Business Details
36 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapy & Counseling Services in Lake Oswego
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Oregon with over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy and counseling services. My practice focuses on helping clients overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges through evidence-based approaches. I integrate clients' spiritual values into treatment when appropriate and specialize in addressing complex issues like substance abuse and personality disorders.With advanced training in marriage and family therapy, I work with individuals and couples to improve emotional well-being and strengthen relationships. My approach emphasizes creating a safe therapeutic environment where clients can explore vulnerabilities and develop healthier coping strategies. I maintain professional affiliations with major insurance providers and offer flexible payment options to ensure accessible care.
Services
Trauma Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Marriage Counseling
Addiction Recovery
PTSD Therapy
Spiritual Integration
Relationship Issues
Substance Abuse
Grief Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical psychology experience treating complex mental health issues
- Specialized training in integrating spiritual values with psychological treatment
- Proven success addressing trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges
- Licensed provider for major insurance plans including Moda and Regence Blue Cross
- Comprehensive approach combining individual and couples therapy modalities
Services
Trauma Counseling
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors using evidence-based techniques to process painful experiences and reduce PTSD symptoms. Addresses childhood abuse effects and complex trauma patterns. Helps clients develop coping strategies for managing flashbacks and emotional distress while rebuilding trust in relationships.
Marriage Counseling
Couples therapy focusing on communication improvement, conflict resolution, and trust restoration. Addresses intimacy issues and power dynamics through structured sessions. Teaches active listening skills and accountability practices to help partners rebuild emotional connection and shared life goals.
Addiction Recovery
Comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders combining cognitive-behavioral therapy with motivational interviewing. Addresses underlying trauma contributing to addictive patterns. Provides relapse prevention strategies and supports development of healthier coping mechanisms through individual and group therapy formats.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized care for anxiety conditions including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias. Utilizes exposure therapy and mindfulness techniques to reduce symptoms. Teaches stress management skills and cognitive restructuring to help clients regain control over anxious thoughts and physical manifestations.
Depression Management
Targeted treatment for depressive disorders using behavioral activation and cognitive therapy approaches. Addresses negative thought patterns and motivational deficits. Develops personalized wellness plans incorporating lifestyle changes and coping strategies to improve emotional regulation and daily functioning.
People
David E Blakeslee, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30+ years of experience treating trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. Holds doctorate from Rosemead Graduate School of Psychology. Specializes in integrating spiritual values with evidence-based therapy to promote holistic healing and emotional resilience.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you treat?
We specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, depression management, relationship counseling, addiction treatment, and PTSD therapy using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Moda, Regence/Blue Cross, PacificSource, and other major insurance plans with standard copayment requirements.
Are spiritual values integrated into therapy?
Yes, we respectfully incorporate clients' religious beliefs when appropriate, recognizing their role in emotional healing and recovery.
What are session costs?
Individual therapy sessions range from $165 to $200 based on treatment complexity and duration.
Do you offer couples counseling?
Yes, our practice includes marriage and relationship counseling with specialized techniques for improving communication and rebuilding trust.
How long does treatment typically last?
Duration varies by condition - acute issues may resolve in 8-12 weeks while complex cases require longer-term therapy tailored to client needs.
