Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Salem, OR

I want you to know that I will listen, ask questions, and take the time to understand the full picture before making recommendations. I am collaborative, practical, and straightforward, and I want you to feel comfortable telling me when something is working and when it is not. I believe you should understand the why behind your treatment, not just be handed a prescription. My goal is for you to feel informed, supported, and actively involved in your care while we work toward changes that feel realistic and sustainable for your life.

Welcome! Being human can be quite challenging at times. Seeking help takes courage, so congratulations on taking that step! As a licensed clinical social worker I find it a privilege to serve clients and to be trusted in deeply moving and meaningful conversations and provide compassionate support as well as challenge when called for. I believe in providing people with skills that they can utilize across their lifetime. .

I obtained my license in 2006 but had been providing qualified mental health support through non-profit agencies since 1992. I particularly enjoy working with people on relational issues, dynamics, and communications - skills all of us need and few of us were supported in obtaining.,

Welcome! I'm Ami.

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in private practice and I'm glad you found your way here. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, so take a moment to read about me and how I work. If anything resonates, I'd love to connect for a free consultation to explore whether I might be a good fit for what you're looking for.

What I offer:

I provide individual therapy for people who want to move through life's with greater ease, clarity, and fulfillment. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for your unique experiences and identities.

I identify as Queer and Asian-American, and many of my clients share these identities. If you're queer, trans, gender expansive, neurodivergent, or in some way navigating a life between cultures, I'd love to offer you a space to explore your experience and how you want to show up in the world.

I do not candy coat, fluff or any of that; I'm a direct and assertive communicator. I am passionate and professional.

Therapy works best when you don't have to leave part of yourself at the door. With more than 25 years working with individuals, couples, and families, I help people navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and some of the passages that are hardest to put into words: infertility, pregnancy loss, maternal mental health, and the particular weight that women carry through seasons of life that rarely get enough support. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors, and my practice is open to people of all faith backgrounds as well as those without religious beliefs. Whatever you believe, you are welcome here.

With over 12 years of experience, Sonia Edouard, PMHNP, is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in holistic care for adults and children facing mental health challenges. She employs a compassionate, evidence-based approach, honoring cultural diversity and individual uniqueness to foster healing and personal growth.

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.

I enjoy practicing psychotherapy that is holistic and life-transforming. As an LMFT with depth specialization, I listen to your emotional heart and soul to heal the mind. The issues that you experience as an individual, couple or in relationship with family deserve attention with that kind of dedication.