Empowering minds, nurturing lives;
your path to understanding, healing and thriving
Welcome to 
, our goal is to empower minds, nurture lives
and support you on your path to understanding, healing and thriving.
Dr. Scott Alvord, PsyD.
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University and have dedicated my career to the field of neuropsychology, with a deep commitment to providing practical and compassionate care for individuals facing unique challenges. My journey began during my internship and residency at the VA Gulf Coast Hospital in Mississippi, which included a rotation at Keesler Air Force Base. During this pivotal period, under the guidance of a seasoned Neuropsychologist, I conducted evaluations on Naval Pilots. It was here that I developed an unwavering fascination for the intricacies and complexities of the human brain. Witnessing individuals operate at an exceptionally high level, constantly pushing their cognitive and emotional boundaries as pilots, ignited my passion for understanding the inner workings of the mind.
After completing my residency, I embarked on a two-year post-doctoral residency at the Oregon State Hospital, specializing in forensic evaluation and neuropsychology. This experience deepened my understanding of the human psyche, its interaction with the legal system, and the critical role cognitive dysfunction plays in everyday life and constraints of the law, often for fragile individuals.
Eighteen years ago, I founded PsychNW, a private practice that uniquely combines my expertise in neuropsychology with a commitment to providing efficient, practical, and compassionate care for individuals facing unique challenges. My approach to psychological assessment emphasizes efficiency, practicality and individual access to care/resources. This approach, combined with a compassionate outlook, is at the core of my practice approach, and I am dedicated to assisting individuals in navigating the complexities of their mental health and neuropsychological conditions.
On a personal note, when I step away from the world of psychology, I find solace in the great outdoors. I relish fly fishing, hiking adventures with my wife and treasure hunting with my brother (also a psychologist). I routinely engage in spirited games of pickleball with my teenage children and savor the simple joys of snuggling with my faithful little dog, “Deer.” Additionally, I have a passion for cars, and you’ll often find me in my shop, indulging my fascination with classic sports cars and vintage 4x4s. These diverse interests reflect my belief in the importance of life balance and my commitment to pursuing both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.
Dr. Hans Stoltzfus, PsyD.
- Undergrad Degree: BA Psychology Cedarville University, OH
- Graduate Degree: Psyd (Doctorate in Clinical Psychology) George Fox University, OR
- Internship: University of Rochester Counseling Center, NY
Throughout my years of training, I have had the opportunity to provide therapy and assessments in several sites including schools, medical clinics, and counseling centers. I approach therapy with an emphasis on relationships which I believe to be the cornerstone to healthy lives. I enjoy working with people with a wide range of clinical concerns and from all stages of the lifespan.
In my free time I enjoy spending time in the outdoors or playing board games with friends and family.
My style of therapy draws primarily from Contemporary Relational Psychodynamic theory and focuses on exploring the relationship patterns of the client. This is achieved by attending to the affect presented by the client during therapy and allowing the client to explore how previous encounters can impact their current functioning. The goal is to provide a space for the client to develop a deeper understanding of the all the different parts of their life, including those which have not been verbalized or even brought into conscious awareness.
Dr. Sean Robertson, PsyD.
- Undergraduate Degree: B.S in Psychology at George Fox University
- Graduate Degree: Psy.D in Clinical Psychology, Graduate School of Clinical Psychology, George Fox University
- Professional Internship of Health Psychology: Samaritan Health Medical Group, Corvallis, OR, with a minor rotation in Neuropsychology and Pre-surgical Psychological Evaluations
I provide psychological evaluations for people seeking diagnostic clarity and treatment recommendations about cognitive, emotional, and social problems they experience. I help discern if a person’s symptoms are associated with a psychological disorder, such as ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and others. The testing and interviewing people do with me helps illuminate the issue’s people experience and to consider options moving forward. My hope is that you feel well supported and understood in your search for answers to your concerns.
Dr. Andrew Knowles, PsyD.
- Undergraduate Degree: BS, Psychology, University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL)
- Graduate Degree: PsyD, Clinical Psychology, Pacific University (Forest Grove, OR)
- Internship: Mental Health Center of Florida (Jacksonville, FL)
- Residency: Northwest ADHD Treatment Center (Portland, OR)
My clinical experience includes providing a wide variety of therapy and assessment services across
multiple settings, including community mental health, research, residential, and forensic contexts. I
primarily work with older adolescents and adults (ages 16+) and have assessed and/or treated a diverse
range of conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, autism, dementia,
and personality disorders.
Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending time with my pets, playing video games, and riding around
Portland on some form of two-wheel contraption.
