As a licensed Psychologist and licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have clinical expertise in helping individuals overcome tough challenges. If you are suffering from anxiety, sadness, disappointments, life changes, grief and loss, life transitions, interpersonal concerns, chronic pain, complex health care issues, insomnia, or other significant life challenges, please know I am here to help. I work collaboratively to provide active self-care skills within a solution focused and safe environment. I utilize cognitive behavioral and mindfulness interventions to increase motivation, inspire new beginnings, and provide hope for change with a renewed focus. You are not alone!
About Me
Dr. Terri Lechnyr is a Clinical Psychologist in OR and WA and Licensed Social Worker in OR and TN, with a specialization in cognitive behavioral therapy.
Dr. Lechnyr holds a Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Psychology with extensive clinical experience since her first graduate clinical degree in 1999. Dr. Lechnyr has studied clinical social work and clinical/research psychology at Pacific Lutheran University, Walla Walla University and Capella University. She has also completed her post-doctoral Ph.D. training in Pain Management and Behavioral Medicine at the Willamette Medical Center in Eugene, Oregon where she worked with a multi-disciplinary chronic pain management team that included physicians, nurse practitioners, massage specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, clinical social workers, and psychologists. Her graduate research focused on how anxiety and depression impacted the outcome of spinal implant surgery for chronic intractable pain. She also enjoys the opportunity for collaboration with her patient’s physician and other health care providers for optimal outcomes.
Dr. Terri Lechnyr, Ph.D., LCSW, LLC