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Nora Church

Thoughtful, practical therapy for life transitions

LPC, LMHC Oregon

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Coaching
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English
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About Nora

Nora Church brings a decade of clinical experience to her practice in Oregon, working from a foundation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside attachment-based and client-centered methods. She emphasizes practical skills for managing anxiety, mood difficulties, stress, and addiction while also addressing relationship and family dynamics.

Background and approach

Nora listens for patterns in thought and behavior and collaborates with clients to set concrete goals and develop strategies that fit daily life. Her background includes focused work with grief, parenting challenges, adoption and foster care situations, and trauma and abuse.

Nora values understanding each person’s narrative and uses elements of narrative and psychodynamic approaches to explore how past experiences shape present reactions. She respects individual differences and aims to support people through life transitions such as career shifts, caregiving stress, and changes in relationships.

Sessions combine attentive listening with evidence-informed techniques to build coping skills, improve communication, and restore a sense of agency. Nora holds LPC and LMHC licensure (OR LPC C3735, WA LMHC LH61314385) and offers a collaborative space for people seeking pragmatic tools and thoughtful reflection as they work toward clearer priorities and more manageable daily routines.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new coping strategies; online sessions make it straightforward to learn and rehearse these skills in everyday contexts. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationships influence emotions and behavior, helping clients understand patterns in connections and work toward more supported interactions across family and romantic relationships.

Choosing the right approach is typically collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and life circumstances and may combine CBT, attachment work, and client-centered listening to tailor a plan. Clients and the therapist review what feels effective and adjust methods together as therapy progresses.

Online options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase flexibility for people with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities. These formats allow for consistent contact, timely skill practice between sessions, and easier access to licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, supporting ongoing momentum in therapy.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns can Nora help with?
Nora works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship and family challenges, parenting difficulties, ADHD, stress, and self-esteem struggles.
What is her overall therapeutic style?
Her style blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered listening and attachment-informed perspectives to balance practical skill-building and deeper exploration of relational patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional experience working in counseling and related mental health roles, supporting people through grief, parenting issues, trauma, and addiction.
What credentials and licensure does she hold and where is she located?
Nora is licensed as an LPC and an LMHC with the specific credentials OR LPC C3735 and WA LMHC LH61314385, and she practices in Oregon.
Does she provide services in languages other than English or accept international clients?
All services are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs and schedule.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are booked through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Bipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessation

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Oregon, Washington

Languages

English