Ellie Cates

Biographical Info
Hi, I'm Ellie! I enjoy supporting clients in exploring body image and patterns of disordered eating through a compassion-focused, non-judgmental, and systems-informed lens. I strive to create an accepting and supportive space in sessions for clients to feel truly seen and heard. I utilize a person-centered approach in accompanying clients on this journey with warmth, humanness, a dose of humor, and unconditional positive regard. I believe that healing can happen through supported exploration and compassionate connection to trusting and caring humans. It is deeply important to me that I incorporate approaches which honor the unique needs of every client, as it is my hope that this can be a space in which clients feel supported, celebrated, and cared for. I enjoy bringing curiosity into this work and meeting clients where they are at - I see the therapy process as one which is creative and collaborative between client and counselor. I typically work with clients age 16+. I am neurodiversity affirming and welcoming of each client's unique experiences and needs. I have completed the eating disorder counseling certificate program at Lewis and Clark and I am completing EMDR training in June of 2025.
At this time, my clinic is able to accept the following insurance plans:
IHN OHP; Jackson Care Connect OHP; PacificSource commercial insurance; PacificSource OHP; CareOR/HealthShare OHP.
Please see my psychology today page for additional information about therapy services offered.
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Provider Specialization
Therapist/Mental Health
Accepting New Patients?
Yes
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Pronouns
she/her
Credentials
LPC, NCC
Gender
Cisgender Woman
Provider identifies as BIPOC?
No
Offering Supervision
No
Type of Service
Individual
Ages Served
Adolescent, Adult
Communities
BIPOC, Queer, TGNC, Physical Disabilities, Chronic Illness, Refugees
Supported Communities
BIPOC, Queer, TGNC, Physical Disabilities, Chronic Illness, Refugees
Accepted Insurance
Care Oregon, Medicaid, PacificSource
Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused, Mindfullness-based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Emotion-focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Location Accessibility
ADA Accessible, Gender-neutral Bathrooms
Service Accessibility
Telehealth, In Person