Business Details
Trauma-Informed Couples & Family Therapy in Portland, OR
Intandem Counseling PDX is a trauma-informed therapy practice specializing in couples, individual, and family counseling. Founded on principles of anti-oppression and cultural affirmation, we address complex trauma, attachment wounds, and systemic impacts on relationships. Our licensed therapist, Alexa Adams, brings expertise in emotion-focused therapy, internal family systems, and narrative approaches to support clients in Portland, OR.With a focus on LGBTQIA+ affirming care and anti-racist practices, we help clients navigate trauma, improve communication, and strengthen relational bonds. Our approach integrates creativity and mindfulness to foster deeper self-awareness and healing. We offer both in-person and HIPAA-compliant online therapy sessions to accommodate diverse client needs.
Services
Couples Therapy
Trauma Therapy
Family Counseling
Individual Therapy
Therapist Supervision
Highlights and features
- Specialized in trauma-informed couples therapy using EFT and IFS modalities
- LGBTQIA+ affirming and anti-racist therapeutic framework
- Address systemic oppression impacts on mental health
- Integrates creativity and mindfulness in sessions
- Offers both in-person and secure online therapy options
Services
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy for couples addressing trauma impacts, communication breakdowns, and attachment wounds. We help partners rebuild trust, reignite intimacy, and navigate conflicts through evidence-based modalities like Emotion Focused Therapy. Our approach accommodates diverse relationship structures including monogamous, intercultural, and non-monogamous partnerships.
Trauma Therapy
Comprehensive trauma treatment for individuals and couples experiencing complex PTSD, historical trauma, and intergenerational wounds. Using Internal Family Systems and narrative approaches, we help clients process traumatic experiences, develop coping strategies, and understand trauma's impact on relationships and daily functioning.
Family Counseling
Systemic therapy addressing family dynamics affected by trauma, communication issues, and structural imbalances. We work with families navigating life transitions, intergenerational patterns, and identity acceptance challenges to strengthen bonds and improve conflict resolution across different family life cycle stages.
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health support for anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. Our trauma-informed approach helps clients explore family of origin impacts, body image concerns, and systemic oppression effects while fostering emotional resilience and self-compassion through creative therapeutic techniques.
Therapist Supervision
Professional development for therapists focusing on trauma work and relational dynamics. Our board-approved supervision combines discrimination model techniques with multicultural frameworks to enhance clinical skills, address countertransference, and develop therapeutic identity through case conceptualization and experiential learning methods.
People
Alexa Adams
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed therapist specializing in trauma-informed couples and family therapy. Holds master's degree from Lewis & Clark College. Expertise in complex PTSD, attachment theory, and anti-oppressive practices. Provides supervision for emerging therapists while maintaining a private practice focused on cultural affirmation and systemic change.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, and multicultural frameworks tailored to each client's unique needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider and provide superbill receipts for potential insurance reimbursement. Please check with your insurance company about out-of-network mental health coverage.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy sessions for clients who prefer remote access or have mobility constraints.
What populations do you specialize in?
We specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, intercultural couples, and clients affected by systemic oppression. Our practice is anti-racist, sex-positive, and body-affirming.
How do you handle cultural differences in therapy?
We maintain cultural humility through ongoing education and self-reflection. Our approach acknowledges systemic impacts while honoring each client's unique identity and lived experiences.
What options exist for therapist supervision?
We offer individual and group supervision with sliding scale options. Our board-approved program focuses on trauma work, relational dynamics, and multicultural competence for emerging therapists.
