Hi, I’m Heidi Scanlan—therapist, Pilates instructor-in-training, mom, and founder of The Alignment Collective.

This nonprofit has been a long time coming. It was born out of my work and vision at Mind Body Align PDX, where I’ve spent years walking alongside clinicians and clients through trauma, healing, parenting, and burnout. Over time, it became clear: people don’t just need therapy—they need a system of support, a place to land, reconnect with their bodies, and feel safe being exactly who they are.

The Alignment Collective is that place.

We’re building a community-rooted mental health and wellness nonprofit that offers trauma-informed therapy, somatic healing (like Pilates and mindfulness practices), and integrative care that centers veterans, new parents, queer folks, and communities that have historically been left behind by traditional systems.

But that’s not all—we’re also creating a space for training and mentoring the next generation of clinicians. As a clinical supervisor, I’m passionate about helping new social workers and therapists learn to show up fully—ethically, skillfully, and with deep compassion. We’re building something that goes beyond minimum licensure requirements. This is about growing truly excellent, trauma-informed providers who reflect the communities we serve. Offering advanced training opportunities and ongoing growth is our jam.

Right now, we’re in our startup phase—transitioning from a successful privately owned group practice to a fully realized 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your donation will help us:

• Launch free and sliding scale therapy groups, classes, and sessions

• Support veterans and parents in their healing journeys

• Purchase basic equipment (Pilates reformer, supplies, tech)

• Cover early-stage costs like insurance, space, licensing, and outreach

• Build out a high-quality supervision and training program for pre-licensed clinicians

We are currently awaiting final 501(c)(3) status, and all donations will be treated as tax-deductible charitable contributions. We’ll gladly provide documentation/receipts for your records.

If you’ve been part of this journey through Mind Body Align PDX, or if you believe in whole-person healing and mental health access for all, I would love your support—whether that’s $25, $250, or just sharing this with your people.

We’re launching without big institutional funding (yet!) but with everything we need to start: vision, community, and commitment.

This work is deeply personal. And I believe, with your help, we can build something that truly aligns.

With gratitude,

Heidi Scanlan, LCSW

Founder, The Alignment Collective

their communities.

PS- if anyone knows the owner of the old Portland Kayak shop on Macadam tell them we want to talk to them. That space truly aligns with our vision!

Our $25,000 fundraising goal will go directly toward launching The Alignment Collective and covering these core startup costs:

• Purchasing essential equipment, including a Pilates reformer

• Securing and furnishing our retail/therapy space

• Building out our website and client portal

• Covering rent and basic operational expenses

• Investing in outreach so we can reach the folks who need this most

Every single contribution helps lay the foundation for accessible, trauma-informed healing in our community.

With so much gratitude,

Heidi