Leslie Taylor, LPC
Hello! I’m Leslie
I am the founder and clinical director of Oak Hills Counseling Center as well as a therapist who is fueled by the desire to help people find more peace and happiness in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults, groups, and couples. I specialize in working with folks who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or substance use disorders. I have witnessed enough comeback stories during my career to know, without a doubt, that human beings are incredibly resilient at their core. Sometimes we just need someone to offer a stabilizing hand to help guide us through the rough spots until we begin to recognize that resilience for ourselves.
I think of my role as walking beside you with a flashlight. I am able to help illuminate possible pitfalls as well as tools and pathways that can help you get to the destination you are trying to reach. It is my absolute passion and honor to be that source of support for my clients. My approach is a mix of compassion, understanding, gentle challenging, empathy and, at times, a good dose of humorous levity. My style is what’s referred to as ‘direct’ in the counseling world. This means I’m interactive and engaged in conversation with you.
Most often I draw from strengths based interventions and implement strategies from modalities such as mindfulness, the Gottman Method, emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Fox University and am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the State of Oregon (Lic. # C9013). I work to continually enrich my competencies with both the LGBTQ+, and multicultural communities.
I currently accept Oregon Health Plan - Open Card and Health Share of Oregon/CareOregon insurance. I am in the process of becoming in network with Kaiser and Pacific Source as well and anticipate that process to complete no later than July, 2025. I offer a sliding scale to self pay clients based on income. Please feel free to inquire about session costs.
In my spare time I enjoy exploring new places, watching films (especially documentaries), trying any and all new foods, and nurturing my relationships with my family, friends, our goofy cat Lizzie and our delightful dogs Lady & Harley.
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