Therapists in Alpine, UT

If you are seeking a catalyst for creativity and change, or a safe container for processing events and circumstances, I will be able to help you with non-pathologizing, traditional and non-traditional services for wellness, trauma, life transitions, behavior modification, spirituality, performance, and groundedness. I believe in human connection and the healing powers of validation, being heard, at times challenged, and seen. I bring myself to the room with my clients and "go there" with them, healing along the spectrum from learning how to experience the deepest wells, to planning coordinated, intellecutalized courses of action.

In life, difficult situations occur. These experiences can make us anxious, question ourselves and our self-worth, and affect our ability to connect with others and plan for the future we desire. Through EMDR, ART, and a mix of other empirically based modalities, it is possible to heal from past trauma, feel more empowered, and increase life satisfaction generally. I have been in the field for twenty years and a therapist for thirteen. I have also been an administrator, supervisor, and trainer for therapists. During that time, I have come to appreciate how change is possible in our lives and in our relationships with others.

I have experience working with young children, pre-teens, teens, young adults, couples, parents, and adults. Each phase of life has its own nuances, and I love to walk alongside my clients as they navigate the difficult and unexpected circumstances that can occur. As a parent myself, I am particularly passionate about empowering parents, addressing child-parent attachment, and treating child behavioral concerns. I have also been trained in EMDR and have experience working with both complex trauma and single incident traumas.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.

I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults and those who have experienced any type of trauma. I have worked extensively with individuals and families who are healing from the impact of sexual abuse. I see the resilience of families every day and help them navigate the healing process. I have experience treating suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, adjustment issues, transition to adulthood and grief/loss.

It is not easy to ask for help! If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find peace, joy, and serenity, so that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. My aim is to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.

Sometimes the roller coaster ride of life derails us and we need help. Having experienced many unexpected turns and a few derailments in my own life I'm ideally suited to help people find solutions and hope even when all they are feeling is despair. I would love the opportunity to help you with whatever circumstance you find yourself in whether it be problems in your personal life, marriage, parenting, addictions or mental illness. I feel passionate about helping people get on track so they can have a happy and meaningful life.

I have been working as a Marriage & Family Therapist for over a decade now, and it has truly been the privilege of a lifetime! I believe my clients have everything they need within themselves to heal, find meaning, and thrive, but we all need support, connection, and collaboration to grow perspective and make lasting changes. I see individuals, couples, and family relationships, ranging from adolescence through adulthood. I work from several approaches and do my best to tailor therapy to my clients’ personalities, temperaments, and functional abilities.

Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.

We offer individual, marriage, and family therapy for teens and adults. We offer treatment for anxiety, depression, family conflict, marital issues, blending families and post-divorce therapy among others. Utilizing the latest research we treat clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution Focused, EMDR, play therapy, Trauma Focused-CBT, and Narrative therapy. We believe most responses are adaptive rather than dysfunctional, and that there is strength within every person. Let us help you find it.

Have you been feeling like nothing you do is ever good enough...in your marriage, relationships, as a new parent, or in your life? It is not uncommon that thoughts like this can lead you to feel depressed, anxious, stressed, lonely, and out of control in your life. You may be experiencing some of these challenges and feel you have done all you can to cope, yet find things are not changing or improving. You may feel stuck and not know exactly where to go for help, who the best person would be to talk to, or what to expect from therapy. These are normal questions and concerns. I want to reassure you…You are in the right place!

Meadowbrook Counseling welcomes families of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We strive to help you improve mental health and strengthen family relationships by providing competent and compassionate counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Everyone has a unique history and set of problems. We will help you navigate the challenges you face and heal your trauma.

Life can be difficult. Many challenges face us and we can all use a little guidance or just an empathetic listening ear at times. At Innsaei, you will discover ways to calm the waves of your inner world, so you can live a whole and peaceful life. We offer many options for you to work in creative and effective ways, all personally customized to you and your needs, helping you gain insight, skills, and processes so you can navigate through the challenges encountered along life's journey.

I know that it is not easy facing life's issues. Talking about them and learning to manage life differently can increase our ability to live happy, more productive lives. My person-oriented style of counseling helps to build the necessary skills one needs for more satisfying relationships and life experiences. I would be grateful to be included in your healing process. I especially love to help improve the physical connection in couples, and help overcome and heal unhealthy cultural or emotional traumas that may be inhibiting the ability to have a fulfilling sexual relationship.

For anyone who struggles to get free of what limits their life, to move past the disappointments, hurts, and fears of their past, I offer support and help. We will work together to find your own unique and powerful process for growth and healing.