About

Hello, my name is Esther Cho and my pronouns are she/her/hers.  I am a professional counselor associate serving individuals and families in SW Portland, Oregon.  I offer both in-person and telehealth services.

Before becoming a mental health therapist, I served as a pastor for 21 years working with children, youth, college, and adults. I have also worked as a middle and high school teacher. I obtained my Master of Divinity with a counseling emphasis in 2008 and later pursued my MA in Clinical Mental Health. My diverse work contexts allow me to connect and relate to many whose background differs from mine.

As an Asian-American, I provide culturally sensitive care for the POC experience, addressing generational trauma and the discovery of identity. I enjoy working with the POC community as we navigate cultural components and challenges while bringing positive change to overall mental health.

I believe in empowering clients and using a variety of techniques and interventions to make their experiences meaningful. I believe our therapeutic relationship is vital as we journey together, and collaboratively work to explore your emotions and needs and move towards a hopeful and authentic life.

Modalities most often used:

• Attachment-Based

• Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

I am a registered associate in the state of Oregon (#R7844).  My current supervisor is Dr. Michelle Engblom-Deglmann, LMFT (OR and CA), License #T1004. 

A little bit more about me:

I was raised in Las Vegas, NV, and in 2015 planted my roots in Oregon. My husband and I have been married for over 20 years, we have 2 active sons and a Samoyed dog. I enjoy those days when there is nothing to do and the family sleeps in and spends the rest of the day in our pajamas. When I can, I try to make it to the coast and surf. I epically fail to get up on the board most of the time and return home bruised, and thankful the waves didn’t eat me alive!