Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Psychotherapy and Performance Coaching Solutions
Counseling Option is a psychotherapy and mental performance training practice with over 30 years of experience in professional counseling, clinical psychological analysis, and skill-building. Our services are designed to help individuals, couples, families, business professionals, and athletes overcome challenges related to trauma, addiction, emotional distress, and performance barriers. We combine evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to address both clinical and performance-related goals. Our founder, Debbie Bensching, holds multiple advanced certifications and licenses in Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii, and has dedicated her career to integrating mental health and performance psychology.We offer both in-person sessions in Portland, Oregon, and telemental health services across three states. Our approach emphasizes personalized care, combining insight-oriented psychotherapy with practical skill development to support long-term growth and peak performance. We maintain active involvement in professional organizations and ongoing education to ensure the highest standards of practice. Our commitment to ethical, client-centered care has established us as a trusted resource for mental health and performance enhancement in both clinical and professional settings.
Services
Psychotherapy
Performance Coaching
EMDR Therapy
Clinical Hypnosis
Consultation
Trauma Recovery
Addiction Counseling
Stress Management
Mental Skills Training
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical and performance psychology experience
- Specialized training in trauma, addiction, and mental performance
- Personalized treatment plans combining multiple therapeutic modalities
- Licensed to practice in Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii
- Sliding scale fees for accessible mental health care
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Services
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy services provide a safe, confidential environment for individuals, couples, and families to address emotional challenges, trauma, and mental health concerns. Using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and clinical hypnosis, we help clients develop coping strategies and resolve psychological distress. Sessions focus on improving self-awareness, enhancing relationships, and building resilience through personalized treatment plans.
Performance Coaching
Performance coaching develops mental skills for athletes, business professionals, and performers to achieve peak results. We combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with hypnosis to improve focus, confidence, and stress management. Our approach addresses performance blocks and enhances mental resilience through customized training programs tailored to individual goals and competitive demands.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy alleviates distress from traumatic memories through guided eye movements and cognitive restructuring. This evidence-based treatment helps clients reprocess traumatic experiences, reducing their negative impact on daily functioning. We use EMDR to treat PTSD, anxiety, and performance-related trauma with measurable improvements in emotional regulation and self-efficacy.
Clinical Hypnosis
Clinical hypnosis accesses subconscious resources to facilitate behavior change and mental performance enhancement. Our ASCH-certified practitioners use hypnotic techniques for pain management, habit modification, and confidence building. Sessions integrate relaxation training and mental imagery to support therapeutic goals and personal growth in both clinical and performance contexts.
Consultation & Training
We provide clinical consultation and training for mental health professionals seeking expertise in hypnosis, trauma treatment, and performance psychology. Our ASCH-approved programs include individual and group supervision for certification requirements. Business professionals receive strategic guidance on stress management and organizational effectiveness through evidence-based psychological frameworks.
People
Debbie Bensching
Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Mental Performance Trainer
Debbie Bensching has 30+ years of experience in clinical social work and mental performance training. She holds advanced certifications in EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and addictions counseling. Her practice integrates trauma-informed care with performance psychology for diverse clients across multiple states.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychotherapy for trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues using evidence-based techniques like EMDR and clinical hypnosis.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers for most insurance plans. Clients receive documentation for potential reimbursement under out-of-network mental health benefits.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, telemental health services are available for residents of Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii through secure video conferencing platforms.
What performance coaching services exist?
Our performance coaching develops mental skills for athletes and professionals through customized training in focus, confidence, and stress management techniques.
How are therapy fees structured?
We offer sliding scale fees based on financial need, with session rates ranging from $110 to $240 depending on duration and service type.
