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Portland Mental Health & Wellness

Alexandria, VA

SAMHSA Verified

in Alexandria, VA.

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About Portland Mental Health & Wellness

Located in the Buckman neighborhood of Southeast Portland, Portland Mental Health & Wellness is a welcoming community for mental health care. They support children, teens, adults, and couples as they navigate life's emotional challenges. In its city offices or through online telehealth, the center partners with individuals to provide personalized care. This flexible approach makes it easy for people to get the support they need in a comfortable, private space, empowering them to build healthier and more fulfilling lives.
The center provides individual therapy for one-on-one care, child and adolescent psychotherapy to help young people, and relationship therapy for couples or families to improve communication. For those needing more focused care, their intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers structured support. These services help individuals learn new ways to handle challenges and understand themselves better. Therapists work alongside clients, using trusted methods to light the way on their healing journey in a safe and caring space.
Clients can also join groups to connect with others who share similar experiences, like the AFFIRM group for the LGBTQ+ community and the dedicated QTBIPOC therapy. It also includes the Sana Sana Group for the Latinx community, the Brave Minds Group for children healing from trauma, and Interpersonal Process Groups for adults working on relationship skills. The team uses caring approaches like psychodynamic and interpersonal therapy to support them. When individuals are ready, the center helps connect them with ongoing resources for long-term well-being. Its goal is to foster a hopeful, empowering community where everyone feels seen, heard, and able to thrive.

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

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Contact & Location

Address

8119 Holland Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

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Facility direct line

(503) 622-8964

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Portland Mental Health & Wellness accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (503) 622-8964 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other VA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Portland Mental Health & Wellness offer?
Does Portland Mental Health & Wellness have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Portland Mental Health & Wellness use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Portland Mental Health & Wellness?
Call the facility directly at (503) 622-8964 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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