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Darlene Marie Stimson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97304
Accepting new clients! Life can be filled with unexpected challenges. These vary from change of life situations to loss of job, marital difficulties, divorce, trauma and grief over the loss of a loved one. I welcome you to explore various ways to navigate these experiences in a safe, sensitive and warm environment. Together we can find creative and positive approaches tailored to your circumstances. As a team we can explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviors and take action to reach a positive outcome!
Accepting new clients! Life can be filled with unexpected challenges. These vary from change of life situations to loss of job, marital difficulties, divorce, trauma and grief over the loss of a loved one. I welcome you to explore various ways to navigate these experiences in a safe, sensitive and warm environment. Together we can find creative and positive approaches tailored to your circumstances. As a team we can explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviors and take action to reach a positive outcome!
(503) 461-4384 View (503) 461-4384
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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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Professional Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
Maybe, you're looking for help with your marriage, or help with a personal life issue, or you want to work through the pain of past hurts or the grief of a significant loss? Counseling provides the opportunity for healthy change, personal growth and healing.
Professional Counseling Group, LLC, provides counseling and therapy for individuals, couples, and families—in person and online via telehealth. The counselors at PCG are skillful and caring masters and doctoral-level professionals, trained to provide the highest level of care for people struggling with mental health and emotional problems, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, and relational issues. We work from an integrated behavioral, holistic, relational, and systemic perspective to help clients better understand their problems, find solutions and healing, and rebuild healthy relationships.
Maybe, you're looking for help with your marriage, or help with a personal life issue, or you want to work through the pain of past hurts or the grief of a significant loss? Counseling provides the opportunity for healthy change, personal growth and healing.
Professional Counseling Group, LLC, provides counseling and therapy for individuals, couples, and families—in person and online via telehealth. The counselors at PCG are skillful and caring masters and doctoral-level professionals, trained to provide the highest level of care for people struggling with mental health and emotional problems, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, and relational issues. We work from an integrated behavioral, holistic, relational, and systemic perspective to help clients better understand their problems, find solutions and healing, and rebuild healthy relationships.
(503) 213-9388 View (503) 213-9388
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Stepping Stones Individual/Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, ThM, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
Treatment specialization includes: Anxiety, Panic, Relationship Problems, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Pre-marital, Work and Career issues, Stress Management, Attachment, Parenting, Conflict Resolution, Life Transitions, Couples Communication.
I am convinced there is HOPE in your circumstances. You can reach an optimum state of mental health. I employ an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on both cognitive-behavioral and emotion focused modalities. Within you there lies a myriad history of life circumstance, cultural influence, spiritual richness, and challenge that has formed who you are. Walking along with each individual, couple or family, it is my privilege to explore life together, to hear your story, and to design a plan that allows for the optimum life experience. There is HOPE!
Treatment specialization includes: Anxiety, Panic, Relationship Problems, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Pre-marital, Work and Career issues, Stress Management, Attachment, Parenting, Conflict Resolution, Life Transitions, Couples Communication.
I am convinced there is HOPE in your circumstances. You can reach an optimum state of mental health. I employ an eclectic approach with a strong reliance on both cognitive-behavioral and emotion focused modalities. Within you there lies a myriad history of life circumstance, cultural influence, spiritual richness, and challenge that has formed who you are. Walking along with each individual, couple or family, it is my privilege to explore life together, to hear your story, and to design a plan that allows for the optimum life experience. There is HOPE!
(503) 743-6209 View (503) 743-6209
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Dr. Corey Gilbert -Christian, Sex & Trauma Expert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97306
Welcome! My name is Dr Corey Gilbert. I have been working with marriages and families for over 23 years. My primary focus is on trauma, gender and sexual identity, infidelity, marriage restoration, & marital sexual stuck points - all from a biblical traditionally Christian worldivew. So if you are looking for that kind of leadership and direction, I am that person. I have been a University professor at the Undergrad, Gradaute, and Doctoral level for 19+ years. My track record is seeing great changes quickly for most. You and I will create a plan that works best for you, your desired outcomes, your budget, and family.
Welcome! My name is Dr Corey Gilbert. I have been working with marriages and families for over 23 years. My primary focus is on trauma, gender and sexual identity, infidelity, marriage restoration, & marital sexual stuck points - all from a biblical traditionally Christian worldivew. So if you are looking for that kind of leadership and direction, I am that person. I have been a University professor at the Undergrad, Gradaute, and Doctoral level for 19+ years. My track record is seeing great changes quickly for most. You and I will create a plan that works best for you, your desired outcomes, your budget, and family.
(503) 563-2668 View (503) 563-2668
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Ryan Connor
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97304
Maybe, you're looking for help with your marriage, or help with a personal life issue, or you want to work through the pain of past hurts or the grief of a significant loss? Counseling provides the opportunity for healthy change, personal growth and healing. I work from an integrated Adlerian and cognitive-behavioral perspective. I focus on helping my clients change thoughts and actions, so they may better understand their problems and find healing from life's hurts, restore health to relationships, and develop helpful solutions to life's challenges.
Maybe, you're looking for help with your marriage, or help with a personal life issue, or you want to work through the pain of past hurts or the grief of a significant loss? Counseling provides the opportunity for healthy change, personal growth and healing. I work from an integrated Adlerian and cognitive-behavioral perspective. I focus on helping my clients change thoughts and actions, so they may better understand their problems and find healing from life's hurts, restore health to relationships, and develop helpful solutions to life's challenges.
(503) 396-4239 View (503) 396-4239
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Unique L. Page
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
I also offer Clinical Supervision for therapy professionals pursuing licensure as LPC (Licensed Professional Counselors) or LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists) in Oregon.
We often hope that negative and unhelpful feelings and behaviors will go away on their own, and while some do, others seem to linger and make life more difficult. As a counselor who embraces Emotion-Focused and Attachment Therapy, there is an opportunity to change unhelpful feelings into ones that empower and motivate you toward success and healing. With a passion for working with all people looking for help and healing, I strive to provide an atmosphere where everyone will feel welcomed, heard, and encouraged in each session. I offer holistic and personalized counseling to fit your unique needs and those of your loved ones.
I also offer Clinical Supervision for therapy professionals pursuing licensure as LPC (Licensed Professional Counselors) or LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists) in Oregon.
We often hope that negative and unhelpful feelings and behaviors will go away on their own, and while some do, others seem to linger and make life more difficult. As a counselor who embraces Emotion-Focused and Attachment Therapy, there is an opportunity to change unhelpful feelings into ones that empower and motivate you toward success and healing. With a passion for working with all people looking for help and healing, I strive to provide an atmosphere where everyone will feel welcomed, heard, and encouraged in each session. I offer holistic and personalized counseling to fit your unique needs and those of your loved ones.
(503) 843-8861 View (503) 843-8861
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Brad Dehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, QMHP, LMHP, CCSOT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
I have worked with varied populations throughout Louisiana and Oregon; most often with male & female adults, couples, adolescents, and children ages 7-11. I have addressed multiple varied needs including sexual dysfunction, gang activity, drug use, domestic violence, PTSD, personality, mood disorders as well as relationship issues. **Education: I have a bachelor's degree (4 years) in Psychology (Oregon State University, Corvallis). I also have (one year) education (Holy Cross College, New Orleans, Louisiana) in Marriage and Family Therapy. I acquired a master's degree in Social Work (3 year master's program) from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.
I have worked with varied populations throughout Louisiana and Oregon; most often with male & female adults, couples, adolescents, and children ages 7-11. I have addressed multiple varied needs including sexual dysfunction, gang activity, drug use, domestic violence, PTSD, personality, mood disorders as well as relationship issues. **Education: I have a bachelor's degree (4 years) in Psychology (Oregon State University, Corvallis). I also have (one year) education (Holy Cross College, New Orleans, Louisiana) in Marriage and Family Therapy. I acquired a master's degree in Social Work (3 year master's program) from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.
(541) 846-4075 View (541) 846-4075
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Guillaume Counseling Services, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Are you in need of premarital or marital counseling? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Are you currently pregnant, just gave birth, or just lost a child and in need of some support to deal with the various emotions you are experiencing? Are you a parent of a child with mental illness and need some support or therapy for yourself? Do you have a long history of mental health struggles and would like to break the cycle? If so, we can help! We work with moms, dads, wives, husbands and partners. We are culturally and spiritually minded in our work. We integrate your faith and culture in our work together.
Are you in need of premarital or marital counseling? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Are you currently pregnant, just gave birth, or just lost a child and in need of some support to deal with the various emotions you are experiencing? Are you a parent of a child with mental illness and need some support or therapy for yourself? Do you have a long history of mental health struggles and would like to break the cycle? If so, we can help! We work with moms, dads, wives, husbands and partners. We are culturally and spiritually minded in our work. We integrate your faith and culture in our work together.
(971) 233-4016 View (971) 233-4016
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Scott K Elmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CCSOT
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
Waitlist for new clients
Greetings neighbors. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe you are the expert of your life, and it’s my job to help you identify and overcome obstacles in life that are keeping you from experiencing true happiness and joy. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are facing difficult challenges in their lives, by being supportive, affirming, and helping identify unwanted and disruptive behaviors and thinking patterns.
Greetings neighbors. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe you are the expert of your life, and it’s my job to help you identify and overcome obstacles in life that are keeping you from experiencing true happiness and joy. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are facing difficult challenges in their lives, by being supportive, affirming, and helping identify unwanted and disruptive behaviors and thinking patterns.
(971) 283-7300 View (971) 283-7300
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Kristin L Rieck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
Hi. I am here to offer you a chance to be seen and heard for who you really are, as well as who you want to be. Change is possible, and I look forward to working closely with you as you create the life you want. My practice is solution focused, with an emphasis on Attachment Patterns Couples Therapy. I use Contextual Therapy, which means helping relationships become more fair. I offer you a chance to talk about difficult topics in confidential sessions.
Hi. I am here to offer you a chance to be seen and heard for who you really are, as well as who you want to be. Change is possible, and I look forward to working closely with you as you create the life you want. My practice is solution focused, with an emphasis on Attachment Patterns Couples Therapy. I use Contextual Therapy, which means helping relationships become more fair. I offer you a chance to talk about difficult topics in confidential sessions.
(503) 505-9161 View (503) 505-9161
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Kari Hempel
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
I have expertise in helping adults address trauma, relationship difficulties, neurodiversity, problematic sexual interests, and spiritual exploration. I am a therapist who focuses on doing deep work with clients. I am interested in helping people make lasting changes that bring true empowerment and life transformation. Whether you are ready to hit the ground running in your own change process, or are not yet convinced therapy can actually help you, I am ready to meet you where you are at and explore what might be possible.
I have expertise in helping adults address trauma, relationship difficulties, neurodiversity, problematic sexual interests, and spiritual exploration. I am a therapist who focuses on doing deep work with clients. I am interested in helping people make lasting changes that bring true empowerment and life transformation. Whether you are ready to hit the ground running in your own change process, or are not yet convinced therapy can actually help you, I am ready to meet you where you are at and explore what might be possible.
(971) 273-1845 View (971) 273-1845
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Andrew G Kenagy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97302
My practice focuses on people who want to enjoy greater peace and more satisfying relationships. I’m pleased to serve children, adolescents, and adults. The emphasis of my work includes treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, psycho-spiritual issues, ADHD, and child/adolescent behavior problems.
My practice focuses on people who want to enjoy greater peace and more satisfying relationships. I’m pleased to serve children, adolescents, and adults. The emphasis of my work includes treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, psycho-spiritual issues, ADHD, and child/adolescent behavior problems.
(971) 260-3447 View (971) 260-3447
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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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Heather Sly-Haley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97302
When working with clients, I see people as unique individuals who are trying to find their own meaning for their lives and a purpose in life. Through therapy we can learn so much about ourselves and our goals which we might not even be aware of up to this point. Part of my belief in therapy is centered in the idea that each person is capable of reaching their desired self or achieving self actualization. I believe individuals and relationships are trying to find their best possible versions of self. In my practice I emphasize promoting communication and emotional awareness.
When working with clients, I see people as unique individuals who are trying to find their own meaning for their lives and a purpose in life. Through therapy we can learn so much about ourselves and our goals which we might not even be aware of up to this point. Part of my belief in therapy is centered in the idea that each person is capable of reaching their desired self or achieving self actualization. I believe individuals and relationships are trying to find their best possible versions of self. In my practice I emphasize promoting communication and emotional awareness.
(971) 232-5735 View (971) 232-5735
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Ryan R Hill
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, PCA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
Life has its challenges. Whether you're struggling with a specific problem, a personal issue, or challenges in your couple or family relationships, working with a caring and competent counselor may provide insight and new perspectives that lead to greater contentment, confidence and well-being. Sharing personal concerns may be difficult and challenging. You may find the confidential and professional help you need by working with a trusted counselor.
Life has its challenges. Whether you're struggling with a specific problem, a personal issue, or challenges in your couple or family relationships, working with a caring and competent counselor may provide insight and new perspectives that lead to greater contentment, confidence and well-being. Sharing personal concerns may be difficult and challenging. You may find the confidential and professional help you need by working with a trusted counselor.
(503) 546-6685 View (503) 546-6685
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Christine Boyington
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
It is hard to share your life story with just anyone, but be rest assured that you will be treated with the utmost respect in my care. Having a trusting relationship with your counselor is one of the most important aspects of counseling effectiveness and something you can count on when working with me! My focus is strength based individual, couple, and family counseling. I see healthy relationships with self and others as the foundation to well being.
It is hard to share your life story with just anyone, but be rest assured that you will be treated with the utmost respect in my care. Having a trusting relationship with your counselor is one of the most important aspects of counseling effectiveness and something you can count on when working with me! My focus is strength based individual, couple, and family counseling. I see healthy relationships with self and others as the foundation to well being.
(971) 248-0997 x3 View (971) 248-0997 x3
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Dr. Tom Murray. Your Sex And Relationship Therapist.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301  (Online Only)
Should I stay or should I go? A huge question that's weighed on you. It keeps you up at night, stressing you out. Life would be so much easier if your relationship wasn't so hard. You wish you could communicate better; feel understood. But, damn, your shit and their shit get in the way. Not to mention the pressures of career, aging parents, or demanding children. It all gets thrown in the mix, leaving you exhausted, distracted, and disenchanted by the status quo. You want things to change (better sex, intimacy, connection); you're finally ready to take charge of your life in a new and meaningful way. You've come to the right place!
Should I stay or should I go? A huge question that's weighed on you. It keeps you up at night, stressing you out. Life would be so much easier if your relationship wasn't so hard. You wish you could communicate better; feel understood. But, damn, your shit and their shit get in the way. Not to mention the pressures of career, aging parents, or demanding children. It all gets thrown in the mix, leaving you exhausted, distracted, and disenchanted by the status quo. You want things to change (better sex, intimacy, connection); you're finally ready to take charge of your life in a new and meaningful way. You've come to the right place!
(971) 273-5215 View (971) 273-5215
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Journeys A Center for Your Soul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97304
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. -Anais Nin. Life is a process of becoming, as Anais Nin so eloquently states. At Journeys, we believe that all people are whole and complete, but may have barriers or blocks hindering their full expression of their true selves. We hold a sacred space where you can continue your path of "becoming".
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. -Anais Nin. Life is a process of becoming, as Anais Nin so eloquently states. At Journeys, we believe that all people are whole and complete, but may have barriers or blocks hindering their full expression of their true selves. We hold a sacred space where you can continue your path of "becoming".
(503) 991-5091 View (503) 991-5091
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Reagan Miller
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
This is your place to feel seen, heard, and understood. I value giving people a safe space to share and feel seen. Sometimes we put on a mask to look positive, but underneath we're feeling overwhelmed, worn down, hurt, and discouraged. It can be an isolating experience, coupled with anxiety, sadness, and uncertainty. Although it can be intimidating to begin, therapy is a great place to let your guard down and share what's really going on inside. I'll help you find your way forward, and we'll do it together. I don't want you to go through this alone.
This is your place to feel seen, heard, and understood. I value giving people a safe space to share and feel seen. Sometimes we put on a mask to look positive, but underneath we're feeling overwhelmed, worn down, hurt, and discouraged. It can be an isolating experience, coupled with anxiety, sadness, and uncertainty. Although it can be intimidating to begin, therapy is a great place to let your guard down and share what's really going on inside. I'll help you find your way forward, and we'll do it together. I don't want you to go through this alone.
(503) 406-3205 View (503) 406-3205
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.