Scott Alvord , PsyD., ABPP

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.

 Maya Williams , PhD.

• Undergraduate Degree: B.A., Psychology, University of Missouri- Columbia
• Graduate Degree: Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri – Columbia
• Internship: Vanderbilt University Counseling Center
• Residency: Portland State University Student Health and Counseling

I have clinical experience with diverse client populations in various settings including alternative education, higher education, and community mental health. I have a strong background in college counseling, culturally informed mental health services, and psychological assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders. Outside of work, I enjoy figure skating and crafting with friends.

 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.

 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.

 Patrick Moran, PhD.

Dr. Patrick Moran is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Oregon and Washington with over 39 years of experience working in clinical practice treating mental health, addictions and co-occurring disorders, working in public education, and psychological and educational testing.  Dr. Moran has enjoyed a multi-dimensional career of work with both adult and youth populations providing community-based mental health, substance abuse prevention and treatment, implemented multiple federal, state, and county based best practice models for treatment of co-occurring disorders, and managed his own private practices and is the owner and President of 360 Pediatric Psychology in Lake Oswego, Oregon.  He provided forensic evaluations for youth involved with the Oregon Youth Authority, and both Washington County and Multnomah County Juvenile Justice and Corrections, and worked in the Oregon Women’s Correctional Center.  Dr. Moran has also served as a federal grant reviewer for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Dr. Moran has 18 years of cross-cultural experience working with the Native-American community as a treatment provider, trainer, grant writer, and Behavioral Health Director for a large Urban Indian Health Clinic and allied programs serving the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Moran joined PSYCHNW after transitioning from Pearson Clinical Assessment which is a leading test development and publishing company that provides a range of psychological, developmental, speech and language, occupational therapy, and educational evaluation measures.

Priyal Ranasinghe , PsyD

Dr. Priyal Ranasinghe is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, sex therapy, and neurodiversity. He began his career in 2013, serving in the U.S. Army, where he worked with soldiers experiencing psychological distress. Since then, he has worked across a wide range of clinical settings including VA hospitals, Domestic Violence Intervention Programs, Palliative and Hospice Care, Community Mental Health, and specialized assessment sites. He has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a master’s in Business Administration. He currently provides individual and couples therapy in private practice and works as an adjunct professor.

Dr. Ranasinghe has particular expertise in working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) and Autism. Diagnosed with ADHD himself later in life, he brings a personal understanding of the challenges and strengths associated with neurodiversity. His approach emphasizes a client-centered, strengths-based model that tailors evaluation and therapeutic recommendations to each individual’s unique needs and goals. He has supported clients in gaining self-understanding, advocating for accommodations, and improving communication within their personal and professional relationships.

Beyond his professional work, Dr. Ranasinghe enjoys reading, traveling, spending time outdoors with his wife, and tending to his many farm animals.

 Marissa Lange, PsyD

• Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Psychology at Walla Walla University (Walla Walla, WA)
• Graduate Degree: PsyD in Clinical Psychology at George Fox University (Newberg, OR)
• Predoctoral Internship: Department of State Hospitals – Napa (Napa, CA)

Dr. Marissa Lange is a postdoctoral resident working toward state licensure. She has extensive clinical experience across a wide range of settings, including community mental health, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, forensic contexts, and outpatient diagnostic clinics. She provides psychological assessment services with expertise in the areas of neurodevelopmental disorders, personality disorders, severe and persistent mental illness, mood disorders, and trauma. She enjoys working with diverse populations across the age spectrum. Her clinical style is characterized by collaboration, warmth, and transparency. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Lange is an avid reader, houseplant enthusiast, and lover of the outdoors.

Erin Vogel , PsyD

• Undergraduate Degree: B.A. in Communicative Disorders at California State University (Fullerton, California)
• Graduate Degree: PsyD in Clinical Psychology at George Fox University (Newberg, OR)
• Predoctoral Internship: Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professionals (Detroit Lakes, MN).

Dr. Erin Vogel is a postdoctoral resident working toward state licensure with extensive clinical experience across a wide range of settings, including community mental health, private practice, outpatient, inpatient, and hospital-based care. She provides psychological assessment services with expertise in the areas of neurodevelopmental disorders, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as Learning Disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), among others. She also has experience supporting children and families as they navigate the challenges of lifelong chronic diagnoses.

Dr. Vogel is passionate about helping families gain access to the resources they need and takes pride in guiding them along their journey toward clarity and support. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Vogel enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and exploring with her fiancé and their two dogs (Thor and Loki).. She is also an avid sports fan and loves watching true crime television.

Justin Bush , PhD

Dr. Justin Bush, PhD is a licensed psychologist in Oregon and Washington who provides diagnostic assessment and therapy for children, teens, and young adults. He helps clarify concerns involving attention, executive functioning, learning, adaptive skills, and social-emotional/behavioral functioning, translating results into practical next steps for families and schools.
His interests include positive psychology, youth character strengths, and building a resilient sports-performance mindset. His training includes specialized pre- and post-doctoral experiences and early work through the University of Washington, Seattle Children’s, and the Momentous Institute. For the past sixteen years, he has worked in integrated behavioral health within a pediatric clinic and in private practice.
Outside of work, he enjoys live music and the outdoors in the Pacific Northwest.

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