Marriage counseling that Heals in Portland, OR. Restore Your Relationship.

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Marriage Counseling Portland Oregon

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Portland, Oregon was incorporated in 1851 with a population of 800. Today, over a 600,000 people live in the city proper and the metro area has a population of over 2 million people.¹ Portland is Oregon's most populated city and the 23rd most populous city in the United States. With many suburbs, the city has older homes over 150 years old as well as many homes that are being built brand new. One of the more unique styles of homes is down in Scappoose where you can live in a houseboat on the Columbia River. The Columbia River is very important to the economy of Portland, particularly over the last two centuries when the shipping of crops and logs down Columbia was the best method of transporting goods to be exported.

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Portland

Each year, over 10,000 marriages in Oregon come to an end, the vast majority of which are in the Portland metropolitan area.² Marriages that end typically do so after a short period of time. However, sometimes even relationships that have lasted for decades end in divorce. Couples can grow apart for various reasons, although often it is the result of infidelity, finances, or drug or alcohol abuse. Separations can be devastating to couples, as well as to families with children.

The City of Portland operates the Gateway Center, a family support and prevention services agency. The Gateway Center offers counseling for children, adolescents, and adults. Victim's support services, legal aid, and many other essential counseling programs are offered to help families feel as safe as possible. Services are provided in a respectful, caring, and culturally sensitive way. Further information about the Gateway Center and it's program offerings is available by calling 503-988-6400.³

Family Services and Assistance Programs

The Multnomah County Family Services Unit provides numerous programs to help families promote positive change and strengthen their relationships. Case management plans are devised and implemented to coordinate family services between various agencies. Addictions services are provided to families who struggle with drug or alcohol use. Parenting skills classes are offered for parents who seek to become better equipped to raise their children. Case managers also help families develop social skills to improve functioning within the family and the community. For additional information about these programs, call please 503-988-4778.⁴

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References

1. United States Census Bureau. (2017). State and County Quickfacts - Portland, Oregon. Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/41/4159000.html
2. Oregon Health Authority. (2017). Oregon Divorce Data. Retrieved from https://public.health.oregon.gov/BIRTHDEATHCERTIFICATES/VITALSTATISTICS/DIVORCE/Pages/index.aspx
3. The City of Portland. (2017). The Gateway Center On-Site Services. Retrieved from https://www.portlandoregon.gov/gatewaycenter/52860
4. Multnomah County Government. (2017). Family Services. Retrieved from http://web.multco.us/dcj-adult/fsu

Portland is a city that is located in multiple counties- Clackamas County and Multnomah County and Washington County in Oregon. It has a land area of 133.45 square miles and a water area of 11.64 square miles.  The population of Portland is 632,309 people with 254,167 households and a median annual income of $55,003. .

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Therapy in Portland is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Portland therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Portland public health department.