Clinical Approach

Dr. Saler believes that successful work in therapy begins with a detailed evaluation of current and past circumstances related to the presenting concern, along with feedback about this information and possible future change.  When the evaluation is complete, she makes recommendations and collaborates with people to establish personal goals. 

Since therapy involves a large commitment of the self, as well as much time, money, and energy, individuals should be very thoughtful about the therapist they select.  As such, Dr. Saler encourages people to evaluate their comfort with her initial impressions and their interactions together in order to determine if they would like to begin therapy with her.  In fact, throughout her work, Dr. Saler believes in cultivating honest and direct discussions about the therapy process. 

In ongoing treatment, Dr. Saler helps individuals concretely and effectively cope with present pain, stressors, and conflicts.  She also helps people consider and better understand their feelings, thoughts, and interpersonal patterns, as well as the past and familial roots of their current difficulties.  Dr. Saler believes that a combination of these two approaches helps most people move beyond their current difficulties and experience hope, healing, and growth. 

In helping people tackle their challenges, Dr. Saler takes an empathic, active, honest, and direct approach.  Through her work, she seeks to help individuals lead happier, more productive lives and be part of more satisfying and mutual interpersonal relationships.  Dr. Saler believes that the final goal of treatment for all clients is to be able to actively, effectively, and independently promote change in their own lives.

If she feels that an individual could benefit from treatment that she does not offer, Dr. Saler is also an excellent resource for referral to other practitioners and resources in the community. 

In addition, she works with several psychiatrists who can provide a psychiatric evaluation and consultation for individuals who may also benefit from medication.