Child and Family therapy
We work with children birth-18 years old across the developmental spectrum and our work is grounded in child development research. We are trained to use play therapy, art techniques, yoga for kids, EMDR & TF CBT Therapy and other interventions to help children heal. We also incorporate trauma informed parent coaching and parenting skills in our work with families.
Services for children include therapy for ADHD, Neurodiversity, grief/loss, developmental trauma, depression/anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, school issues, self-esteem/body image issues, bullying, peer issues, adjusting from divorce, and much more!
In our work together, our Therapists believe in the importance of creating a safe place for kids and families to tell their story, be seen, heard, and supported in their healing journey. Pursuing therapy is a courageous step for families and children to take, and we will be there for you every step of the way, helping you navigate challenging life circumstances, as well as celebrating your victories, successes, and accomplishments along the way!
Services Offered:
Children and families, ages 0-18 yrs
Eating disorders, Body-Image issues
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Adjustment disorders
ADD/ADHD
Behavior challenges
School issues
Beneficial for:
Individual Counseling
Tailored one-on-one sessions to help children and teens express themselves, manage emotions, and build resilience.
Play Therapy
A child-friendly approach that uses play and creative activities to address emotional and behavioral issues in a non-threatening way.
Family Counseling
Supporting families in improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening bonds.
Meet Our Providers
Amanda Salazar, LMHCI
Amanda is a Clinical Mental Health Intern completing her Master’s degree in Rehabilitation. Amanda offers Low-Fee Mental Health Counseling options.
Counseling with a Mental Health track at Western Oregon University. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences and approaches her work from a holistic, integrative perspective honoring the deep connection between mind, body, and lived experience.
Amanda works with individuals, teens, couples, and families, with a special passion for supporting clients through the perinatal and postpartum seasons of life. She understands that these transitions can bring both profound joy and unexpected challenges, and she offers a steady, compassionate presence during times of change.
Her approach is person centered and humanistic at its core. Amanda believes that each individual already carries inherent strength and resilience, even when it feels out of reach. She integrates Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and elements of Gestalt Therapy to create sessions that are both structured and deeply relational.
Amanda views therapy as a collaborative journey. She strives to cultivate a safe, affirming space where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported as they grow. With warmth, empathy, and gentle guidance, she walks alongside her clients as they build insight, develop practical tools, and reconnect with their inner capacity for change.
Intern Therapy
At VWS we are proud to support our community by providing reduced fee services for clients seeking mental health. We offer a clinical training program for graduate-level intern therapists. As part of this program, we offer low-cost counseling with fees of $90 for Individuals and $115.00 for Couples + Family therapy.
Our Intern Therapists start at different times throughout the year, most often in January or April, and see clients during their internship for up to 10-18 months. After that time, clients can continue with their therapist once they become a VWS employee, or be transitioned to another VWS therapist to continue their care. Learn more about our Intern Therapists below!