Kevin Krage, LMFT

Hi, I’m Kevin Krage, and I’m passionate about what I do. I believe our deepest wounds are often relational, which is why my practice focuses on healing those wounds through relationships. No matter how you found my couples counseling website, where you are in life, or what you hope to gain from our work together, I’ll meet you there. I’ll reflect back the parts of yourself holding you back and help you clear the obstacles that keep you from enjoying the relationships you deserve—with yourself and with others.

Therapy often comes with an unspoken expectation: you’ll bare your soul, trusting a therapist who shares little in return. While there are valid reasons for this, I understand the curiosity about who your therapist really is outside the therapy room. It’s natural to wonder. Even though therapy focuses entirely on the client’s needs, you may want to know more about the person guiding you.

Therapy, at its core, is an intimate and authentic relationship. However, some therapists adopt a “blank slate” approach, revealing little to nothing about themselves. Yet, research shows that the connection between therapist and client is crucial to healing. That’s why I bring my full humanity into the room, building trust and helping you deepen your authentic human experience. If you’re curious, here’s a bit about my journey:

I grew up in SW Portland and later moved to California in 2012. While there, I attended grad school for therapy at Sonoma State University. My partner and I returned to Portland in late 2023. Because of this, I’m licensed to practice in both California and Oregon.

Earlier in my life, I was married to a man. Despite our best efforts, we grew apart and ultimately decided to divorce.

Today, I’m in a far more fulfilling partnership, and I’m incredibly happy with my lifelong commitment to him.

My journey into therapy started with listening to one particular emotion: envy. A close friend of mine became a therapist several years before me. Every time we met, I bombarded her with questions about her work. After she left, I found myself filled with envy for the positive impact she was having on the community. That feeling was a clear sign of where my own path was leading. I believe our emotions hold valuable insights, and when we pay attention, they can guide us toward wisdom.

I chose to specialize in couples therapy because of my unique experiences with relationships growing up. One parent had multiple marriages, while the other stayed single after their divorce when I was just a few months old. These diverse experiences, combined with my own life and education, shaped my passion for helping others strengthen their partnerships.

For me, my work brings immense joy—second only to my family. Pictured here is me, my fiance Spencer, and our dog, Quentin.

Warmly,

Kevin Krage, LMFT