Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Compassionate Mental Health & Addiction Services in Portland Metro
LifeWorks NW has been dedicated to promoting lifelong wellbeing through comprehensive mental health and addiction services since 1961. Our mission centers on providing culturally responsive care across the lifespan, from children to older adults, with a focus on recovery, resilience, and holistic health. With a team of over 700 professionals, including clinicians, counselors, and medical providers, we offer outpatient, residential, and crisis services tailored to individual needs. Our programs emphasize prevention, family support, and integrated behavioral and primary healthcare.We serve Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties, prioritizing accessibility through bilingual staff and community partnerships. Recognized as Oregons largest outpatient mental health provider, we combine clinical excellence with innovative solutions to address mental health and addiction challenges. Our commitment to reducing stigma and fostering community connections drives our work in schools, homes, and treatment centers. By celebrating every client milestone, we empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve lasting wellness.
Services
Mental Health Services
Addiction Services
Prevention Services
Holistic Health Services
Supported Employment
Crisis Intervention
Child & Family Therapy
Substance Abuse Treatment
Outpatient Care
Residential Programs
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.
- Our team includes 700+ professionals, including PhDs, LCSWs, and medical providers.
- We provide integrated behavioral health and primary care services under one umbrella.
- Our culturally responsive programs serve diverse communities in three Oregon counties.
- We operate Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) with holistic care models.
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective programs
Dedicated staff
Lifelong wellbeing focus
Cultural responsiveness
Services
Mental Health Services
LifeWorks NW offers comprehensive mental health care for all ages, including outpatient and residential treatment. Our clinicians specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, and ADHD. Services are tailored to individual needs with a focus on recovery and resilience.
Addiction Services
Our addiction programs combine counseling, group therapy, and peer support for substance abuse and gambling disorders. Customized treatment plans address co-occurring mental health conditions, with both outpatient and residential options available for adults and youth.
Prevention Services
We focus on early intervention through child abuse prevention, parenting support, and school-based programs. Initiatives like Childrens Relief Nurseries and Healthy Families aim to build strong foundations for lifelong mental wellbeing in vulnerable populations.
Holistic Health Services
Our holistic approach combines behavioral health with primary care to address mind-body connections. This includes trauma-informed care, medical services, and wellness programs that support clients with chronic mental health conditions.
Supported Employment
This program helps clients achieve financial independence through vocational training, job placement, and skill-building. Its designed for individuals recovering from mental health or addiction challenges to rebuild their careers and confidence.
People
Mary Monnat
CEO/President
Mary Monnat leads LifeWorks NW with over 30 years of executive experience in nonprofit mental health organizations. She focuses on expanding access to care and maintaining clinical excellence across Oregons tri-county region.
Katy Beveridge
Vice President of Operations
Katy Beveridge oversees operational efficiency at LifeWorks NW, ensuring high-quality service delivery. With a background in behavioral health administration, she specializes in improving access to mental health resources for underserved populations.
Mark Lewinsohn
Vice President of Clinical Services
Dr. Mark Lewinsohn directs clinical programs at LifeWorks NW, bringing expertise in evidence-based mental health treatments. He champions trauma-informed care and workforce development to enhance client outcomes.
Questions
What services does LifeWorks NW offer?
We provide mental health treatment, addiction recovery, prevention programs, holistic care, and supported employment across all ages.
Do you serve non-English speakers?
Yes, we have bilingual staff and translation services for Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Filipino, and other languages.
How many people does LifeWorks NW help annually?
We served over 30,000 individuals in 2020 through outpatient, residential, and community-based programs.
Are there crisis intervention services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 crisis support and emergency mental health services in the Portland Metro area.
What makes LifeWorks NW unique?
We’re Oregon’s largest outpatient provider with lifespan care from prenatal stages to older adulthood.
