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Center for Discovery Portland

Portland, OR

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission PHP Dual Dx

PHP · Dual Dx center · in Portland, OR · Accepts Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Center for Discovery Portland

With over 25 years of expertise, Center for Discovery has been treating eating disorders using evidence-based therapies supported by research. Their Portland location has been providing outpatient care to adolescent and adult clients since 2016. The continuum of care includes an intensive outpatient program (IOP) and partial hospitalization program (PHP) for the treatment of primary eating disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. The therapeutic modalities offered include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure & response prevention (ERP), and mindfulness-based approaches. Their expert staff uphold a trauma-informed philosophy in their therapeutic approaches, seeking to understand the unique experiences that have impacted each individual.
Center for Discovery Portland offers a specialized binge eating disorder program, Path to Peace. With a connection-focused approach rather than a corrective one, this program was created to address the unique aspects of binging and chronic dieting. The Path to Peace program is founded upon principles of representation and belonging, inclusivity, shame resilience, being trauma-informed, and providing weight-neutral care.

Classified as partial hospitalization/day treatment. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
PHP · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

13221 SW 68th Parkway, Portland, OR 97223

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Facility direct line

(855) 970-8073

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Center for Discovery Portland accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (855) 970-8073 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other OR centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Center for Discovery Portland offer?
This facility offers: PHP, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Center for Discovery Portland have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Center for Discovery Portland use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy.
How do I start treatment at Center for Discovery Portland?
Call the facility directly at (855) 970-8073 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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