Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland, OR Psychologist 3296

Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. He works with adults and older teens on stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship concerns, grief, and issues around identity and intimacy. People who want practical steps and clear thinking often find his style straightforward and goal-focused.

Netland brings 30 years of clinical experience to his work in Oregon. He trained in clinical psychology and holds the credential OR Psychologist 3296. His past roles include work in state hospitals, county jails, nursing homes, a private psychiatric hospital, employee assistance programs, and private practice settings.

His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered and mindfulness methods. He also draws on psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas when they fit the situation. Sessions typically involve talking through thoughts and behaviors, learning new skills, and trying small experiments to see what changes feel helpful.

He describes his role as teacher, analyst, and facilitator. That means he helps clients identify patterns, practice different responses, and set manageable goals. He is attentive to cultural differences and life circumstance when shaping a plan.

Netland favors a collaborative process that emphasizes learning about oneself and relationships. He supports clients who want concrete tools as well as those who need space to reflect on deeper feelings and past experiences.

How his approaches translate to online sessions

Dr. Netland commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors so clients can notice what changes help their mood and functioning. Client-centered work emphasizes listening, validation, and building a strong therapeutic relationship so people feel heard as they consider change.

He also integrates mindfulness practices to help with stress and emotional regulation. Mindfulness involves brief exercises in attention and grounding that can reduce reactivity and support clearer decision making during life transitions or when facing anxiety.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative step. He works with each person to decide which methods match their goals, preferences, and daily life. That conversation can shift over time as needs change and as clients try different techniques together.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skill coaching and deeper conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. Live chat and text messaging make quick check-ins or brief skill practice possible between sessions. These options help fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving routines.