Lutheran Community Services Northwest (Cesar Chavez Blvd office, Portland)

About Lutheran Community Services Northwest (Cesar Chavez Blvd office, Portland)

Lutheran Community Services Northwest in Portland, Oregon, offers outpatient behavioral health and co-occurring disorder support as part of a broader nonprofit social services organization.

The Portland office provides individual, grou and family counseling with a strong focus on culturally specific, trauma-informed care.

Its mission centers on serving vulnerable children, families, refugees, immigrants and other community members through whole-person, culturally responsive support.

What Sets Lutheran Community Services Northwest Apart

Level of care: Outpatient behavioral health services, including support for co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns
Counseling modalities: Individual therapy, group therapy and family or couples counseling
Approaches: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed counseling, integrated dual disorders treatment and psychoeducation
Populations served: Children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors, with men and women welcome
Cultural specialization: Multilingual, culturally responsive counseling for refugees, asylees, immigrants and historically marginalized communities
Wraparound support: Case management, peer support, crisis intervention, refugee resettlement, ESL education and community justice programs
Portland location benefits: The Lutheran Community Services Northwest Portland office serves the greater metro area through in-person visits and telehealth options
Payment options: Accepts Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid), Medicare, private insurance, self-pay and sliding fee scale arrangements

Getting Matched to a Program with Lutheran Community

Getting started typically begins by contacting the admissions or intake team to schedule an assessment and discuss care needs.

Staff at Lutheran Community Services Northwest in Portland can help match individuals and families with the right counseling services, review coverage through Medicaid or private insurance and connect clients to broader community supports.

Edited by: Maygen Brockway

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
The best way for those with a mental health diagnosis and substance use concerns to reach recovery is to choose a dual-diagnosis rehab in Oregon. A successful recovery may require counseling, peer support, and even mental health medication to help you manage your mental health symptoms and find better coping strategies.
Young Adult Rehab
Being a young adult can feel overwhelming. Choose a young adult rehab in Oregon to get the support you need in overcoming addiction and learning new life skills. Young adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more.
Adult Program
Adults face unique challenges, and an adult program in Oregon can help them work on building their career or parenting while overcoming addiction. Adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. In addition, they will help you navigate the challenges you face in daily life.
Senior Rehab
Being older is uniquely challenging. Choose a senior rehab in Oregon to get the support you need to overcome addiction and build healthier habits. Senior programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. They will be tailored to take into account your unique individual needs.
Men's Rehab
A men’s rehab in Oregon addresses the recovery needs of male clients and gives them the tools they need to succeed. Men’s programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare services. They will also provide education around gender-specific concerns such as fatherhood, healthy relationships, and more.
Women's Rehab
Women’s rehabs in Oregon address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients with gender-specific issues. Women’s programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. They will also address issues specific to women such as motherhood, being a working mother, having healthy communication, and more.
Multicultural Counseling Services
This flagship program at Lutheran Community Services Northwest delivers culturally responsive counseling for individuals, couples, and families in Portland, addressing substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Immigrant & Refugee Support Services
Lutheran Community Services Northwest specializes in serving immigrants and refugees in Portland, including survivors of torture and trauma, with counseling that addresses acculturation and resettlement-related stress.
Immigration Evaluation Support
The Portland office offers immigration evaluations for asylum, U-visa, and VAWA cases along with documentation support, complementing its mental health and substance use counseling services for affected clients.
Case Management
Lutheran Community Services Northwest provides case management alongside counseling services in Portland, helping clients coordinate mental health, substance use, and immigration-related support needs.
Multilingual Services
Services at the Cesar Chavez Blvd office are available in multiple languages, reflecting the center’s focus on accessible, culturally responsive counseling for Portland’s diverse immigrant and refugee communities.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
One way to pay for rehab in Oregon is to use Medicaid if you qualify for the coverage. This can be helpful for those struggling to pay for treatment. Look for centers that accept Medicaid and offer the levels of care you need, such as detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment.
Private insurance
Private insurance can help pay for some or all of the costs of rehab in Oregon. You’ll want to contact your insurer to find out what treatment centers are in-network with your plan and get the details on what out-of-pocket costs you might have, such as deductibles and copays.
Self-pay options
You can pay for substance use treatment in Oregon in many ways, including self-pay. With this method, you can choose any treatment center you like and write a check, use a medical loan, or electronically send money. The fee structure may vary depending on the type of treatment.
Sliding scale payment assistance
If you need help with substance use in Oregon but need help paying for treatment, a sliding scale payment plan may be a good solution. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, you can qualify for a lower cost based on your income and family size.
Medicare
How do you pay for rehab in Oregon? A good option is Medicare. Because Medicare plans may vary, be sure to find out what centers accept your coverage and to find out what out-of-pocket costs you might be responsible for.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
The Cesar Chavez Blvd office in Portland provides outpatient counseling for substance use concerns alongside co-occurring mental health issues, offered through individual, couples, family, and group counseling formats.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Many people benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Oregon because they gain tools to challenge unhelpful thinking. CBT may include role-playing to help you imagine specific situations that might trigger a negative reaction so you can practice challenging automatic thoughts and choosing a more positive response.
Experiential Therapy
Receiving experiential therapy in Oregon helps you express emotions, process trauma, and learn how to create a better life for yourself. You may struggle to address certain emotions or experiences in a traditional setting. Experiential therapy gives you a different environment and can help you breakthrough.
Family Therapy
In Oregon, family therapy allows you to understand how family relationships and patterns may have impacted your substance use. Everyone learns to have healthier relationships that support their recovery. During family therapy, you may talk about acceptance issues, past trauma, communication problems, and more. These discussions are facilitated by a professional who brings an unbiased perspective and can promote healthy communication.
Group Therapy
In Oregon, group therapy allows you to hear others’ stories, ask questions, and find others who relate to you. This support and accountability help you establish recovery. There are several goals in group therapy. Some sessions may be focused on education about a certain topic, while others allow clients to discuss a specific issue they face. Overall, the group members hold each other accountable and provide encouragement.
Individual Therapy
During rehab in Oregon, individual therapy allows you to receive focused, confidential care for specific issues. Individual therapy is only one element of rehab treatment, along with activities, peer support, group counseling, relapse prevention, and more. Together, all these methods support you in establishing long-term recovery.
Trauma Therapy
Attending trauma-informed therapy in Oregon is a way to overcome the symptoms of past trauma and develop better coping skills, helping you establish long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and trauma-informed therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients acknowledge past experiences, address their feelings, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Individual Counseling
Lutheran Community Services Northwest offers one-on-one counseling at its Portland office for clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and substance use concerns, delivered through a culturally responsive approach.
Couples Counseling
The Cesar Chavez Blvd office in Portland provides culturally responsive couples counseling addressing relationship issues, life stressors, and co-occurring mental health or substance use concerns for partners.
Family Counseling
Lutheran Community Services Northwest supports families in Portland through counseling that addresses intergenerational dynamics, acculturation stress, and resettlement challenges common among immigrant and refugee households.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions at the Portland office bring together individuals facing similar life challenges, including trauma, grief, and substance use concerns, within a culturally responsive, community-based setting.
Trauma-Informed Counseling
The Multicultural Counseling Services program at Lutheran Community Services Northwest applies trauma-informed practices for survivors of torture, trauma, and violence, including immigrants and refugees in the Portland community.
Telehealth Counseling
Lutheran Community Services Northwest offers telehealth counseling options for Portland-area clients, extending access to individual, family, and group support for mental health and substance use concerns remotely.