Sexual Abuse Therapists in Springville, UT

Marilyn is passionate about helping people with trauma find peace! Depression, anxiety and other symptoms often accompany trauma. Marilyn has a wealth of life experience that enables her to understand and empathize with her clients, helping them to then communicate with her. Her primary goal is to connect with her clients and build a strong therapeutic relationship.

I love being able to connect with others and I believe that I have a nurturing personality which can help put others at ease while validating their life experiences. I love being able to see growth and empowerment with individuals. I have worked in diverse settings which have included a residential addiction treatment center, a metro jail, community mental health and a mid-size counseling agency.

Families, Teens, Couples, and Individuals. Restoring hope to Utah families, Couples and Teens. And for those who feel they have tried everything; we have additional methods to help the mind heal. With Ketamine assisted therapy, and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) great strides have been made toward a healthier mind.

We all have strengths and skills. Sometimes we have tried everything and are out of ideas. If we knew a better way, we would use it! Sometimes we face challenges we could not anticipate or prepare for. The stress we deal with, the depression or anxiety we feel, can interfere with our relationships or functioning and become an obstacle to the life we want. Understanding how our past shapes our present can help us create a more hopeful, satisfying future. If your challenges have brought you to the point where you are ready for additional support, I’d like to help you increase your tool box and reconnect with your own resilience.

I take a client-centered approach to make therapy personalized and something that works for you. My philosophy is one of collaboration. It is not my race, it is your race and we go at your pace. My priority is to make a space that is open for validation, honesty, safety, and care. I have training in trauma informed therapy, motivational interviewing, cultural humility, solution focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I am open and accepting of all beliefs, cultures and backgrounds.

Your child means the world to you. You’ve worked and invested so much throughout the years for their benefit and well being. Despite all the planning and parenting preparation you did, there are somethings that you weren’t prepared for: Constant arguments at home and meltdowns. Emails/calls from the school of your child struggling with focus and sitting still. A child that worries and is scared so much of the time. When your teenager says to their friends “I just want to die.” How to help your child through big life changes such as divorce, a move, or the death of a loved one. Or, if someone has purposely hurt him/her.

I have extensive experience working with women who have experienced domestic violence and abuse. From this experience, I know the importance of being able to tell your own story, rather than being told how to feel or think. This is why I focus on creating a space for my clients to be able to explore their stories, and discover their strengths. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as my main methods. These methods enable me to honor my clients’ experiences while being able to guide them out of the unhelpful or unwanted ways they view themselves and life.

I specialize in treating clients with a variety of emotional-social difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, and recovering from sexual, physical, or emotional abuse. Psychotherapy is not easily described in general statements. It varies depending on the personalities of the psychologist and client, and the particular problems you are experiencing. There are many different methods I may use to deal with the problems that you hope to address. Together you and I will work on reducing symptoms and enriching your life.

I believe each person is unique and has great worth. Whether you are at the beginning of your healing journey, somewhere in the middle or towards the end, finding a therapist can be overwhelming. I am here to support, encourage, validate, explore and discover with you. Life can be stressful and can also feed us lies, doubts and bring a concoction of unpleasant emotions. I am here to walk alongside you as you rediscover yourself and work through past trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self worth or whatever struggles you are currently dealing with. I also specialize in working with children to help them through these struggles.

I have provided psychotherapy services to a variety of adolescent and adult patients in many settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and residential programs. In my private practice, my patients have many types of issues and concerns, and in essence they generally are seeking help to better navigate this journey we call life. I use a variety of treatment approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, existential/psychodynamic, mindfulness, and others to help individuals identify goals and to develop and implement effective coping strategies to enhance well-being and to feel better.

Art City Family Counseling is specially designed to promote health and healing for the entire family system. It has an individual/couple session room, a sand tray room, and a dedicated play therapy room to facilitate health and healing for even the youngest clients. Additionally, groups are offered with various focuses such as depression and anxiety support, parent-child relational training,and foster/adoption support.

Counseling can be an amazing discovery into new ways of creating happiness. My dedication is fired by my clients' "Aha!" moments. It's not unusual for a client say, "This is really amazing-- Can I get my wife (mother-in-law, son, brother) in here?" That means we are doing therapy right! My people enjoy the counseling experience and laugh as often as they experience other emotions. I use a great deal of stories, humor, and building on strengths to inspire progress from one success to another. When clients have small successes as a foundation, they can launch to a lifetime of satisfaction.

We all go through challenges, but the level of struggle we face is different. Confiding in someone with compassion, empathy, and deep understanding is everything when navigating life’s struggles. Amy graduated with her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May 2024 from Utah Valley University with Highest Honors, and has continued on her path to become a clinical therapist who is relatable, professional, and compassionate in care.

Distressing and traumatic experiences can leave us feeling confused, alone and emotionally disconnected. As a trauma informed therapist I assist individuals in confronting, making sense of and resolving past, traumatic experiences. I help my clients connect present day unhelpful behaviors, beliefs and attitudes to unresolved, lived experiences. I have 15 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My areas of expertise include: trauma, anxiety and depressive disorders, maternal mental health (i.e. postpartum depression), grief and loss and issues of self-esteem.

Welcome to my Psychology Today profile! I help with all sorts of trauma related mental health issues, but regarding my specialty, I'm dedicated to helping individuals who have experienced the unique challenges of life within cults or high-demand religious groups. My mission is to provide a safe and empathetic space where you can embark on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing and healing the impact of sexual shame on one's life caused by these organizations.

I strongly believe in the facet of the human spirit which is indomitable. This quality traverses culture and ethnicity, and so often plays a major role in recovery. The concept of radical acceptance invites individuals to embrace a regret of the past and fear of the future as part of the human experience while discovering what they truly value as they achieve treatment goals working toward sustainable mental health. As individuals learn to accept the fear that accompanies risk, the journey towards healing is a remarkable one to witness and, for me, is the true payoff as a therapist.

Immediate openings. Going through painful experiences is part of being human, and it is something we can all relate to in our own personal way. Sometimes the consequences of these painful or traumatic experiences can be carried with us for several years or a lifetime. So whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief/loss, struggles in your relationships, or thoughts of suicide, there is healing, and there is relief.

If you need EMDR, but it is re-traumatizing for you, Karen specializes in DNMS, an ego state therapy created by an EMDR therapist that is gentle and allows traumas to process through completely and permanently. Dissociated traumas can surface in DNMS, bringing information that explains unwanted behaviors. Once healed, the behaviors subside. Karen gets to the root of issues. Karen brings a wealth of life experience with her. She understands women's issues and the struggles they face including complex issues of infertility, children's resiliency after a divorce, raising blended families, and helping children heal from abuse.

What if you could find peace within your inner pains, hurts, and nightmares or had a way to slow down the memories caused after persistent traumatic or negative experience? Instead I would like to help you be able to work through the distress in your life keeping you from sleep, so you can again wake up in the morning feeling refreshed after a good night's sleep.