Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Culturally Responsive Mental Health Counseling in Portland, OR
At Anchor Within Counseling, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally-specific mental health care tailored to the unique journeys of individuals, families, and communities. Our practice prioritizes relationship-first care, addressing intrapersonal, generational, and social influences that shape self-perception and behavior. We specialize in serving Black/African, Latino, and Native populations, who have historically faced systemic inequities in mental health services, through a holistic, racially-informed approach.Our team undergoes ongoing training to ensure culturally responsive care, integrating faith-based strengths and community healing practices. With expertise in evidence-based interventions like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care, we empower clients to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve lasting personal growth. Our commitment to transparency, ethical practice, and client-centered support establishes us as a trusted leader in culturally competent mental health services.
Services
Adult Individual Therapy
Child Therapy
Adolescent Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Christian Counseling
Peer Support/Skills Training
Case Management
Couples Enrichment Program
Spiritual Identity Counseling
Highlights and features
- Our staff receives specialized training in serving Black/African and Latino/Hispanic populations.
- We offer evidence-based interventions tailored to cultural and racial trauma.
- Trauma-informed care prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment for marginalized communities.
- Sliding scale options ensure accessible care for uninsured clients.
- Culturally-specific programs address generational patterns and community healing.
What people say
Culturally responsive therapists
Trauma-informed care
Specialized BIPOC support
Effective skill-building
Safe healing environment
Services
Adult Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions for adults address stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma through evidence-based practices. Our therapists collaborate with clients to develop coping strategies tailored to cultural backgrounds and life challenges. This service fosters resilience and lasting behavioral changes in a confidential setting.
Family Therapy
Culturally-informed family therapy improves communication and resolves conflicts while honoring racial and cultural contexts. Sessions involve all family members to strengthen relationships and address systemic challenges. Our approach integrates heritage and generational perspectives to create harmonious home environments.
Couples Enrichment Program
This evidence-based program uses Prepare/Enrich assessments to strengthen relationships through communication and conflict resolution training. Designed for engaged, married, or cohabitating couples, it offers six sessions focusing on intimacy, finances, and parenting. Sessions are led by certified specialists using dual facilitation.
Trauma-Informed Care
Specialized care addresses trauma from systemic racism, discrimination, and historical oppression. Our approach emphasizes safety, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity while incorporating peer support and resilience-building techniques. Therapists create healing environments that acknowledge clients' racial and cultural identities.
Peer Support/Skills Training
Structured programs combine lived experience with evidence-based strategies to improve stress management, communication, and emotional regulation. Peer specialists provide culturally-responsive support for parenting, education, and interpersonal relationships while fostering holistic independence through practical skill-building exercises.
People
Fayanna Johnson
Clinical Director
Specializes in holistic mental health care with expertise in trauma-informed approaches for BIPOC communities. Focuses on integrating cultural identity into therapeutic practices to promote resilience and healing.
Phillip Johnson
Community Director
Expert in mentoring and behavioral redirection with a focus on cultural competency in family systems. Develops community programs that address systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations.
Ambrosia Johnson
Programs Navigator
Provides culturally-specific support using motivational interviewing and growth mindset techniques. Specializes in connecting clients with community resources tailored to racial and ethnic needs.
Dennis Ahana
Therapist
Licensed professional counselor offering trauma-informed therapy that addresses blind spots and promotes self-awareness. Focuses on culturally-responsive treatment for diverse client populations.
Kyana Benjamin
Therapist
Creates safe spaces for emotional exploration using trauma-informed methods. Specializes in helping clients develop self-control and goal-setting strategies through culturally-sensitive practices.
Questions
What mental health services do you specialize in?
We specialize in culturally-responsive therapy for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families with expertise in trauma-informed care for BIPOC communities.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including OHP, with out-of-network billing options available for uncovered providers.
How do you address cultural sensitivity in therapy?
Our staff undergoes specialized training to provide racially-informed care that honors clients' cultural identities and addresses systemic trauma.
What is your cancellation policy?
A $35 fee applies for late cancellations or no-shows without 24-hour notice to maintain scheduling integrity.
Are sliding scale options available?
Yes, we offer limited sliding scale spots for uninsured clients to ensure accessible mental health care.
Do you offer couples counseling?
Our Couples Enrichment Program uses evidence-based methods to improve communication, intimacy, and relationship resilience through structured sessions.
