Dr. Keith Dempsey Counseling & Consulting

Dr. Keith Dempsey Counseling & Consulting Professional, Effective, & Culturally Sensitive Services Dr. Keith Dempsey has been an advocate in the helping profession for over 20+ years.

He has served as a therapist and clinical social worker in the Portland Community. He has a passion for helping individuals, couples and families reach their full potential through the power of counseling. He earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling and a PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from Oregon State University. His doctoral studies focused on coping strategies for Black men. He has conducted national presentations and trainings regarding issues of diversity, racial trauma, and the plight of Black people. Dr. Dempsey is the past President of the Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (WACES). He is formerly the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Counseling at George Fox University. He is the first African American to receive tenure at this institution. His volunteer work includes MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility, Self Enhancement Inc., Salvation Army, Kappa League Youth Program and the Perspective Gentleman’s Program.

03/24/2026

No is a complete sentence.
You don’t have to explain it.
You don’t have to justify it.
You can’t pour from an empty cup, protect your peace, and set the boundary.

03/17/2026

You asked: How do we know when we’re not telling the truth?
For me, it’s when my words and feelings don’t match. Sometimes we hide the truth to protect ourselves from hurt or conflict, but if that coping habit is weighing you down, it’s time to face it.
Let your truth get louder so your emotional journey gets lighter.

03/10/2026

A mentor reminded me today: tell the truth. When we hide or distort it, our words lose value, relationships suffer, and the emotional weight grows heavier. Remember, we are as sick as our secrets. Healing starts with honesty.

The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) invited me to Atlanta to engage in conversations about the importance...
03/04/2026

The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) invited me to Atlanta to engage in conversations about the importance of counseling. 

The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) invited me to Atlanta to engage in conversations about the importance...
03/04/2026

The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) invited me to Atlanta to engage in conversations about the importance of counseling.

03/03/2026

Ever leave a place or person feeling drained?
That’s your sign that your peace was being taxed.
Stop shrinking to fit in. Be wise about who you’re around, where you go, and the habits you keep.
If it costs you your peace, it’s too expensive.

I’m live right now on Instagram on .create’s Off Task livestream, come tap in and join the conversation!
02/26/2026

I’m live right now on Instagram on .create’s Off Task livestream, come tap in and join the conversation!

02/24/2026

Black History Month may end, but Black history never does, because without Black history, there is no history.

For our mental health, we must know who and whose we are. As Maya Angelou wrote in Still I Rise, “I rise.”
Family, we will rise.

02/21/2026

I had the privilege of moderating an exceptional Fireside Chat honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and exploring the ongoing pursuit of justice, equity, and community empowerment. I was joined by Kimberlee Armstrong, Ron Herndon, and Lakeitha Elliott, whose wisdom and lived experience both challenged and inspired us all.

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02/16/2026

Martin and Malcolm showed us this: strength isn’t isolation. It’s knowing when to pause, shift direction, and call on your community. That’s real power.

Another successful mentoring session at the POIC Men of Color Luncheon. Honored to share space with my Boule' Brothers ...
02/12/2026

Another successful mentoring session at the POIC Men of Color Luncheon. Honored to share space with my Boule' Brothers and the future leaders of tomorrow.

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