Professional Development

Clinical Supervision

Collaborative, relational supervision grounded in anti-oppressive values — for Oregon and Washington licensure.

Supervision That Supports the Whole Therapist

Portal Wellness offers clinical supervision for social workers, mental health therapists, and marriage and family therapists, that is collaborative, relational, and grounded in anti-oppressive and abolitionist values. Moreover, it is based on the belief that a therapist’s wellbeing is essential to the work that they do. We can provide clinical supervision for those seeking licensure within the states of Oregon and Washington.

At Portal Wellness, we know that good clinical supervision is paramount to professional development, and that it both supports confidence and prevents burnout. Because we understand that professional practice requires excellent clinical, therapeutic, and business management skills, we will assist you to develop your skillsets in all of these areas so that you can better achieve your long-term professional goals.

Anti-Oppressive Values

Our supervision is grounded in abolitionist, liberation-centered frameworks. We honor the complexities of identity and systemic context in clinical practice.

Therapist Wellbeing First

We believe your wellbeing is essential to the work you do. Supervision here supports your confidence, prevents burnout, and honors your full humanity.

Full Professional Growth

We develop your clinical, therapeutic, AND business management skills — so you can achieve your long-term professional goals with confidence.

Clinical Supervisor

Erika Nelson

Owner & Approved Clinical Supervisor — OR & WA

Hi! I’m Erika Nelson, owner of Portal Wellness, and an approved Clinical Supervisor offering clinical supervision for social workers in Washington and Oregon states.

I have a background in community mental health, and have worked extensively in the area of crisis and stabilization in youth and families. My expertise is in relational therapy, clinical assessment, suicidal ideation, neurodiversity, and healing trauma through an anti-oppressive lens.

I am experienced with approaches that include somatic, parts (IFS), polyvagal, liberation psychology, depth and analytic psychology, DBT/CBT, narrative, and creative arts.

My goals are to empower people with knowledge, cultivate transformative relationships, and catalyze communal change. If these goals align with yours, let’s see if we are a good fit!

Supervisor Candidate

Semi Grey

Supervisor Candidate — Oregon

Hi! I’m Semi Grey, a Supervisor Candidate here at Portal Wellness Collective. I practice from a decolonialist and liberation-centered framework, honoring the complexities of identity, intergenerational resilience, and the sacredness of the body. My presence is grounded in humility, curiosity, and a commitment to creating spaces where all parts of you are welcome.

I offer supervision that blends ethical and professional standards with a decolonialist, liberation-centered approach. I draw from modalities such as EMDR, somatic and mindfulness-based therapies, Buddhist psychology, and Gestalt approaches, supporting supervisees in developing authentic, embodied clinical presence.

Together, we engage in work that is ethically sound, socially conscious, and deeply human.

Relational Approach

Supervision is built on a genuine, collaborative relationship between supervisor and supervisee — not a top-down evaluation model.

Licensure Support

We provide supervision hours counting toward LCSW, LMFT, and LPC licensure in Oregon and Washington states.

Individual & Group

We offer both individual supervision sessions and group supervision options to fit your schedule and learning style.

Ethics & Accountability

Grounded in ethical practice, social consciousness, and accountability — we support you to show up fully and responsibly for your clients.

Testimonial

“I already had several years of therapy under my belt when I decided to switch modalities and found Erika … Erika has helped me see my challenges from a different perspective. I feel like I am making progress in areas that I had struggled with for years.”

-- Former Client

“I love how receptive Erika is. I never feel like it’s a clinical environment, and always feel like I’m being treated like a real person … I can’t explain the difference Erika has made in my life … I’m way more understanding with myself.”

-- Former Client

“This has truly been life changing for me. Not sure I know where I would be without [Erika’s] support over the past 1+ years … I feel ‘seen’ and appreciated for who I am, and accepted. That goes a long way in creating the space to heal. I find it helpful that she does not treat me as a ‘cookbook’ case, just pulling out different modalities that are supposed to work with my ‘symptoms’.”

-- Former Client

“I liked how warm and open Erika was. She seemed excited to work with me and I really appreciated that she understood my position as an entrepreneur. I like that she lets me lead, but has a program for us to follow. I've been able to let things go that upset me and set boundaries that are healthy. [And] trust myself again!”

-- Former Client

“Erika is super sincere and thoughtful with everything she does. She really takes the time to listen to you and understand you before making any kinds of recommendations. I have always felt so heard … I am finally able to set boundaries with people in my life. I managed to make some pretty significant changes to my lifestyle as a result I am in a much happier place now.”

-- Former Client

“She is nonjudgmental, can joke but is serious, and keeps me accountable … Erika is amazing.”

-- Former Client

Send Us a Message!

Interested in supervision with Portal Wellness? Reach out and let’s explore if we’re a good fit.