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Ida Terry, LPC

Compassionate LPC specializing in trauma and addiction
  • Trauma and addiction
  • Family and relationships
  • Veteran and multicultural support

About Ida Terry

Ida Terry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 22 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life transitions, loss, addiction, and relational challenges. She combines decades of practical experience with formal training to create a culturally responsive, strengths-based approach that honors each person's values and background. Ida works collaboratively and strategically, guiding clients to examine past wounds, process trauma, and address stuck patterns such as anger, resentment, codependency, and issues related to intimacy and self esteem.

She is dually licensed as a professional counselor and as an alcohol counselor, and she holds an LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - which reflects advanced education and clinical training to provide psychotherapy. Her academic preparation includes a Master of Arts degree in Counseling, a two-year advanced certificate in Internal Family Systems theory, and a Certificate of Achievement in the Addiction Treatment of Military and Veteran Culture. Those trainings inform her work with veterans, first responders, and others affected by substance use and trauma.

Ida integrates behavioral and collaborative therapies alongside faith-informed perspectives to tailor treatment to each client. Her practice emphasizes growth, healing, and practical coping skills so clients can move toward healthier relationships, renewed purpose, and improved daily functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCodependencyControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Women's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ida Terry have?

Ida Terry has 22 years of professional experience in counseling and behavioral health.

Is Ida Terry a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: AZ LPC LPC-22736, OR LPC C8379.

In which languages does Ida Terry provide therapy?

Ida Terry provides therapy in English.

Where is Ida Terry located?

Ida Terry is located in Oregon.

How can I work with Ida Terry as my therapist?

You can work with Ida Terry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ida Terry work with international clients?

Yes, Ida Terry works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ida Terry cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Ida Terry



Ida uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client's perspective guides the work. This approach focuses on empathy, active listening, and respect to help people explore values, build self awareness, and make choices that align with their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is practical for managing depression, anxiety, substance use patterns, and day-to-day coping skills. Motivational Interviewing is also part of her toolbox when addressing ambivalence about change, particularly in areas such as addiction or risky behaviors - it helps people find internal motivation and set realistic steps forward.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ida works with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so care feels personally relevant and effective. She aims to partner with each person in planning and pacing the work.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules or to access care across distances. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support while accommodating different communication styles and life demands.

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