Male Therapists in Salem, OR

Welcome! My name is Dr Corey Gilbert. I have been working with marriages and families for over 23 years. My primary focus is on trauma, gender and sexual identity, infidelity, marriage restoration, & marital sexual stuck points - all from a biblical traditionally Christian worldivew. So if you are looking for that kind of leadership and direction, I am that person. I have been a University professor at the Undergrad, Gradaute, and Doctoral level for 19+ years. My track record is seeing great changes quickly for most. You and I will create a plan that works best for you, your desired outcomes, your budget, and family.

I specialize in couples and family therapy and working with adolescents. I also offer testing services, performing assessments for educational, developmental or forensic needs. For many years I have been offering support and compassion to my clients as I have worked with them to find solutions to a wide range of life's problems. My approach is practical and solution focused. I begin by helping each client tackle their immediate challenges, developing their strengths and helping to make the needed internal and environmental changes necessary for long lasting results and healing. I look forward to talking with you.

Thank you for considering me for therapy! I believe that behind every issue I treat is a person worthy of healing with their own story to tell. I am here to help whether your problems stem from ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, behavioral addictions (such as technology/video games) or even just the problems that life throws at you such as sports performance anxieties, men's issues, academic concerns, or health and wellness challenges. Your problems do not define you.

Our ideal clients are individuals dealing with acute or chronic anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia, seeking relief and understanding. They yearn for a sense of stability, emotional well-being, and the tools to navigate life's challenges. Their goals revolve around reclaiming control over their mental health, fostering healthier coping mechanisms, and cultivating a sense of resilience. They seek validation, support, and guidance in their journey towards inner peace and fulfillment.

If you've ever watched a good movie or seen a compelling drama on the stage, you know the story doesn't resolve itself until the second act. Just as "life imitates art," you may experience situations, thoughts, and emotions road blocking your "second act." I’m honored to help you navigate life choices amidst these roadblocks through my combined approach using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) together with mindfulness-based exposure therapy. ACT is an evidenced-based therapy consistent with the sentiment of the "Serenity Prayer" in focusing on change we can control; letting go of things we cannot.

I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of mental and emotional health as they commit to the process of growing in wholeness. As a Person-Centered therapist, I believe that wholeness is a result of spiritual, relational, emotional and mental wellbeing. I believe that counseling provides opportunities for self-awareness and personal growth within the context of a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.

My intention in my work is to support my clients by holding a safe space, so that they may work to bring understanding, empowerment and improvement to the quality of their everyday life. This work is done through therapy sessions to help unpack, re-frame and learn new skills to handle any challenges which may arise. A safe space to process one's past, present and future concerns.

"What are you?" was a question I quickly became accustomed to growing up in the Pacific Northwest. With roots in Chamoru, Irish and Armenian heritage, there is no box for me to check. This question has been a lifelong journey in understanding who I am in the context of others, and more importantly how I define myself. I hope to work with others who are embarking on their own cultural journey and are seeking deeper answers to questions about themselves.

Welcome. Welcome. Welcome. You may be reading this for many reasons, and I imagine your reason comes with many layers that are known and unknown at this time. You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, insecure about where your life is headed, incredibly frustrated and hurt by your life experiences, or fearful about your safety or belonging in this life. You may be feeling proud about your choice to stand up for yourself and seek to improve your life with the help of a professional. You may be feeling and thinking all of those thoughts, and more, all at the same time, or none of them. Whatever your reasons, I welcome them.

I view my role in helping those experiences mental health challenges as an ally, advocate and to promote challenge and growth for consumers. I believe the treatment process should be collaborative in nature and foster a relationship with transparency and accountability. I strive to address the needs of an individual comprehensively, which can require discussion on cultural factors, family systems, etc. During my coursework I was formally trained in delivery of individual and group counseling for mental health and substance use services, human development across a lifespan, addiction, risk assessment, crisis/suicide prevention.

I believe that at the root of many of our struggles is a deep desire to be listened to. My therapeutic work is based on the idea that people by nature are relational beings with physical, spiritual, emotional, and social components, and that the exploration and integration of these aspects can be life changing and enhancing.

My practice focuses on people who want to enjoy greater peace and more satisfying relationships. I’m pleased to serve children, adolescents, and adults. The emphasis of my work includes treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, psycho-spiritual issues, ADHD, and child/adolescent behavior problems.

I have worked with varied populations throughout Louisiana and Oregon; most often with male & female adults, couples, adolescents, and children ages 7-11. I have addressed multiple varied needs including sexual dysfunction, gang activity, drug use, domestic violence, PTSD, personality, mood disorders as well as relationship issues. **Education: I have a bachelor's degree (4 years) in Psychology (Oregon State University, Corvallis). I also have (one year) education (Holy Cross College, New Orleans, Louisiana) in Marriage and Family Therapy. I acquired a master's degree in Social Work (3 year master's program) from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.

I believe in and help to foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship based on compassion, trust, and humility. As a psycho-spiritual counselor with a holistic perspective, I work with mind, body, spirit connections, and as such I see my clients as full of potential and creativity. I am deeply interested in the emerging field of psilocybin assisted therapy and I am happy to work with clients as they integrate their own personal journeys. I have a passion for social and environmental justice, and as an ever-aspiring multicultural counselor, I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds, cultures and lifestyles.

Are you ready to find the keys which will unlock the doors to your better life? Whether you are depressed, anxious or trying to make sense of difficult and traumatic past events, we will work together to find solutions in a safe, welcoming environment.

I enjoy of working with clients who understand pieces of their own experience, but have difficulty making changes, and often feel unseen and unheard by others. Issues including grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties make understanding our experience of life confusing, resulting in depression, anxiety, and a sense of hopelessness.

It is hard enough to ask for help when you know what is not working for you in life. It becomes increasingly more difficult when there is only pain and the source is unknown. I focus on helping you reach your therapeutic goals by listening and building our therapeutic relationship; and strive to create a safe environment for you to explore the source of your struggle and pain without judgment. I do this through a lens called Restoration Therapy by understanding the current pain cycle and helping you to establish a peace cycle.

My desire is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with all of my clients. Therefore, respect and trust are two of the most important elements to maximize the counseling process. Whenever a person's problems become bigger than themselves, goals tend to become less of a priority. I know that through focused planning, goals come to life. Because people are the experts over their lives, you will drive the learning and set the goals.

Hello, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here looking at my profile. It takes a lot of courage to open ourselves, reveal our past, explore life experiences and bring our insecurities, worries and hopes out into the open. During my career, I've been privileged to work with a diverse population of clients ages 18-95, with experiences spanning the spectrum of mental health and life challenges. My approach is person centered, honoring that we're all different, and as such, have different needs. I believe judgment and shame create barriers to progress, and that looking within can bring to light insights and tools for growth and healing.