Caley Markuson is a licensed professional counselor with six years of clinical experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and career concerns. She also supports people coping with life changes, grief, anger, trauma and abuse, and attention differences such as ADHD. Caley blends practical talk therapy with workbook activities to help clients build skills and handle day-to-day challenges.
She trained in special education and counseling, holding master's degrees in Special Education from the University of Virginia and School Counseling/Professional Counseling from Montana State University Northern. That background shapes a straightforward, education-minded approach. Sessions often focus on skill building, concrete strategies, and small homework tasks drawn from current, research-informed workbooks.
Caley describes her orientation as person-centered, which means she aims to follow each person's lead and priorities in sessions. She also uses cognitive behavioral ideas and mindfulness practices to help people change unhelpful thinking and manage stress. For people affected by traumatic events she applies trauma-focused methods alongside compassionate support.
Outside of counseling she spends time outdoors, enjoys wild crafting and plant identification, and values ongoing learning through conferences and trainings. Her experience in special education and applied behavior approaches informs how she structures sessions and learning activities.
People interested in beginning work with Caley select the continue button on this profile, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Sessions are offered in English and Caley practices in Oregon.
How Caley’s Approaches Work Online
Caley draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, understanding each person’s priorities, and shaping sessions around what matters most. This approach helps people feel heard and decide which goals they want to work toward.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical steps to change patterns that cause distress. CBT techniques often include simple homework and workbook exercises that fit well into remote sessions and daily routines.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Caley collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. She adapts exercises and pacing based on feedback so work feels doable and relevant.
Session format options are not specified in the profile, so confirm current session choices before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow for workbook-based homework between meetings, and let people join from wherever they are located in Oregon. Licensed professionals often use online sessions to maintain momentum between in-person visits and to support consistent skill practice.
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem issues, career questions, depression, grief, anger, trauma and abuse, and ADHD-related challenges.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is person-centered and practical, using conversation plus workbook activities to teach coping skills and strategies for everyday life.
What is her professional background?
Caley has six years of counseling experience and prior work in special education and school counseling, with master's degrees in Special Education and in School Counseling/Professional Counseling.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices in Oregon.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.