Why Esperanza?
Oregon ranks 48th and 51st (including D.C.) in the nation for adults and youth experiencing mental health illnesses and only ranks 30th in access to care (Mental Health America, 2023).
Women and youth in our programs struggle with poverty, domestic violence, mental health issues, family members with substance abuse issues, and daily microaggressions that create a build-up of toxic stress for which many do not have the resources to alleviate.
Our Esperanza program offers hope and healing by empowering Latine women and their families to transform their trauma and become compassionate leaders in their families and in our communities.
Our Story
In early 2020, Adelante Mujeres began dreaming of creating a safe and welcoming space where our community can take the necessary steps forward in their healing journey. We knew that despite the stigma that comes with naming mental health, our community wanted access to quality mental health services.
What was once a one-person team providing dedicated healing courses, turned into a department of Adelante Mujeres: Health Equity. This department includes our Clínica Esperanza.
If you are experiencing a crisis, please call the Washington County Crisis line at (503) 291-9111
Si el participante está en crisis, por favor llame a la línea de crisis de Washington county (503) 291-9111
Clínica Esperanza is fully staffed by mental health therapists, practicum students, community health workers, and clinical leadership who speak both English and Spanish.
