Cinda Salas , LCSW

Cinda Salas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a range of real-world clinical experiences to her practice. She has worked in clinical settings, medical social work, Child Protective Services, and with a Foster Family Agency, developing practical skills for supporting people through difficult circumstances. Her training includes a Master of Social Work degree earned in 2014 from Loma Linda University, a Christian-based program, and she is comfortable discussing clients' religious beliefs and traditions when relevant to care.

Cinda’s therapeutic style is direct and matter-of-fact; she often offers clear, candid feedback that clients may not receive from friends or family. At the same time she emphasizes active listening and treats each person with respect and dignity, creating space for honest conversations about stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, grief, addiction, parenting challenges, and other life transitions. She also works with issues such as intimacy, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Cinda aims to partner with individuals who are ready to take a new path, supporting them toward personalized goals with evidence-informed approaches. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and seeks to help clients move forward with practical tools and steady encouragement.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Cinda Salas draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to meet different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships, which can be useful for intense emotions, anger, and interpersonal challenges. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on clients' strengths and short-term goals, emphasizing concrete steps and small changes to move forward.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cinda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to what is most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy with Cinda offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support, maintain continuity during life transitions, and fit therapy into a busy routine, while working with a licensed professional who can guide the process.