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 1,057 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.
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Hi there, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, and I’m NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS (For limited slots)
Here’s what you need to know:
- Who I Help: Young-feeling adults navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, Autism, and more. If you’re ready for real change, you’ve come to the right place.
- Why Work With Me:
- Expertise & Compassion: Doctoral Prepared, Board-certified PMHNP-BC with degrees in Nursing, Business, and Psychology.
- Holistic Approach: Blending evidence-based medication management with therapeutic strategies tailored just for you.
- Flexible Scheduling: I value your time, book when it works for you via Google Calendar or drop me an email.
- Your Next Step:
- Email me at ➡️[email protected]
- Reserve your spot instantly: Schedule on Google Calendar
Limited slots available: secure your appointment now and start your journey to lasting wellness!
- https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9
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Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with extensive utilization review, case management, hospice, and health informatics. Skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, prescribing and managing medications, and delivering evidence-based therapies.
As your Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I want you to know that I am here for you every step of the way. You can trust that I am fully committed to your well-being and dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of care.
Something positive, warm, and uplifting about me as your PMHNP is that I genuinely believe in your strength and resilience. I see your potential for growth and healing, even during the toughest of times. Together, we'll navigate through the challenges.
Laura is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over a decade of experience in mental health care. She earned her Master’s degree with honors from Rowan University, and her clinical background includes inpatient work at a Neuroscience Behavioral Health facility as well as at the well-respected Dunn Behavioral Health Center. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of working with individuals across the lifespan—children, adolescents, adults, and seniors—addressing a wide range of mental health concerns. Her approach centers on providing compassionate, holistic, and collaborative care. She believes that mental health is a vital part of overall well-being and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. She works closely with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. With extensive experience treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and more, she is passionate about helping clients find hope, resilience, and renewed vitality. Laura is committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward mental wellness, believing everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and balanced life. Whether clients seek relief from specific challenges or aim to improve their overall mental health, she partners with them every step of the way to achieve their goals.
I’m a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with clients across the lifespan. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Arizona and have experience caring for individuals in outpatient, intensive outpatient, and higher-acuity mental health settings. My background includes treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, OCD, mood disorders, and substance use. I take a thoughtful, practical, and individualized approach to care, with the goal of helping clients feel understood, safe, supported, and comfortable being honest when feeling emotionally vulnerable.
I have 26 years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, families in therapy. We will work together to develop plans that are unique and right for you.
About our therapists serving Salem, OR
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 81%Trauma
- 77%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 93%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
- 87%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 56%Providence Health Plan
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Hindi
- 95%Online only
- 5%In-person or online
- 75%Woman
- 23%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 16%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
- 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 20%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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