Find a therapist in Salem, OR — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Salem, OR accepting new patients
Salem residents can find the right therapist or provider match with Headway's 1,103 licensed professionals available for immediate or next-week appointments. Serving areas like Keizer, West Salem, and throughout the region, sessions are flexible and covered by insurance with many patients paying as little as $0 per session.
I received my M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2013, and was licensed in the state of Oregon in 2017.
I focus on Relationship issues including marital and premarital counseling; life transitions; and stress.
I offer clients a safe, accepting space to talk openly about relationships, and hopes & dreams for a brighter tomorrow. I am particularly passionate about supporting those who feel like they don't "fit in".
I'm Lina, and I'm passionate about empowering individuals on their journey to healing and growth. With a diverse background in hospital social work, outpatient mental health services, and inpatient psychiatric care, I have gained invaluable experience and insights that enable me to support a wide range of clients facing emotional and mental health challenges.
With more than 20 years of experience, I have helped adults, children, and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Social Work and believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I see therapy as a partnership, where you set the direction and I provide support, guidance, and encouragement along the way.
Mental health counseling is a form of help that can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of many individuals. Some mental health professionals, including me, intentionally incorporate spiritual or religious elements into their therapeutic practices. I do so because I primarily serve a Christian community, because my clients also adhere to religious principles in their own lives, and I subscribe to the belief that people experiencing distress can especially benefit from the help of God and spiritual empowerment.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Social Work from Portland State University. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use, and I bring experience from interdisciplinary behavioral health settings where care often intersects with complex life circumstances.
My approach is collaborative, direct, and rooted in the understanding that healing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Mental health is deeply shaped by culture, community, history, and systems of power. Part of my work is intentionally engaging in a decolonizing approach to therapy—honoring lived experience, questioning one-size-fits-all models of care, and creating space for clients to define healing on their own terms.
I integrate frameworks such as American Society of Addiction Medicine and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as supportive tools—not rigid rules—while drawing from motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and relational work that centers respect, autonomy, and real connection.
I offer a focused practice in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), with careful attention to preparation, safety, and integration. This work is not just about the experience itself, but about making meaning of it in ways that align with your values, identity, and community.
About our therapists serving Salem, OR
- 99%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 83%Trauma
- 78%PTSD
- 97%Aetna
- 94%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
- 88%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 52%Providence Health Plan
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 96%Online only
- 4%In-person or online
- 76%Woman
- 23%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 18%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
- 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 19%Couples therapy
- 10%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Salem, OR
Searching for therapists in Salem starts with knowing what kind of support you want from therapy. People look for a Salem therapist for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience that match your needs. A therapist’s bio can help you understand whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other methods that fit what you are looking for.
Salem is a smaller city, so your local options may vary by schedule, specialty, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your search beyond nearby offices while keeping care with a therapist licensed in Oregon. As you narrow your options, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before you book can also help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in sessions.
Therapy in Salem can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you start. Headway helps you search for Salem, Oregon therapists who match your preferences and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with a wide range of insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to confirm coverage for your specific therapist and location. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare therapist bios, and book directly when you are ready.
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