Our therapists offer PTSD & trauma therapy in Medford, OR

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 9 years of experience supporting clients through a wide range of mental health concerns. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, behavioral challenges, and women’s mental health. My approach combines compassion, evidence-based care, and a focus on helping clients build clarity, confidence, and resilience in their daily lives.

I earned my doctorate in nursing from Walden University and have extensive experience providing individualized care across diverse clinical settings. I integrate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support meaningful change.

I believe healing starts with awareness and grows through intentional, supported change. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns with honesty and compassion. My goal is to help you move from surviving to thriving—restoring calm, clarity, and confidence as you navigate life’s challenges.

Dr. Geraldine Hickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 16 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors. She specializes in treating PTSD, mood disorders, stress, women's issues, substance use, panic disorder, anger, behavior issues, trauma, and more.

Dr. Hickerson obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Spalding University in her Doctorate of Social Work from Capella University. She has a strong interest in helping people reach their mental health and life goals and in sessions, utilizes cognitive reprocessing therapy (CPT), faith-based therapy (FBT), family systems therapy (FST), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and much more.

Life can be challenging and we all experience ups and downs. Dr. Hickerson is confident that she would be able to support you through the many challenges life can bring. With compassionate and a caring approach, she can help you regain your strength and confidence to overcome life’s hurdles. If you are ready and willing to do the work schedule an appointment with her today.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult seasons. I spent 18 years as a firefighter and EMT helping people with their physical wounds, and now my focus is on helping them heal their emotional ones. I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where clients can explore their stories, uncover resilience, and begin the process of emotional restoration.

I earned my master’s in counseling from Lewis and Clark College, where I developed a deep appreciation for the connection between the mind and body. My approach integrates trauma-informed, person-centered, and collaborative care techniques designed to support each individual’s unique path to healing.

I believe that healing begins with understanding, and I look forward to hearing your story and learning about the life you want to create. Together, we can identify the ways your nervous system has been impacted by past experiences and work toward emotional balance, resilience, and lasting growth.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 18 years of experience supporting individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. I have worked in hospital settings, community mental health, and crisis environments, providing care to individuals experiencing acute mental health and substance use challenges. My work is grounded in creating a supportive, respectful space where clients feel safe to share openly and honestly.

I have a master’s degree in community counseling from Fort Hays State University. My approach is strengths-based and individualized, allowing me to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all model. I focus on identifying personal strengths and building skills that support long-term recovery and emotional well-being.

I am committed to helping you feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward meaningful change. Together, we will identify your goals and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with confidence. I look forward to supporting you as you begin or continue your journey toward healing and a more fulfilling future.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 8 years of experience supporting individuals who feel weighed down by worry, sadness, or the pressure to keep everything together while quietly carrying too much. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, identity concerns, or major life transitions. I create a space where you can show up as your full self without hiding, shrinking, or making yourself smaller for others. My goal is to help you find clarity, grounding, and the freedom to breathe again.

I earned my master’s in social work from Walden University. I use evidence-based approaches and a strengths-focused perspective to help you slow down, understand what is happening inside, and reconnect with your inner voice. My style is warm, culturally aware, and rooted in authenticity, compassion, and honest communication.

If you’re ready to rediscover yourself and move toward the life you truly want, I’m here to walk that path with you. You don’t have to carry everything alone or keep shrinking yourself to make things easier for others. Healing begins with being seen, heard, and accepted as you are. Together, we’ll take steps toward balance, confidence, and lasting change.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 9 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and couples through life’s most challenging moments. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and mindfulness-based healing. My approach is person-centered, allowing you to guide the pace while I offer evidence-informed interventions that help you explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals in a safe, supportive space.

I earned my master’s in professional counseling from Liberty University. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based work to support emotional growth and resilience. I am also trained in EMDR to help clients process trauma and move toward lasting healing.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you do not have to walk this journey alone. Together, we will explore the parts of your story that need attention, compassion, and clarity. I will meet you with warmth and encouragement as you take meaningful steps toward becoming the healthiest version of yourself.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 4 years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, burnout, trauma, grief, identity exploration, and major life transitions. I am fluent in American Sign Language and have a background in trauma-informed care, accessibility advocacy, and animal-assisted therapy. I help clients reconnect with their strengths and build self-compassion when they feel overwhelmed or disconnected, focusing on insight, emotional balance, and sustainable growth.

I hold a master’s in social work from Gallaudet University. My work is grounded in mindfulness, cognitive behavioral methods, and strengths-based approaches to help clients understand patterns, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful change. I often blend nature-based elements and human-animal connection into my therapeutic work.

I know reaching out can feel intimidating, but you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you are seeking healing, balance, or a renewed sense of purpose, I’m here to walk beside you at your own pace. Together, we can create a space where you feel understood, empowered, and equipped to move forward with confidence and compassion.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging transitions. Over the years, I’ve supported teenagers and adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-harm, domestic abuse, divorce, and LGBTQ+ issues. I strive to create a compassionate and safe environment where clients feel empowered to express their emotions, discover their inner resilience, and make meaningful changes toward emotional wellness.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Palo Alto University and hold certifications as a Clinical Trauma Professional and member of the American Counseling Association. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed practices, and empathy-driven support tailored to each client’s unique needs.

I believe that small changes can lead to powerful transformation. My goal is to help clients replace self-defeating behaviors with self-compassion, find strength in vulnerability, and develop tools for lasting growth. I also enjoy using humor to bring lightness to the healing process and encourage balance through life’s challenges.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 19 years of experience providing individual and group therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. My work centers on a strengths-based approach that highlights each person’s abilities, relationships, and potential for growth. I specialize in helping clients navigate life’s challenges, heal from past experiences, and build meaningful connections that support lasting change.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan. My approach integrates trauma-informed care with cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and Gestalt therapy. I focus on the whole experience of health, promoting resilience and sustainable change within a safe, supportive environment.

Beginning therapy is a courageous step toward transformation. I strive to create a collaborative, respectful space where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and make positive changes. Together, we work to cultivate self-awareness, overcome barriers, and move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 8 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents through challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and stress. My work focuses on helping clients build emotional balance, strengthen coping skills, and deepen self-understanding. I aim to create a calm, collaborative space where you feel supported, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting change.

I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Simmons University and use evidence-based, integrative approaches tailored to each client’s needs. I draw from supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness-based techniques, and medication management when appropriate.

I know reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and you do not have to navigate this alone. You deserve care that honors your story, your strengths, and the pace that feels right for you. If you are ready to take the next step toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth, I would be honored to walk alongside you.

Dominica Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 5 years of experience working with all different populations, including adults, children/adolescents, and geriatric, while providing individual, family, couples, and group counseling. Dominica has also worked with clients who suffer from drug/alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, family/relationship issues, anger problems, communication problems, and severe mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), etc. She has helped many people who have experienced physical trauma, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse.

Dominica completed her Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. She is easygoing, open, accepting, and flexible. Her counseling style is warm, collaborative, and welcoming. Dominica’s approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and rational-emotive counseling. She will tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs/goals. Seeking counseling can be a hard step for anyone to take. Dominica is here to support and empower you in your time of need, and she looks forward to working with you!

Veronica Viveros is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with adolescents and adults in reaching their full potential. She offers a non-judgmental, safe place where she joins you in your journey and collaborates together to meet your needs. Veronica is passionate about empowering you to be your agent of change. She is a bilingual therapist that speaks Spanish fluently and specializes in anxiety, depression, AD/HD, anger management, adjustment issues, stress management and life transitions.

Veronica completed her Master's degree in Counseling at Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi. She has experience in working in psychiatric hospitals, counseling agencies and at the university level. This has given her the experience in working with an array of situations and being able to provide support and guidance to her clients. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).

Veronica is confident that she would be able to support you as you work together in building coping skills to help manage whatever you may be struggling with. This is a safe, non-judgmental space where she joins in with you in your process and collaborate together to meet your needs. Veronica is ready to provide support and encouragement, if you are ready to do the work.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. I work with clients who want to heal from the past, strengthen self-awareness, and create meaningful change in their lives. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping people reconnect with their resilience, purpose, and capacity for growth—one step at a time.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Portland State University. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and create lasting change in a safe, supportive environment that promotes healing and balance.

I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I honor that first step toward healing. My goal is to walk beside you with empathy and respect as you rediscover your strength and create meaningful change. When you’re ready, I’d be honored to support you on your journey toward greater peace and self-understanding.

Ryan Majoros is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He has experience helping clients from different backgrounds in a variety of settings including private practice, community health and residential treatment. Ryan provides individual and couple’s therapy using a solutions-focused approach to help clients grow and live a better life. His main goal is to empower others to face their challenges and achieve their goals. Ryan specializes in therapy for anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, life transitions and addictions. 

Ryan completed his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University. He believes effective therapy starts with creating a strong therapeutic alliance that encourages his clients to feel safe, free from judgement, and empowered to find solutions. 

Difficult life experiences offer us the greatest opportunities to grow. Ryan can help you navigate the challenges you are facing to live a better, more satisfying life. If you believe you are a good fit, schedule an appointment with him today.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience supporting individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and others. I specialize in helping those navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and self-worth concerns. My goal is to provide a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients can gain insight, build emotional resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for them.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. My work blends evidence-based practices with deep empathy, drawing from approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered counseling. I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel seen, valued, and empowered in their journey.

I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for help, especially when life feels overwhelming or uncertain. I offer a compassionate, client-centered space where you can explore your struggles without judgment and at your own pace. Healing is possible, and I am here to walk alongside you as you take steps toward growth and well-being.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 16 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and older adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, grief, loss, and major life transitions. I strive to create a warm, grounded, and straightforward therapeutic space where clients feel acknowledged, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful change.

I earned my master’s degree in social work from Tulane University, where I also completed certification in gerontology. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques that emphasize the importance of feeling seen and valued while taking practical steps toward growth. My work is guided by compassion, clarity, and respect for each person’s lived experience.

I recognize the strength it takes to reach out for help, especially when facing deeply personal challenges. You deserve support that honors your unique story, hopes, and needs. I am committed to offering a safe, encouraging space where you can explore your values, build confidence, and move toward the healing and personal growth you desire.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience. I work primarily with adults, supporting individuals navigating challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and empowerment, and I aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their goals and heal at their own pace.

I hold a Master of Social Work from Walden University. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strength-based interventions.

I strive to empower others to find their voice, reclaim their power, and know they are never alone. Clients can expect a compassionate and collaborative environment where their goals guide the process and their growth is always the priority. Schedule your first appointment today!

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 is a brief therapy expert, and supports her clients by utilizing mindfulness based, solutions focused, collaborative, strength based, and cognitive behavioral approaches, always working in partnership with her clients to best meet their unique needs and goals. Christine assists her clients in changing limiting beliefs into more empowering ones, releasing energy that no longer serves them, and cultivating mindfulness and self-awareness. Christine is here to support your self-development and healing journey so that you can feel empowered to create the life you desire and find more meaning and purpose in your life.

Ariel Burns is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. She specializes in treating adolescents (ages 12+), adults, and couples with a range of concerns including anxiety, mood and personality disorders, relationship issues, trauma, stress management, and self-harm. In addition, Ariel works with parents, minorities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community to address issues that are more likely to affect these populations specifically. She believes in tailoring therapy styles and resources to each client’s needs. Ariel also has previous experience in crisis intervention and substance use treatment.

Ariel received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University. She uses modalities including reality therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and Gottman methods.

Ariel partners with her clients to identify the causes of and brainstorm potential solutions to problems causing emotional distress. She is genuine, straightforward, and empathetic and is ready to start working toward your improved mental health! Reach out to Ariel today.