Photo of Sheryl Wakeling-Cook, Licensed Professional Counselor in Salem, OR
Sheryl Wakeling-Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302  (Online Only)
You have decided to make some changes but do not know where to start. Your life, your marriage or your family, may seem out of control. You are a unique individual and you have within you great potential to make desired changes in your life. The relationship between client and therapist is based on trust and the hope filled possibility of that change. I will work with you as a collaborative guide to enable you to discover and map your chosen objectives. Small changes in your life will often results in positive changes in your relationships.
You have decided to make some changes but do not know where to start. Your life, your marriage or your family, may seem out of control. You are a unique individual and you have within you great potential to make desired changes in your life. The relationship between client and therapist is based on trust and the hope filled possibility of that change. I will work with you as a collaborative guide to enable you to discover and map your chosen objectives. Small changes in your life will often results in positive changes in your relationships.
(503) 563-7164 View (503) 563-7164
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Alexa Fouche
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Alexa Fouche is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with licenses to practice therapy in both Oregon and California. She has over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, and she specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, and family therapy. Alexa completed her Master's in Psychology at Loyola Marymount University.
Alexa Fouche is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with licenses to practice therapy in both Oregon and California. She has over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, and she specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, and family therapy. Alexa completed her Master's in Psychology at Loyola Marymount University.
(503) 743-6799 View (503) 743-6799
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Inter-Cultural Center for Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302
ISSUES & SPECIALITES: Anxiety Conditions, Generalized Anxiety, Separation Anxiety, OCD, Social & School Phobia, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/Trauma Mood Conditions, Depression, Bipolar, Family, Marriage, Parent-Child difficulty Work conflict, Grief/loss Life transitions, Childhood conditions, Psychosis, Issues of acculturation, Spirituality, Etc.
We are a practice group of licensed psychologists that provide mental health services in English, Russian, and Ukrainian. We provide individual, couple, family, and group therapy, for ages 4 years old and up.
ISSUES & SPECIALITES: Anxiety Conditions, Generalized Anxiety, Separation Anxiety, OCD, Social & School Phobia, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/Trauma Mood Conditions, Depression, Bipolar, Family, Marriage, Parent-Child difficulty Work conflict, Grief/loss Life transitions, Childhood conditions, Psychosis, Issues of acculturation, Spirituality, Etc.
We are a practice group of licensed psychologists that provide mental health services in English, Russian, and Ukrainian. We provide individual, couple, family, and group therapy, for ages 4 years old and up.
(503) 877-1329 View (503) 877-1329
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Bill L Hennings
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302
I am a psychologist with considerable experience in working with the complexities of emotional issues and health. Sometimes I am helpful as a person adjusts to new changes, learns coping skills, and manages stress reactions. I am also interested in working with persons that value a longer commitment to personal change and growth. I work primarily with adults individual or couples.
I am a psychologist with considerable experience in working with the complexities of emotional issues and health. Sometimes I am helpful as a person adjusts to new changes, learns coping skills, and manages stress reactions. I am also interested in working with persons that value a longer commitment to personal change and growth. I work primarily with adults individual or couples.
(503) 917-3391 View (503) 917-3391
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Christine Salas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Christine Salas is a compassionate, heart centered Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon as well as a Healing Touch Practitioner. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Loyola University New Orleans and received her Master’s in Social Work from San Diego State University. Christine has over 8 years of experience working with adults and older adults seeking support with stress management, life transitions, end of life, depression, and anxiety.
Christine Salas is a compassionate, heart centered Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon as well as a Healing Touch Practitioner. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Loyola University New Orleans and received her Master’s in Social Work from San Diego State University. Christine has over 8 years of experience working with adults and older adults seeking support with stress management, life transitions, end of life, depression, and anxiety.
(503) 773-5159 View (503) 773-5159
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The Healing Haven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97302
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 33 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My strengths are in relationship issues,eating disorders,weight loss,addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and chronic pain. I work with adults, teens using psychotherapy and/or hypnotherapy. I am totally committed to my work and have numerous references. I can accommodate your work schedule and work schedule. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists. We are able to provide secure online therapy particularly during this difficult time
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 33 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My strengths are in relationship issues,eating disorders,weight loss,addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and chronic pain. I work with adults, teens using psychotherapy and/or hypnotherapy. I am totally committed to my work and have numerous references. I can accommodate your work schedule and work schedule. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists. We are able to provide secure online therapy particularly during this difficult time
(971) 236-5193 View (971) 236-5193
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Barbara Balowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302  (Online Only)
Are you depressed, anxious or stressed? Depression, stress, anxiety and relationship problems are the focus of my practice. If you are struggling to make your life work or in a life transition involving your relationship, family or career, I will work with you to improve the quality of your life and to achieve your goals.
Are you depressed, anxious or stressed? Depression, stress, anxiety and relationship problems are the focus of my practice. If you are struggling to make your life work or in a life transition involving your relationship, family or career, I will work with you to improve the quality of your life and to achieve your goals.
(503) 567-2446 View (503) 567-2446
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Carol Beth Georgeson Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
I provide play therapy and counseling for children and adolescents as well as their parents and families. I also provide therapy for individual adult Clients. It has been my joy to walk with Clients towards their personal therapeutic goals for wellness and mental health with empathy and insight for over 21 years in the behavioral health field. My therapeutic focus is to compassionately assist you in identifying your strengths and current developmental processes and how various internal thought patterns, events, or choices might be interfering with your present wholeness and ability to experience life to the fullest.
I provide play therapy and counseling for children and adolescents as well as their parents and families. I also provide therapy for individual adult Clients. It has been my joy to walk with Clients towards their personal therapeutic goals for wellness and mental health with empathy and insight for over 21 years in the behavioral health field. My therapeutic focus is to compassionately assist you in identifying your strengths and current developmental processes and how various internal thought patterns, events, or choices might be interfering with your present wholeness and ability to experience life to the fullest.
(503) 832-4946 View (503) 832-4946
Photo of Erin L Lacy, Licensed Professional Counselor in Salem, 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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Don Erickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients though currently only in teletherapy. At this point in my counseling career, I’m increasingly focusing trauma and toxic stress and the ways it often shows up as depression, anxiety, sadness or sometimes a loss of a clear sense of who we are. Some people describe recalling feeling joy, excitement, or self-confidence that they rarely if ever feel now. The folks I’ve been working with have been finding my approach to somatic therapy coupled with simple mindfulness and physical awareness skills very helpful or even transformative in terms of regaining their sense of self and feelings of satisfaction.
I am accepting new clients though currently only in teletherapy. At this point in my counseling career, I’m increasingly focusing trauma and toxic stress and the ways it often shows up as depression, anxiety, sadness or sometimes a loss of a clear sense of who we are. Some people describe recalling feeling joy, excitement, or self-confidence that they rarely if ever feel now. The folks I’ve been working with have been finding my approach to somatic therapy coupled with simple mindfulness and physical awareness skills very helpful or even transformative in terms of regaining their sense of self and feelings of satisfaction.
(541) 359-3373 View (541) 359-3373
Photo of Mark Redmond, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Salem, OR
Mark Redmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Mark Redmond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to individuals and couples. Mark specializes in relationship stress and communication issues, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, issues from childhood, and adjusting to life changes in general. Mark completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Tulane University.
Mark Redmond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to individuals and couples. Mark specializes in relationship stress and communication issues, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, issues from childhood, and adjusting to life changes in general. Mark completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Tulane University.
(503) 832-4886 View (503) 832-4886
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Cristina Cuevas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Cristina Cuevas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults to address their individual challenges and live more productive and fulfilling lives. Cristina specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues, as well as major life transitions.
Cristina Cuevas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults to address their individual challenges and live more productive and fulfilling lives. Cristina specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues, as well as major life transitions.
(503) 966-2714 View (503) 966-2714
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Anthony Gagliardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAC, CCHT
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients would agree that what they look for in a counselor is someone who "has been there themselves." They look for someone that has the education and experience to successfully assist them. I have that combination of personal experiences and educational background. My goal is to help you feel better, cope with life, and get on the path to a more happy and productive life. I will teach you to identify, solve, and cope with problems. I am Psychedelic's friendly.
Many of my clients would agree that what they look for in a counselor is someone who "has been there themselves." They look for someone that has the education and experience to successfully assist them. I have that combination of personal experiences and educational background. My goal is to help you feel better, cope with life, and get on the path to a more happy and productive life. I will teach you to identify, solve, and cope with problems. I am Psychedelic's friendly.
(503) 581-7550 View (503) 581-7550
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New Perspectives Center for Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
NEW PERSPECTIVES CENTER for Counseling and Therapy, LLC is an outpatient behavioral health facility with a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and psychiatric nurse practioners who provide comprehensive services to CHILDREN,ADOLESCENTS,ADULTS, and SENIORS. Working in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance, individuals, couples, families and groups are encouraged to explore and confront the issues affecting their lives. We are licensed by the state of Oregon for both mental health and addiction services. We are covered by most insurance plans and have therapists/nurses on most managed care panels.
NEW PERSPECTIVES CENTER for Counseling and Therapy, LLC is an outpatient behavioral health facility with a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and psychiatric nurse practioners who provide comprehensive services to CHILDREN,ADOLESCENTS,ADULTS, and SENIORS. Working in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance, individuals, couples, families and groups are encouraged to explore and confront the issues affecting their lives. We are licensed by the state of Oregon for both mental health and addiction services. We are covered by most insurance plans and have therapists/nurses on most managed care panels.
(503) 446-5085 View (503) 446-5085
Photo of Laura L Saviola, Psychologist in Salem, OR
Laura L Saviola
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302  (Online Only)
I am accepting new patients, adults and teenagers, for online Telehealth Therapy. In my practice I believe each patient is unique, and I tailor my therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual. I feel that specific goals and measurable progress are important in my practice, along with compassion. I create a warm and comfortable environment that allows patients to feel safe, open, and ready to change. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment therapy during each session and weave in other techniques and theories such as Internal Family Systems, and more as needed.
I am accepting new patients, adults and teenagers, for online Telehealth Therapy. In my practice I believe each patient is unique, and I tailor my therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual. I feel that specific goals and measurable progress are important in my practice, along with compassion. I create a warm and comfortable environment that allows patients to feel safe, open, and ready to change. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment therapy during each session and weave in other techniques and theories such as Internal Family Systems, and more as needed.
(503) 563-8010 View (503) 563-8010
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Nancy L Link
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Over 29 years experience as a licensed counselor. Are you looking for a positive change in your life? I can help you. I believe that growth is an essential ingredient for a fulfilling life. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, adults and families. My training and experience is extensive. It includes being certified as a DEH@ practitioner, individual, couple, family therapy, Play/Sand/Art Therapy, hypnosis, and Spiritual Direction/life path exploration. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Oregon, trained in Spiritual direction, and certified in delivery of Tele Mental Health services.
Over 29 years experience as a licensed counselor. Are you looking for a positive change in your life? I can help you. I believe that growth is an essential ingredient for a fulfilling life. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, adults and families. My training and experience is extensive. It includes being certified as a DEH@ practitioner, individual, couple, family therapy, Play/Sand/Art Therapy, hypnosis, and Spiritual Direction/life path exploration. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Oregon, trained in Spiritual direction, and certified in delivery of Tele Mental Health services.
(503) 980-3226 View (503) 980-3226
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James Gibb Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, AMTP
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302
(Please note that I am currently located in Illinois and can only offer video or phone sessions). It was Irvin Yalom who said something to the effect that "psychotherapy is like a dress rehearsal for life". With this said, it is my intention to not only offer you support in therapy but to also help you generalize the skills you learn in therapy and apply them in your outside life and relationships. I specialize in anger and anxiety management for adults and adolescents. I also work with highly intelligent adults and teens who have a difficult time adjusting and adapting socially and work with high functioning autistic individuals.
(Please note that I am currently located in Illinois and can only offer video or phone sessions). It was Irvin Yalom who said something to the effect that "psychotherapy is like a dress rehearsal for life". With this said, it is my intention to not only offer you support in therapy but to also help you generalize the skills you learn in therapy and apply them in your outside life and relationships. I specialize in anger and anxiety management for adults and adolescents. I also work with highly intelligent adults and teens who have a difficult time adjusting and adapting socially and work with high functioning autistic individuals.
(309) 518-1421 View (309) 518-1421
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Headlight / Hollywood
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
Headlight is proud to offer Portland, OR a full circle of mental health care services, including therapy, coaching, support groups, medication management, and an online library of self-care resources. We make world-class mental health care accessible for everyone!
Headlight is proud to offer Portland, OR a full circle of mental health care services, including therapy, coaching, support groups, medication management, and an online library of self-care resources. We make world-class mental health care accessible for everyone!
(971) 290-1844 View (971) 290-1844
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KathyOutland,LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCEP
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302
Not accepting new clients
I am dedicated to providing services that provide my clients with individualized treatment that is based on their unique situations and preferences. I Have an interactional style and strive to provide a balance between listening, understanding and feedback. I enjoy teaching new ways to deal with stress, anxiety and depression!
I am dedicated to providing services that provide my clients with individualized treatment that is based on their unique situations and preferences. I Have an interactional style and strive to provide a balance between listening, understanding and feedback. I enjoy teaching new ways to deal with stress, anxiety and depression!
(503) 405-8695 View (503) 405-8695
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Lori D. Riha
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97304
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with individuals who are open to learning, growing, and problem-solving. My focus is that each individual has potential to make changes in their life if needed. I believe with determination and constructive tools, individuals can reach the goals that they have set for themselves. I have experience working with teens and adults. I have worked with individuals dealing with all types of mental health issues as well as working through all different types of relationship issues.
I enjoy working with individuals who are open to learning, growing, and problem-solving. My focus is that each individual has potential to make changes in their life if needed. I believe with determination and constructive tools, individuals can reach the goals that they have set for themselves. I have experience working with teens and adults. I have worked with individuals dealing with all types of mental health issues as well as working through all different types of relationship issues.
(971) 273-1797 View (971) 273-1797
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.