Online Therapy in Salem, Oregon

Rising Needs for Mental Health Salem Oregon

Recent data has found that Salem and other areas throughout the state have high rates of mental health issues and in particular, high rates of unmet needs. Over 700,000 adults have reported a mental health condition particularly depression and anxiety symptoms.

Oregon has been noted as having one of the highest rates of mental illness among adults and adolescents. The adolescent health crisis has gotten worse, with consistently high rates of depressive episodes among youth who don’t receive care and persistently high rates of serious depressive episodes and suicide.

Today over 42 percent of the population of Oregon reports symptoms of anxiety and depression struggling with limited access to care. That is why Skycloud offers in person and online mental health services Salem Oregon residents can use to get the care they need. 

Benefits of Therapy

If you are looking into therapy Salem Oregon based, there are many benefits that you can reap not least of which include finding access to a service that gives you the skills you need to control or limit symptoms of a mild to moderate mental health disorder.

With so many people reporting anxiety and depression symptoms, access to online therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy can be a critical way to receive care over the span of a few months and from there, being in a better position to manage overall mental and physical well-being. 

Contacting Skycloud for an initial assessment and online therapy can include other benefits:

• Cost: As cost is a big issue for many people throughout Oregon access to online therapy can diminish those costs not just by reducing the cost of the therapy session but by doing away with the cost of transportation and time

• Comfort: Being more comfortable makes it more likely that you will complete your therapy sessions so having the opportunity to set up an environment where you feel most comfortable is ideal

• Access: Access to qualify mental health treatment services in areas like Salem can be a challenge but with online therapy you can find a therapist you connect with and trust with a specialty that fits your needs
• Privacy: Privacy is still a big issue throughout Oregon especially as it pertains to mental health treatment so being able to access treatment entirely online can give you much better privacy

Rest assured that the therapy received online is the same as what you would get in person with a slight difference having to do with the way that session is administered. 

How Online Mental Health Salem Oregon Therapy Works

When you get ready to start therapy Salem Oregon based, you’ll need to be prepared before your first session and that includes setting up the technology, crafting and environment where you feel safe and comfortable at home, and finding the right therapist.

Every platform and person is different so the actual breakdown of your sessions might look a little different from one therapist to the next or one type of therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy to the next. However, they tend to follow the same pattern:

Set Up

The first step is reaching out to our team to schedule your appointment.

We provide specialized care in your area by offering comprehensive intake assessments which help us determine the right fit for your needs including the right therapist and number of sessions.

During this time we will go over what to expect using our platform and the many benefits that come with online therapy in your area.

Find a Therapist 

From there we work to set up the right therapist, matching you with someone who is trained to meet your needs. As we understand that each person is different and so are the needs of varying mental health concerns, our goal is to set you up with a therapist that meets your preferences, your goals for treatment, and specializes in an area relevant to you.

If you have a history of trauma as a woman and are struggling to find a therapist you can trust, we can work with you to determine personal preferences and match you with, for example, a female therapist as opposed to a male therapist. 

Environment

Another key aspect is making sure that your environment is one where you feel comfortable opening up and being vulnerable. Most therapy sessions won’t work if you aren’t willing to participate. To that end, receiving therapy Salem Oregon based might include things like cognitive behavioral therapy where you have regular worksheets and exercises throughout your sessions as well as homework and journaling in between sessions.

So find an environment where you are comfortable receiving those documents either through email or through the platform, perhaps printing them out, and writing during your session. This could be your bedroom, a home office, even a comfortable closet with adequate lighting. 

Sessions

Once you have the right therapist it’s time to start your sessions. That is something that will be set up with your therapist including the times and manner of your treatment.

During these sessions you will find that all of your traditional techniques will have been adapted to work well in an online format. For example, cognitive behavioral therapy relies heavily on things like worksheets and homework exercises which, when you participate in online therapy sessions, we’ll typically be delivered directly through the platform you use or shared via email so that you can still access those items digitally in either download them or work with them in a digital format.

Your therapist will work with you, tracking your progress and making adjustments to your sessions as needed using the same strategies for your mental health as they would with an in person session.

Learn More About Salem Therapy

With Skycloud, you can find experienced mental health professionals no matter where you live. Our online therapy Salem Oregon makes it possible to get the treatment you need without having to drive to a physical office. Our only requirement is a phone or an internet connection and from there you can control the environment and the schedule for your therapy sessions. 

With our mental health services Salem Oregon residents can find the best match when it comes to therapy and medication services. Our aim is to make it possible to get the help you need regardless of any other issues you might face like social anxiety, transportation limitations, disabilities, or stigma.

Call us at (503) 967-2476 to start your online therapy in Salem, Oregon.