Over a decade helping people get unstuck
About Dr. Naomi Wright
Client Focus
Ages: 0-30 years (parents/caregivers of any age)
Qualifications
Practicing Since: 2016
Degree: PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver with a concentration in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
Year Graduated: 2022
APA-Accredited Internship: Child Psychology at Denver Health Medical Center
Postdoctoral fellowship: Behavioral Pediatrics at Oregon Health & Science University.
License Number and State: Oregon Licensed Psychologist #3720
I believe therapy is a team effort. You are the expert in yourself and your family, and as a clinical psychologist, I am the expert in evidence-based treatments that work. I draw on my experience with people from many walks of life in hospitals, shelters for unhoused folks, and community clinics.
My work reinforced what I learned growing up poor in rural Oregon: much of what gets in the way for people is out of our control. This reality can make us feel hopeless and frustrated. I strive to help you navigate the immense difficulty of everyday life while finding some space to stretch, move, and breathe.
As someone who has conducted scientific research on abuse and betrayal, I always look out for how past trauma may affect current behavior. Working with me, you will probably also see my theater background come out— therapy is serious, but I believe we can also have fun and be silly! Every person is different, so we will collaborate to make sure the tools we use match your unique needs.
Today, I am a licensed child psychologist, teen therapist, and young adult therapist providing therapy in Portland, Oregon in person at my office in NE and via telehealth throughout Oregon. I specialize in helping young people and families navigate difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, trauma, ADHD, autism, behavioral challenges, and identity development using evidence-based approaches including ERP, ACT, CBT, parent training, and family therapy. I also provide gender-affirming care and support for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse youth and young adults.