MaKiah Waters, LCSW

MaKiah Waters, LCSW

Psychotherapist
1700 NW Civic Dr, Ste 310, Gresham, OR
Ma’Kiah Waters helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence. At LifeStance Health, Ma’Kiah provides therapy for individuals, families, and groups across Oregon, creating a supportive and collaborative space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful change. Drawing from evidence-based approaches, Ma’Kiah works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, while also offering support for many other mental health needs. One of Ma’Kiah’s greatest passions is working with individuals facing ADHD, childhood behavioral concerns, and school avoidance. Ma’Kiah understands how these challenges can affect emotional well-being, academic success, family relationships, and self-esteem. By partnering with children, teens, and their caregivers, Ma’Kiah helps families develop effective strategies, improve communication, and build on strengths to support long-term growth and success. Ma’Kiah tailors treatment to each patient’s unique goals and experiences, integrating approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, Ma’Kiah has experience working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals involved in adoption and foster care, and people with developmental disabilities. Additional areas of expertise and treatment approaches are also available to meet a variety of mental health needs. With a warm, person-centered style, Ma’Kiah believes that healing happens through authentic connection, curiosity, and compassion. Patients are encouraged to explore their experiences in a safe environment while developing practical tools that can be used in everyday life.
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About MaKiah Waters

Focus areas

Alcoholism
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Gender Affirming Counseling
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Women's Issues Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know MaKiah Waters

Ma’Kiah Waters helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence. At LifeStance Health, Ma’Kiah provides therapy for individuals, families, and groups across Oregon, creating a supportive and collaborative space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful change. Drawing from evidence-based approaches, Ma’Kiah works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, while also offering support for many other mental health needs. One of Ma’Kiah’s greatest passions is working with individuals facing ADHD, childhood behavioral concerns, and school avoidance. Ma’Kiah understands how these challenges can affect emotional well-being, academic success, family relationships, and self-esteem. By partnering with children, teens, and their caregivers, Ma’Kiah helps families develop effective strategies, improve communication, and build on strengths to support long-term growth and success. Ma’Kiah tailors treatment to each patient’s unique goals and experiences, integrating approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In addition to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, Ma’Kiah has experience working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals involved in adoption and foster care, and people with developmental disabilities. Additional areas of expertise and treatment approaches are also available to meet a variety of mental health needs. With a warm, person-centered style, Ma’Kiah believes that healing happens through authentic connection, curiosity, and compassion. Patients are encouraged to explore their experiences in a safe environment while developing practical tools that can be used in everyday life.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Young Adult Issues
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Office location

MaKiah Waters, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Lifestance Health - Oregon
1700 NW Civic Dr, Ste 310, Gresham, OR 97030

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Portland State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1598231136

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MaKiah Waters has 2 office locations in Gresham, view full addresses on MaKiah Waters's profile.

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MaKiah Waters frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for MaKiah Waters on their profile.

What languages does MaKiah Waters speak?

MaKiah Waters speaks English.

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