Demetrio Sanchez
Founder of Modern Outlook | Licensed Psychotherapist | Mental Performance Coach
Duke University – Soccer | US Men’s National Team Pool
Demetrio Sanchez is the founder of Modern Outlook. He is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Mental Performance Coach with a deep passion for helping people unlock their full potential. Demetrio went to Jesuit High School and holds a degree in Marketing Management and Sociology from Duke University, and a Master’s in Social Work from Portland State University.
In his career, Demetrio has served in various leadership roles, including Assistant Professor at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and Director of Behavioral Health. He also worked as a psychotherapist and behavioral health consultant at Kaiser Permanente in Bellevue, Washington. Since 2017, Demetrio has been coaching athletes across high school, college, and professional levels, helping them hone their mental game and achieve peak performance.
RUTH EXLEY
Licensed Psychotherapist | Mental Performance Coach
University of Portland – Soccer
Ruth Exley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Portland, Oregon. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work and Spanish from the University of Portland and went on to receive a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University, specializing in advanced clinical practice for children and families.
With a diverse career in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private practice, Ruth has provided psychotherapy to clients dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression. Ruth is the owner of Restore Therapy, a full service mental health clinic and partner company of Modern Outlook.
A former student-athlete, Ruth graduated from Lincoln High School in Portland, where she was an accomplished soccer player. She continued her athletic journey at the University of Portland, where she helped her team to an NCAA Division I National Championship in 2005. Her experience as a student athlete deeply informs her work particularly those who face mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or adjustment issues that impact both their overall well-being and sports performance.
In her free time, Ruth enjoys snowboarding on Mt. Hood, adventuring with her family and coaching her kids in soccer.