Welcome to Tough & Tender Therapy.

I'm so glad you're here, I can't wait to meet you.
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About

Who & Why

I’m a therapist because life & oppressive systems create experiences, biases, & coping skills that don’t always reinforce that we matter. Therefore, my role is to support you & or your partner(s) as you create a meaningful life worth living. My goal is to be a consistent & collaborative support for my clients. Additionally, I value communicating with my clients with transparency, kindness & directness. __________ My identities: White, queer, femme, cis woman. PNW born & raised. In a visibly queer partnership. Pet parent. Lover of cold river water on warm days. ________ Schedule: Tuesday-Friday. Session Location: I offer telehealth and in person sessions for Oregon residents. I am under Clinical Supervision of Rainer Quinn Catkin Rivenburgh, MAAT, ATR-BC, ATCS, LAT, LPC, SEP ________ Sliding Scale Considerations: I have a limited number of sliding scale spots reserved. If my sliding scale spots are full, I am happy to refer you to other clinicians who may be able to offer a reduced rate. I am passionate about getting folks connected with accessible and affordable mental health services. Clients who are able to pay my full rate make it possible for me to offer sliding scale options for community members who cannot afford my full rate.
Kori DeSimone, MS
Registered Professional Counselor Associate

Services

Focus, Approach & Fees.

  • Couples Counseling
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities
  • Grief
  • Trauma
  • Abuse Survivors
  • Cultural and Systemic Oppression
  • Gender Identity

Approaches

  • Person-Centered
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Trauma Focused

Insurance Accepted

  • OHP Care Oregon

Fees

  • Individual Sessions: $130
  • Couples & Relationship Sessions: $150
  • 15 Minute Consultation: $0
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