Lorena Borella-Clements, LMFT

Support for healing, resilience, and emotional well-being

Stress and anxiety support
Trauma and grief care
Empowering nonjudgmental therapy

About Lorena Borella-Clements

Lorena Borella-Clements, LMFT, approaches therapy with the belief that people have an innate capacity to heal from emotionally painful experiences. She uses an eclectic style that is responsive to where a person is emotionally, physically, and spiritually, shaping sessions to support meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable.

With 17 years of experience providing psychotherapy, she helps clients better understand and manage stress and anxiety, work through lingering effects of trauma and PTSD, and navigate grief, loss, and depression. Her work emphasizes an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where thoughts, feelings, and lived experiences can be explored openly, along with practical coping skills and techniques that support emotional health and overall well-being.

Lorena Borella-Clements is a multicultural therapist who was born in Argentina and immigrated to the United States at age six, growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from UC Santa Cruz and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Sofia University in Palo Alto, California. She provides therapy in English. Documentation for courts, custody/DHS, and HR is outside the scope of her practice.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Depression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lorena Borella-Clements have?

Lorena Borella-Clements has 17 years of experience providing psychotherapy.

Is Lorena Borella-Clements a licensed therapist?

Yes. Lorena Borella-Clements is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). She is licensed in California (CA LMFT 84543) and Oregon (OR LMFT T1166).

In which languages does Lorena Borella-Clements provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lorena Borella-Clements located?

Lorena Borella-Clements is located in Oregon.

How can I work with Lorena Borella-Clements as my therapist?

You can work with Lorena Borella-Clements through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.

Does Lorena Borella-Clements work with international clients?

No. Lorena Borella-Clements does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lorena Borella-Clements cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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 that translate well to online sessions

Lorena Borella-Clements, LMFT, draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in a virtual setting and tailored to concerns like stress, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, grief, and depression.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where a person can explore thoughts and feelings openly. This approach can help clients strengthen self-trust, clarify what they need, and move forward in ways that fit their values.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that looks at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. It often includes practical strategies to notice unhelpful patterns and develop coping skills that better support day-to-day functioning.

Trauma-Focused Therapy offers a framework for understanding how overwhelming experiences can continue to affect the body and mind. The work is paced carefully and can help clients build stability while processing what has been difficult to carry alone.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lorena Borella-Clements collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and next steps, adjusting the work as needs evolve.

Online therapy can make it easier to get support in a way that fits real life. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing for flexibility in scheduling and communication style.

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