Ayako Garduque, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, joined Valley Mental Health in 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kenyon College in 2011, and her Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing in 2013.

David Wear, PMHNP received his bachelors of science in psychology from Western Oregon University in 2010 and went on to obtain his bachelors of science in nursing from Oregon Health and Science University in 2011.

Practice

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nursing School

• BSN received at Southeast Mo State University

• Masters in Nursing received at Oregon Health and Science University

Board Certification

• American Nurses Credentialing Center

Sandra Bassett, PMHNP, began providing contract prescriptive services with Valley Mental Health in 2009. She joined Salem Psychiatric Associates in 2011.

Area of practice

• Psychiatry

Education

• Bachelors degrees in both Psychology and General Science
• Doctorate from Oregon Health & Science University
• Residency in General Psychiatry at the University of Louisville
• Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Louisville
• Board Certified in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Ages Served

• 3 – 30

Specialties/Areas of Treatment

• ADHD, depression, mood disorders, anxiety/panic/OCD, gender identity/LGBTQ youth, behavioral disorders, thought disorders, insomnia, PTSD, Autism spectrum disorder.

I enjoy working with young people and their families to find the best treatment plan within their value system. Special focus on working with LGBT+ youth, from an affirming stance.

Education

George Fox University, Masters Degree Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Types of Therapy Practiced

• Existential
• Expressive Arts
• Gestalt
• Humanistic
• Jungian
• Trauma Focused

Ages Served

10+

Specialties/Area of Treatment

Life Transitions Depression Anxiety Body Positivity Coping Skills Divorce Grief Marital and Premarital Mood Disorders Parenting Relationship Issues Self Esteem Stress Thinking Disorders Transgender Women's Issues

Office Location

South Salem, Oregon

Education

Master of Social Work from University of Southern California, Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from Pacific Lutheran University

Types of Therapy Practiced

In-person and virtual EMDR. I also use techniques and frameworks from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Interfamily Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and other frameworks, depending on the client’s needs and goals, all with a strong emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion.

Ages Served

Adults & teens

Specialties/Area of Treatment

ADHD, anxiety, complex trauma, depression, self-esteem, gender and sexuality, grief and life change, developing and sustaining fulfilling relationships.

Education

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, George Fox University Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Portland State University

Types of Therapy Practiced

My approach is practical and holistic. I use Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Strengths-based, Solution-focused, and Emotional Freedom Technique.

Ages Served

Adults & Teens

Specialties/Area of Treatment

Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, stress management, relational and communication challenges.

Office Location

Telehealth

Background

I believe counseling is a collaborative process. Consistency and commitment to therapy and personal growth can result in a reduction in distressing emotions, increased coping skills, improved relationships, a greater sense of inner peace and personal empowerment to create the life you want. I strive to provide a safe and compassionate space for clients to gain insight, heal, grow, and experience the change they desire in their lives.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Oregon University Master of Social Work from Portland State University

Types of Therapy Practiced

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Internal Family Systems
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
• Mindfulness
• Motivational Interviewing
• Person Centered Therapy

Specialties/Area of Treatment

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, communication and relationship issues, parenting

Office Location

Telehealth

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Background

I am passionate about helping people understand and embrace all the parts of themselves to create peace and balance in their lives.

Education

Attended Naropa University, Contemplative Psychotherapy, Graduated 2003

Types of Therapy Practiced

• Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
• Adlerian
• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
• Culturally Sensitive
• EMDR
• Family Systems
• Humanistic
• Interpersonal
• Jungian
• Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Multicultural
• Narrative
• Psychoanalytic
• Trauma Focused

Specialties/Area of Treatment

Trauma informed CBT, Specialize in working with duel diagnosis high Spectrum Autism PTSD and Depression clients, SFT, Humanistic therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, ACT.  Individual, Couples and family therapy. Addiction ADHD Anger Management Autism Developmental Disorders Dissociative Disorders (DID) Dual Diagnosis Family Conflict Grief Impulse Control Disorders LGBTQ+ Men's Issues Mood Disorders Parenting Personality Disorders Sex Therapy Thinking Disorders Trauma and PTSD

Background

Over-stimulation of sensitivities and the need for recognition and care of those sensitivities is so important in the world we live in today. I have worked with Neuro-divergent clients helping them to understand, address and heal the trauma of power and control, which causes so much suffering in our present world. With twenty plus years of extensive experience working with high-spectrum autism, I offer personalized therapy sessions designed to support both clients and caregivers, helping you create positive change, build stronger connections, and foster growth in your relationship with your loved one. My journey has been that of a healer, join me in that journey and let me help you find your personal path to healing and self love.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University at Albany, State University of New York

Types of Therapy Practiced

• Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD (CPT)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Other modalities utilized include: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strengths Based Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and Supportive Therapy.

Specialties/Area of Treatment

Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma/Abuse Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Grief & Loss Adjustment & Life Transitions Co-Occurring Disorders Relationship & Family Problems

Office Location

Telehealth only

Office Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30am-3:00pm

Background

Welcome! The experiences of trauma, grief & loss, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles and other life transitions often have a profound impact on our daily lives. Healing is possible and a road you do not have to walk alone. My clients often tell me that they appreciate my non-judgmental presence and approach to counseling. I work hard to create an atmosphere that is authentic, genuine and safe as I find this allows for deeper work to be done. I use a broad range of therapeutic techniques which are individualized depending on my clients needs or presenting concerns. The path to emotional healing can be long, lonely and tiring. I consider it an honor to accompany my clients on their journey towards wholeness.