About Bridges to Change Washington County
Bridges to Change is a peer-led behavioral health organization in Portland, Oregon, offering substance use disorder treatment, mental health services and co-occurring disorder care. Founded in 2004, the organization delivers outpatient and intensive outpatient programming through a recovery model grounded in lived experience. Their approach combines clinical expertise with peer mentorship, creating a supportive environment that meets you where you are and helps you build sustainable recovery.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Portland
Bridges to Change specializes in drug and alcohol treatment through outpatient and intensive outpatient programs staffed by Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADCs). Rapid intake means you can often schedule an assessment and begin services within 72 hours of an individual's first call.
Treatment emphasizes group therapy and peer-led counseling, connecting people with mentors who understand recovery firsthand. Sessions focus on building coping skills, addressing triggers and creating a personalized path forward with support from both clinical staff and peers who have walked the same journey.
Co Occurring Disorder Care and Mental Health Support
For individuals managing both substance use and mental health challenges, Bridges to Change offers integrated co-occurring disorder treatment at its Portland location. The organization also provides outpatient mental health services via telehealth across Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties, delivered by Qualified Mental Health Professionals.
Getting Started with Peer Led Recovery
Bridges to Change serves clients in person at their Portland office on SE Foster Road and via telehealth throughout the tri-county area. The organization offers both in-person outpatient programming and remote mental health support for flexible access.
They accept private insurance and offer self-pay options.





