Welcome. I’m Lauren Hval, LMFT. With compassion, connection, and care, I support clients wherever they are in their journey.
I offer individual and relational therapy for children, teens, adults, and families across Oregon. Whether you’re navigating trauma, grief, emotional overwhelm, or simply craving change, therapy can be a place to feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about reconnecting with your strength, your story, and your values.
Reaching out is a brave first step. Let’s find the support that’s right for you.
My Services
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Individual Therapy
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s not always easy to navigate challenges on your own. Individual therapy provides a supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns, while working toward healing, growth, and greater self-understanding. Together, we’ll focus on helping you build resilience and create meaningful change.
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Couples Therapy
Relationships are deeply rewarding but can also bring unique challenges. Couples therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental environment to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen connection. Whether you’re facing conflict, navigating life transitions, or simply wanting to enhance your relationship, therapy can help you move forward together.
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Family Therapy
Families are complex systems, and when one member struggles, the ripple effects can be felt by everyone. Family therapy creates space for each voice to be heard while fostering healthier dynamics, stronger connections, and more effective communication. Together, we’ll work toward creating a supportive foundation where each member can thrive.
My Specializations
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Children & Teens
Children and teens face unique challenges that can impact their confidence, relationships, and wellbeing. Therapy provides a safe, age-appropriate space for young people to process emotions, build coping skills, and feel supported in expressing themselves. I also work collaboratively with families to strengthen communication and connection at home. In-person and telehealth sessions available in Portland, OR.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a research-supported approach that helps the brain heal from trauma. By safely reprocessing painful memories, EMDR can reduce distress, ease triggers, and create space for new ways of living with greater peace and resilience. In-person and telehealth sessions available in Portland, OR.
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Skill Acquisition
Developing emotional intelligence can transform how we relate to ourselves and others. In therapy, I support clients in building skills like self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and effective communication. These tools help foster resilience, healthier relationships, and greater confidence in daily life. In-person and telehealth sessions available in Portland, OR.
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Suicidality
Thoughts of suicide are often our brain’s way of coping with deep stress or pain, and talking about them openly can reduce shame and isolation. I provide a safe, supportive space where these experiences can be shared without judgment. Together, we’ll work on healthier ways to cope and begin building a life that feels worth living. In-person and telehealth sessions available in Portland, OR.
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Grief
Grief touches everyone differently, and it can bring waves of emotions that feel overwhelming or isolating. In therapy, we create space to honor your loss, explore your experience without judgment, and begin moving toward healing in your own time. Together, we’ll work on finding resilience and meaning while holding space for the pain of what you’ve lost. In-person and telehealth sessions available in Portland, OR.
