Whole Child Collective
We are a specialized team providing comprehensive evaluations and services for children & teens
Meet Our Team
The team at
Whole Child Collective
offers upbeat, positive
services while utilizing
evidence-based intervention.
Dr. Erika Doty, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Founder & Owner
Dr. Erika Doty, Psy.D., received a doctorate in clinical psychology from George Fox University. She completed an APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in clinical child psychology at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO. While at Children’s Mercy Hospital, she received extensive training and mentorship in the area of behavioral pediatrics under the tutelage of Dr. Edward Christophersen, Ph.D., ABPP, (FAAP, hon), a pioneer in the field of behavioral pediatrics. Dr. Doty has specialized training in providing comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, learning disorders, and emotional challenges. Dr. Doty has held multiple leadership positions and she has worked on grant-funded campaigns to deliver care within children’s hospitals.
Dr. Doty has a longstanding history of providing care within medical settings, including:
- Children’s Mercy Hospital (inpatient, outpatient & specialty medical clinics)
- CDRC at OHSU Doernbecher
- Providence Medical Center
- Primary care clinics training residents & doctoral students
- Outpatient specialty medical clinics (pediatrician-based offices)
- Consultation & Liaison within multidisciplinary pediatric teams
Dr. Doty has extensive experience conducting evaluations for a broad array of concerns:
- Psychoeducational evaluations for learning disabilities (i.e., Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
- Neurodevelopmental evaluations for ADHD & medical concerns that impact development (i.e., Tics/Tourette Syndrome)
- Twice Exceptional (2e) and Giftedness
- SAT/ACT Accommodations Testing
- Anxiety/Mood Concerns/Depression
Dr. Doty works with youth ages 7 through 25-years-old. With a background in children’s hospitals, pediatric primary care and working within multidisciplinary medical teams, she actively collaborates with medical providers in the community. Dr. Doty routinely reaches out to learning specialists, educators, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists to provide comprehensive care. Dr. Doty co-founded a pediatric psychology practice in Lake Oswego, Oregon in 2014, and she founded Whole Child Collective to expand upon services by offering a cohesive group of specialists to take care of children and teens…under one umbrella.
In her free time, Dr. Doty enjoys spending time with her family, friends, exploring new restaurants, and traveling.
Dr. Stephanie Garcia, Psy.D.
Dr. Stephanie Garcia earned her PsyD in clinical psychology from Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology where she was a member of the child and adolescent specialty track. Dr. Garcia completed an APA-accredited internship at Community Health of Central Washington, which specialized in the integration of behavioral health services into primary care settings.
She then completed her postdoctoral fellowship within the Pediatric Anxiety Treatment Clinic at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). During fellowship, Dr. Garcia worked with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and posttraumatic stress disorders congruent with a variety of other difficulties, such as behavioral difficulties, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, and tics.
Dr. Brandon Markel, PsyD., MBA
Dr. Brandon Markel received his doctorate in psychology and behavioral sciences from The Illinois School of Professional Psychology, a master’s in psychology with a counseling specialization from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a master’s in business administration from Cardinal Stritch University.
He completed his advanced training and postdoctoral residency under the direction of two members from the International OCD Foundation’s Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Markel completed his psychology doctoral internship at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs and his postdoctoral residency at the Center for OCD and Anxiety Related Disorders at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute.
Additionally, Dr. Markel has advanced training and certification in a variety of evidence-based therapies with a particular emphasis on anxiety conditions, traumatic stress, body focused repetitive behaviors, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and other related conditions focusing on individuals across the lifespan. He holds diplomate status in The Academy of Cognitive Therapy and The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. Additionally, Dr. Markel has developed and run programs in higher levels of care, has overseen operations and clinical practice for multispecialty behavioral health organizations, and has trained students and residents in the practice of psychology for most of his professional career. Dr. Markel has also taught at the graduate level in the areas of evidence-based practice and psychotherapy.
Dr. Markel’s current practice is focused on assessment of complex conditions including autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, and other diagnostic categories. He specializes in psychological, psychoeducational, pre-surgical, competency, and disability assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults. He has a strong passion for psychological assessment to help patients and families better understand challenges associated with autism spectrum disorder, medical conditions, learning disabilities, anxiety, and ADHD. Dr. Markel works with patients across the lifespan and he is competent in assessing children, teens and young adults from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Areas of Expertise
- Autism evaluations
- Learning disorder evaluations (i.e., dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia)
- ADHD evaluations
- Medical evaluations
- School readiness evaluations
- Vocational evaluations
- Evaluations to gain clarity in diagnosis
- Other specialty evaluations
Esje Woolfe, MOT, OTR/L
Multidisciplinary Autism Evaluations
Esje Woolfe, MOT, OTR/L, obtained a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Pacific University. She has worked in early intervention, clinical and school settings. Esje has also provided private OT services in patient’s homes focusing on fine motor skill development and handwriting. Esje has a vast amount of experience working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, emotional and behavioral challenges, feeding challenges, and sensory processing issues. She is trained in Handwriting Without Tears® and Therapeutic Listening.
Allie Matthews
Office Manager
Allison Matthews, the Office Manager at Whole Child Collective, plays a crucial role in ensuring a seamless experience for families throughout their treatment journey. As the primary liaison, she addresses any queries related to invoicing or Superbills, providing valuable assistance.
Before joining Whole Child Collective, Allie accumulated almost two decades of experience, starting her career at Therapy Solutions for Kids in 2004. Prior to that, she spent five years in the Multnomah County Early Intervention program (MECP/PEIP), developing expertise in billing, organization, office management, and community resources.
Allie’s commitment extends beyond her professional life. She cherishes quality time with her children and nurtures her interests in gardening, photography, and outdoor activities.
Working from her home office in Washington (WA), Allie remains accessible to patients and their families during regular business hours from Monday through Friday until noon. Her dedication to providing support and fostering a positive experience reflects in her seamless coordination from initial interactions to the completion of treatment.
In her multifaceted career, Allie continues to draw on her extensive background to enhance the overall efficiency of Whole Child Collective. With a rich history of service in related fields, she contributes valuable skills and knowledge, ensuring the smooth functioning of the practice and enriching the lives of those it serves.
