Therapists in Salem, OR

*Not currently able to take new clients.* I offer a non-judging space to explore your concerns in depth. Maybe you have been keeping your painful experiences and worries to yourself for many years and you want an opportunity to explore them both freely and privately. Or, maybe you need someone other than a friend or a family member to help you examine your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to gain better perspective.

I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME, BUT I WILL POST HERE AS NEW OPENINGS OCCUR. THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ME. Are you looking for compassionate counseling? Therapy that's client-centered, honest, and effective? Visit me! I offer personalized care (instead of one-size-fits-all treatments) for adults with a full range of mental health concerns, especially people suffering from anxiety disorders, adult ADHD and trauma. Please feel free to call me before scheduling your first appointment as a no-stress way to get acquainted.

I am passionate about helping individuals understand and embrace all parts of themselves. Sometimes you can feel like you're stuck in a rut or have hit a wall and just need a little support to hep you. I'm here to help you out of that rut or over that wall, by learning new coping skills, managing anxiety or depression, working through life transitions, handling stress, building self-esteem and more. I welcome all clients to bring their full self into the room, where they can be seen and heard.

I believe that every person has the ability to heal and lead satisfying and fulfilling lives. Everyone does the best with what they have and that life presents significant challenges and all of our behaviors makes sense in context. Problems do not exist within one person but are the result of a person’s context, family or relational systems, circular patterns, external systems, and learned behaviors that once had a functional purpose but no longer do. I consider health to be the culmination of mental, physical, spiritual, and relational states, and I will work from this inclusive and holistic perspective.

We are a practice group of licensed psychologists, social workers and professional counselors 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.

“Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.” I see my life as a mission to help others see themselves in their original beauty, to learn the truth about who they are so they can be set free, to assist them in opening to their own unique destiny, and to work through beliefs and behaviors that keep them trapped in old ways of being. This is work I have had to do on myself, and still continue to do. I believe in using a holistic approach, which addresses every level of our being - the body, emotions, mind, and spirit.

Do you feel stuck? I can help guide you and support you in realizing a brighter and more full-filling life. Are you or a loved one struggling? Transitioning from childhood to adulthood is complicated; my personal background coupled with my professional experience has prepared me to work with pre-adolescent children, teens and parents.

I am committed to providing respect, compassion, understanding, honest feedback, structure and openness to each of my clients in order to provide the optimum conditions for you to achieve your desired outcomes. I believe that life is a journey which is unique for each person. Psychotherapy can be an important tool in helping an individual or family discover their natural ability to heal, to love and to grow.

You already possess the ability to reach your full potential. My job as your therapist is to listen, walk alongside you, and help you move toward this potential. People seek therapy because they desire happiness. Let's begin by discovering what happiness looks like for you. Do you feel unheard, dismissed and over-ridden by a parent or partner even though you are an adult? Do you feel as though attempting to set new boundaries for yourself is next to impossible because important others will simply disregard them? Therapy can help you learn to fully validate within yourself what it is you feel and believe, and what it is you consider to be important. Peace, authenticity, and balance are springboards to happiness. My goal is to offer you individualized help in overcoming the obstacles that are blocking that happiness. Taking a step, reaching out for some help, will lead you to the change and growth you are hoping for. And whether you are seeking thriving relationships or simply greater contentment, I will help you tap into your own innate strengths to bring about a fuller, happier life.

I provide therapy services to individual adults, children, and families. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, shame, grief, low self-esteem, or experiencing challenges or changes in your life? We are not meant to deal with the difficulties of life alone. Therapy provides a place to feel heard and understood. It can offer a fresh perspective and help you find solutions.

CONDUCTING SESSION THRU VIDEO/PHONE. I am a WPATH Member and offer Behavioral Health Assessments and letter writing for the purpose of Gender Affirming treatment and surgeries. I offer sessions on WEEKENDS at no extra charge. I also offer a group for NB/Transgender Adults and LGBTQ+ teens (12-17). I follow a holistic approach to therapy. In other words, exploring various aspects that may impact an individual’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

Parenting....the hardest. job. ever. Societal pressures, extended family who tell you how to conduct yours, custody issues, career changes, moving, learning disabilities, behavioral issues, how to discipline effectively, spiritual decisions, values you hold in opposition with others, decisions you must make and the constant reality that things keep changing (yes I see the paradox), it's no wonder you have no reserves and are looking for support. I've worked with children, adolescents and families for 30 years and love what I do who I work with. You are not alone. Whatever your current battle, find respite and support here.

Please note: *I am unable to accept new clients at this time". I help people get in touch with the core of who they are, what they are longing for, and how to savor life more fully. I specialize in helping people recover from eating disorders, anxiety, and relationship issues. Whatever your struggle, I will meet you where you are with genuine warmth, curiosity, and a belief that deep and lasting transformation is possible.

You've got problems, and you don't have time. Consequently, you want a therapist who's uber-practical and a straight-shooter. No more nodding-head therapists who have "how do you feel about that" on repeat. You want someone who's straight to the point so that you can get on with your life. Sure, credentials matter, but what really matters to you is someone who provides quality and value at the start. More, when it comes to hiring a consultant to improve your relationship and sex life, you want someone exceptionally skilled at both and with a proven track record. Let me help you get you back on track. (Poly & LGBTQAI+)

Are you ready to find the keys which will unlock the doors to your better life? Whether you are depressed, anxious or trying to make sense of difficult and traumatic past events, we will work together to find solutions in a safe, welcoming environment.

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.

I aspire to work with individuals in finding their most authentic self through self-exploration and identity work. I meet my clients where they are in the moment by providing empathy and understanding while also encouraging them to be the truest form of themselves with the inevitable highs and lows that life throws at us. I utilize various different therapeutic approaches to meet the goal of self-growth/evolution including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), existential therapy, and humanistic therapy.

** Accepting New Clients in Person and Telehealth**Life is full of challenges and unexpected events in today’s world. I invite you to take a journey with me to recognize and define the issues that have been impacting your life. I hold deep empathy for all my clients as they are undergoing life transitions with the intention of self-growth and awareness. I also hold space for couples to find new healing patterns and conflict resolution and relationship maintenance and growth. I value holding a judgment-free and accepting and safe space. Where you are in charge of the direction of your session and where your healing begins.

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.