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Bridge of Hope will help you overcome substance use, discover joy for life, and love the person you truly are.
Years of Experience
About Us
We are Ready to Help
Bridge of Hope Outpatient Treatment Center, located off Sandy Blvd in Portland, Oregon, offers patient-focused, holistic care for substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our experienced team is committed to providing wraparound support to individuals and families suffering from addiction and mental health conditions.
- Substance Abuse
- Mental Health
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Medication Management
- LGBTQ+ Inclusive
- Family Services
- DUII Services
- Sober Living
Why Choose Us?
A Unique Approach to Treatment
At Bridge of Hope Mental, we understand that choosing the right provider is a deeply personal decision. Our mission is to offer compassionate, high-quality care that empowers individuals and families to thrive. Here’s what sets us apart:
Smaller Client to Staff Ratio
Bridge of Hope’s counselors work closely with Certified Recovery Mentors, medical providers, and administrative staff to ensure high-quality wraparound care.
Experienced Leadership
Our Program Director and Clinical Lead are both dually-credentialed and each has 14 years of hands-on experience in the behavioral health field.
Evidence-Based and Holistic Therapies
Our curriculum is designed to treat the mind and the body together. Cognitive Behavioral and DialecticalBehavioral Therapy techniques become even mo re effective when combined with physical activity and creative expression.
Individualized Treatment Plans
Every person’s recovery journey is different. Our team develops personalized treatment plans based on individual needs, goals, and life circumstances, ensuring care remains flexible, relevant, and supportive throughout each stage of recovery.
Flexible Outpatient Scheduling
Recovery should fit into real life. Our outpatient programs are designed to allow clients to continue working, caring for family, and maintaining daily responsibilities while receiving consistent, structured support.
Focus on Long-Term Recovery
Our goal is not just short-term stabilization, but lasting change. We help clients build practical coping skills, strengthen support systems, and develop sustainable strategies that support continued recovery beyond treatment.
Meet our team
Experienced Professionals Dedicated to Your Recovery
Our team is made up of licensed clinicians, counselors, and support staff who are committed to providing respectful, individualized care. We believe recovery happens through connection, trust, and consistent support, and we work alongside each person to create a path forward that feels realistic, safe, and sustainable.
- Berhanu Bedassa, PMHNP
- Founder and Executive Officer
- Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Marcella Kokinda, CADCII QMHAII PGS
- Program Director at BHMHS
- Clinical Director: SUD Services
- Phyllis Hursey, MD
- Medical Director
- Sean Pebler, BS CADCI CRM
- Director of Outreach and Admissions
- Sarah Boomhower, LCSW
- Clinical Director: Mental Health Services
- Deanna Schoppert, CADCII QMHA PGS
- Clinical Supervisor: SUD Services
- Dustin Litchfield, CADCI
- Primary Counselor
- Madison August, BS CADC-R CRM
- Primary Counselor
- Darlene McKinzey, PSS CRM
- Certified Recovery Mentor
- Chris Stevens, CRM
- Certified Recovery Mentor
- Tone Duran, CRM
- Front Desk Receptionist
Our Facility in Portland, Oregon
A Comfortable and Supportive Environment
Located in Portland, Oregon, our facility offers a calm and structured setting for outpatient treatment. The space includes welcoming common areas, private treatment rooms, and a small coffee and café station designed to help clients feel comfortable and at ease during their time in care.
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