I have taken the 5-week course twice - once with my partner and once with my mother. The teacher's…read moreengagement, her wisdom and humility along with the USEFUL content of the book and sessions gave me invaluable tools and support. I wish every parent could have this experience! The instructor and the material respect and can help every parent. I love that at its core, the class invites you to strengthen your connection with your kids as the basis for recognizing and problem solving conflicts and conflicting needs. It is so positive and empowering to align my approach with my partner and my mother - we can all see eye to eye and support each other while enjoying our kids and grandkids.

Parent Support Center has dedicated teachers with a proven track record of helping families grow…read moreand succeed. Parent Support Center packages information in a manageable way, and provides parents and teachers with insightful ways to avoid power struggle, maintain discipline, and show empathy all the while.

Over the past 10 years Tracey has been so helpful for my son by teaching me how to handle difficult…read morebehaviors, so that he had more engaged and understanding parents. I went back during my divorce, when I really needed perspective, to raise my kids without having a more stressful divorce than one naturally is. This was so good for them and me. My current partner and I still have sessions now and then while blending a family. Tracey is an expert in exactly what she says she is on her website, and I would recommend her to anyone needing parenting interventions now or if you'd just like parenting to be more enjoyable for the whole family instead of a struggle. If you need more immediate crisis care there is a crisis line 988 nationally. Or you can google your county crisis lines. They are all listed on the National Alliance for Mental Illness as well. There are a few crisis walk in clinics in PDX, like via Cascadia. Tracey will help you with any hard subject, and I appreciate how boundaries are taught and kept very professionally. I've seen a ton of different providers over the years due to insurance changes, but I will always go back to Practical Parenting PDX for proven interventions and help to make parenting more fun.

After my son's two suicide attempts this year i found myself needing someone to talk to because of…read morethe anxiety of the ordeal and its impacts on my life and my family. I found this therapist on Yelp and being on Yelp, I called the number listed. She answered and was rude because apparently there's a portal system she uses to screen her clients which I didn't know about because I found her on Yelp. She was on speaker phone while my wife was with me and my wife noticed this from her as well that this was a particularly unpleasant way to go about any business, let alone mental health because nobody calling her number is having a good day But I try and I book the appointment anyway through the site before leaving town for five days for memorial day weekend. I came back last night and opened my email today to look for the link that was provided and found an email from yesterday that I'd not filled out the intake questionnaire and that it had to be filled out "before the appointment" as per the email. I then take the time to do so despite the fact that any day back from a vacation is going to be very busy and today was no exception but I did make the effort. Come the appointed time and again, juggling several things, I couldn't find the link and so I emailed tu get another one then immediately found it and logged on. I'm sitting there waiting for my appointment when I get an email from her and quickly respond without reading that I was waiting for the appointment in the video conference chat. And after waiting a few more minutes I go back to the email and see that apparently I had to have that done by 5pm the day before (which was not previously mentioned and also was when I was still driving back into town,) and so I needed to reschedule. And, annoyed at this perfunctory screening process and her tone and attitude at this point, I give it one last shot. Tonight I get an email saying that she'd been communicating so the to me clearly (again, she wasn't at any point clear on this overwrought process,) and because I wasn't listening to her directions (that she didn't give,) I "wouldn't be a good fit." I'm dumbfounded and I'm appalled. At the very least, if her business is going to be conducted through her website in a way where she is going to deny people who are coming to her for help, then these such stringent directions really need to be on there or at least on her page in Yelp but first and absolutely foremost, YOU'RE IN THE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD LADY, if you are in such a state of burnout that you can't muster a simple civil tone with people who are coming to you for help, then you need to find another career. Those directions weren't clear at any point. Her screening process is an unnecessary mess and needs an overhaul. Most inexcusable, her attitude is judgmental and condescending and for her to turn around and blame someone coming to her help for her messy business intake practices then that's just gaslighting and abusive. So she don't deserve to have any clients and I am taking the time to put this on a public forum because I dread anyone who comes to her at a point like where my son found himself, hanging by a thread and looking for help, to be treated like this by someone who trained for years to know better. My undergraduate degree was in psychotherapy and the reason I didn't pursue it was the burnout rate but having been in the boards of a couple of treatment centers in my old life, I know what that looks lilt in earnest. I can smell it. But so help me God, the only other time I've heard or seen of a therapist with this much animosity towards clients or potential clients was Richard Dreyfuss' character in What About Bob and that was a fictional character written as an indictment against the entire field of psychotherapy. And probably because of therapists just like this one. I dread for anyone who comes to this woman for help. She makes the whole field look bad.

Richard is such an important part of our goal to be conscious parents for our 3 children. Raising…read morekids is an incredible privilege and not always do we know which path to take. Having a Parenting Coach like Richard is an invaluable resource for ideas and ways to be better role models for our kids. Every session we have had has resulted in action steps and goals we can take to have a more balanced and peaceful family. Would highly encourage every parent who wants to level up their connection to their family to reach out to him. Oceans of gratitude for your work & support.

Richard is a must for separated parents. He has a ton of experience and gives the best advice…read more You won't find anyone out there that is better than Richard.

I recently had my second baby and unlike my first I wanted to have a lactation consultant home…read morevisit as soon as baby arrived. I have PCOS and had a low supply and tongue tie with my first and wanted to get baby checked out right away so we could do what we needed to help milk production. Rosemary was amazing and came right away and helped me navigate all the things related to breastfeeding and feeding my baby. I felt heard and very well cared for in those beginning days when you are so vulnerable. We had a follow up today and she reassured me that I'm doing everything and heading in the right direction. She was really there to listen to what I had to say and my concerns and gave the advice that I needed to feel confident and keep moving forward. So thankful for Rosemary and Bridgetown baby for the much needed support.

We had such a wonderful experience working with Katrina and Bridgetown baby. Their insurance…read morechecking benefits and automatic, matching with lactation consultant were extremely helpful. We were lucky enough to work with Katrina who from the very first meeting, was incredibly kind, patient, and supportive. She created a comfortable, judgment-free space where I felt heard and understood. What I appreciated most was her collaborative approach. She really took the time to listen to our concerns, answer questions thoroughly, and work together to find solutions that felt right for our family. Her guidance was practical, encouraging, and tailored to our specific situation. I'm truly grateful for her expertise and compassion, and I would highly recommend her to any family looking for knowledgeable and caring lactation support.

Having our daughter in Pea Pod during her toddler years was a wonderful experience! She thrived…read moreunder the loving care of the parent coaches, Tara and Jasmine, and other parents. I also learned a lot about parenting from our discussions and readings at our parent meetings (especially "No Bad Kids" by Janet Lansbury). The co-op experience is unique because you get to be in the classroom regularly along with a parent coach and two to three other parents each day. It creates a very special community experience, and you get to be there with your child as they learn and grow. As a new parent with a Covid baby, I was so thankful to find a strong community at Pea Pod. I'm still close with many other parents from our cohort, and I love that our kiddos have known each other for over half of their lives! Most importantly, I feel like my child was truly cared for, respected, and allowed to be herself at Pea Pod. This meant - and still means - so much to me. It was the best childcare experience I could've wished for during those two precious years of my daughter's life, and I would recommend Pea Pod to any parent looking for loving care and a community for themselves and their child!

Peapod is an unlicensed, unregulated co-op preschool operating out of Tabor Space in Portland. As…read moreof July 2025, they were cited by DELC for unlawful care. No license, no DHS oversight, no required training, and no accountability if a child is harmed. They employ Jasmine Kennedy, who is unregistered and has no early childhood education experience (confirmed via her own public LinkedIn profile). She doesn't lead activities or engage with the kids meaningfully. Crafts were never more than paint haphazardly smeared onto paper out blocks of wood. Never once did we see a semblance of any kind of planned lessons or sessional activities from this "teacher." (Even through peapod says she's not a teacher, she's listed as such on both their website and her own LinkedIn). Multiple children, including ours, disclosed being grabbed, yelled at, and made to feel unsafe by her. When we raised concerns, the board shut down communication, deleted our posts, and said we needed to "manage our energy" at drop-off. No one ever asked how our child was doing. A leaked multi-page board document reveals a disturbing pattern: after a child disclosed being hurt by Jasmine while alone with her, the board portrayed the parents as the problem. They called the mom manipulative, overly anxious, and mentally unwell, implied her concerns were racially motivated, and labeled both her and the child liars. Jasmine was described as emotionally overwhelmed and burnt out, with the document centering her discomfort, not the child's safety. Multiple other parents had also shared concerns about Jasmine being rough, but those were ignored as "boundary setting." Instead of addressing her behavior, the board unanimously voted to terminate the family's enrollment claiming the family was "a harm to the community." Since speaking out, Peapod leadership has labeled us mentally unstable, mirroring the retaliation described in their own records. Peapod uses community-friendly language, but behind the scenes it silences parents and protects unqualified staff at kids' expense.

I needed this certification on short notice. The class was straight-forward. Shawn has amazing…read morehospitality, she is very instructive, she made sure everyone in the class got the techniques down & everyone was confident enough to move on. I would definitely recommend this to other people. I was able to squeeze in a training for $50 right before the deal ended! I am now certified for CPR, AED, First Aid for Children, Infants, & Adults!

My husband and I took Shawn's class after witnessing a man suffer a massive heart attack while…read moreriding his bike past our house 2 weeks ago. While I was happy my immediate phone call to 911 got the paramedics there pretty quickly, I felt helpless and wish there was more we could have done. (there was - we just weren't 100% sure as to what) Which is what lead us to BTS. We took the Basic Plus CPR, AED, & First Aid for Adults class on Sunday. It was a thorough class and answered so many questions we had. I feel much better equipped mentally and emotionally to be able to handle a situation if it arises again. Shawn's personal stories of her experience were really helpful anecdotes to remembering things. She's very knowledgeable and professional. I definitely would recommend this class. It's worth the time & money.

If I could give Lisa zero stars I would but since that's not allowed here - I'm forced to give her…read moreone. She was the supervisor for my son's visits with his Dad. From the first intake visit with Lisa, she was judgmental, biased, and rude. She made comments to me about how I'm not using my college degree and laughed at my safety concerns for my son during the visit. She is incredibly unprofessional and I'm surprised she has had any success in this field. The office is small, dirty and has old uncleaned toys for the children. Lisa also scheduled a visit without even alerting me - she called and was like 'where are you?', I had zero knowledge. She adds to a very tense custody situation by lack of professionalism, care for my son and having a clear bias towards the non-custodial party. She most recently cc'd the other party into a private email I was having with her about concerns about him, the visits, etc.. It blows my mind how careless she is. Avoid this place!! I certainly will be finding another supervisor ASAP.

They're pretty helpful when you're able to get a hold of them. I was able to use their service once…read morebut was unable to get ahold of them after that. Which was disappointing.

Absolutely love love love this organization! As a first time mother, preparing for a child can be…read moresuper overwhelming but with all the free resources they provide, they really allow for parents to get a moment to catch their breath. First time I called it was after hours yet someone was still available by phone. Their free parenting classes are packed with relevant, useful information. And the ability to come pick up free things from the porch, including flowers, always brightens up my day. I am super appreciative for this organization and all the work they are doing!

Melissa is absolutely incredible. We came to her with a very colicky baby and feeding challenges,…read moreand she helped us narrow down a likely food sensitivity that made a HUGE difference in our baby's comfort. In the middle of working with her, we ended up doing a frenectomy, and she guided us through the recovery process every step of the way with so much knowledge, encouragement, and care. She was actually recommended by a renowned pediatric ENT who called her the "baby magician," and boy was he right! Her ability to assess what's going on and gently troubleshoot is truly amazing. We feel so supported and confident under her care, and our baby is so much happier because of it. I'm beyond grateful we found her and would recommend her a thousand times over to any parent needing lactation support!

Choosing Melissa Cole to help our son w/ his feeding challenges was one of the best decisions I've…read moreever made. She didn't just meet my highest hopes & expectations--she exceeded them in every way imaginable, leaving a profound, life-changing impact on our family. Thanks to Melissa's expertise & unmatched dedication, we uncovered that our son's struggles went far beyond his tongue tie, which kept reattaching despite proper release & after-care. Melissa helped us identify other contributing factors & tailor our after-care approach, ensuring optimal wound healing. She is also highly skilled in wound care, assessment, & intervention in the event of reattachment--using a deeper technique to release the tongue if she notices new tissue growth. She has done this for us on multiple occasions, making all the difference in our son's progress. Additionally, she helped us identify other areas of concern that required prompt medical attention, ensuring we didn't miss a critical window for early intervention. She then took charge--placing referrals, following up, & being an ever-reliable resource. She was always just a text or email away, responding quickly--even during evenings, weekends, & holidays. I'll never forget reaching out in crisis around Thanksgiving when my son was struggling to eat. She responded immediately, offered feedback/advice, & consulted w/ his ENT that weekend to get us answers. By Mon, she had us on his schedule for surgical revision. Melissa's expertise didn't stop there. Her keen attention to detail & ability to see the bigger picture led to a groundbreaking medical discovery for our family--one that not only helped us better understand our own health but also gave us critical insight into our son's needs. Her observation helped us recognize factors that could impact his wound healing, which became invaluable for future surgical planning. What sets Melissa apart is that she doesn't just follow a one-size-fits-all approach--she looks at the individual in front of her. If she saw a concern, she told us about it, even if it went against conventional advice or prior recommendations we had received. Time & time again, she was spot-on. Her supplement suggestions, for example, weren't just based on what's typically recommended for all infants but tailored specifically to our son's unique needs. The same went for her referrals--some contradicted previous medical advice we had been given, but in the end, she was aways right & her option quickly became the one that mattered most. In summary, Melissa is a true expert, investigator, & advocate (not to mention, researcher) who goes above & beyond for the families she works with. She deserves 1,000 's for the incredible impact she's had on our lives. I truly cannot thank her enough. In fact, one time I even told her that she somehow got me feeling grateful for our son's reattachment BC had that not happened, we never would have found her. My only regret is, I wish we had found her sooner! I also wish she was dual-licensed as a pediatrician BC she would kill it & so that we don't have to stop seeing her Lastly, in case you're still not convinced, you should check out her post-frenotomy tongue stretching video on YouTube, which has 1.7M + views! https://youtu.be/2JMcbF85ehs?si=mDtOD9IZ7m0FiwHt