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Perryville MD US Affordable OptionsFoundationsPostpartum Rebuild IntensiveStability and Structure
Candace Foreman

Candace Foreman

Postpartum Coach and Support Navigator
Offers virtual services

English

Hi Everyone! My name is Candace and I started a maternal wellness business called Core to Care. We’re all about closing the postpartum gap through education, planning, and coaching.

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Los Angeles CA US Holistic Life&Relationship Coach, NLP Practioner
Chenny Le

Chenny Le

Holistic Life and Relationship Coach, NLP Practioner
Offers virtual services

English

I am a certified Holistic Life and Relationship Coach and NLP Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals achieve emotional balance, mental clarity, and healthy, fulfilling relationships. My coaching integrates proven techniques, mindset tools, and the wisdom I’ve gained through both professional…

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Elmwood Park NJ US Mindset/Accountability Coaching
Danielle Richardson

Danielle Richardson

Life Coach-Therapist
Offers virtual services

English

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Jamestown NC US Holistic Coaching Session
Dez Stephens

Dez Stephens

Co-Founder of Amarya Global Founder + Former CEO of Radiant Health Institute
Offers virtual services

English

Hi! I'm Dez Stephens. I've been a professional coach for nearly 20 years and have also trained over 1000 holistic coaches in 25+ countries in 10+ languages. My personal passions include animals, crystals and protecting the environment. I'm also a film producer of the Emmy-nominated film, "End of t…

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San Diego CA US Individual Counseling Session
Dr. Regina Ransom

Dr. Regina Ransom

Holistic Therapist
Offers virtual services

English

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Detroit MI US 1 hour consult12 Week 1:1 Coaching Program30 min consult6 Week 1:1 Coaching Program6 Week Group Coaching Program
Gladys Powe

Gladys Powe

Certified Life Coach Parenting Coach Bereavement Support Navigator Cancer Support Coach Workshop Facilitator and Trainer Professional Speaker
Offers virtual services

English

Hello and welcome! I’m Gladys Powe, also known as Coach Gee, a certified life, health, and wellness coach dedicated to helping you thrive through life’s many transitions. As the founder of Just for Girls, a mentoring organization, I am passionate about empowering women and young girls to embrace th…

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Barrie ON US Adverse Prenatal Doula/CoachAutism Parenting CoachAutism Partner CoachBirth Trauma Doula/CoachCoaching Meet and Greet
Heather Morgan

Heather Morgan

Life Coach
Offers virtual services

English

Heather has spent 17 years working with thousands of pregnant and parenting individuals through issues including infertility, miscarriage, adverse prenatal diagnosis, premature birth, stillbirth, birth trauma, NICU stays, infant loss, postpartum depression, Subsequent Pregnancy After Loss (SPAL), p…

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Perth Western Australia AU Fertility Coaching - Initial Breakthrough Call
Karenna Wood

Karenna Wood

Offers virtual services

English

Karenna Wood is an international fertility coach, founder of Your Fertility Hub.com and a passionate advocate for more emotional support and information for women trying to get pregnant. She’s an expert in mind-body tools and has supported over 1200 women all over the world in learning relaxati…

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Lewistown PA US ADD Unlimited Contact to any coaching packageNeurofeedback - 12 SessionsNeurofeedback - 6 Session BundleNeurofeedback Single SessionParent Coaching - 2x a month
Laurel Patton

Laurel Patton

Coach
Offers virtual services

English

Welcome! My name is Laurel and I am excited that you are here. Whatever brings you here, big or small, it means that you are seeking something better for you and your family. Having been involved in Family Mental Wellness since 2006 in positions like a Parents As Teacher Educator, A Family Cr…

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New York City New York US How To Set Strong BoundariesMeet LeniseRediscover Your Passion + PurposeWednesday Affirmation Calls with Rev. Lenise
Rev Lenise D Harris

Rev Lenise D Harris

Holistic Life Coach
Offers virtual services

English

Reverend Lenise Dazzel-Harris is a Spiritual Advisor, Certified Life Coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of WE CreateShop and yes, she's doing all of this as a mom of three. Her work is for the modern spiritual woman who is ready to stop circling the same patterns and start living on her own te…

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Woodbridge Township NJ US Handling Your Toddler's Big EmotionsInitial Parenting ConsultRebuilding Connection With Your Teen Who Shuts You OutThe PAUSE Coaching Plan — 6-Week Parent Coaching ProgramTired of the Backtalk and Not Listening? The Parent Reset Call: Trade Yelling for Calm, Confident Parenting
Rima Elahi-Syed

Rima Elahi-Syed

Parent Coach
Offers virtual services

English

If you're tired of yelling at your child and feeling guilty about it afterward, you're in the right place. I'm Rima, Certified Parent Coach (Jai Institute for Parenting), M.S. Physical Therapist, B.A. Psychology, and Certified Infant Massage Instructor (IAIM UK). And I'm a mom who has raised ki…

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Shaazia Joosub

Shaazia Joosub

Counselor/Talk Therapist•Life, Wellness & Health Coach•Medical Herbalist
Offers virtual services

English

Greetings everyone!:) My name is Shaazia and I’m a registered International phase Counseling therapist, Wellness & Life coach and Medical Herbalist. I specialize in all areas of mental health and wellness, as well as Holistic well-being, and work with clients from all over the world. My clients are…

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Charleston SC US Initial Counseling Intake Assessment
Stephanie Dasher

Stephanie Dasher

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Offers virtual services

English

I'm Stephanie Dasher, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in South Carolina and a National Certified Counselor, certified in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy and practicing under the supervision of Dr. Maia Gill, PhD. I'm also a registered yoga teacher. Before private practice I led we…

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Greenville NC US ADHD EvaluationInitial Consult
Tanisha Hines-Johnson

Tanisha Hines-Johnson

Psychotherapist
Offers virtual services

English

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Portland, OR

 

Portland is a port city in the Pacific Northwest and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon. Situated in the northwestern area of the state at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers, Portland is the county seat of Multnomah County, the most populous county in Oregon. As of 2020, Portland's population was 652,503, making it the 26th-most populous city in the United States, the sixth-most populous on the West Coast, and the second-most populous in the Pacific Northwest, after Seattle. Approximately 2.5 million people live in the Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro, OR–WA metropolitan statistical area, making it the 25th most populous in the United States. About half of Oregon's population resides within the Portland metropolitan area.

Named after Portland, Maine, which is itself named after the English Isle of Portland, the Oregon settlement began to be populated in the 1840s, near the end of the Oregon Trail. Its water access provided convenient transportation of goods, and the timber industry was a major force in the city's early economy. At the turn of the 20th century, the city had a reputation as one of the most dangerous port cities in the world, a hub for organized crime and racketeering. After the city's economy experienced an industrial boom during World War II, its hard-edged reputation began to dissipate. Beginning in the 1960s, Portland became noted for its growing liberal and progressive political values, earning it a reputation as a bastion of counterculture.

The city operates with a commission-based government, guided by a mayor and four commissioners, as well as Metro, the only directly elected metropolitan planning organization in the United States. Its climate is marked by warm, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. This climate is ideal for growing roses, and Portland has been called the "City of Roses" for over a century.

Portland lies on top of a dormant volcanic field known as the Boring Lava Field, named after the nearby bedroom community of Boring. The Boring Lava Field has at least 32 cinder cones such as Mount Tabor, and its center lies in southeast Portland. Mount St. Helens, a highly active volcano 50 miles (80 km) northeast of the city in Washington state, is easily visible on clear days and is close enough to have dusted the city with volcanic ash after its eruption on May 18, 1980. The rocks of the Portland area range in age from late Eocene to more recent eras.

Multiple shallow, active fault lines traverse the Portland metropolitan area. Among them are the Portland Hills Fault on the city's west side, and the East Bank Fault on the east side. According to a 2017 survey, several of these faults were characterized as "probably more of a hazard" than the Cascadia subduction zone due to their proximity to population centers, with the potential to produce magnitude 7 earthquakes. Notable earthquakes that have impacted the Portland area in recent history include the 6.8-magnitude Nisqually earthquake in 2001 and a 5.6-magnitude earthquake that struck on March 25, 1993.

Per a 2014 report, over 7,000 locations within the Portland area are at high risk for landslides and soil liquefaction in the event of a major earthquake, including much of the city's west side (such as Washington Park) and sections of Clackamas County

Portland prioritizes the health and wellness of its residents with a comprehensive healthcare infrastructure. Notable healthcare facilities include the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), providing cutting-edge medical services. The city's commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle is reflected in its numerous parks, trails, and recreational spaces, including the iconic Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities. For yoga enthusiasts, Yoga Pearl offers a serene environment for classes and workshops. The People’s Yoga is another great option, known for its inclusive and community-focused approach. Fitness buffs can enjoy a comprehensive workout at Lloyd Athletic Club, which features state-of-the-art equipment and a variety of fitness classes. If you're interested in mindfulness and meditation, Pause Meditation offers sessions to help reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Float On provides floatation therapy for deep relaxation. 

Top sites in Portland, OR are Portland Japanese Garden, International Rose Test Garden, Pittock Mansion, and Oregon Zoo.

Population: 635,749 (2024). ZIP code: 97086. Area codes: 503, 971. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Area: 145.00 sq mi (375.55 km2).

 

FAQs

What is Portland, OR famous for?

Portland, Oregon, is a vibrant and scenic city in the USA’s Pacific Northwest. The largest city in the state, it’s famed for its huge expanses of green space, from parks and forests to breathtaking mountaintops. You’ll be drawn to Portland if you love the great outdoors, but that’s not all there is to love about this place. It’s cool and quirky, with great places to shop and even better places to eat and drink. There’s fine dining and street food aplenty, as well as countless breweries, distilleries and coffee shops to experience, too.

 

Is Portland, OR a nice place to live?

Yes, Portland, Oregon, is a great place to move. There are plenty of jobs, a high quality of life, and access to lots of natural areas. Portland is famous for its rugged natural beauty, not to mention its great location — you can be in the Pacific Ocean or the mountains in around an hour. The city is known as Biketown USA for a reason. Additionally, Portland has a great public transit system to help alleviate traffic due to the city becoming more popular.

 

Is Portland, OR expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Portland, OR is 10% higher than the state average and 20% higher than the national average. Portland, OR housing is 50% more expensive than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 4% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 6% more in Portland, OR than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 6% more. Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 10% more here compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 6% pricier in Portland, OR.

 

Sources

City of Portland 

Wikipedia

Hotels

PODS

Rent Cafe

Macs List

Redfin

Portland Japanese Garden 

International Rose Test Garden 

Pittock Mansion 

Oregon ZooOregon 

Health & Science University (OHSU)

Forest Park

Yoga Pearl

The People’s Yoga

Lloyd Athletic Club

Pause Meditation

Float On

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