Our therapists provide depression counseling in Salem, OR

Alphia Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in social services and 2 years in mental health. She has spent her career striving and advocating to meet the needs of children and families. Alphia specializes in treating concerns including behavioral issues, life transitions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, trauma, and abuse. Alphia seeks to help others see their potential and view challenges as growth opportunities. She works with clients of all ages and has experience as a crisis prevention intervention trainer and circle of security parenting program facilitator.

Alphia received her Master's in Social Work from the Dominican University of River Forest, Illinois. She individualizes treatment and uses a variety of models such as solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and mindfulness.

Alphia will join you on your journey to discover the barriers that have blocked your path and assist you in clearing the path for a new way of thinking and feeling. She understands that you may be unsure of what's next. Alphia will work with you to discover the path to fulfillment.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience providing mental health care to individuals and families. I support children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, parenting concerns, and interpersonal challenges. My work is grounded in collaboration and focuses on helping clients build insight, confidence, and practical skills to improve daily functioning and emotional well-being.

I hold a master’s degree in social work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. My background includes in-home family therapy, individual outpatient care, and hospital-based work. I use evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to tailor treatment to each client’s goals.

I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring challenges and working toward meaningful change. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, adjusting to a new role, or seeking greater balance, I am here to support you. I invite you to schedule a session when you are ready.

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.

Traci Phipps is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Texas with 19 years of experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and seniors who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, depression, family conflict, difficult life transitions, dysfunctional relationships, sexual abuse, and much more.

Traci earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Tulane University and her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern State University. Traci seeks to align with every client using a person-centered approach to identify the changes the client wishes to make in their own lives and the barriers or obstacles preventing those changes. Traci helps clients by crafting small, attainable steps that can be taken to move towards those desired changes.

She believes in meeting each client where they are in terms of skills and interpersonal relationship style while remaining person-centered, strengths-based, and continually focused on progress. Traci wants to establish an open, honest and supportive relationship with you while helping you maintain direct communication and encouraging assertiveness in your relationships with others.

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."