ABOUT
I created Golden Hour Therapy as a space for people to know they will feel heard
I’m Arin Salisbury (she, her), the clinician behind Golden Hour Therapy!
I grew up in rural Illinois and received my BS in Psychology at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and MS in Clinical Counseling Psychology at Illinois State University.
I began my post Masters career in an adult residential and outpatient setting addressing Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring diagnoses. It was here that I learned to fully understand the importance of the therapeutic relationship and was introduced to the core concepts of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction. My time working in this setting is one of my most cherished and I’m grateful to former clients and coworkers for sharing it with me.
I’ve continued to work alongside clients in a group practice setting who have inspired and amazed me daily. Over time, my work has expanded to include adolescents and teenagers. I’ve also been able to focus on LGBTQ+ issues as well as anxiety, depression, and general relationship concerns and challenges.
To best advocate and collaborate with clients, I regularly engage in peer consultation and trainings and work diligently to educate myself on topics including mental health, human rights, and politics and policies.
WHEN I’M NOT IN SESSION…
I am a true homebody. Weekends are most often spent at home with my husband, three kids, and our beloved pets (rescue cat Lizzy and toy Goldendoodles Max and Benny). I have a million different hobbies I like to squeeze into my free time including gardening and photography. I also love to volunteer and am fortunate to be able to spend time at our local Neonatal Critical Care Unit fundraising and supporting families. My guilty pleasures include relatable memes and TikToks.
I really believe I have the best job in the world and have worked with some truly exceptional people. I’m beyond excited to be able to offer Golden Hour Therapy in person and virtually to people in Illinois! I hope to hear from you soon!
I’ve worked with mental health and substance use disorders for over a decade and am excited to be able to offer you Golden Hour Therapy!
WHEN YOU COME THROUGH THE DOOR, I WANT YOU TO FEEL YOU CAN RELAX AND BE OPEN.
Know that we will go at whatever pace feels comfortable to you. Throughout therapy, we will focus on developing that ever-so-important therapeutic relationship, enabling us to explore fully your strengths, history, culture, belief-systems, and values to effectively tailor therapy to you and your needs.