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Adam McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Salem, UT 84653
I consider the therapy process a courageous and hallowed experience. It is not easy to share pain, life struggles, and vulnerability with another person. I try to make that process as safe as possible while also facilitating a brave space where one can courageously face difficulties in healing ways. The framework of my practice is honoring and developing compassion for all diverse lived experiences. Every person has a diverse heritage, background, and identity and I strive to work within that context to aid people in their healing process.
I consider the therapy process a courageous and hallowed experience. It is not easy to share pain, life struggles, and vulnerability with another person. I try to make that process as safe as possible while also facilitating a brave space where one can courageously face difficulties in healing ways. The framework of my practice is honoring and developing compassion for all diverse lived experiences. Every person has a diverse heritage, background, and identity and I strive to work within that context to aid people in their healing process.
(385) 263-7696 View (385) 263-7696
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Jay Hafen
Counselor, CMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, UT 84653
Personal, safe, and confidential individual and couples counseling, focusing on alleviating the pain caused by depression and anxiety.
Personal, safe, and confidential individual and couples counseling, focusing on alleviating the pain caused by depression and anxiety.
(385) 217-8523 View (385) 217-8523
Photo of Brittani L. Frade, Counselor in Salem, UT
Brittani L. Frade
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, UT 84653
Not accepting new clients
My purpose is to foster safety and connect individuals with themselves and others as they start this healing journey. My approach is a trauma focused using many different skills like EMDR, equine-assisted therapy, and Deep Brain Reorienting to manage the complexity of trauma. I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, specializing in Equine-Assisted Mental Health, EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training, EMDR Certified, and DBR Trained. I have received advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), and complex trauma training specializing in Structural Dissociation Theory.
My purpose is to foster safety and connect individuals with themselves and others as they start this healing journey. My approach is a trauma focused using many different skills like EMDR, equine-assisted therapy, and Deep Brain Reorienting to manage the complexity of trauma. I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, specializing in Equine-Assisted Mental Health, EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training, EMDR Certified, and DBR Trained. I have received advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), and complex trauma training specializing in Structural Dissociation Theory.
(385) 233-9703 View (385) 233-9703

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Photo of Jayde Scroggs, Marriage & Family Therapist in Salem, UT
Jayde Scroggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
I absolutely love what I do as a therapist. I am collaborative, working with your strengths and helping you access your own skills and resources to overcome your challenges. I believe in empowering you to take action and I love to create a safe environment to explore difficult emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe in you. I am a person-centered therapist. I feel strongly about the inherent capacity of humans to heal and grow.
I absolutely love what I do as a therapist. I am collaborative, working with your strengths and helping you access your own skills and resources to overcome your challenges. I believe in empowering you to take action and I love to create a safe environment to explore difficult emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe in you. I am a person-centered therapist. I feel strongly about the inherent capacity of humans to heal and grow.
(385) 448-5003 View (385) 448-5003
Photo of Phil Scoville, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist in Salem, UT
Phil Scoville, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
As a marriage and family therapist, I have successfully helped many individuals (single adults, college students, and adolescents), couples, and families through the difficulties faced with normal family problems, as well as diagnostically challenging issues. I have worked with people who come from all over Utah Valley. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and families. I love working with youth and young adults as they move through the complexities of life at that time. I look forward to working with you. My office is located at the mouth of Provo Canyon.
As a marriage and family therapist, I have successfully helped many individuals (single adults, college students, and adolescents), couples, and families through the difficulties faced with normal family problems, as well as diagnostically challenging issues. I have worked with people who come from all over Utah Valley. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and families. I love working with youth and young adults as they move through the complexities of life at that time. I look forward to working with you. My office is located at the mouth of Provo Canyon.
(801) 980-7295 View (801) 980-7295
Photo of Joseph Dee Tenney, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Salem, UT
Joseph Dee Tenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
I am accepting new clients and offer Online Counseling via Telehealth. I've provided over 10,000 hours of therapy and like Confucius said, "Choose a job you love, and you will never work a day in your life." I managed LDS Family Services for 13 years and loved directing the 12-step Addiction Recovery Program in Michigan, New York and Pennsylvania. I've been recruited by multiple residential treatment centers, a hospital, a skilled nursing facility, and by an IOP program assessing and treating substance abuse and domestic violence.
I am accepting new clients and offer Online Counseling via Telehealth. I've provided over 10,000 hours of therapy and like Confucius said, "Choose a job you love, and you will never work a day in your life." I managed LDS Family Services for 13 years and loved directing the 12-step Addiction Recovery Program in Michigan, New York and Pennsylvania. I've been recruited by multiple residential treatment centers, a hospital, a skilled nursing facility, and by an IOP program assessing and treating substance abuse and domestic violence.
(801) 701-1644 View (801) 701-1644
Photo of Taylor Cordova, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Salem, UT
Taylor Cordova
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT, EMDR, ART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there! Glad you are here. Searching for a therapist can feel like an overwhelming process, and I'd love to help make it easier. I work best with issues related to trauma, some including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, abuse, self worth, etc. You may be telling yourself that you aren't good enough, capable, or loveable because of your life experiences. I admire the courage and vulnerability it takes to make the first steps towards healing amidst those heavy narratives, feelings, and experiences. I am here to walk that path with you, help you accomplish your goals, and find whatever healing looks like for you.
Hey there! Glad you are here. Searching for a therapist can feel like an overwhelming process, and I'd love to help make it easier. I work best with issues related to trauma, some including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, abuse, self worth, etc. You may be telling yourself that you aren't good enough, capable, or loveable because of your life experiences. I admire the courage and vulnerability it takes to make the first steps towards healing amidst those heavy narratives, feelings, and experiences. I am here to walk that path with you, help you accomplish your goals, and find whatever healing looks like for you.
(801) 331-5832 View (801) 331-5832
Photo of Roy Robins, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Salem, UT
Roy Robins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families find their path to discovering better mental health, increased communication skills and sense of wellbeing. My education, training, and experience includes the diagnosis and treatment of the following: ADD, abuse, anxiety, depression, marriage and family development, substance use, addiction, pornography use, cognitive distortions, men’s issues, faith issues and various diagnostic criteria. My interest and experience also includes working with high school students, older adults and the acquired brain injury population.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families find their path to discovering better mental health, increased communication skills and sense of wellbeing. My education, training, and experience includes the diagnosis and treatment of the following: ADD, abuse, anxiety, depression, marriage and family development, substance use, addiction, pornography use, cognitive distortions, men’s issues, faith issues and various diagnostic criteria. My interest and experience also includes working with high school students, older adults and the acquired brain injury population.
(801) 876-6860 View (801) 876-6860
Photo of Kenneth Fatkin, Marriage & Family Therapist in Salem, UT
Kenneth Fatkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mapleton, UT 84664
I care deeply about your experience. I want you to feel heard and understood. I know just how painful life can be and how powerful it is to have someone truly in your corner. As a therapist, I have training and experience treating relationship struggles, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am EMDR trained, so I can provide extensive help dealing with traumas from your past and present.
I care deeply about your experience. I want you to feel heard and understood. I know just how painful life can be and how powerful it is to have someone truly in your corner. As a therapist, I have training and experience treating relationship struggles, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am EMDR trained, so I can provide extensive help dealing with traumas from your past and present.
(801) 407-4134 View (801) 407-4134
Photo of Erika Cain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Salem, UT
Erika Cain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santaquin, UT 84655
Welcome! I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience in Juvenile Justice Services, Women’s Leadership, Special Education, and Foster Care. I now own and operate Evergreen Family Services as of April 2022 where I focus on trauma and attachment. The clients best served at Evergreen are: Children/teens experiencing concerns with anxiety, depression, grief, and other behavioral concerns or those needing support in understanding and processing past trauma. Children/teens ready to learn skills in emotion identification, coping skills, regulation, communication, social skills, and self esteem.
Welcome! I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience in Juvenile Justice Services, Women’s Leadership, Special Education, and Foster Care. I now own and operate Evergreen Family Services as of April 2022 where I focus on trauma and attachment. The clients best served at Evergreen are: Children/teens experiencing concerns with anxiety, depression, grief, and other behavioral concerns or those needing support in understanding and processing past trauma. Children/teens ready to learn skills in emotion identification, coping skills, regulation, communication, social skills, and self esteem.
(801) 905-8562 View (801) 905-8562
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Spanish Fork Center For Couples and Families
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Relationships are one of the most important things in life. Whether that be with a partner, spouse, parent, child or other family member. We understand that strengthening and maintaining those relationships is at the top or your list. It’s at the top of our list too! Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
Relationships are one of the most important things in life. Whether that be with a partner, spouse, parent, child or other family member. We understand that strengthening and maintaining those relationships is at the top or your list. It’s at the top of our list too! Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
(801) 810-2793 View (801) 810-2793
Photo of Lisa Tensmeyer Hansen, Marriage & Family Therapist in Salem, UT
Lisa Tensmeyer Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Many people feel unhappy and disconnected from themselves and the people they love. If you are wondering if there is anything you can do to strengthen yourself and your relationships, there are answers. New coping skills can help you see yourself and your relationships differently, new brain techniques can help resolve old traumas, and current research can bring understanding. It's never too late to look at your life differently and change what's happening in your world.
Many people feel unhappy and disconnected from themselves and the people they love. If you are wondering if there is anything you can do to strengthen yourself and your relationships, there are answers. New coping skills can help you see yourself and your relationships differently, new brain techniques can help resolve old traumas, and current research can bring understanding. It's never too late to look at your life differently and change what's happening in your world.
(435) 709-5562 View (435) 709-5562
Elizabeth Berman
Counselor, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651  (Online Only)
Elizabeth is compassionately committed to working with clients suffering from a broad spectrum of differing types of mental health issues. She emphasizes improving client self-awareness and growing the capacity to enhance relationships with others. Elizabeth strives to cultivate a strong healthy working relationship with her clients employing mutual respect, authenticity, acceptance, and genuineness. She believes the the therapeutic process is relationships centered.
Elizabeth is compassionately committed to working with clients suffering from a broad spectrum of differing types of mental health issues. She emphasizes improving client self-awareness and growing the capacity to enhance relationships with others. Elizabeth strives to cultivate a strong healthy working relationship with her clients employing mutual respect, authenticity, acceptance, and genuineness. She believes the the therapeutic process is relationships centered.
(385) 270-8379 View (385) 270-8379
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Colton Waldron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Mapleton, UT 84664
Your story is integral to our therapeutic process and will help me understand exactly how I can help you achieve the growth and change that you come to counseling in search of. My clients find a safe space where they can address difficult things as they face life obstacles. It is a brave step to attend counseling and I value the commitment that my clients make by making that first phone call. My goal is to guide you as you work toward your goals and create positive experiences. I specialize in working with infidelity, pornography use and partner trauma, life transitions, relationship improvement, depression and anxiety.
Your story is integral to our therapeutic process and will help me understand exactly how I can help you achieve the growth and change that you come to counseling in search of. My clients find a safe space where they can address difficult things as they face life obstacles. It is a brave step to attend counseling and I value the commitment that my clients make by making that first phone call. My goal is to guide you as you work toward your goals and create positive experiences. I specialize in working with infidelity, pornography use and partner trauma, life transitions, relationship improvement, depression and anxiety.
(801) 784-3704 View (801) 784-3704
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Kylie Hoggan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Kylie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is Zest for Life Counseling’s Executive Director. Kylie completed a Masters in Social Work with Utah Valley University and is currently completing a doctor of social work degree with an emphasis in advanced clinical practice with the University of Kentucky. Kylie has spent majority of her professional career working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality, postnatal mood disorders and insecure attachment within the family unit.
Kylie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is Zest for Life Counseling’s Executive Director. Kylie completed a Masters in Social Work with Utah Valley University and is currently completing a doctor of social work degree with an emphasis in advanced clinical practice with the University of Kentucky. Kylie has spent majority of her professional career working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality, postnatal mood disorders and insecure attachment within the family unit.
(385) 832-6840 View (385) 832-6840
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Denhi Chaney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Mapleton, UT 84664
There are few things in life that bring as much joy as helping people change and grow. I love my work as a therapist and I look forward to helping my clients find confidence and motivation to change and improve their lives. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist and I work with individuals, couples, and families. I am fluent in Spanish and enjoy working with the Latino population with their unique challenges.
There are few things in life that bring as much joy as helping people change and grow. I love my work as a therapist and I look forward to helping my clients find confidence and motivation to change and improve their lives. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist and I work with individuals, couples, and families. I am fluent in Spanish and enjoy working with the Latino population with their unique challenges.
(385) 279-4941 View (385) 279-4941
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Samantha Stinnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663
I care very deeply, and I work hard to create a safe space in therapy where you feel heard and a part of the change process. My person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy allows me to adapt to your specific needs in the therapeutic space.
I care very deeply, and I work hard to create a safe space in therapy where you feel heard and a part of the change process. My person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy allows me to adapt to your specific needs in the therapeutic space.
(385) 999-2434 View (385) 999-2434
Photo of Rae Oakley, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Salem, UT
Rae Oakley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springville, UT 84663  (Online Only)
Trauma and EMDR are my passions due to personal experiences with PTSD and the healing I’ve witnessed and experienced through EMDR. I have worked with individuals in a generalized practice experience including anxiety, depression, OCD, suicidality, childhood abuse, etc... Am gaining an increased skill level with those who have experienced PTSD, complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders (general), & Dissociative Identity Disorder. Attachment Theory, Adaptive Information Processing Model, Polyvagal Theory and Systems Theory are the bases from which I work.
Trauma and EMDR are my passions due to personal experiences with PTSD and the healing I’ve witnessed and experienced through EMDR. I have worked with individuals in a generalized practice experience including anxiety, depression, OCD, suicidality, childhood abuse, etc... Am gaining an increased skill level with those who have experienced PTSD, complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders (general), & Dissociative Identity Disorder. Attachment Theory, Adaptive Information Processing Model, Polyvagal Theory and Systems Theory are the bases from which I work.
(385) 220-6922 View (385) 220-6922
Photo of Nia Fowler-Galloway, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Salem, UT
Nia Fowler-Galloway
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
When you come into my office you don’t need to wear a mask or pose as your best self, because I want to help the part of you that’s struggling and that feels misunderstood. Instead, let me help you slow down and take a look at where you actually are. Let my office be somewhere you don’t have to pretend or wear the “it’s fine” mask. Too often we say the phrase “I should…” But how often does that actually get us where we want to go? Why don’t we try something different, where we stop ourselves from “should-ing” on our lives.
When you come into my office you don’t need to wear a mask or pose as your best self, because I want to help the part of you that’s struggling and that feels misunderstood. Instead, let me help you slow down and take a look at where you actually are. Let my office be somewhere you don’t have to pretend or wear the “it’s fine” mask. Too often we say the phrase “I should…” But how often does that actually get us where we want to go? Why don’t we try something different, where we stop ourselves from “should-ing” on our lives.
(385) 666-0298 View (385) 666-0298
Photo of Jennie Christianson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Salem, UT
Jennie Christianson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
For the past 11 years, I have worked with adolescents and their families in residential treatment and outpatient therapy. This time has only deepened my empathy and understanding for individuals that endure very difficult life circumstances. I admire those seek help and healing. A strong relationship is the foundation of therapy. I am especially skilled at building the trust necessary to address complex behavioral and emotional issues. I especially enjoy helping children, adolescents, and their parents create safety in their homes, improve communication, change negative patterns, and believe that they can heal.
For the past 11 years, I have worked with adolescents and their families in residential treatment and outpatient therapy. This time has only deepened my empathy and understanding for individuals that endure very difficult life circumstances. I admire those seek help and healing. A strong relationship is the foundation of therapy. I am especially skilled at building the trust necessary to address complex behavioral and emotional issues. I especially enjoy helping children, adolescents, and their parents create safety in their homes, improve communication, change negative patterns, and believe that they can heal.
(385) 213-1904 View (385) 213-1904
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.