Family counseling in John Day and online
I see kids, teens, couples and tired parents from all over Grant County. You don't need to have the right words yet.
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Kids and teens
Couples
Just you
nice to meet you
I'm Clara Benton, a licensed professional counselor. I grew up on a hay place outside Mount Vernon, moved away for school, and came home in 2016 to raise my kids near their grandparents.
Most people who call me have been carrying something for a while. A divorce, a teenager who stopped talking, a loss that still sits heavy, or just a long stretch of feeling worn thin.
We go slow. I listen more than I talk, and I'll never hand you a worksheet and send you home. You'll leave each time with one small thing to try that week.
Small towns are small, so here's my promise: what you say stays in the room, and if we see each other at the grocery store, I'll let you say hi first.
A small, quiet room off Main Street with two soft chairs, a window and a basket of fidgets for anyone who needs to keep their hands busy. Coffee and tea are always on.
Monday to Thursday, 9 to 6
Some things are easier to say side by side. When the weather is good we can walk the river path by the fairgrounds. Teens and dads especially seem to like this one.
April to October, weather allowing
If you live out past Prairie City or Seneca, or just can't get away, we can meet by video from your kitchen table. All you need is a quiet corner and a phone.
Anywhere in Oregon
Sample prices. The first 15-minute call is always free, and a few lower-fee spots open each month.
Sample review
"Our son was so angry after the divorce. Clara met him where he was, walking the river path, and slowly he started talking again. Our whole house feels lighter."
About fifteen minutes on the phone. You tell me a little about what's going on, I tell you how I work, and we decide together if it's a good fit. If it's not, I'll help you find someone who is.
I'm in network with a few Oregon plans and can give you a receipt for out-of-network benefits. I also hold a few lower-fee spots each month for families who need them.
That's really normal. Most of them don't, at first. We start slow, sometimes with a walk or a game, and they get a say in how it goes.
one small step
Send a note with a good time to call, and I'll get back to you within two business days. If it's easier, you can call or text 541-555-0127.
If you are in crisis or thinking about hurting yourself, please call or text 988 any time, day or night.
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