Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Salem, OR

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.

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. She utilizes cognitive therapies and has a well-developed view about how individuals come to realize their full potential. Alexa believes the therapeutic relationship is most effective when individuals feel heard and are valued. She has great compassion for those searching for meaning in their lives and for the accompanying journey required for self-actualization.

"I'm a burn survivor that was able to achieve goals in spite of the challenges presented and know how hard it is to not let a disability, negative beliefs, self-doubt, and shame define us," says Alexa. "I work with clients to build on their strengths, overcome barriers to having a meaningful life, and develop coping skills to meet life’s challenges. I look forward to working with you and want to acknowledge the trust and the courage it takes to engage in therapy."

"As a woman of color who worked in schools, I understand the difficulties many youth face in today's world."

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 completed her Master's degree inCommunity Mental Health Counseling at Oregon State University. Her professional and personal experiences enable her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Cristina utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing, solutions-focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness therapy.

Everyone faces obstacles and challenges in life. Cristina is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are open and ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with Cristina today.

"As a mental health nurse practitioner, I’m deeply committed to supporting individuals through their mental health journey. I would love to connect with you to help you achieve the well-being and resilience you deserve."

Onome Edokun is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience and a commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals struggling with mental health challenges including depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and perinatal issues. She is passionate about providing holistic care and fostering a supportive environment. With a solid foundation in nursing and specialized training in psychiatric and mental health care, Onome brings a wealth of knowledge and the skills to assess, diagnose, and develop personalized treatment plans that address the needs of each patient.

Onome has a Master’s in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso. She believes in the power of a collaborative approach and works closely with patients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive strategies for recovery. In addition to medication management, Onome draws from cognitive behavioral therapy.

Onome is dedicated to creating an alliance built on trust, empathy, and understanding, creating a safe space where individuals can express themselves without judgment. She seeks to contribute to the destigmatization of mental health issues and facilitate the empowerment of individuals on their journey toward healing and resilience.

"I am always honored to be invited to journey alongside each client as they tackle their unique life challenges, assisting them as they tap into their unknown strengths and emerge with a renewed sense of accomplishment and belonging."

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 uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed strategies, as well as a variety of other evidence-based interventions and strategies, in ways that best meet the needs of the individual.

Whether you are experiencing a new stressor or trying to overcome long-standing issues, Mark is ready to work with you to find the right approach to help you become a better version of yourself. If you are ready to begin this journey, schedule an appointment with him today!