Can't say enough great thins about Dr. Taxman! He is the rare kind of doctor who genuinely cares --…read morenot just about your symptoms, but about bringing you into full health. What sets him apart is his ability to balance naturopathic and allopathic approaches in a way that's truly tailored to you as an individual. He doesn't apply a one-size-fits-all protocol -- he listens, assesses, and meets you where you are. Working with him has been a genuinely positive experience, and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a thoughtful, dedicated practitioner who takes your whole health seriously.

Edit: I reposted this review 48 different times on Google reviews under Welllife and Dr.Taxman but…read moreTaxman kept taking this review down. I would post, he would report to remove it, then I would repost and the loop repeated. I'm coming to Yelp and reposting for the final time. People get away with things because they rely on others being quiet about it and I won't be silenced. Here are some more details I initially left out of the below review because Taxman seemed confused. While I was having a panic attack he held up his wedding ring hand in front of him and waved his hand around showcasing his ring-- I'm not sure why he thought that was appropriate? What does his relationship status have to do with my appointment? Is this standard for all his appointments? He seemed confused, I told him while in the middle of a panic attack I'm not here to date you??? I'll continue to repost this until the end of time, no patient should have to tolerate this and then pay $800/hour My appointment with Dr.Taxman was incredibly disappointing. I had a small panic attack at the beginning of the appointment, when I recovered I looked up and his head was tilted down and eyes looking up glaring at me... he looked angry? We just sat there and stared at eachother for maybe 60 seconds until I broke off the stare off. It was scary, bizarre, and cruel. I was as mostly looking down with my eyes closed during this panic attack, so idk if I said something but I was kind of hyperventilating too. Nothing warrants that response from a doctor though. I still asked about my issues though, I have year round allergies I asked about and he shrugged and mentioned one drug, that was it. We went over two prescriptions I have, he said wow that's a high dosage when referring to my antidepressant, he did not elaborate. There was a knot on my throat he said he would be willing to see through till the end-- I'm OK, I'll go to another doctor. It's clear he didn't want me in the appointment and he had an attitude the majority of the time. He rolled his eyes twice while I was talking. I read glowing reviews from other patients who he's helped with similar issues before booking. He did help me some and he softened up near the end. There were several other issues but I'll leave it at that, he seemed confused by the purpose of the visit. I overestimated his abilities as a professional and as a doctor. Taxman has weak character and questionable moral compass if this is how he treats people/patients.

Joan Williamson, MA LPC is an excellent counselor. I saw her off and on for about 3 years. I…read morestarted seeing her due to an eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, which I struggled with for 6 years of my life. She specializes in treating eating disorders and successfully helped me treat mine. She counsels on many other things such as grief/loss, relationships, anxiety, depression, and others. She has a very natural approach to treatment and I left with numerous words I reflect on in my every day life and other helpful coping techniques. I attribute a lot of my happiness today to the time I spend with Joan healing my body and mind on many levels. I highly recommend this lady for anyone going through a difficult time. She is part of Poyama Counseling services. A little bit more on my experience with the Poyama office: these people really work with you financially. They are happy regularly receiving payments even if it's $30 one month and $50 the next. I was never ever badgered about my bill (that for a while kept getting larger). I think they understand that by seeking help you may not be in the best place in your life to make a full and complete payment right away. I couldn't be more thankful for their understanding and kindness as I slowly chipped away at my bill even after my sessions were finished. If you are looking at seeing anyone in the Poyama network, know that the office practices good and kind business. They should be proud.

This is long overdue... Several years ago I saw Joan Williamson, MA LPC for about 1-1/2 years for…read moregeneral anxiety and an eating disorder. I'd ignored my needs for so long because I didn't wanted to address issues that seemed frivolous. I'm so glad I finally took time for me. Joan helped me more than she'll ever know. Her straight-forward, but kind manner was exactly what I needed. Her knowledge, experience and compassion gave me tools I'd never been given. Joan stayed connected with my dietician, Denise Cedar throughout the process & although it wasn't easy, getting here I no longer struggle with an eating disorder! Life is better than ever, career is on-track, family is good and I'll even be finished with an advanced degree soon. Thank you so much Joan! When I was ready...you were definitely a God-send!

its easy to feel, when speaking with anyone in the mental health business, that you are being…read moreevaluated, studied, and diagnosed. I love to come to Chris because she is the exact opposite. She is caring and kind, fun and sweet, and she has an infectious laugh. She is ready and willing to listen and just be a safe space. We talk about everything, my concerns about finances, school, family. and she is just so levelheaded. Im a firm believer everyone could use counseling to sort through everything from the hard stuff tot he everyday nonsense and good. and I think everyone should see Chris! she also makes it very affordable :) Its like talking to a friend, that youre paying, who has great advice and knows how to listen and talk you through the things you need to be talked through :)

Beautiful location and very nice staff, I had been planning on leaving a 4-5 star review until two…read moredays ago. When I first chose this location they were out of my network, but the fiscal staff told me they had submitted to be in my provider's network and expected to be in network within two weeks. I was fine with that. Fast forward to November and my counselor charged me for half of the services thus far, $160, and she told be it would be slightly more than that upon exit, ok no problem. Fast forward to this week and now I find out that the fiscal staff member that initiated my payment plan had been fired and they had had what sound like one or two other in that position between then and now. My exit payment is three times what I was expecting, over $600 and I am expected to pay that or stay in their program until I can pay it off. I explained that this is an unethical situation they are putting me in, it's their responsibility that they hired bad staff, and there is NO excuse why they couldn't have informed me of the staffing change, OR at least the difference in my exit amount TWO DAYS before graduating. As the exiting balance was between TWICE to THREE times their quoted amount from two months ago, I said I thought it would be fair for me to pay $300-$350. They requested I pay over $500, writing off $100 for the over $600 total. This place obviously still does NOT have their office/finances or internal staff communication in order and they will expect YOU to cover THEIR mistakes. The main guy had the nerve to say $100 was coming out of his pocket as he took over $300 extra out of mine due to HIS past staffing choices and current office miscommunications. I cannot recommend this facility.

Made an appointment with their grief counselor two weeks ago and requested that I receive a brief…read moreconsultation call from the practitioner but I never received a call. Won't be attending my appointment and will pursue services from an entity that actually cares about their prospective patients.

I went to see Carmen during my "dark night of the soul." My impending divorce brought on a slew of…read moreintense flashback-like feelings to traumatic childhood grief and anxiety. I was suffering from severe crying spells that felt unending and left me emotionally and physically drained. I felt like a small helpless child in an adult body. I was also recovering from mono and had a lot of tension that I was carrying in my body that was causing me health issues. Although I had done some traditional counseling, I knew I needed something more body-focused. After reading about somatic experiencing therapy, I decided to give it a try (along with acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and physical therapy). Carmen is one of the wonderful healers I worked with that helped mend my broken heart. I went from feeling so out of control emotionally to feeling so comforted by my newfound ability to self-regulate. From the beginning, I witnessed the miraculous ability of the body to self-soothe and heal. I looked forward to my sessions with Carmen, because I felt that I had a safe environment to bring awareness to the emotions in my body. During the year and a half I worked with Carmen, not only was I able to survive my dark passage, but I also started thriving : ) For example, I have been able to reconnect with my creative and artistic side, which is a huge, essential part of me. I have been able to say goodbye to those relationships in my life that don't honor me and to make space in my life for joy and hope. I am moving forward with love and light in my life. Of course, I still experience moments of grief and anxiety, but they are not the backdrop of my life anymore. Carmen is such a masterful healer that she makes the whole process feel so simple and easy. You're not quite sure what she's doing, but you leave the sessions feeling lighter and more refreshed. She is a true gem.

From the owner: Body Psychotherapy and Counseling for the treatment of stress/overwhelm related conditions such as…read morePTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma, etc.

They're charging me for a telephone appointment that they missed. I have called their billing…read moredepartment five different times and no one has ever called me back. I have even emailed them three different times and no one has gotten back to me. Instead. They just keep sending me the bill over and over again. I'm getting so desperate to reach someone, anyone at all, that I've started posting reviews and comments to social media in an attempt to get someone's attention and resolve this issue.

Not the fanciest or most modern facilities, but there is sufficient parking (a little cramped) and…read morenice employees. The on boarding gal did a great job matching me with a therapist/counselor based on my requested preferences.

I just had a lovely phone call with Barbara. She was kind, understanding, and a good listener. I…read moreappreciate all that she does as a therapist and look forward to having more conversations.

I arrived 15 minutes early to the office as requested to fill out paperwork. No one was at the…read morefront desk. Lights were dimmed like no one was there but I waited anyway. After almost 40 minutes, she came out of her office. She asked for my paperwork and I told her that I hadn't filled any out yet because no one was there. She got me the paperwork and said I had to get it filled out before she could talk to me. Then she hovered over me, sighing and telling me to hurry up. Once we (finally) started my session, I told her one of the reasons I was there. She cut me off saying I should go to someone else with that. That's a fair statement but it was delivered in a completely wrong way. She let me continue with the session only to cut me off mid sentence and in tears so she could get her phone and start texting. When she came back she couldn't remember what I was talking about. I got charged around $200 for that experience. Needless to say, I will never go back and would never recommend this person to anyone looking for help.

Judy Tuttle Zolner a dedicated, caring, inspiring and amazing counselor! She has guided me through…read moresome of the toughest times in my life! She challenges me to be the best me I can be and I truly look forward to each appointment! She always brightens my day and helps me see clearly when things seem so hopeless! I don't know how to thank her for all she has done for me!

From the owner: A ministry of counseling, compassion and care…read more Salem Pastoral Counseling Center offers counseling services by well trained and licensed counselors who have a sensitivity to religious and spiritual concerns. Counseling is provided for a wide variety of individual, relationship, and family concerns, in an atmosphere of confidentiality, acceptance, trust, and understanding. Salem Pastoral Counseling Center is committed to the following: - Each person is valued by God. - Each counselor is a well-trained, competent and recognized professional and also a committed person of faith, in good standing in a religious community. - The counseling process will usually be short-term, supportive, and focused on improving relationships and one's ability to cope with life. - Counselors will develop trusting and helpful relationships with other counselors, pastors, and persons in the helping professions. - Counseling is a ministry which can assist in fulfilling the purpose of the church. - The center is interfaith in spirit and practice. To contact the center you may telephone us. For information or to make an appointment, please leave a message on our confidential voice mail service and you will be contacted by a counselor as soon as possible. The offices are easily reached by city bus and are accessible by ADA standards (Americans With Disabilities Act).