mariana Salinas, BS

MHC Intern

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Accepting new clients

Sliding Scale Available • Telehealth & In-Person

Adult Individuals, Couples, Families,

Children & Adolescents (6+), LGBTQIA+, Seniors

Philosophy of Care

I believe people are inherently whole and capable of meaningful growth and change. Struggles like anxiety, overwhelm, low self-worth, relationship struggles, or feeling "stuck" often develop as ways we learned to protect ourselves through difficult experiences and relationships, especially early in life. While these patterns may have once helped us cope, they can eventually begin to feel limiting or painful. My goal is to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring all parts of themselves, including the parts that may feel difficult, protective, or misunderstood.

Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, healing, and a stronger connection to your authentic self, values, and relationships. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and experiences who are interested in the work of self-exploration and healing. I specialize in complex trauma, sexual abuse, and early childhood trauma, which can show up in many ways, including anxiety, shame, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others.

My work is grounded in Person-Centered Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). In addition to my clinical training, I bring years of personal experience as a therapy client into my work, which gives me a firsthand understanding of how vulnerable and challenging healing can feel, as well as the growth that is possible through therapy.

Education

  • Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of the Cumberlands, August 2027

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Maryland, College Park, August 2013

Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Codependency

  • Depression

  • Low Self-Esteem

  • Parenting

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

  • Relationship Issues

  • Shame and guilt

  • Trauma

Mental Disorders

  • Dissociative Disorders

  • Impulse Control Disorders

  • Mood Disorders

Treatments

  • Compassion Focused

  • Culturally Sensitive

  • Emotionally Focused

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • Interpersonal

  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Clientele:

  • Adult Individuals

  • Couples

  • Families

  • Children & Adolescents ( 6+)

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Seniors

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Healing and clarity are possible -and it starts with one step.

2700 Richards Road

Suite 202

Bellevue, WA 98005

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425-830-6836

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

  • GAD affects 6.8 million adults, or 3.1% of the U.S. population, yet only 43.2% are receiving treatment.

  • Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.

  • GAD often co-occurs with major depression.

Panic Disorder(PD)

  • PD affects 6 million adults, or 2.7% of the U.S. population.

  • Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

  • SAD affects 15 million adults, or 6.8% of the U.S. population.

  • SAD is equally common among men and women and typically begins around age 13.

  • According to a 2007 ADAA survey, 36% of people with social anxiety disorder report experiencing symptoms for 10 or more years before seeking help.

Specific Phobias

  • Specific phobias affect 19 million adults, or 8.7% of the U.S. population.

  • Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.

  • Symptoms typically begin in childhood; the average age-of-onset is 7 years old.

Treatment For Anxiety

Psychotherapy or “talk therapy” can help people with anxiety disorders. To be effective, psychotherapy must be directed at the person’s specific anxieties and tailored to his or her needs.