Gigi Dessou

Gigi Dessou

Professional Counselor Associate
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

She / Her

Portland Telehealth
Specialties:
Family Systems Conflict PTSD & Trauma Stress Anxiety Depression Codependency Grief Life Transitions Relationship Issues Self-Esteem Anger Management
Who I Work With:
Adolescents (12–18) Adults Couples Families Immigrants
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"You already hold the answers.
Therapy is where we learn to trust them, and rediscover your strength, clarity, and your voice."

Are you navigating difficult relationships that affect your ability to connect, communicate, and thrive within your family, relationship, or everyday life? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or spiritually disconnected by the pressure to hold it all together, live up to others' expectations, or carry generational pain without a space to process it? Would you like to work with a Black, Christian-faith-based, client-centered, and holistic therapist who understands your needs?

What I Specialize In

Areas I Support

Family systems conflict, trauma & PTSD
Stress & anxiety management
Depression & mood challenges
Codependency & boundary setting
Grief & loss
Life transitions & adjustment
Relationship & interpersonal issues
Self-esteem, anger management & emotional regulation
My Approach

How I Work in the
Therapy Room

Through a faith-based, culturally sensitive lens, my approach combines empathy, collaboration, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices to create a safe space for healing, growth, and thriving.

Modalities I Use:
Attachment-Based Christian Faith-Based Client-Centered Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Holistic Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mindfulness Narrative Therapy Problem-Solving Solution-Focused

Is This You?

You've been holding a lot in, and you're finally ready to find your voice
You're the "strong one," but inside you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted
You rely on humor to get through, but you know you need deeper emotional processing and support
You look highly functional on the outside, but inside you're carrying real stress and emotional overwhelm
You want your faith to be part of your strength, not something you have to separate from your healing

If that resonates, we might be a great fit.

Credentials & Education

2 years in practice
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, Registered in Oregon
Professional Counselor Associate, Registered in Oregon
M.A. in Clinical Psychology with Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology
DBT trainings, CEUs, and certifications

A Bit About Me

I lean on humor as my primary coping tool, and my faith gives me the strength to keep moving forward. Through reading scripture, I find the words and courage to speak; it guides me and gives me clarity, especially when I can't find them on my own.

My own experiences and hardships drove me to enter the mental health field, and I wanted to give people struggling with similar issues a chance to move forward. My interests are fitness, watching my favorite shows, traveling, hanging out with my family and friends, and helping the community.

Also Offered

Beyond therapy, I also offer financial services, supporting individuals in making decisions that align with their values, goals, and belief systems.

Ready to Connect?

Take the first step toward feeling more grounded and supported.

Schedule a Consultation with Gigi