Salena Manaois, LPC
- 20 years experience
- Trauma and addiction care
- LGBTQ+ affirming practice
About Salena Manaois
Her practice is grounded in an affirming, nonjudgmental stance that honors each individual’s identity and lived experience, including those in the LGBTQ+ community and people exploring gender identity. She has considerable experience with military and first responder populations and understands the particular emotional and practical demands those roles can bring.
Clinically she draws from evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her work emphasizes collaboration, resilience-building, and practical strategies that support long-term growth and coping. She communicates in English and practices under the LPC credential, which signifies state licensure to provide professional counseling services. She is not currently accepting clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Salena Manaois have?
Salena Manaois has 20 years of professional experience in mental health care.
Is Salena Manaois a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Colorado - CO LPC LPC.0015870.
In which languages does Salena Manaois provide therapy?
Salena Manaois provides therapy in English.
Where is Salena Manaois located?
She is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Salena Manaois as my therapist?
Sessions may be offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Please note that she is not currently accepting clients.
Does Salena Manaois work with international clients?
Salena Manaois does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Salena Manaois cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports moving toward meaningful values-based actions - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, often used for anxiety, depression, and addiction-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Salena works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This shared process helps tailor sessions to what will be most helpful for each person.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase flexibility and access to care, allowing people to engage from different locations and on schedules that suit them. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these modalities to provide consistent, ongoing support and practical strategies in ways that fit a client's life.