Patience B. McGinnis, PsyD

She/Her/Hers

PSYCHOLOGIST

Individual Therapy & ADHD Assessment for Adults, College Students & Young Adults

Expertise & Specialties

  • As a generalist with over a decade & a half practicing as a therapist, I have experience working with a wide range of psychological concerns.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - Informed

Patience also has experience working with…

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Neurodivergence

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Intellectual Disability

  • Education & Learning Disabilities

  • Anxiety

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Body Positivity

  • Disordered Eating

  • Grief

  • Depression

  • Interpersonal & Relationship Concerns

  • LGBTQIA+ Mental Health

  • Women’s Mental Health

  • Sleep or Insomnia

  • Trauma

  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Chronic Pain

  • Chronic Illness

Meet Patience McGinnis

When life feels overwhelming or directionless, therapy can help you reconnect with clarity, confidence, and strength. My therapy approach is tailored to each individual’s needs with an emphasis on honoring every person’s unique cultural identity.

You deserve a space where your full self is welcomed and supported. Together, we’ll define your goals, strengthen your internal resources, and create a path toward greater well-being and fulfillment.

My desire to understand the inner workings of the human mind led me to pursue both my master’s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology. I bring nearly 15 years of experience from university counseling centers, where I supported college students and young adults in exploring identity, navigating transitions, and building resilience. I also served as a campus director of student wellness, leading mental health initiatives and overseeing support services behind the scenes.

Over time, I realized the most meaningful part of my work was sitting one-on-one with patients, helping them foster real, lasting change. As part of the team at Aspire Psychology, I’ve been able to return to the work I find most fulfilling, being a therapist. This has allowed me to reconnect with the work that brings me the most fulfillment: helping others lead more balanced, intentional lives.

Beyond the Practice

When I’m not helping my patients achieve a more balanced perspective, you will most likely find me reading, running, hiking, and backpacking, not just locally, but across the country as well. I love outdoor adventures, and nothing recharges me like a weekend backpacking trip in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!

How I Can Help
If you’re looking for a psychologist in Oregon or Washington who offers compassionate, culturally informed, and evidence-based therapy, I’m here to support you. Whether you're a college student navigating change, a young adult coping with anxiety, or someone seeking assessment for ADHD—I offer individual therapy and assessment services in-person in Portland, and via telehealth across Oregon and Washington.

Let’s work together to create a plan that fosters clarity, connection, and resilience in your everyday life.

Education & Licenses

  • MA, Portland State University

  • MA & PsyD, Pacific University

  • Licensed Psychologist, OR #2061 | WA #PY60089682

“In our work together, we will carefully examine your thoughts, feelings and behaviors to challenge assumptions, beliefs, and patterns and incorporate changes that align with your core values.”

We are here to help you thrive.