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Courtney Howard
Counselor, ACMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
As a therapist, I use Interpersonal Psychotherapy and attachment-based approaches in my work.
I approach therapy with a nonjudgmental perspective and a curiosity to understand the unique experiences leading clients to therapy. I believe a strong, genuine connection and collaboration between therapist and client can not only be an opportunity to improve coping skills and process through trauma and other difficulties, but also a catalyst to improving access to experiences of joy and contentment in life. I support clients with their therapy goals whether returning or starting for the first time. Therapy is often a brave journey of exploring the parts of ourselves that we might avoid… feeling scared, sad, angry, confused.
As a therapist, I use Interpersonal Psychotherapy and attachment-based approaches in my work.
I approach therapy with a nonjudgmental perspective and a curiosity to understand the unique experiences leading clients to therapy. I believe a strong, genuine connection and collaboration between therapist and client can not only be an opportunity to improve coping skills and process through trauma and other difficulties, but also a catalyst to improving access to experiences of joy and contentment in life. I support clients with their therapy goals whether returning or starting for the first time. Therapy is often a brave journey of exploring the parts of ourselves that we might avoid… feeling scared, sad, angry, confused.
(385) 462-7163 View (385) 462-7163
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Tracy Golden
Counselor, PhD, CMHC, MSW
Verified Verified
My theoretical background is psychodynamic and attachment-based.
Welcome to my practice! The world is changing in profound ways. I am here to help you navigate these new realities in your family, work and love relationships. My therapy style with both couples and individuals is warm, collaborative and nurturing. For couples, I will help guide you out of distress and back to loving connection, paying close attention to emotional intimacy, differences in sexual desire, chronic fighting, communication breakdowns and infidelity/betrayals. For individuals, I will help you find your way back from depression, anxiety, grief and relationship challenges. Let me help you grow and flourish.
My theoretical background is psychodynamic and attachment-based.
Welcome to my practice! The world is changing in profound ways. I am here to help you navigate these new realities in your family, work and love relationships. My therapy style with both couples and individuals is warm, collaborative and nurturing. For couples, I will help guide you out of distress and back to loving connection, paying close attention to emotional intimacy, differences in sexual desire, chronic fighting, communication breakdowns and infidelity/betrayals. For individuals, I will help you find your way back from depression, anxiety, grief and relationship challenges. Let me help you grow and flourish.
(801) 919-8092 View (801) 919-8092
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Deb Sylvester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
I use methods including mindfulness, Somatic EMDR,Jungian psychology,, trauma-informed care, and attachment-based therapies to facilitate this discovery and healing process.
My practice is about creating and enhancing a meaningful life. Through a belief that our disturbances--about ourselves, others or life in general - lead us to the doorway of toward wholeness, we work together to unfold the seed of the solution from within the problems. Thus, I approach each client with a desire to follow and facilitate their unique healing process. Through deep compassion toward self, dreamwork and process work, I identify lesser conscious aspects of one's self, which we work together to bring into awareness. With this awareness one can find more meaning and a stronger purpose in life.
I use methods including mindfulness, Somatic EMDR,Jungian psychology,, trauma-informed care, and attachment-based therapies to facilitate this discovery and healing process.
My practice is about creating and enhancing a meaningful life. Through a belief that our disturbances--about ourselves, others or life in general - lead us to the doorway of toward wholeness, we work together to unfold the seed of the solution from within the problems. Thus, I approach each client with a desire to follow and facilitate their unique healing process. Through deep compassion toward self, dreamwork and process work, I identify lesser conscious aspects of one's self, which we work together to bring into awareness. With this awareness one can find more meaning and a stronger purpose in life.
(801) 784-6754 View (801) 784-6754
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Chelsea Chang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84116  (Online Only)
The types of therapy I offer include Attachment-Based, Coaching, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Feminist, Grief Support Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Multicultural, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2019, and I have experience supporting young adults and adults with concerns such as addictions, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship/ family issues, and anger management. My ideal client would like to resolve these issues by empowering themselves to learn how to counter negative thoughts, regulate emotions, tolerate moments of distress, communicate effectively, and mindfully stay within the present moment. My ideal client would like to learn these skills in order to manifest their ideal life and be the best version of themselves.
The types of therapy I offer include Attachment-Based, Coaching, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Feminist, Grief Support Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Multicultural, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2019, and I have experience supporting young adults and adults with concerns such as addictions, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship/ family issues, and anger management. My ideal client would like to resolve these issues by empowering themselves to learn how to counter negative thoughts, regulate emotions, tolerate moments of distress, communicate effectively, and mindfully stay within the present moment. My ideal client would like to learn these skills in order to manifest their ideal life and be the best version of themselves.
(609) 795-7179 View (609) 795-7179
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InSight Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84121
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. At InSight Psychological Services, we believe that a strong therapeutic relationship based on compassion, genuineness and non-judgement is vital to success in therapy. Building a connection that is supportive and authentic can provide space for you to understand the habits and patterns that make you feel hopeless and stuck. Together, we can work towards finding hope, growth, and change.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. At InSight Psychological Services, we believe that a strong therapeutic relationship based on compassion, genuineness and non-judgement is vital to success in therapy. Building a connection that is supportive and authentic can provide space for you to understand the habits and patterns that make you feel hopeless and stuck. Together, we can work towards finding hope, growth, and change.
(801) 769-0674 View (801) 769-0674
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Chrys Gerber
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84070
Waitlist for new clients
There are things in life that can lead us adrift, where we may feel that something is missing, have dissatisfaction with our life, or feel stuck in a situation that is draining and dysfunctional but do not know the way out. I’ve found the experiences of our developmental years, to often color the way we see the world, and can create patterns that hinder access to our true self, and thus, a full and conscious life. I believe that authenticity, resilience, and self-efficacy are crucial to living a satisfying life, and I want to help you move through the wounds that have kept you from getting there.
There are things in life that can lead us adrift, where we may feel that something is missing, have dissatisfaction with our life, or feel stuck in a situation that is draining and dysfunctional but do not know the way out. I’ve found the experiences of our developmental years, to often color the way we see the world, and can create patterns that hinder access to our true self, and thus, a full and conscious life. I believe that authenticity, resilience, and self-efficacy are crucial to living a satisfying life, and I want to help you move through the wounds that have kept you from getting there.
(801) 758-8552 View (801) 758-8552
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Sarah MacCombie
Counselor, OTL, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84106
As your therapist, my intention is to create a safe environment for you to be and explore yourself.  Together we'll bring awareness to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, body sensations, values, desires, memories and more, to deeply understand what its like for you to be you. Awareness opens the door for understanding, self-love, and change. To support your therapeutic journey, I use Transpersonal therapy, Gestalt therapy, Somatic-based trauma therapy, Process Work, CBT, dream work, inner child work, and shadow work. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and affirming letter writing.
As your therapist, my intention is to create a safe environment for you to be and explore yourself.  Together we'll bring awareness to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, body sensations, values, desires, memories and more, to deeply understand what its like for you to be you. Awareness opens the door for understanding, self-love, and change. To support your therapeutic journey, I use Transpersonal therapy, Gestalt therapy, Somatic-based trauma therapy, Process Work, CBT, dream work, inner child work, and shadow work. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and affirming letter writing.
(385) 220-8890 View (385) 220-8890
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Peter Sanders
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84124  (Online Only)
I have 9 years of experience working with late adolescents and adults treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and relationship concerns. I have also published in top therapy journals and presented at national conferences about how to use technology to help ensure that clients are benefitting from treatment and how to be sensitive to a client’s religious and spiritual values. I use state of the art tools to measure whether we are working well together. This approach allows us to take an evidence-based perspective to treatment, in which we see if what we are doing together is working for you.
I have 9 years of experience working with late adolescents and adults treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and relationship concerns. I have also published in top therapy journals and presented at national conferences about how to use technology to help ensure that clients are benefitting from treatment and how to be sensitive to a client’s religious and spiritual values. I use state of the art tools to measure whether we are working well together. This approach allows us to take an evidence-based perspective to treatment, in which we see if what we are doing together is working for you.
(385) 220-0324 View (385) 220-0324
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NeuroImaginal Institute Dr. Shannon Simonelli
Art Therapist, PhD, ATR
Verified Verified
Holladay, UT 84117
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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Amy Edwards
Counselor, CMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Amy helps you to find the insight you need so your story can make sense again. We can all become unsure of how we got to where we are, where we are headed, and even what would make things better. We become emotionally, relationally, and even physically stuck, reacting in ways that are ineffective at best, and often just plain counterproductive. Amy brings to therapy a number of different approaches to assist you in finding personal insight, motivation, and connection. She supports clients in the act of turning to their internal experience as a guide to forming connections, making decisions, moving through difficult experiences.
Amy helps you to find the insight you need so your story can make sense again. We can all become unsure of how we got to where we are, where we are headed, and even what would make things better. We become emotionally, relationally, and even physically stuck, reacting in ways that are ineffective at best, and often just plain counterproductive. Amy brings to therapy a number of different approaches to assist you in finding personal insight, motivation, and connection. She supports clients in the act of turning to their internal experience as a guide to forming connections, making decisions, moving through difficult experiences.
(385) 213-2307 View (385) 213-2307
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Aida Aghajanyan
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHC
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84070  (Online Only)
Unprocessed pain and emotional wounds can deepen over time and cause us to disconnect from ourselves and others. My purpose is to help individuals develop more authentic and secure relationships with themselves and others while experiencing hope, healing, and emotional growth. I help guide individuals through a process of self-discovery and provide tools to connect with inner strengths and resources that bring about emotional healing and personal growth. I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, and related issues.
Unprocessed pain and emotional wounds can deepen over time and cause us to disconnect from ourselves and others. My purpose is to help individuals develop more authentic and secure relationships with themselves and others while experiencing hope, healing, and emotional growth. I help guide individuals through a process of self-discovery and provide tools to connect with inner strengths and resources that bring about emotional healing and personal growth. I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, and related issues.
(385) 899-2798 View (385) 899-2798
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Glade Woolstenhulme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Glade is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) with seven years of experience working in various Dual-Diagnose mental health, and substance abuse centers across the country. Glade specializes in a Multicultural Clinical Practice and has a deep awareness of his social and cultural identities. He utilizes person-in-environment as an organizing perspective, his multi-cultural social work practice addresses the bio-psycho-social and spiritual functioning of individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Glade is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) with seven years of experience working in various Dual-Diagnose mental health, and substance abuse centers across the country. Glade specializes in a Multicultural Clinical Practice and has a deep awareness of his social and cultural identities. He utilizes person-in-environment as an organizing perspective, his multi-cultural social work practice addresses the bio-psycho-social and spiritual functioning of individuals, couples, families, and groups.
(385) 644-9899 View (385) 644-9899
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Haley Choice-Tapia
Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I strive to create brave, affirming spaces free of shame for clients to design authentic lives and learn tools that deepen connections in relationships. I work from several evidence-based & trauma-informed therapy models and take a non-pathological approach. Together, we will look for experiences that have created patterns & explore how you have learned to connect with others. We will utilize somatic work, such as EMDR & Expressive Art, to learn how your body responds to life experiences & create more awareness of your subconscious. And we will apply mindfulness & coping skills to practice self-compassion, acceptance, & empowerment.
I strive to create brave, affirming spaces free of shame for clients to design authentic lives and learn tools that deepen connections in relationships. I work from several evidence-based & trauma-informed therapy models and take a non-pathological approach. Together, we will look for experiences that have created patterns & explore how you have learned to connect with others. We will utilize somatic work, such as EMDR & Expressive Art, to learn how your body responds to life experiences & create more awareness of your subconscious. And we will apply mindfulness & coping skills to practice self-compassion, acceptance, & empowerment.
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Emily Mullenax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Ever feel like you're on the outside looking in? Maybe it's your gender, your weight, your sexual orientation, your race, your spiritual beliefs, your past experiences... Somehow you just don't fit. You tell yourself if you could find the right person, or look a certain way, or just forget about what happened to you, you'd break through. Instead, all these reasons pile up and separate you from the life you "should" be living. Sound familiar? I work with clients every day who struggle to connect, and I see how the loneliness eats at them. They're so desperate for change, but they feel trapped by old patterns.
Ever feel like you're on the outside looking in? Maybe it's your gender, your weight, your sexual orientation, your race, your spiritual beliefs, your past experiences... Somehow you just don't fit. You tell yourself if you could find the right person, or look a certain way, or just forget about what happened to you, you'd break through. Instead, all these reasons pile up and separate you from the life you "should" be living. Sound familiar? I work with clients every day who struggle to connect, and I see how the loneliness eats at them. They're so desperate for change, but they feel trapped by old patterns.
(385) 220-8612 View (385) 220-8612
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Priyanka Thapa
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84106
“I want to empower every individual to discover their own purpose and embrace their own uniqueness” Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile page. I am a Clinical Social Worker in Utah with an MSW from New York University. Working as a clinical social worker has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I have worked with a variety of cultures and welcome the challenge of helping each individual reach his or her full potential. Using a holistic approach, I collaborate with my clients to establish a trusting and nurturing environment where every thought is worth consideration and every one is respected.
“I want to empower every individual to discover their own purpose and embrace their own uniqueness” Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile page. I am a Clinical Social Worker in Utah with an MSW from New York University. Working as a clinical social worker has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I have worked with a variety of cultures and welcome the challenge of helping each individual reach his or her full potential. Using a holistic approach, I collaborate with my clients to establish a trusting and nurturing environment where every thought is worth consideration and every one is respected.
(385) 200-9722 x2 View (385) 200-9722 x2
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Elizabeth A. Beckmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84070
Finding a therapist and beginning treatment can feel overwhelming, yet the benefits and healing that are possible through therapy are worth taking the leap. You are in the right place to begin your healing process! My goal is to provide you and your family with the specific treatment, support, empowerment, knowledge, and guidance needed to help you to work through challenging issues, build resiliency, and accomplish your life goals. With the right therapeutic treatment, and dedicated effort on your part, you will be able to get through this tough time, accomplish long-term change, and move in the direction of your goals and dreams.
Finding a therapist and beginning treatment can feel overwhelming, yet the benefits and healing that are possible through therapy are worth taking the leap. You are in the right place to begin your healing process! My goal is to provide you and your family with the specific treatment, support, empowerment, knowledge, and guidance needed to help you to work through challenging issues, build resiliency, and accomplish your life goals. With the right therapeutic treatment, and dedicated effort on your part, you will be able to get through this tough time, accomplish long-term change, and move in the direction of your goals and dreams.
(385) 247-2132 View (385) 247-2132
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Chloe Agyin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, MSW
Verified Verified
My clinical experience has included working with individuals who have survived trauma, and / or have experienced anxiety, depression and grief. I currently practice individual therapy with adults (18 years old and up) from our BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, as well as those with complex PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Our goals in therapy will primarily focus on developing self-compassion and self-awareness, as well as promoting self-understanding, love and acceptance.
My clinical experience has included working with individuals who have survived trauma, and / or have experienced anxiety, depression and grief. I currently practice individual therapy with adults (18 years old and up) from our BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, as well as those with complex PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Our goals in therapy will primarily focus on developing self-compassion and self-awareness, as well as promoting self-understanding, love and acceptance.
(385) 475-5590 View (385) 475-5590
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Corner Canyon Counseling & Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Draper, UT 84020
Appointments are available same week of as Winter, 2022! We know that it takes great courage to seek help for your problems. We seek to respect your courage to heal by providing quality psychotherapy in a safe, warm, and comfortable setting.
Appointments are available same week of as Winter, 2022! We know that it takes great courage to seek help for your problems. We seek to respect your courage to heal by providing quality psychotherapy in a safe, warm, and comfortable setting.
(801) 335-6349 View (801) 335-6349
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Holistic Elements
Counselor, LCMHC, MP
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
I am trained in the "Best-Practice" and "Evidence-Based" trauma modality, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. I enjoy treating people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Domestic Abuse, Panic, Phobia's and Mood Disorders. It is my goal to educate and equip all my clients with tools that will empower them to improve their mental health. I use traditional therapeutic techniques like :CBT, EMDR, Client-Centered, etc. but I also intertwine holistic approaches like: yoga, mineral oils, diet, exercise, meditation, etc. I look forward to meeting you and helping you through your path to peace, happiness and health.
I am trained in the "Best-Practice" and "Evidence-Based" trauma modality, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. I enjoy treating people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Domestic Abuse, Panic, Phobia's and Mood Disorders. It is my goal to educate and equip all my clients with tools that will empower them to improve their mental health. I use traditional therapeutic techniques like :CBT, EMDR, Client-Centered, etc. but I also intertwine holistic approaches like: yoga, mineral oils, diet, exercise, meditation, etc. I look forward to meeting you and helping you through your path to peace, happiness and health.
(801) 784-3047 View (801) 784-3047
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Barbara Ann Danner
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taylorsville, UT 84123
My career began in the field of Substance Abuse. From there I have been working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults with various mental diagnoses over the past 13 years. I am involved in various Human Rights campaigns and a firm believer in equality. My philosophy is simple, provide no-nonsense, affordable care for the people.
My career began in the field of Substance Abuse. From there I have been working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults with various mental diagnoses over the past 13 years. I am involved in various Human Rights campaigns and a firm believer in equality. My philosophy is simple, provide no-nonsense, affordable care for the people.
(801) 528-7413 View (801) 528-7413

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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.