Eliot B. Altschul
He/Him/His
Psychologist, PhD
Oregon, Washington, California, New York
Waitlist Online
Portland
Not Accepting In-person
licensed to work with clients from all PSYPACT participating states
Updated February 23, 2023
Eliot B. Altschul
Zencare Vetted
Specialties & Expertise
- LGBTQIA, gender, and sexuality topics
Professional statement
Dr. Eliot Altschul is a Licensed Psychologist located in Portland, OR. Dr. Altschul is passionate about helping LGBTQ individuals learn more about their mental health and take steps towards feeling more secure in who they are. Dr. Altschul also works with men who would like to process through the masculine identity or who feel conflicted with their daily lives. Many of Dr. Altschul’s clients feel anxiety that impacts their relationships, work, and ability to relax.
In sessions with Dr. Altschul, clients will discover what thought patterns exist in their minds. By either accepting these thought patterns or altering them, clients start to build self-compassion. Dr. Altschul believes that all individuals have strengths and they can harness these strengths to boost their mood or mental health. By providing a safe space to explore barriers to happiness, Dr. Altschul support clients determine their goals and work towards those goals.
Dr. Altschul earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. With over 30 years of experience as a therapist, Dr. Altschul supports clients of all identities in building self-love and finding a sense of worthiness.
Specialties
LGBTQIA, gender, and sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- PacificSource
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions: $150 (45min)
- Couples sessions: $250 (50min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- As needed
Therapist's note
Please note Dr. Altschul is only in-network with insurances in the states of Oregon and Washington.
Location(s)
Online Sessions (Oregon)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue 9AM - 4 PM
- Wed 9AM - 3 PM
- Thu 9 AM - 3 PM
- Fri 9 AM - 3 PM
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Closed
Online Sessions (Washington)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue 9 AM - 4 PM
- Wed 9 AM - 3 PM
- Thu 9 AM - 3 PM
- Fri 9 AM - 3 PM
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Closed
Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue 9 AM - 4 PM
- Wed 9 AM - 3 PM
- Thu 9 AM - 3 PM
- Fri 9 AM - 3 PM
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Closed
Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue 9 AM - 4 PM
- Wed 9 AM - 3 PM
- Thu 9 AM - 3 PM
- Fri 9 AM - 3 PM
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Closed
Portland practice
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Please inquire about hours
- Tue Please inquire about hours
- Wed Please inquire about hours
- Thu Please inquire about hours
- Fri Please inquire about hours
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Please inquire about hours
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 30 years
University of Portland, Associate Director of Counseling and Training, 2017 - 2020
Clark College, Director Health and Counseling Center, 2015 - 2017
Evergreen Behavioral Health, Psychologist, 2014 - 2015
West Maui Counseling Center, Psychologist, 2013 - 2014
Humboldt State University, Director of Training , 2009 - 2013
George Washington University, Staff Psychologist, 2007 - 2009
Ministry of Child and Family Development, Psychologist, Director of Training, 2007 - 2007
Emory University, Psychologist, Group Coordinator, 2000 - 2006
St. Luke's Hospital , Supervising Psychologist, 1996 - 2000
Hunterdon Medical Center, Coordinator, Outpatient Psychological Services, 1991 - 1996
California School of Professional Psychology, Ph.D., 1993
Boston University, B.A., 1982
Licensure
Oregon: 2891
Washington: 60471057
California: 23727
New York: 012794
Languages
English