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Shauna Ann Fries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97304
I am accepting NEW clients. I am seeking clients who are ready to work on their personal struggles and gain insight into what is triggering symptoms. I am interested in individuals who are on the spectrum, the LGBTQIA community, Self-esteems and self love concerns, generational trauma, post-traumatic stress disorders, anxiety, and depression. I primarily run my practice Friday through Sunday, with some flexibility. Fot questions, please contact me.
I am accepting NEW clients. I am seeking clients who are ready to work on their personal struggles and gain insight into what is triggering symptoms. I am interested in individuals who are on the spectrum, the LGBTQIA community, Self-esteems and self love concerns, generational trauma, post-traumatic stress disorders, anxiety, and depression. I primarily run my practice Friday through Sunday, with some flexibility. Fot questions, please contact me.
(503) 461-2996 View (503) 461-2996
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The Trauma Academy Northwest LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97304
Trauma is a highly complex and personal experience. Everyone's experience and definition of trauma is different. Among both professionals and clients, it is often incredibly misunderstood. It affects us across physical, social, emotional, and spiritual bounds. It compromises our ability to process sensory input and renders us incapable of communicating at times. Traumatic experiences can make us feel "small" and incompetent, incapable of managing basic tasks at times, or we may even develop intermittent or chronic pain.
Trauma is a highly complex and personal experience. Everyone's experience and definition of trauma is different. Among both professionals and clients, it is often incredibly misunderstood. It affects us across physical, social, emotional, and spiritual bounds. It compromises our ability to process sensory input and renders us incapable of communicating at times. Traumatic experiences can make us feel "small" and incompetent, incapable of managing basic tasks at times, or we may even develop intermittent or chronic pain.
(971) 340-4114 View (971) 340-4114
Photo of Erin L Lacy, Licensed Professional Counselor in 97304, OR
Erin L Lacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97304
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes we may need to face our past to reach our best selves. I believe that everyone has the ability to change, adapt, and grow with and through the challenges of life. My approach to counseling is one that looks at the whole person, and I fully honor the courage that it takes to begin any change process. In our shared space you will be treated with warmth and compassion, and together we will work to face any challenges that may be hindering your growth today so that you can achieve your PEAK Life.
Sometimes we may need to face our past to reach our best selves. I believe that everyone has the ability to change, adapt, and grow with and through the challenges of life. My approach to counseling is one that looks at the whole person, and I fully honor the courage that it takes to begin any change process. In our shared space you will be treated with warmth and compassion, and together we will work to face any challenges that may be hindering your growth today so that you can achieve your PEAK Life.
(971) 273-5550 View (971) 273-5550
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Jonathan Alzate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97304  (Online Only)
My name is Jonathan and I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, or are currently navigating life transitions. I am lit up by working with clients that feel ready for change, even if they're not sure what the path to change looks like yet. If you'd like support in identifying your values, establishing healthy boundaries or trialing evidence-based ways to quiet down an anxious mind, I hope you'll consider reaching out.
My name is Jonathan and I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, or are currently navigating life transitions. I am lit up by working with clients that feel ready for change, even if they're not sure what the path to change looks like yet. If you'd like support in identifying your values, establishing healthy boundaries or trialing evidence-based ways to quiet down an anxious mind, I hope you'll consider reaching out.
(458) 217-1388 View (458) 217-1388
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.