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Laura Placek

Licensed Professional Counselor Mental and Behavioral Health Director

mental health Portland, OR Self Employment

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Overview

Level

Staff

Tenure

13 years at Self Employment

Gender

Female

Connections

252

Position in HealthTal Database

59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Laura Placek is one of them.
881 mental health professionals are based in OR (out of 17,254 total healthcare contacts in that state).
3 contacts at Self Employment are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical mental health compensation in OR: $42,000 – $104,000 (median $60,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of mental health professionals in OR: Sole Proprietor (56), Private Practice (30), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (12).
4% of mental health professionals in OR hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
87% of mental health professionals in OR have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.

Education

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Science (M.S.)

2008

UW-Milwaukee

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

1991

Skills

Psychotherapy Mental Health Behavioral Health Risk Assessment Psychology Expert Witness Problem Structuring Mental Health Counseling Social Services Case Management Crisis Intervention Group Therapy Cbt Interventions Wellness Psychiatry Expert Analyst Of Correctional Trends Brokering Services Dispositional Planning Consultation Clinical Psychology Community Outreach Motivational Interviewing Stress Management Therapists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program Development

Professional Overview

Laura Placek is a Licensed Professional Counselor Mental and Behavioral Health Director, currently affiliated with Self Employment, based in Portland, OR. As a mental health, Placek contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Portland, OR. They have been with Self Employment for 13 years. Placek holds academic credentials, including Master of Science (M.S.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.), from Southern New Hampshire University and UW-Milwaukee. Core competencies include Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Risk Assessment, Psychology. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Portland, OR healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Laura Placek located?

Laura Placek is based in Portland, OR. They are currently affiliated with Self Employment.

What is Laura Placek's specialty?

Laura Placek specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Professional Counselor Mental and Behavioral Health Director.

Where does Laura Placek currently work?

Laura Placek currently works at Self Employment. They have been there for 13 years.

What is Laura Placek's educational background?

Laura Placek attended Southern New Hampshire University and UW-Milwaukee.

How do I contact Laura Placek for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a mental health professional?

Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a mental health professional in OR?

mental health professionals in OR typically earn $42,000 to $104,000 annually, with a median of $60,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.