Our Services

Behavioral Health

Your Mental Health Matters

We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, integrated care for our patients across various settings, ensuring that mental and emotional well-being are prioritized in every aspect of health. Take the first step towards better health and schedule a visit today!

Care in Primary Care Clinics

Behavioral Health Consultants

Our Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) are embedded within our primary care clinics to provide immediate, in-person support for patients. They work closely with primary care providers to address behavioral health offering targeted behavioral health interventions.

  • Preventive Care at its Best: Our BHCs are at the forefront of preventive healthcare, helping you address potential issues before they become serious. They work closely with you to develop personalized strategies that promote long-term health and well-being.
  • Health Behavior Coaching: From managing stress to making healthier lifestyle choices, our BHCs guide you through practical steps to improve your physical and emotional health. Whether you want to quit smoking, manage weight, or reduce anxiety, we’re here to support your journey.
  • Comprehensive Mental Health Care: Mental health is just as important as physical health. Our BHCs offer immediate access to mental health support, ensuring that you can address concerns like depression, anxiety, and more within your primary care visit.
  • Why Choose Us? Our integrated approach means you receive holistic care, addressing both mind and body in a seamless, supportive environment. By focusing on prevention, healthy behaviors, and mental wellness, our BHCs help you achieve a balanced, healthier life.

BHCs also provide specific care for patients needing specialized services.

  • Gender-Affirming Care: Our BHCs are dedicated to offering gender-affirming care within an integrated primary care setting. With expertise in supporting patients on their gender journeys, BHC provide compassionate care and collaborate with primary care providers to ensure comprehensive, inclusive supports. They are also trained to write WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) letters, which are often required for gender-affirming surgeries or hormone therapy. Our goal is to empower patients with the care, guidance, and documentation needed to access services and live authentically.
  • Care for Pregnant and Parenting Patients: Our BHCs and CHNs provide comprehensive support for patients during pregnancy and postpartum. Whether you need help with emotional adjustments, managing mood and anxiety, parenting support, or connecting with community resources, we're here to assist you every step of the way.

Community Health Navigators

Our Community Health Navigators (CHNs) play a crucial role in connecting patients with the resources they need, both within the healthcare system and in the community. They help address social determinants of health (SDOH) by guiding patients through complex healthcare processes and connecting them with essential services.

  • Services Offered:
    • Assistance with healthcare access
    • Support with connecting patients to resources to housing, food, and transportation needs
    • Coordination of care across different providers and levels of care

Care in School-based Health Centers

Behavioral Health Consultants

Our BHCs are also present in School-based Health Centers (SBHCs) providing on-site mental health support to students. They collaborate with school staff to create a safe environment for students to discuss their concerns and receive necessary care. By integrating mental health services into the school environment, we ensure that students receive timely support, which can improve their academic performance and overall well-being.

  • Services Offered:
    • Mental health support and crisis intervention
    • Psychoeducation and prevention programs
    • Coordination with school staff and parents

Take the First Step Toward Better Health

Schedule a visit today with our Behavioral Health team. If you have any questions or need more information about our services, please don't hesitate to contact us.

In Crisis? Help is Available 24/7

Immediate Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, it's important to get help right away. At Neighborhood Health Center, we care deeply about your well-being and want to ensure you have access to the support you need, whenever you need it.

While our Behavioral Health team is available during regular clinic hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm) to support your mental health and wellness, crises can happen at any time. For urgent situations, please don’t wait—reach out to one of the crisis lines below to get the immediate assistance you need.

  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call 988
    Available 24/7, the 988 hotline connects you to a trained crisis counselor who can provide support and connect you with local resources.
  • Clackamas County Crisis Line: Call 503-655-8585
    For residents of Clackamas County, this local crisis line offers 24/7 support, including mental health assessments, intervention, and connection to resources.
  • Washington County Crisis Line: Call 503-291-9111
    If you're in Washington County, this crisis line provides immediate access to mental health professionals who can help you navigate your crisis.
  • Multnomah County Crisis Line: Call 503-988-4888
  • Unity Behavioral Health Center: 1225 NE 2nd Ave, Portland, OR
  • Hawthorne Urgent-Walk in Clinic:  5240 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Hillsboro, OR 97124
  • Clackamas County Urgent-Walk in Clinic: 11211 SE 82nd Ave., Suite O, Happy Valley, OR
  • Visit your nearest emergency room department

 

Financial Assistance

No insurance? No problem. We offer discounts on all our services and prescription medications. All patients are encouraged to apply.

The NHC Difference

Our care teams provide high-quality whole-person care, supporting each patients' unique mental, emotional, and physical health needs. The care you receive at NHC will help you get healthy and stay healthy with collaborative solutions right for you and your particular situation, regardless of your residence status, citizenship status, income, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, or religion.