Therapy for Kids, Teens and Families in Oregon and Washington

Collaborative, developmentally informed care for the whole family

A Collaborative, Developmentally Informed Approach

At Portal Wellness Collective, we take a collaborative, developmentally informed approach to therapy. We work with children, teens, young adults, and families to build resilience, strengthen communication, and develop practical skills that support lasting growth. Depending on your family’s needs, therapy may include individual sessions with your child, parent or caregiver involvement, family sessions, or coordination with schools and other providers. Our goal isn’t simply to reduce symptoms—it’s to help young people better understand themselves, navigate life’s challenges with confidence, and build healthy relationships at home, at school, and beyond.

Issues We Can Support

Meeting young people and families where they are

Depression
Anxiety
School Stress & Issues
Identity Development & Support
Divorce & Blended Families
Adoption
PTSD & Acute Trauma
Behavioral Issues
Child / Parent Relationships

Meet Our Child Therapists

Specialists in working with young people and their families

mace slizoski professional counselor associate

Mace Slizoski

Professional Counselor Associate

Offerings: Individual Adolescent and Adult Therapy

Specializes in: Transgender, LGBTQ+, Children

Approach: DBT, Eclectic, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative

nazareth chavarri clinical social work associate

Nazareth Chavarria (She/Her)

CSWA

Offerings: Bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy for teenagers and families

Specializes in: Anxiety, Racial Identity, Depression

Approach: CBT, Compassion Focused, Culturally Sensitive, Narrative, Person-Centered, Relational, Trauma Focused

Ready to Support Your Child or Family?

Reach out today and we’ll help you find the right fit for your family’s needs.