Olivia Simonsen, MA, LPCA, Therapy in Portland, Oregon

Olivia Simonsen is a dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health, offering compassionate and individualized mental health care to children, adolescents, and young adults across Oregon. She works with clients navigating a variety of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges, including anxiety, depression, and school-related stress. Olivia provides individual Therapy in a supportive environment where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to grow. With a deep passion for trauma-informed care, Olivia specializes in helping individuals heal from PTSD, postpartum depression and anxiety, and school avoidance. She integrates evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness to support clients in gaining greater self-awareness, building emotional regulation skills, and restoring confidence. Olivia also offers Christian counseling and faith-based treatment for clients who wish to incorporate their spirituality into the therapeutic process. In addition to her work with anxiety and trauma, Olivia provides support for ADHD, career counseling, and individuals on the autism spectrum. Her practice is inclusive and affirming, with a focus on helping women and young people navigate life transitions, identity development, and relationship dynamics. Olivia brings creativity into the therapeutic space by incorporating expressive arts, narrative therapy, and play therapy techniques to meet clients where they are and enhance emotional expression. Outside the therapy room, Olivia enjoys running, hiking Oregon’s scenic trails, journaling, and traveling. She also finds joy in scrapbooking, listening to music, and spending quality time with loved ones.