Salina is the first therapist I’ve ever had. She has been wonderful. I was very nervous for the first session and she quickly put me at ease. She is very friendly and supportive. I feel as though a friend is helping me through my problems.
Salina Mecham, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Salina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Salina. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Utah, Washington, and 2 more
Recent reviews
Salina is amazing. This isn’t my first time in therapy, but it is my first time using BetterHelp and she is the best therapist I ever had. She provides me with insights into my situation, alternatives to see things differently and challenge my initial thought processes. She always listens, remembers details from past sessions, and helps me tie together why I might think or behave in a certain manner. She’s the best.
More about Salina
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LICSW
Hey there! My name is Salina Mecham. I attended the University of Utah and received a bachelor's and master's degree in Social Work and a certification in substance use treatment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and Domestic Violence Intervention Treatment Counselor (DVP). I am fully licensed in the states of Utah, Washington, and New Jersey. I have worked with adults and adolescents and enjoy all ages. I got my start in group homes for troubled youth, and I can truly say that I have never felt more fulfillment in my life than when I was getting chairs thrown at my head, and called names that I can never repeat, because in those moments, I was present and doing what I could to help a person in pain.
I eventually moved on to work in a behavioral health hospital where people came when they hit their limit and could no longer cope with living, or their mental health was affecting their ability to function in their lives. I am currently the CEO of Willapa Behavioral Health & Wellness, a community behavioral health agency. I continue to offer treatment at the agency for mental health, substance use disorders, domestic violence intervention treatment, and couples counseling. I also serve clients on BetterHelp because I love providing therapy and don't get to do it nearly enough as a CEO. I am working on getting trained in the Gottman method (couples counseling).
My preference is to utilize video sessions so that I can read the situation more clearly. I can, and do, use the phone, but will not use the live chat option because I have found that concepts and meanings tend to get lost because so many nonverbal queues are not seen. I also utilize the email option often, and return all emails sent to me within 48 hours. When time permits, I can open up special times for sessions if there is an emergency. I feel it is important for my clients to spend their week being aware of the things that happen around them, and how those things affect them, and to be prepared with those and other things they would like to address in their session. I also value honest feed back said to me in the moment. I can make adjustments in my approach if I know it isn't hitting where you need it to. Honesty and openness is so important in therapy and can add so much to the quality of your experience.
I tend to take an eclectic approach to counseling because one size does not fit all. I pull from CBT, ACT, DBT, REBT, and I am trained in, and use EMDR for trauma treatment. It is very important to me that I create a safe place for all my clients. Judgement has no place in my practice. I believe strongly in the golden rule and kindness, curiosity, validation, comfort, and safety are very important to me. No matter the issue, I am open and ready to help you navigate it in a way that can help keep you intact and moving forward.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and Foster Care
BDSM
Kink
Alternative Sex Culture
Blended Family Issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment Issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Dependent Personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
Fatherhood Issues
First Responder Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Immigration Issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Military and Veterans Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and Discrimination
Process addiction (porn
exercise
gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex Addiction
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Salina Mecham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942797741.
- LCSW · Utah · 5006607-3501 · Expires September 2026
- LICSW · Washington · LW61049548 · Expires November 2024
- LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC06195200 · Expires August 2026
- LCSW · New Hampshire · 4058 · Expires April 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Salina Mecham
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Salina is the first therapist I’ve ever had. She has been wonderful. I was very nervous for the first session and she quickly put me at ease. She is very friendly and supportive. I feel as though a friend is helping me through my problems.
Salina is amazing. This isn’t my first time in therapy, but it is my first time using BetterHelp and she is the best therapist I ever had. She provides me with insights into my situation, alternatives to see things differently and challenge my initial thought processes. She always listens, remembers details from past sessions, and helps me tie together why I might think or behave in a certain manner. She’s the best.
Salina is the best Therapist I ever had. She really listens to me and helps me navigate through the problems in my life. She’s very positive and cheers me up when we talk.
Amazing helps alot. Highly recommend her
Salina has a way of giving solid professional advice while also feeling like a trustworthy friend who never judges. I've returned to her on numerous occasions as she is so helpful and understanding.
Salina is patient and kind in listening and responding to me. She encourages me to lean into difficult emotions and experiences while being in a safe place to feel them. She makes recommendations that are tailored to who I am and what I need. Best counselor I’ve ever had.
Excellent.
Salina is very professional, friendly and comfortable to work with. I look forward to our sessions together.
Salina has been extremely helpful during a really difficult time in my life. She’s a great listener, very supportive, kind, and understanding.
Still only 3 sessions in but feel like Salina is going to be a great help in my life.
Salina is so sensitive with my issues and concerns. I'm very glad I have her as my counsellor.
Salina is lovely. I find comfort in the fact that she takes a relaxed approach with me. It makes me feel more comfortable to talk. I have only had one session, but have booked another with her as she is very nice and has given me tasks that I can set my mind to. I would recommend her to anyone I know.
Salina is amazing! She helped me through something I’d been struggling with for a long time. She listened intently, offered me real advice with solutions and guidance that I could practically apply to my life.
She is so sweet and listens very well!
Frequently asked questions
Does Salina Mecham offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Salina Mecham works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Salina Mecham speak?
Salina Mecham speaks English.
How many years of experience does Salina Mecham have?
Salina Mecham has 6 years of experience.
Where is Salina Mecham licensed to practice?
Salina Mecham is licensed to practice in Utah, Washington, New Jersey, and New Hampshire.
Does Salina Mecham accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Salina Mecham does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Salina Mecham offer?
Salina Mecham offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Salina Mecham?
Salina Mecham can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Salina Mecham?
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