How much is Therapy for Kids in Portland | Forest Psychological
Dr. James ThatcherLearn how much therapy for kids costs in Portland, what affects session fees, how insurance may help, and how to find the right child therapist for your family.
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About Us
We specialize in fast, accurate, and comprehensive Autism and ADHD evaluations, offering same-day results so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver affirming, science-based mental health care that empowers individuals to understand themselves, grow, and live with greater ease.
Our Team
Our team of expert clinicians provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your needs—helping individuals and families thrive at every stage of life.
Dr. James Thatcher
Dr. Zaheeda Virani
Dr. Karly Matson
Dr. Robert Field
Paul Walsh
Liz Olsen
Jocelyn Dallis
Clinical Counseling
Practicum Intern
Dr. Nicole McCullough
Licensed Psychologist
Lily Packer
Chris Kubota
Madison Weinard
Abby
Biller
Triston Foster
Office Manager
Mae
Admin Assistant
Adrien Mathieux
Predoctoral Practicum Student
Hayden Jones
Predoctoral Practicum Student
Patrick Lancaster
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Services
Children
We help children feel understood and supported—offering playful, evidence-based care that nurtures emotional growth, confidence, and healthy development.
Teenagers
We support teenagers through life’s challenges with empathy and expertise—helping them build emotional strength, self-awareness, and healthy coping skills.
Young Adults
We guide young adults through transitions with clarity and care building tools for emotional wellness, identity development, and confident decision-making.
Adults
We help adults navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, and life transitions—offering personalized support to foster clarity, healing, resilience, and long-term growth.
Medication Management
Neurodiversity-affirming psychiatric medication management for children,
teens, and adults in Portland and across the Portland metro area.
- Assessments
Psychological Evaluations
Our evaluations are thorough, private, and respectful—designed to offer clarity, guidance, and next steps through a supportive and personalized process.
Our evaluations are thorough, private, and respectful—designed to offer clarity, guidance, and next steps through a supportive and personalized process.
Autism
EvaluationAutism Evaluation
We offer warm, comprehensive
autism evaluations that honor neurodiversity—providing clarity, support, and recommendations you can fully trust.We offer warm, comprehensive autism evaluations that honor neurodiversity—providing clarity, support, and recommendations you can fully trust.
ADHD
EvaluationOur ADHD evaluations are thoughtful, precise, and solution-focused—helping you understand attention, focus, and executive functioning with clarity and care.
Learning
AssessmentsWe provide detailed learning assessments to identify strengths, challenges, and support needs—helping you or your child thrive in academic environments.
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Northeast Portland
1818 NE Irving Street Portland, OR 97232
(971) 331-1366
Oswego Pointe
Suite 220 Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(971) 331-1366
- About Us
About Us
We specialize in fast, accurate, and comprehensive Autism and ADHD evaluations, offering same-day results so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver affirming, science-based mental health care that empowers individuals to understand themselves, grow, and live with greater ease.
Our Locations
Lake Oswego
Northeast Portland
Our Team
Our team of expert clinicians provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your needs—helping individuals and families thrive at every stage of life.
Dr. James Thatcher
Dr. Zaheeda Virani
Dr. Karly Matson
Dr. Robert Field
Paul Walsh
Liz Olsen
Jocelyn Dallis
Clinical Counseling
Practicum InternDr. Nicole McCullough
Licensed Psychologist
Lily Packer
Chris Kubota
Madison Weinard
Abby
Biller
Mae
Admin Assistant
Triston Foster
Office Manager
Adrien Mathieux
Predoctoral Practicum Student
Hayden Jones
Predoctoral Practicum Student
Patrick Lancaster
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Services
Children
We help children feel understood and supported—offering playful, evidence-based care that nurtures emotional growth, confidence, and healthy development.
Teenagers
We support teenagers through life’s challenges with empathy and expertise—helping them build emotional strength, self-awareness, and healthy coping skills.
Young Adults
We guide young adults through transitions with clarity and care building tools for emotional wellness, identity development, and confident decision-making.
Adults
We help adults navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, and life transitions—offering personalized support to foster clarity, healing, resilience, and long-term growth.
Medication Management
Neurodiversity-affirming psychiatric medication management for children,
teens, and adults in Portland and across the Portland metro area.
- Assessments
Psychological Evaluations
Our evaluations are thorough, private, and respectful—designed to offer clarity, guidance, and next steps through a supportive and personalized process.
Our evaluations are thorough, private, and respectful—designed to offer clarity, guidance, and next steps through a supportive and personalized process.
Autism
EvaluationAutism Evaluation
We offer warm, comprehensive
autism evaluations that honor neurodiversity—providing clarity, support, and recommendations you can fully trust.We offer warm, comprehensive autism evaluations that honor neurodiversity—providing clarity, support, and recommendations you can fully trust.
ADHD
EvaluationOur ADHD evaluations are thoughtful, precise, and solution-focused—helping you understand attention, focus, and executive functioning with clarity and care.
Learning
AssessmentsWe provide detailed learning assessments to identify strengths, challenges, and support needs—helping you or your child thrive in academic environments.
- New Patients Start Here
- Our Locations
- Contact
- Therapy Portal
- Blog
Dr. James Thatcher
Echolalia Explained
Dr. James ThatcherEcholalia is more than just repetition—it’s a window into how children learn and process language. Dr. James Thatcher explains what echolalia means, why it happens, and how parents can respond with empathy and understanding to support their child’s communication and growth.
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