Justin Artoff, CADC I

Hi! My name Justin Artoff (he/him), I am a Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Oregon under the supervision of Matt Lauzon, LCSW. I work with individuals (20+) for both in-person and virtual sessions. While I enjoy working with a wide range of issues, I specialize in unsafe coping skills (e.g., substance use), anxiety, and depression.

Are you a good clinical fit?

You're the expert on your life, and my role is to listen and help you meet your goals - whether that is to build communication skills, feel more confident, or experience a day without having those pesky what-if worries. I take a client-centered approach where I get feedback on how we are working together and whether we are meeting your needs. I use your feedback to find way new skills, strategies, or approaches that will be a better fit for you. I want therapy with me to be collaborative and prioritize you getting your needs met. Together, we’ll build tools and skills that feel right for you. I’ve found that being honest, open, and taking things one step at a time can lead to real growth and change.

My Approach

Life can be hard—especially when it comes to relationships or struggles coping with stress. A lot of our pain starts in relationships, but healing can happen through relationships too. That’s a big part of how I work in therapy.

I focus on helping you understand your emotions and your relationships—both with others and with yourself. Sometimes that means looking at your past to see how it shaped you. Other times, it means noticing how you're feeling and showing up in the present, including in our sessions together. Your emotions have important messages, and when we learn to really listen to them, they can guide us toward what we need and what helps us grow.

Most of us already have a sense of what would help—but actually doing those things can be tough. That’s where tools like mindfulness and body-based (somatic) practices can help you connect what you know with what you do.

I believe real change comes from within, so I use Motivational Interviewing to help you tap into your own reasons for change and the strengths you already have. We’ll check in regularly on what’s working, what’s getting in the way, and how confident you’re feeling as you move forward.

Most importantly, I want this to be a safe, supportive space where all parts of you are welcome. I know that your background, identity, and experiences shape your story—and I’m here to honor that as we work together at your pace, in a way that feels right for you.

Learn more on how I can help with addiction and substance use concerns.

I look forward to working with you!