Off-Campus Referrals

There are several steps in the off-campus referral process, including information that students should know and understand when seeking off-campus services for mental health needs. Each entry below links to additional information for each step in the process.

• Paying for Services
• Health Insurance Basics
• Types of Mental Health Providers and Services
• Searching for Providers
• Contacting Providers
• Downloadable Guide to Finding an Off-Campus Mental Health Provider

In addition to your insurance’s list of in-network providers, you can also research database of physical and mental health professionals to find a specialist who fits your needs:

• Psychology Today (national database of counselors, psychiatrists, and other mental health professionals)
• Portland Therapy Center (online directory of Portland-area mental health professionals)
• Oregon Psychological Association (database of OPA-member psychologists)
• Network Therapy (mental health directory and resource guide)
• Good Therapy (national therapy database)
• Portland Area Hospitals (for in-patient, out-patient, or emergency care)

The Portland area has a variety of different public transit options to help you get to your off-campus appointments:

• Pioneer Shuttle (free for all Lewis & Clark students)
• Trimet (Portland’s public transit system)
• Ridesharing (e.g. Zipcar, Lyft, Uber)
• Other Options and Discounts for Students (LC monthly transit passes, carpools, etc.)

If you have any other questions about the resources we provide, please feel free to call us during normal business hours M-F at 503-768-7192.