- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Faith-informed support
About Porshea
Porshea Pendleton, LMFT, is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon with 24 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing depression, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, eating concerns, bipolar mood issues, and anger. She also offers coaching for clients wanting practical skills and clearer direction.
Porshea uses practical, structured methods in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and change reaction patterns. She also uses elements of the Gottman Method for relationship work focused on communication and managing conflict.
She brings a faith-informed perspective for clients who want to explore their spirituality alongside therapy. When that is part of the work, sessions may include discussion of spiritual resources and how faith fits with personal goals. She adapts the mix of conversation and skills practice to each person’s concerns.
Porshea’s background spans individual and relationship-focused work across many life stressors. She has worked with people coping with loss, attachment disruptions, blended family issues, body image, cancer, and the aftermath of disaster or domestic violence. Her approach combines direct skill-building with reflective conversation.
In sessions she helps people set clear goals, practice new ways of communicating, and try different coping strategies between meetings. The focus is on practical steps to reduce reactivity, improve relationships, and manage daily stressors. To begin, prospective clients follow the site's matching process and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Porshea uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger and anxiety. CBT sessions focus on clear exercises and homework so clients can practice new responses between meetings.She also uses parts of the Gottman Method when relationship strain is present. That work centers on improving communication, reducing criticism, and learning structured ways to resolve conflicts with a partner.
Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, preferences, and what feels practical. Together they adjust the balance of skill-building, reflection, and relationship tools as the work progresses.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking, as formats are not detailed here. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, offer shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions helpful for keeping momentum between appointments while practicing skills in real life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, eating concerns, anger, bipolar mood issues, and coaching for life goals.
How does she approach anger in sessions?
She uses practical strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify triggers and change reactions, and applies relationship skills when anger affects close partnerships.
What is her professional background?
She has 24 years of experience in mental health practice, focusing on individual and relationship concerns across a range of life stressors.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an LMFT, which is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, practicing in Oregon.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.