Financial records released by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal that Pacific Premier Group, a Portland psychiatry and coaching practice run by Dr. Paul Conti, received more than $30,000 from Jeffrey Epstein between late 2015 and June 2017. The documents were released following congressional demands and reveal numerous connections between powerful people and the convicted sex offender.
Epstein was convicted in 2008 of sex crimes with a minor, then charged in 2019 with having sexually abused dozens of underage girls between 2002 and 2005. He died in a New York City jail following his 2019 arrest.
Email records indicate that Conti socialized with Epstein in late 2015 and corresponded with him through at least 2017. In an October 20, 2015 email, Conti wrote, “Its no surprise that you are a fascinating guy to talk to. If you are interested in meeting again under whatever circumstances you might prefer, please let me know!” In subsequent correspondence, the two discussed whether Conti might treat a female friend of Epstein’s. Conti told Epstein his rates were $1,500 for a 90-minute intake session and $800 per hour thereafter.
Epstein’s American Express Centurion card statements show multiple payments to Pacific Premier Group, beginning with a November 11, 2015 payment of $4,050, followed by payments of $1,000 and $1,200 in subsequent weeks. Financial records indicate Epstein continued paying Pacific Premier Group through at least June 2017, with more than 20 distinct payments totaling over $30,000. It is unclear whether the reviewed statements include all payments made to the firm.
Conti told reporters he had “met a woman in high levels of distress through Mr. Epstein” and treated her pro bono across the years after Epstein stopped paying for her care. He stated he continues to be the doctor of the woman he met through Epstein and asked that her privacy be respected. According to DOJ documents, the woman told Epstein her treatment with Conti was proving helpful.
Conti has prominent national connections, appearing on Andrew Huberman’s Huberman Lab podcast to discuss mental health. Locally, he co-founded the Beaverton treatment center HealthWorks NW in 2009.
This article is an AI-assisted summary. All facts and figures are drawn from the original report: https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/02/21/documents-show-portland-psychiatry-firm-received-tens-of-thousands-of-dollars-from-jeffrey-epstein/