child therapist in portland oregon

Tamara Iliff, PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT 

    • Children ages 3-8

    • Developmental and adjustment challenges

    • Emotional and behavioral regulation 

    • Learning difficulties and self-esteem 

    • Anxiety 

    • Life transitions 

    • LGBTQ individuals and families 

    • Parenting support 

  • Mondays:  Afternoons

    Tuesdays:  Afternoons

    Wednesdays: Afternoons

    • Initial Intake: 200 (90 minutes)

    • Play Therapy, Parent Therapy, and Parent Consultation: 45-50 minutes | $180

    • 30-minute Parent Consultation: $100

About Me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with children, adults, and families. I specialize in providing developmentally responsive counseling services for young children using Child-Centered Play Therapy. I also enjoy supporting parents and caregivers in their relationships with their children using Child Parent Relationship Training. 


My work is grounded in a person-centered approach, meaning that you can expect our work together to be relationally focused and guided by your individual needs. I believe that understanding, self-compassion, and genuineness are foundational to growth. I aim to empower clients in their wellness journey through psychoeducation and connection with resources in order to support you in making the changes you wish to make. 

In addition to supporting children and families, I also serve as an adjunct professor for a master’s counseling program.  

Outside of my work as a counselor, I enjoy hiking, exploring tide pools on the Oregon coast, and spending time with my loved ones.

Specialties:

  • Children ages 3-8

  • Developmental and adjustment challenges

  • Emotional and behavioral regulation 

  • Learning difficulties and self-esteem 

  • Anxiety 

  • Life transitions 

  • LGBTQ individuals and families 

  • Parenting support

Education & Licensure

PhD in Counseling, University of North Texas 

MS in Counseling and Development, Texas Woman’s University 

Registered Play Therapist 

Licensed Professional Counselor

National Certified Counselor 

Professional Affiliations:

American Counseling Association (ACA)

Association for Play Therapy (APT)

Oregon Association for Play Therapy (ORAPT)

Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities (SAIGE) 

When you work with me, we will focus on

  • Creating a therapeutic relationship that supports authenticity and healing.  

  • Supporting you in identifying underlying needs behind emotional and behavioral challenges for yourself or your child. 

  • Strengthening your feelings of connectedness and attunement with yourself or your child.