Elisabeth Herrera Counseling

Elisabeth Herrera Counseling Sometimes we find ourselves in need of a safe space to vent, process, or decompress I serve individuals ages 15+. I can't wait to hear from you.

Clients can come to me struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, change of life issues, etc. I have experience dealing with child trauma victims, as well as their parents and families. I also have extensive experience working with teens, and young adults that are dealing with various life stressors and issues. My heart really lies with all people; everyone has a story to tell, and I want to be here to listen. The initial consultation is free of charge to see if I am a good fit for your needs. I believe in a completely individualized approach to therapy; therefore, I utilize multiple theoretical approaches in my sessions with clients. However, client-centered therapy is usually where our work begins. That means that you, the client, are the expert in the room and I am simply here to provide direction and therapeutic expertise.

I have no platitudes to offer. All I have is my humanity, my observations, and a knowledge of the nervous system. We are...
01/24/2026

I have no platitudes to offer. All I have is my humanity, my observations, and a knowledge of the nervous system. We are not meant to bear witness to this much human destruction…definitely not at our fingertips, definitely not at this alarming of a rate. Every day it’s something new, some new horror, some new example of people terrorizing their fellow humans. Whatever YOU need to do to keep your humanity, and your heart from carrying all of the weight of things you can’t control-I encourage you to do. Be well. ❤️‍🩹

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01/19/2026

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Now paneled with Aetna; Washington state plans only.
01/19/2026

Now paneled with Aetna; Washington state plans only.

One half of communication is listening, actively. We have all been part of those conversations where someone asks you a ...
01/05/2026

One half of communication is listening, actively. We have all been part of those conversations where someone asks you a question but they’re not actually interested in the answer, and it really sets the tone for the rest of the conversation 🫠 Don’t be that person

It can be so easy to fall into a comparative analysis of how other people’s lives are better or more fulfilling than our...
12/28/2025

It can be so easy to fall into a comparative analysis of how other people’s lives are better or more fulfilling than ours. Social media is full of curated photos, not the day to day arguments, loads of laundry, worries about a work problem, etc etc. Your life is just as valuable even if you didn’t do the big vacation, buy the dream car, or have the perfectly dressed kids.

It only took 6 months, but we made it 🥲 Seeing clients virtually for now!
11/19/2025

It only took 6 months, but we made it 🥲 Seeing clients virtually for now!

I see this sentiment most often associated with raising kids. It’s absolutely true in that case, and translates to adult...
10/23/2025

I see this sentiment most often associated with raising kids. It’s absolutely true in that case, and translates to adults that weren’t allowed to express feelings earlier in life. When working with those clients on affective expression, one fear they often mention is losing control of said emotion once they let it in.

Just because you can doesn’t mean you should, sis.
10/04/2025

Just because you can doesn’t mean you should, sis.

Vulnerability being shared with us can be a brave thing, so we need to do our best to be a safe space on the receiving e...
08/29/2025

Vulnerability being shared with us can be a brave thing, so we need to do our best to be a safe space on the receiving end. One mistake people make is believing they need to have a solution, but in most cases people just want to be heard and validated.

The answer, is definitely not you.
06/20/2025

The answer, is definitely not you.

With the recent attacks happening on the Neuro-divergent population, this quote shared during a training I took this mon...
05/23/2025

With the recent attacks happening on the Neuro-divergent population, this quote shared during a training I took this month felt relevant to pass along.

Can we challenge ourselves to do better? Lead with empathy, and curiosity instead of judgment. Those things are choices, unlike having a neuro-divergent brain.

I’m gonna be transparent, this has been hard for me too. I am much more comfortable in a giving role than accepting or a...
03/28/2025

I’m gonna be transparent, this has been hard for me too. I am much more comfortable in a giving role than accepting or asking for help. The only child, independent woman roots run deep honey. AND, challenging that discomfort in the name of building a support system has been so helpful. This can look like:
▫️supplying a meal
▫️driving kids to an appointment/practice/school
▫️groceries
▫️walking a dog/letting a dog out
▫️borrowing items amongst community in lieu of purchasing

Most importantly, nobody is keeping score, and nobody is weaponizing anything against anyone else because the understanding is that we are all in this together.

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661 Cottage Street NE
Salem, OR
97301

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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