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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC

Practice Information

Practice Name: Whole Movement Center PLLC
Counselor Name: Margery Segal, LPC, RSMT, IDME, PPN
License Number: C9542
Address: 5404 N. Montana Avenue, Portland, OR 97217
Phone: (802) 324-1731
Email: explore@wholemovementcenter.com
Website: https://www.wholemovementcenter.com

Philosophy and Approach to Counseling

At the Whole Movement Center, I create a space where your body and mind can express what they need to. Together, we embark on a journey of somatic discovery, where profound beauty unfolds as we reconnect with our human essence.

Through gentle body awareness, we reveal our innate goodness—the resilience that helps us survive the impossible, the desire to protect ourselves and those we love, and the courage to stand up for justice and integrity.

Every day, I witness the incredible wisdom of the body and mind in my therapy practice, helping people thrive after hardship. Just as plants naturally grow towards the sun and birds find their way home in the spring, our hearts and minds are capable of creating new pathways to wellness and fulfillment.

Code of Ethics: As a Licensee of the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, I abide by its Code of Ethics (Oregon Administrative Rules 833-100).

Formal Education and Training

Highest Degree: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Institution: Goddard College
Year Graduated: 2009
Major Coursework: Human Growth and Development, Counseling Theory and Practice, Somatic Psychotherapy, Marriage and Couples Counseling, Gestalt, Pre/Perinatal Psychology, Group Dynamics, Assessment and Testing, Family Systems, Psychopathology, Research Methods, Ethics in Counseling

Specialized Certifications

Internal Family Systems & Couples Therapy:

Internal Family Systems Therapy (Levels 1 & 2)
Intimacy From The Inside Out© - IFS Couples Counseling
Advanced training in sexuality, betrayal and repair, neurobiology, shame, and activation

Somatic & Body-Based Modalities:

Body-Mind Centering® Practitioner and Teacher
Registered Somatic Movement Therapist (ISMETA)
Somatic Experiencing® Provider
Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapist

Perinatal & Developmental Work:

Certified Pre and Perinatal Birth Attachment Practitioner
Infant Developmental Movement Educator®

Movement & Embodiment:

Skinner Releasing Dance Technique® Educator
Advanced Bodywork Therapist

Professional Background

I bring a unique integration of clinical training and embodied practice to my work. Before becoming a therapist, I was a professional dancer, choreographer, and theater artist. I founded a dance company and directed a yoga and advanced bodywork studio—experiences that deeply inform how I work with clients today. This multidisciplinary background allows me to address both the psychological and somatic dimensions of healing, helping clients overcome trauma, chronic pain, and disconnection from self.

Continuing Education Requirements

As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oregon, I am required to participate in continuing education to maintain my license. I complete 40 hours of continuing education every two years, including 6 hours in ethics and 4 hours in cultural competence, to ensure I provide the most current and effective therapeutic services.

Services Provided

I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and somatic, body-centered approaches to healing, offering the following services:

Individual counseling for adults
Couples counseling and relationship therapy
Women's body recovery and somatic healing
Prenatal and perinatal birth attachment therapy
Birth trauma recovery
Parent coaching
Attachment issues and relational healing
Adoption support
Developmental challenges
Support for families with children with special needs
Trauma recovery using somatic approaches
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

Fee Schedule

Free Consultation: 20 minutes - to determine if we are a good fit
Intake Session: $225 (60-minute session) or $325 (90-minute session)
Individual Mental Health Therapy: $200 (60-minute sessions)
Relationship Therapy: $200 (60-minute sessions)
Couples/Family Session: $300 (90-minute sessions)
Extended Sessions and Intensives: May be available upon request
Sliding Scale: A limited number of sliding scale fees are available for clients experiencing financial hardship

Insurance: We accept most Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). We can provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for out-of-network benefits and reimbursement. We do not work with or bill insurance companies directly, guarantee reimbursement, and are not currently in-network with any insurance providers.

Payment Methods Accepted: Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Credit Cards, Checks, Cash

Cancellation Policy: 48-hour notice required or full session fee applies

Privacy and Confidentiality

Your privacy is of utmost importance. All communications between us are confidential and protected by state and federal law. Information shared in therapy will not be disclosed to anyone without your written consent.

Exceptions to Confidentiality

Oregon law requires that I disclose confidential information in the following situations:

Suspected Child Abuse: I am required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities.
Imminent Danger: If I believe you present an imminent danger to yourself or others, I am required to take protective actions, which may include notifying potential victims, contacting emergency services, and/or seeking hospitalization.
Court Proceedings: If required by court order or legal proceedings, I may be compelled to release information.
Insurance and Payment: Information may be shared with your insurance company or other relevant agencies for billing and reimbursement purposes.
Professional Consultation: I may consult with other qualified mental health professionals regarding your care to provide you with the best possible treatment. These consultations maintain your confidentiality.
Defense of Claims: If you bring legal action against me, I may disclose information necessary to defend myself.

Your Rights as a Client

As a client of an Oregon licensed professional counselor, you have the following rights:

To expect that I have met the minimum qualifications of training and experience required by Oregon state law
To examine public records maintained by the Board and to have the Board confirm my credentials
To obtain a copy of the Code of Ethics (Oregon Administrative Rules 833-100)
To report complaints to the Board
To be informed of the cost of professional services before receiving the services
To be assured of privacy and confidentiality while receiving services as defined by rule or law, with the exceptions noted above
To be free from discrimination based on age, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, national origin, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or socioeconomic status

Additional Information

For additional information about my credentials and licensure status, you may consult the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists website at: www.oregon.gov/oblpct

You can verify my license and view public records by visiting the Board's website and searching the licensee directory.

Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists

Address: 3218 Pringle Rd SE, #120, Salem, OR 97302-6312
Phone: (503) 378-5499
Email: lpct.board@mhra.oregon.gov
Website: www.oregon.gov/OBLPCT

Consent for Treatment

By beginning counseling services with me, you acknowledge that you have received, read, and understood this Professional Disclosure Statement. You consent to participate in counseling and agree to the terms outlined in this document, including the fee schedule, confidentiality policies, and exceptions to confidentiality.

If you have any questions about this disclosure statement or any aspect of our work together, please feel free to discuss them with me at any time.

This Professional Disclosure Statement complies with Oregon Revised Statutes 675.755 and Oregon Administrative Rules 833-075-0050.

Last Updated: November 2025