Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT

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Michelle Anklan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
I work with women, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse/non-conforming clients ages 18+ and will support you in exploring your identity, values, and/or relational patterns, as well as working to manage anxiety, depression, or navigating life changes. I specialize in working with members of the queer community, as well as those who practice "alternative" sexualities including ethical non-monogamy, kink, and BDSM relationships.
I work with women, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse/non-conforming clients ages 18+ and will support you in exploring your identity, values, and/or relational patterns, as well as working to manage anxiety, depression, or navigating life changes. I specialize in working with members of the queer community, as well as those who practice "alternative" sexualities including ethical non-monogamy, kink, and BDSM relationships.
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Kassidy Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
I believe in individualized treatment for each person. As the client, your treatment is yours and I will assist with meeting your needs. I practice from a humanistic person-centered approach with CBT, DBT, PCIT, and play therapy modalities. My passions are working with children and teens as well as people with disabilities. I have experience working with autism and other developmental disabilities as well as children and teens with a variety of diagnoses and backgrounds. I love people and I love to learn. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have and explore if I am the right fit for you.
I believe in individualized treatment for each person. As the client, your treatment is yours and I will assist with meeting your needs. I practice from a humanistic person-centered approach with CBT, DBT, PCIT, and play therapy modalities. My passions are working with children and teens as well as people with disabilities. I have experience working with autism and other developmental disabilities as well as children and teens with a variety of diagnoses and backgrounds. I love people and I love to learn. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have and explore if I am the right fit for you.
(385) 279-5395 View (385) 279-5395
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Kathryn Dennett Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MAT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your life. We will work together to understand your experiences and move toward a greater sense of wholeness. I have specific experience helping individuals process a variety of personal traumas, and look forward to listening to your life's ups and downs.
My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your life. We will work together to understand your experiences and move toward a greater sense of wholeness. I have specific experience helping individuals process a variety of personal traumas, and look forward to listening to your life's ups and downs.
(801) 528-6508 View (801) 528-6508
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Elise Scribner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Whether you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic health issues, or something you can’t quite place yet, I am ready to help you work through it.
I believe healing is all about connection and integration. As a teen or adult, traumatic events, hard emotions, or living as a marginalized person in our societal structures can tend to leave us feeling defeated, isolated, and/or hopeless. Or, sometimes we just feel stuck in life. With a client-led approach, we can use a variety of interventions that you feel would help the most, including EMDR, DBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and spirituality development.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic health issues, or something you can’t quite place yet, I am ready to help you work through it.
I believe healing is all about connection and integration. As a teen or adult, traumatic events, hard emotions, or living as a marginalized person in our societal structures can tend to leave us feeling defeated, isolated, and/or hopeless. Or, sometimes we just feel stuck in life. With a client-led approach, we can use a variety of interventions that you feel would help the most, including EMDR, DBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and spirituality development.
(385) 469-3215 View (385) 469-3215
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Mary Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
I am certified in a variety of methods to work with trauma and grief in children and adults.
I deeply appreciate being able to be a part of the lives of so many amazing people. To work side by side with individuals during the sensitive and vulnerable process of healing is a gift. Within all of us, there is a natural human ability to heal, and we gain confidence when we have access to the right tools that help us to integrate feelings, emotions, experiences, and relationships into something meaningful. I'm a huge fan of tailoring methods and tools to fit individual needs.
I am certified in a variety of methods to work with trauma and grief in children and adults.
I deeply appreciate being able to be a part of the lives of so many amazing people. To work side by side with individuals during the sensitive and vulnerable process of healing is a gift. Within all of us, there is a natural human ability to heal, and we gain confidence when we have access to the right tools that help us to integrate feelings, emotions, experiences, and relationships into something meaningful. I'm a huge fan of tailoring methods and tools to fit individual needs.
(435) 246-1558 View (435) 246-1558
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Rebecca Merson
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
If you or your child could use support and a therapeutic relationship, I have appointments to offer. I believe in providing a warm, judgment free space to address your physical, mental, social and emotional needs. I customize each and every treatment plan to fit your individual goals.
If you or your child could use support and a therapeutic relationship, I have appointments to offer. I believe in providing a warm, judgment free space to address your physical, mental, social and emotional needs. I customize each and every treatment plan to fit your individual goals.
(385) 284-0014 View (385) 284-0014
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Ross Crothers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
To best support you, I utilize practices from mindfulness, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and trauma-informed care.
When it comes to my work as a therapist, I am passionate about providing a space in which my clients feel heard, understood, and appreciated. While I have worked with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals, I feel truly privileged to provide support to each of my clients in a time of need. I believe that everyone has the capability to evoke change in their life, sometimes we just need some help figuring out how to get started.
To best support you, I utilize practices from mindfulness, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and trauma-informed care.
When it comes to my work as a therapist, I am passionate about providing a space in which my clients feel heard, understood, and appreciated. While I have worked with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals, I feel truly privileged to provide support to each of my clients in a time of need. I believe that everyone has the capability to evoke change in their life, sometimes we just need some help figuring out how to get started.
(562) 414-6537 View (562) 414-6537
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Bailey Boothe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
I believe that there is no one “right” way or route to take in life. In my work I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach. Together we will create your life worth living- loving connections, playfulness, meaning, and purpose. While this work is going to be hard that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy it along the way. Together we will celebrate victories, no matter how small. We will laugh, grieve, be angry, cry, and smile throughout the process. Healing can feel very lonely but my hope is that I can provide my clients a safe place to go through it all. I promise that it will be worth it.
I believe that there is no one “right” way or route to take in life. In my work I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach. Together we will create your life worth living- loving connections, playfulness, meaning, and purpose. While this work is going to be hard that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy it along the way. Together we will celebrate victories, no matter how small. We will laugh, grieve, be angry, cry, and smile throughout the process. Healing can feel very lonely but my hope is that I can provide my clients a safe place to go through it all. I promise that it will be worth it.
(385) 316-6163 View (385) 316-6163
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Dr. Amina Simmons
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84114  (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks? Tackling a relationship challenge? Curious about who you are and why you do the things you do? Counseling is a place to consider how life could look different for the better. I’m a relational therapist who invites clients to explore, practice, and refine their relational style to improve their well-being. My insight-oriented approach helps clients identify patterns across life domains impacting their present day-to-day. From there, client’s are empowered to choose: work toward behavior change, deepen their understanding of pattern development, or both.
Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks? Tackling a relationship challenge? Curious about who you are and why you do the things you do? Counseling is a place to consider how life could look different for the better. I’m a relational therapist who invites clients to explore, practice, and refine their relational style to improve their well-being. My insight-oriented approach helps clients identify patterns across life domains impacting their present day-to-day. From there, client’s are empowered to choose: work toward behavior change, deepen their understanding of pattern development, or both.
(385) 217-2358 View (385) 217-2358
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Robert Barth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I am a psychoanalytically-oriented psychotherapist with 21 years of experience working with individuals seeking help with the difficulties they face in the progress of their lives. My practice perspective is grounded in Analytical Psychology, the theories and practices developed by Carl G. Jung (1875-1961), a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. My work is also informed by my training and experience in Object Relations Theory and Ego Psychology, which are associated analytical perspectives and compliment a Jungian approach to depth psychological treatment.
I am a psychoanalytically-oriented psychotherapist with 21 years of experience working with individuals seeking help with the difficulties they face in the progress of their lives. My practice perspective is grounded in Analytical Psychology, the theories and practices developed by Carl G. Jung (1875-1961), a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. My work is also informed by my training and experience in Object Relations Theory and Ego Psychology, which are associated analytical perspectives and compliment a Jungian approach to depth psychological treatment.
(801) 701-2358 View (801) 701-2358
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NeuroImaginal Institute Dr. Shannon Simonelli
Art Therapist, PhD, ATR
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
We all need support, life brings planed and unexpected change, transitions and requited growth. My clients may feel the pressure of perfectionism, feeling not-good-enough or second guessing themselves, feeling stuck in life. They may have physical or emotional pain and a big stress overload. Often feeling pulled in too many directions, with too many responsibilities, caring for too many projects or people. They can feel lost or adrift, that life is not progressing or as meaningful or happy as they had hoped. Grief & loss build up & worry about the ability to change can immobilize so they often feel stuck & afraid in life.
We all need support, life brings planed and unexpected change, transitions and requited growth. My clients may feel the pressure of perfectionism, feeling not-good-enough or second guessing themselves, feeling stuck in life. They may have physical or emotional pain and a big stress overload. Often feeling pulled in too many directions, with too many responsibilities, caring for too many projects or people. They can feel lost or adrift, that life is not progressing or as meaningful or happy as they had hoped. Grief & loss build up & worry about the ability to change can immobilize so they often feel stuck & afraid in life.
(801) 980-9365 View (801) 980-9365
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Lauren Lansrud
Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new teletherapy clients through: Intuitive Counseling Center (ICC). Established Intuitive Provider. What is Intuitive Therapy? Intuitive Therapy is a holistic approach that resolves presenting concerns while identifying and correcting irrational, subconscious patterns. This specialized approach will assist you to uncover, articulate, and then release emotions and beliefs that are causing you to feel "stuck". We will heal the source of your distress rather than focusing on curbing symptoms. You are important, and intervention will be tailored toward your needs and wants. This is a loving and nurturing healing cen
Currently accepting new teletherapy clients through: Intuitive Counseling Center (ICC). Established Intuitive Provider. What is Intuitive Therapy? Intuitive Therapy is a holistic approach that resolves presenting concerns while identifying and correcting irrational, subconscious patterns. This specialized approach will assist you to uncover, articulate, and then release emotions and beliefs that are causing you to feel "stuck". We will heal the source of your distress rather than focusing on curbing symptoms. You are important, and intervention will be tailored toward your needs and wants. This is a loving and nurturing healing cen
(813) 797-7153 View (813) 797-7153
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Greg Ostler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Discovering a deep understanding of oneself is a journey shaped by life's challenges and triumphs. With a direct focus on trauma and attachment, this is an opportunity to build the supportive framework needed for lasting transformation. With my commitment to fostering curiosity and wonderment, I create a neutral space where you can explore your experiences with empathy and compassion. Together, we can embark on a relational journey to address and navigate life's complexities with safety and care. Let's collaborate to cultivate personal growth and development work towards becoming the best version of you!
Discovering a deep understanding of oneself is a journey shaped by life's challenges and triumphs. With a direct focus on trauma and attachment, this is an opportunity to build the supportive framework needed for lasting transformation. With my commitment to fostering curiosity and wonderment, I create a neutral space where you can explore your experiences with empathy and compassion. Together, we can embark on a relational journey to address and navigate life's complexities with safety and care. Let's collaborate to cultivate personal growth and development work towards becoming the best version of you!
(828) 662-3705 View (828) 662-3705
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Juliann Jeppsen
Counselor, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Our therapists are masters in their field with additional expertise in trauma and PTSD, military, police, and first responders, LGBTQ, addiction, refugees, in addition to techniques like EMDR and Neurofeedback.
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. We support each other as a team. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression. We team up with you and find what successfully works in reducing your symptoms and helping you progress in life.
Our therapists are masters in their field with additional expertise in trauma and PTSD, military, police, and first responders, LGBTQ, addiction, refugees, in addition to techniques like EMDR and Neurofeedback.
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. We support each other as a team. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression. We team up with you and find what successfully works in reducing your symptoms and helping you progress in life.
(385) 350-4374 View (385) 350-4374
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Pamela Fuller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
I see people with a wide range of problems and I specialize in psychotherapy for PTSD and other trauma-related problems, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, dissociation, and psychosis.
As a licensed clinical psychologist since 1995, I have years of experience working with individuals across the range of life’s problems—from coping with current situational stressors to addressing more serious, longstanding difficulties. I pace therapy to ensure that our work matches what you need and want within your current circumstances, balancing between emphasizing your strengths and improving coping with exploration of more difficult issues. Whether you are seeking brief assistance or more in-depth therapy, I will work with you in a respectful, empathic, and collaborative manner.
I see people with a wide range of problems and I specialize in psychotherapy for PTSD and other trauma-related problems, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, dissociation, and psychosis.
As a licensed clinical psychologist since 1995, I have years of experience working with individuals across the range of life’s problems—from coping with current situational stressors to addressing more serious, longstanding difficulties. I pace therapy to ensure that our work matches what you need and want within your current circumstances, balancing between emphasizing your strengths and improving coping with exploration of more difficult issues. Whether you are seeking brief assistance or more in-depth therapy, I will work with you in a respectful, empathic, and collaborative manner.
(385) 489-1525 View (385) 489-1525
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Paradise Creek Psychotherapy - Dr Matthew Hedelius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work and am also certified by the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals through which I received extensive training and supervision in trauma and problematic sexual behavior treatment.
I have conducted over 60,000 individual treatment sessions for patients dealing with individual crises, including significant trauma and problematic sexual behavior. I focus on patient care, including quality. I take a limited number of referrals in order to focus on quality patient care. I provide individual and group therapy for adults. Patients can see me either in person or virtually. My physical location - in person sessions are in Logan, Utah. However, I offer virtual treatment options as a means of helping increase the ease of patients accessing quality treatment in addition to reducing possible anxiety. Idaho/Utah licensed.
I am Board Certified by the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work and am also certified by the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals through which I received extensive training and supervision in trauma and problematic sexual behavior treatment.
I have conducted over 60,000 individual treatment sessions for patients dealing with individual crises, including significant trauma and problematic sexual behavior. I focus on patient care, including quality. I take a limited number of referrals in order to focus on quality patient care. I provide individual and group therapy for adults. Patients can see me either in person or virtually. My physical location - in person sessions are in Logan, Utah. However, I offer virtual treatment options as a means of helping increase the ease of patients accessing quality treatment in addition to reducing possible anxiety. Idaho/Utah licensed.
(435) 253-6258 View (435) 253-6258
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Cheryl M Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84115  (Online Only)
Taking the first step for therapy can take courage. Be proud of yourself for getting started. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety and trauma utilizing modalities EMDR, CBT and DBT. Areas of focus include assisting individuals coping with addictions and substance abuse. I provide guidance in developing motivation, self-esteem and confidence for clients in addressing their needs. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Taking the first step for therapy can take courage. Be proud of yourself for getting started. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety and trauma utilizing modalities EMDR, CBT and DBT. Areas of focus include assisting individuals coping with addictions and substance abuse. I provide guidance in developing motivation, self-esteem and confidence for clients in addressing their needs. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
(843) 920-5934 View (843) 920-5934
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Eric Stander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BM, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
I came to Woodhaven with a wealth of life experience in both the arts and human services. Working as a professional musician for many years connected me to some of the most vulnerable populations including the aging, chronically ill and those experiencing grief and sadness. I learned that creativity and healing are intimately linked and you invariably need one to pursue the other. My unique path has given me valuable insight into the human experience, which is something that we all share. I am particularly interested in the innate ability we all have to strive towards hope and healing.
I came to Woodhaven with a wealth of life experience in both the arts and human services. Working as a professional musician for many years connected me to some of the most vulnerable populations including the aging, chronically ill and those experiencing grief and sadness. I learned that creativity and healing are intimately linked and you invariably need one to pursue the other. My unique path has given me valuable insight into the human experience, which is something that we all share. I am particularly interested in the innate ability we all have to strive towards hope and healing.
(385) 999-7724 View (385) 999-7724
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Natasha Aurobindo
Counselor, MS , LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84103  (Online Only)
I take a client-centered approach, setting tailored goals so you are able to see observable weekly progress. My job is to support you in learning how to self-soothe, emotionally regulate, ultimately becoming your own therapist. We will process the conflict in your life and support you in making empowering choices for the future.
I take a client-centered approach, setting tailored goals so you are able to see observable weekly progress. My job is to support you in learning how to self-soothe, emotionally regulate, ultimately becoming your own therapist. We will process the conflict in your life and support you in making empowering choices for the future.
(786) 808-1067 View (786) 808-1067
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Stefanie Strong
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LSUDC
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
I have spent my career working to help people heal from trauma, addiction, abuse, neglect, and associated familial issues.
Few things in life are as hard as asking for help. This is especially true if you aren't quite sure what to ask for or how to ask. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe that the problems we face are influenced not only by what is happening with us, but also within our relationships with others. Our connections and relationships are important to us and our individual mental and emotional health. So whether I am working with just one person, a couple, or a family, it is not about taking sides, villainizing, victimizing, or blaming. It is about healing, empowering, and recovery.
I have spent my career working to help people heal from trauma, addiction, abuse, neglect, and associated familial issues.
Few things in life are as hard as asking for help. This is especially true if you aren't quite sure what to ask for or how to ask. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe that the problems we face are influenced not only by what is happening with us, but also within our relationships with others. Our connections and relationships are important to us and our individual mental and emotional health. So whether I am working with just one person, a couple, or a family, it is not about taking sides, villainizing, victimizing, or blaming. It is about healing, empowering, and recovery.
(435) 244-2088 View (435) 244-2088

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Trauma and PTSD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.