize when it may be time to look beneath the surface.
Many people wonder whether their problems are “serious enough” for therapy. They may be functioning at work, caring for their families, maintaining relationships, and meeting their responsibilities while privately feeling anxious, depleted, disconnected, or stuck. You do not need to be in crisis to begin psychotherapy. Therapy may be worth considering when emotional distress, relationship …
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Many people begin therapy because they feel anxious, depressed, stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by patterns they cannot fully understand. They may know what they “should” do, but still find themselves repeating the same relationship struggles, emotional reactions, self-criticism, or avoidance patterns. Psychodynamic psychotherapy helps people understand why these patterns exist, how they developed, and how …
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Mental Health in Oregon: Why Support Matters Mental health in Oregon is an important topic for individuals, families, providers, and communities across the state. From Portland and Salem to Eugene, Bend, Medford, and rural communities, many Oregonians are looking for compassionate, practical support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, grief, burnout, substance use concerns, and …
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When people begin looking for therapy, they often come across different terms that can be difficult to sort through. Two of the most common are CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, and insight-oriented therapy, which includes approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, depth therapy, and attachment-informed therapy. Both can be helpful. Both can support meaningful change. But …
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Many people begin their search for therapy on large online platforms such as Alma, Headspace, Rula, BetterHelp, Talkspace, Grow Therapy, or other online therapy directories. These platforms can be helpful starting points because they make therapy feel more searchable and accessible. Alma describes its service as helping people find in-network care and the right therapist …
Telehealth therapy has transformed mental health care in Oregon. What once felt like a temporary solution has become a long-term option for people seeking convenient, accessible, and effective psychotherapy throughout the state. Today, many Oregon residents prefer online therapy because it removes common barriers to getting support. Increased Access to Therapy Across Oregon One of …
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Accessing mental health care in Oregon has become easier, more flexible, and more convenient through telehealth. Whether you live in Portland, Eugene, Bend, Salem, Medford, the Oregon Coast, or a rural community in Eastern Oregon, telehealth can make high-quality mental health treatment available without the need to commute, sit in waiting rooms, or rearrange your …