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Whole Child Collective

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Whole Child Collective

Empowering children & teens through expert psychological evaluations, evidence-based therapy, and coaching in Lake Oswego, OR.

Partnering with families, schools, & specialists to help young people thrive. 💙

01/30/2026

We’re proud to offer bilingual evaluation services through our advanced doctoral trainees.

Sandra Chavez, M.A., is an Advanced Doctoral Pre-Intern pursuing licensure as a clinical psychologist. Her training has focused on children and adolescents across clinical, school, and community settings, and she is bilingual in English and Spanish.

At Whole Child Collective, Sandra provides comprehensive psychoeducational and neurodevelopmental evaluations for concerns including:
• Learning disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia)
• ADHD
• Anxiety and emotional regulation
• Giftedness and twice-exceptional (2e) profiles

Sandra is passionate about increasing access to high-quality evaluations for Spanish-speaking families and providing culturally responsive care.

All evaluations are closely supervised by Dr. Erika Doty, Licensed Psychologist and Founder of Whole Child Collective.

01/28/2026

Homework doesn’t have to become a nightly battle.

Here are 5 quick, research-informed tips that can help homework time feel more manageable, especially for kids with attention or learning differences:

✨ Keep routines predictable
✨ Break assignments into smaller steps
✨ Set a clear start (not just an end) time
✨ Reduce distractions before they become a problem
✨ Focus on effort, not perfection

If homework consistently feels overwhelming despite structure and support, it may be a sign that there’s more going on beneath the surface.

Understanding how your child learns can make all the difference.

01/27/2026

Emotional outbursts in teens are often dismissed as “just hormones” or “typical adolescence.” But for some teens, these reactions are connected to how their brain processes attention, regulation, and stress.

ADHD isn’t only about focus. It can also impact emotional regulation, impulse control, and frustration tolerance, especially as academic and social demands increase.

Understanding why emotional outbursts are happening is the first step toward meaningful support.

Read more on the blog: Is ADHD Causing Your Teen’s Emotional Outbursts https://loom.ly/tSdxtIM

01/23/2026

Our evaluation services include carefully supervised assessments conducted by advanced doctoral clinicians.

Jordyn Tinder, M.A., is an Advanced Doctoral Pre-Intern completing her training in clinical psychology. She has experience across medical, primary care, and outpatient settings, with a strong focus on working with children, adolescents, and families.

At Whole Child Collective, Jordyn provides comprehensive psychoeducational and neurodevelopmental evaluations to better understand:
• Attention and focus concerns (ADHD)
• Specific learning disabilities
• Emotional or behavioral challenges
• Anxiety-related concerns

Jordyn’s work emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and collaboration, so families leave with a clear understanding of strengths, challenges, and next steps.

All evaluations are conducted under the supervision of Dr. Erika Doty, Licensed Psychologist.

01/21/2026

Learning differences aren’t a reflection of intelligence or motivation.

They reflect how a child’s brain processes information, whether that’s language, attention, memory, or executive functioning. When these differences go unidentified, children often work twice as hard just to keep up.

Psychological and neuropsychological evaluations provide clarity by identifying strengths, challenges, and the underlying factors impacting learning.

Clarity leads to better support. Support leads to confidence. And confidence changes everything.

01/19/2026

We’re proud to offer comprehensive evaluations provided by our advanced doctoral trainees under the close supervision of our licensed psychologists.

Saray Gonzales, M.A., is an Advanced Pre-Doctoral Intern pursuing her doctorate in clinical psychology. She brings thoughtful, detail-oriented care to psychoeducational and neurodevelopmental evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults.

At Whole Child Collective, Saray conducts evaluations addressing concerns such as:
• ADHD
• Learning disabilities
• Anxiety
• Emotional and behavioral challenges

Her approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence, helping families gain clarity and practical recommendations they can actually use.

All evaluations are supervised by Dr. Erika Doty, Licensed Psychologist and Founder of Whole Child Collective.

A high-quality evaluation option with excellent clinical oversight. ✨

01/15/2026

January is a natural time to pause and reflect on how your child is really experiencing school.

Dyslexia doesn’t always look like “struggling to read.” For many children and teens, the signs are subtle; slow reading, avoiding written work, spelling inconsistencies, or fatigue after school days that require a lot of language processing.

A comprehensive psychological evaluation can help clarify whether reading challenges are related to dyslexia or another learning difference, so families and schools can provide the right kind of support, not guesswork.

Read our latest blog: What Are the Warning Signs of Dyslexia? https://loom.ly/T6Bpce4

12/30/2025

The end of the year is a natural time for reflection, and also a moment to embrace a fresh start. ✨

Understanding your child’s unique learning style, attention profile, and emotional needs provides families with actionable insights for the year ahead. Evaluations reveal both strengths and areas of support, helping parents and educators create strategies that are individualized, practical, and effective.

With this clarity, families can enter the new year with confidence, intentionally planning for academic growth, emotional well-being, and long-term success. When children are understood, not judged, they have the tools to thrive in ways that are meaningful and lasting.

12/16/2025

The holiday season is full of excitement, gatherings, and transitions, all of which can be joyful, but also overstimulating for children.

Children who struggle with emotional regulation may experience bigger reactions, more stress, or difficulty adjusting to changes in routine. Parents often ask, “Why do they react this way?” Understanding the why is just as important as knowing how to respond.

Psychological evaluations offer families insights into their child’s emotional and behavioral patterns, providing a framework for strategies that help children navigate holiday stress, transitions, and expectations. With clarity, families can support their child’s well-being while still enjoying the magic of the season.

12/09/2025

Winter break is the perfect time to reflect on your child’s year and plan ahead for success. Comprehensive evaluations provide insight into learning differences, attention patterns, and emotional regulation, giving families a clear roadmap for the months ahead.

By identifying strengths and challenges now, children can enter the spring semester confident, supported, and ready to thrive. Evaluations don’t just answer questions, they empower families to act with clarity.

Want to understand the full value of testing?

Explore our blog post: Key Benefits of Testing for a deeper look at how evaluations support long-term.

https://loom.ly/UKVecMo

12/02/2025

The holidays are a wonderful time for family, celebrations, and traditions, but they can also disrupt routines, sleep schedules, and daily habits.

For children with attention, learning, or emotional differences, these changes can feel overwhelming. Maintaining even small aspects of consistency, like regular bedtimes, meals, or quiet time, can make a big difference in how your child processes, regulates, and enjoys the season.

Understanding how your child responds to changes is a key insight into their learning and behavioral profile. A comprehensive evaluation provides families with clarity on these patterns and strengths, helping you plan for both holiday fun and manageable routines.

The result? A calmer, more joyful holiday season for everyone, and a clearer picture of what your child needs to thrive all year long.

11/25/2025

Your child’s evaluation report is a powerful tool, one that can open doors to better understanding and support.

Parents often ask: “Who should I share it with?”

In most cases, collaboration is key. Sharing evaluation results with your child’s pediatrician, teacher, and school support team allows everyone to work from the same roadmap. When your child’s care and education teams have insight into their unique strengths and needs, they can create consistent strategies that truly help them thrive.

Evaluations aren’t labels. They’re a foundation for partnership, communication, and informed care.

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155 B Avenue #200
Lake Oswego, OR
97034

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://www.thewholechildcollective.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/whole-child-collective/

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