Heather Lefler

Heather M. Leffler, MSW, LCSW
2325 East Burnside Street
Portland, OR  97232
(503) 261-9696

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed through the Oregon Stated Board of Clinical Social Workers.  Additionally, I am a member of the Oregon Society of Clinical Social Workers.

I received my BA in Psychology from Indiana University in 1992.  After working in community mental health for 4 years, I returned to school and obtained my Masters in Social Work from Portland State University in 1998.  Until recently, much of my professional experience has been in small, community-based agencies.  In these positions, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of people- from persons living with HIV and their families, to providing counseling for uninsured individuals and couples, largely from the queer and transgender community.

I am a relational therapist and work from a broad theory-base, curtailing the session to the needs and personality of the individual.  I create an environment of respect and acceptance that supports the client on their journey to themselves.  I specialize in 

• Life Transitions, 
• Anxiety and Depression,
• Grief and Loss, 
• Sexual Orientation, 
• Coming Out, 
• Gender Identity and Transition, 
• Relationship Issues, and 
• Living with HIV/AIDS. 

Heather M. Leffler, MSW, LCSW
2325 East Burnside Street
Portland, OR  97214
503-261-9696