Anxiety Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT

If you have been exposed to a traumatic incident you may be unaware of how that event has affected your daily functioning. Later, you may have difficulty controlling your anger, sadness, anxiety, sleeping etc. To determine if your behaviors have been affected by exposure to a traumatic event or have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), schedule and appointment with me for an assessment. I have a wide array of experience treating individual, families, and couples for a variety of issues including problems caused by trauma, depression, anxiety, poor communication skills, poor family functioning etc.

Seeking help in therapy takes strength and bravery, and I applaud clients for taking the first steps. It's easy to be hard on ourselves about how we feel or how we respond to our experiences. Sometimes we feel stuck, individually or in our relationships, and it can be hard to see a new path. I'm passionate about helping clients reach their potential to grow, change the patterns that no longer serve them, and move past the obstacles in their way. I work with clients to process and heal, create greater connections in their relationships, communicate more effectively, create healthy boundaries, and move through life more confidently.

Are you experiencing isolation and finding it hard to connect with the people you care about the most? With the right therapist, you can transform your life and relationships. I am ready to be that therapist. I offer a place to get messy, break down, and explore intense emotions without feeling judged. You need a new emotional tool box and honest, unbiased perspectives to sustain positive change. Congratulations on taking the first step towards health and vitality.

I believe that each person has the innate ability to overcome life's challenging obstacles. I'm committed to supporting each client and often times their family members through their journey. I have extensive experience working with complex/developmental trauma, PTSD/TBI, attachment disorders, dissociative identity disorders, personality disorders, suicide ideation/intervention/attempt, LGBTQ issues, Veteran specific services and place an emphasis on using the most advanced evidenced based modalities in my practice with clients.

My motto for my practice is, “thrive, not just survive.” Many of us, and at varying times in life, do the latter. We simply just try and survive. We think, “if I can just make it past____, things will get better” or “if ____ happens, I will feel happier.” We think this over and over, and eventually realize that we doing just that- simply surviving. I want to help you and/or your loved ones THRIVE. I believe that we are here to do more than just “get by.”

If you are feeling overwhelmed and stressed in your relationship and need some support I can help. As a Certified Gottman Therapist using Gottman Method Couples Counseling I can assess your relationship issues and develop a simple treatment plan using evidence based interventions. Gottman Method has over 30 years of research that shows it can not only predict divorce but also improve relationship satisfaction. I am licensed to practice in Colorado (LPC, 0015986), Mississippi (LPC1921), Utah (CMHC11628287-6004), and West Virginia (LPC11628287-6004).

Sometimes our best efforts to achieve the dream of long-lasting love, professional success, personal growth, or independence can leave us feeling inadequate or be incredibly difficult. And often the dream is not at all what we expected. I want to help free you from the unfair expectations that overwhelm you, so that you can build a life of love, connection, healing and support that reflects your values. I work with individuals and couples who struggle with relationship issues, communication difficulties and life transitions that may make self love, connection and relationships difficult and hard to manage.

Life offers us challenges and opportunities. I offer my clients a safe space to explore their emotions, relationships, and goals. In my practice, I partner with my clients as they discover insights, access the power of hope, and explore their vulnerability. I work to develop a trusting, non-judgmental relationship that allows clients the space to find growth and resilience. I enjoy walking with my clients as they discover paths to peace and creativity in their lives.

Voted Utah's Best Therapist 2022 + 2023. My approach centers the wisdom of our body, nature + relationships as the most valuable components in healing. Under enough stress, all humans make adaptations to survival. These survival strategies do a great job when they are first learned, but when continued outside of the context of their creation, they can reenact + reinforce patterns that are no longer helpful. It’s in this understanding that we work together to identify where patterns began, what behaviors were learned for emotional and physical survival + how we can create new ways of interacting in the world that feel more whole.

I work with adults of all ages and specialize in working with young adults, and those experiencing challenges related to stress, identity, adjustment, and self-esteem. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, academic problems, and relationship difficulties. My clients seek a safe space to talk about the emotions and challenges they are experiencing. In particular they want to be listened to, valued and to gain increased understanding about their current and past experiences. Ultimately, clients want to gain clarity about their goals, and feel hopeful, insightful, effective, and confident.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at the Utah Center for Evidence Based Treatment (UCEBT) with experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, adults, couples & families. I am particularly passionate about working with individuals who cope with their emotions by engaging in excessive self-control. These individuals are often described as being “type A”, perfectionistic, guarded, and hard to read. While our society usually puts a high value on our ability to exert self-control and delay gratification to achieve our goals, research has shown that too much self-control can hurt us, especially our relationships!

As a Certified Social Worker, I provide a welcoming space to offer support and coping skills. We know it is not easy to take the initial steps into therapy; however, it shows strength, motivation for change, and compassion for self. I would love to collaborate with you to develop the skills necessary to work through stress, trauma, life obstacles, and changes. I have a passion for helping those with a variety of mental health conditions. I grew up in a military family, and I love working with military service members, veterans, and their families.

Are you exploring who you are beyond who you grew up being taught you were supposed to be? Maybe you are curious about neurodivergence and want to understand yourself more deeply. Maybe you are queer and haven't found a therapist you feel safe with yet.

I focus my trauma-informed care on supporting people as they seek to heal from trauma and/or grief as well as learning to see the greatness within themselves. Along with the tools and skills we practice together, you will also gain deeper understanding from education, setting meaningful goals, and developing positive core beliefs.

I am passionate about helping individuals bounce back from traumatic experiences. It is common to feel broken, to feel a shadow of who you once were after painful life experiences. The healing journey is one of the most courageous adventures we can embark on. I walk with you into those dark places, offering sensitivity and kindness, helping you lean into healing connection. Among other issues, I specialize in helping individuals explore issues related to grief, depression and anxiety, gender and sexual orientation identities, and spiritual emergence/y.

Feeling discontent or overwhelmed in your everyday existence? Desire change, but find yourself uncertain about navigating from a sense of stagnation to fulfillment? Whether you're bogged down by challenges of the past, experiencing dissatisfaction in relationships, or longing for personal growth, the path forward may seem unclear. Unsure of how to progress, achieve your goals, and embrace a more authentic life, you find yourself at a crossroads, searching for support and clarity.

Healing begins when a safe space is created and your concerns are validated. This is accomplished by building trust and rapport in a client-centered environment. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to your well-being. As a result, I adapt to the unique challenges presented to find the best treatment modality which will foster growth and satisfaction in your life. Techniques I use to enhance the therapeutic environment include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness techniques.

Pain is part of the human experience. Rather than efforts of eliminating distress, I invite individuals to amplify their awareness of thoughts, sensations, and impulses that contribute to pain and suffering. This mindful practice, coupled with self-compassion, can mobilize healing, increase our ability to manage distress, and expand our resilience. Collaboratively, we will explore options for creating a meaningful life.