- Somatic-informed care
- Direct compassionate style
- Focus on men's issues
About Craig
Craig Parton offers a calm, direct place for men and others concerned with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma to talk things through. He is Craig Parton, LMFT, and he aims to make therapy understandable and practical. He lays out questions and reflections clearly so clients can better see patterns that shape their day-to-day life.
He works from a somatic psychology perspective, which links body awareness with feelings and thoughts. That means sessions may include mindfulness practices and attention to physical sensations as a way to notice stuck responses. The goal is to help people notice how their body and mind interact so they can choose different actions.
Craig emphasizes kindness, clarity, and honesty in sessions. He asks questions that help people examine underlying beliefs and old wounds. Together he and the client look at behaviors that cause pain and test out healthier ways of responding.
Therapy with him can cover many topics, from intimacy and sexuality to unwanted behaviors and ungrieved losses. He helps people get clearer about what they need and how to meet those needs more often. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s comfort.
Over a 15-year career, he has focused on issues such as panic, post-traumatic stress, process addictions, prejudice and discrimination, and challenges specific to men. He practices in Oregon and conducts sessions in English.
How somatic approaches fit into online therapy
Somatic-informed work brings attention to the body as a way to understand emotions and stress. That can mean learning simple mindfulness practices, noticing breath and posture, and tracking sensations that link to difficult memories or automatic reactions. These techniques help with anxiety, panic, trauma responses, and repetitive behaviors by making patterns easier to spot and change.Mindfulness-based practices are often paired with talking interventions to notice how thoughts and actions connect. For people struggling with process addictions or shame around sexuality, this combined focus on body and narrative can create new choices in moments that used to feel automatic. The therapist will discuss which techniques make sense and adapt them to each person's needs and comfort level in collaboration with the client.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into busy schedules and reducing travel time. Online sessions can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or for exercises that don't require being on camera. This profile does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. The therapist will help clients decide which format and techniques best match their goals and day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Oregon, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBT concerns. Additional focuses include panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, process addictions, self-love, sexuality, and issues often described as men's issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a somatic-informed approach that links body awareness with feelings and thoughts. Sessions tend to be kind, direct, and question-driven to help people identify patterns and try new behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience offering psychotherapy to adults. That background includes work on trauma, addiction patterns, and stress-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and practices in Oregon. The profile lists OR LMFT and CA LMFT as credential details.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.