- Family of origin issues
- LGBT related concerns
- Anxiety and depression
About Jared
Dr. Jared Gorfinkel is an Oregon psychologist (OR Psychologist 3476) with seven years of clinical experience. He helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strains, and LGBT-related concerns. He also supports those navigating parenting stress and career-related pressure.
In sessions he focuses on listening first and understanding how family patterns show up now. He talks through how early family roles, expectations, and attachment experiences affect daily choices. He uses straightforward conversation and practical tools to help people notice repeated patterns and try different responses.
His work draws on Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize the client's perspective and on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He also brings elements of mindfulness to help people manage strong feelings and stay present in difficult moments.
Dr. Gorfinkel practices in Oregon and works in English. He lists family of origin issues among his focus areas, and he addresses related topics such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, and codependency. He also supports people with intimacy-related questions, body image concerns, and aspects of kink and alternative sexual culture.
Before scheduling, people are encouraged to consider whether these topics fit their needs and to confirm current session options. He asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the practice's intake process.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's perspective and on clear, nonjudgmental listening. It helps people name their concerns and decide what change would look like for them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills to notice emotions and reduce reactivity.Discovering which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and how different methods might help. That lets the client and therapist try approaches together and adjust over time as needs change.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit around work and family life, allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, or let someone attend without traveling to an office. If you prefer a mix of conversation, behavioral exercises, and mindfulness practice, these approaches translate reasonably well to remote sessions, and the therapist will help plan how to use them effectively.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, parenting stress, and LGBT-related concerns. Family of origin issues and related attachment problems are also listed focus areas.
What is his approach in sessions?
He listens closely to the client's perspective and uses client-centered conversation. Practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness are included when helpful.
How long has he been practicing clinically?
He has seven years of professional work experience as a psychologist.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is listed as OR Psychologist 3476 and practices in Oregon.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
The original profile did not specify session formats. Please confirm current options before booking so you know whether sessions are by phone or video.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the intake flow.
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