Person-Centered Psychiatrists in Utah

Don't wait 2 weeks, appointments available! Dr. Lopez-Larson is a board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and received her MD from the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine. She performed her adult and child psychiatry training at Harvard Medical School training sites including Massachusetts General Hospital/McLean Hospital and Cambridge Hospital, respectively. She has been practicing for almost 20 years in a variety of settings including academic research, inpatient, residential and outpatient psychiatric services.

Dr. Moyers is a graduate of the University of Utah's top-ranked Doctor of Nursing Practice program in Psychiatry and Mental Health where he was an R. Harold Burton Fellow. He has worked in all levels of psychiatric care over the last 12 years. His experience began as a psychiatric technician working with pediatric and adolescent patients, as a nurse with young adults in addiction recovery, and then as a charge nurse at the Utah State Hospital pediatric unit. Doctorate-level internships were completed at Polizzi Clinic, the Utah State Hospital, the VA Hospital, and West Ridge Academy.

Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a resource on your journey to better mental health. I'm dedicated to partnering with you to navigate life's challenges and transformations. My ideal client is someone who is seeking meaningful change and growth, and who is open to exploring a multifaceted approach to achieve their mental health goals. This individual is willing to invest effort into their own well-being. I believe in the strength of combining therapies (The Developmental Model, CBT, Reality therapy, the Gottman method and ketamine-assisted therapy) with mindful lifestyle changes and a reframed perspective.

Dr. Kristen Dawson takes a holistic approach to mental health care using a combination of medications, therapy, and lifestyle interventions to help her clients improve their mood, confidence, functioning, and relationships. She treats individuals with a broad range of conditions, embracing a humanistic-existential perspective that promotes autonomy and highlights each person's unique strengths, needs, and goals. With a warm and relaxed style, she strives to cultivate trusting relationships with her clients and draws from an array of therapeutic modalities to guide the journey toward their most fulfilling lives.

Red Sands Psychiatry believes a healthy life full of joy is attainable for all, and we are eager to help our patients find that life. We strive to create a compassionate environment where we take time to get to know our patients, to understand their lives and how their diagnoses impact them and their loved ones. We believe in supporting our patients in their lifestyles and creating an atmosphere of acceptance and community. A team approach and collaborative care is necessary. We engage with our patients, their support team and additional healthcare providers to create holistic, research based, cost-effective, treatment plans.

Simply put, in my practice my patients get better. People need to feel seen and heard. They are looking for acceptance, hope and individualism. While you are in my care this will provided for each of you. Each treatment plan will be uniquely designed for you, taking into account the mind body connection to achieve individual remission. We will utilize blood work, lab/genetic testing to objectively treat both body and mind. This holistic approach also encompasses tools like therapy, mindfulness, spirituality, authenticity and connection. With the combination of the correct meds and these tools, remission can and will be achieved.

Red Sands Psychiatry believes a healthy life full of joy is attainable for all, and we are eager to help our patients find that life. We strive to create a compassionate environment where we take time to get to know our patients, to understand their lives and how their diagnoses impact them and their loved ones. We believe in supporting our patients in their lifestyles and creating an atmosphere of acceptance and community. A team approach and collaborative care is necessary. We engage with our patients, their support team and additional healthcare providers to create holistic, research based, cost-effective, treatment plans.

Hello, I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health. I completed a post-doctorate residency at the SLC VA and have a certificate for object relations therapy. I am dedicated to my clients and I believe in treating each person as a whole. I realize that each individual is different and unique so I make sure to consider all psychosocial factors for both medication management and therapy. ****Currently accepting self pay and now accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield, UUHP Healthy Preferred or Healthy Premier plans, and HMHI-BHN***

Dr. Bentley graduated with an Associate’s Degree of Science in Nursing from Weber State University, a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing from Western Governor’s University, and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Utah. He has been working in healthcare for the past 8 years with a wide variety of experience including patients of all ages, while in inpatient, outpatient, and homecare settings.

Accepting new patients! Are you feeling overwhelmed? Taking the first step towards healing can be daunting, but you're not alone on this journey. I am here to help guide you towards a more fulfilling life with symptom relief. I believe in fostering a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust and respect. Together, we will create an effective treatment plan tailored to you. I combine evidence-based techniques with a holistic approach, taking into account your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. My goal is to support you in restoring and maintaining a healthier state of mind.

I work with individuals & families of all ages, across all mental health conditions. Here are a few of the services I offer: Ketamine therapy & Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Depression & OCD, ADHD testing, Autism evals, Pharmacogenetics, and Clinical Trials (MDD, BPD, PTSD).

Experienced in medication management for: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Stress Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Somatization, Insomnia/Sleep Problems, Adjustment disorders, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD and Grief & Bereavement.

Open and seeing patients. No Wait! We take most commercial insurances. Karl Tucker believes that good mental health requires a holistic approach incorporating all aspects of life, including exercise programs, mindfulness and meditation, social relationship improvement, nutrition, and sleep regimes.

My name is Dr. Johnson. I love to help people dealing with real-life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and those struggling with self-defeating behaviors. Delivering a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental environment and making a difference is what it is all about. My passion is assisting others in their journey, will prescribe medication, if needed, as I can make a difference. I am here to help. WEBSITE: www.progressivepsych.org (Book Online Today!)

My name is Viveca Falks. I am a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a prescribing provider who can diagnose and treat ADHD, depression, anxiety disorder, post-partum depression and insomnia. You want to feel better but don't know how to get there or who you can trust. You may have felt rushed and not listened to in the past. Medication side effects minimized or side effects not explained thoroughly. You may have had negative experiences in the world of psychiatric care which makes you nervous to try again but are hopeful.

My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that may include therapy with medication management. My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychiatry care. I treat a number of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders.

Dr. Simmons received an MD overseas and a DNP from the University of Utah. She is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has nearly 20 years' experience in healthcare. Having lived in four countries with different cultures, she understands that each individual is the outcome of the complex interactions of their biopsychosocial factors and that trauma can have profound negative effects in people's lives. She respects people’s perspectives from all walks of life. She loves to assist people in improving the quality of their lives with evidence-based medical knowledge and psychotherapy skills.

I believe that medications are meant to put us in control of our moods, our anxiety, and our cognition.

Dr. Palombo is skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, as well as individual, family, and group psychotherapy. She uses a collaborative approach to treatment, exploring the psychological, biological, behavioral, and social factors contributing to each individuals circumstance. She specializes in children and adolescents but has been managing outpatient psychiatric care for all ages as well as providing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation since 2017. She has had extensive training in TMS and utilizes cutting edge evidence-based research to provide not only effective but personalized treatment options.