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Justin K Stum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Saint George, UT 84770
I have been treating clients for the past 20 years assisting them on a personal journey of self-discovery and healing. Are you dealing with strained relationships or battling depression or anxiety? Looking for help and solutions from past trauma, increasing feelings of self-worth, marriage or relationship conflict? I can assist you in greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I'm committed and passionate about helping people improve individual, couple and family relationships. I know that a safe, comfortable and confidential environment is essential in that process. Hop on over and visit me online at www.JustinStum.com
I have been treating clients for the past 20 years assisting them on a personal journey of self-discovery and healing. Are you dealing with strained relationships or battling depression or anxiety? Looking for help and solutions from past trauma, increasing feelings of self-worth, marriage or relationship conflict? I can assist you in greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I'm committed and passionate about helping people improve individual, couple and family relationships. I know that a safe, comfortable and confidential environment is essential in that process. Hop on over and visit me online at www.JustinStum.com
(435) 574-9193 View (435) 574-9193
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Jacquelin Hahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84111  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping others make peace with their suffering and overall live a more grounded life. I work with individuals (adolescents to adults), couples and families. I love helping others find new meaning after trauma and grief, manage depression and anxiety, as well as help others build healthy self-esteem. I specialize in teaching tools to help others better communicate and repair relationships, heal attachment wounds, gain skills to set healthy boundaries, time manage, build a secure attachment, self-motivate, and adjust to life changes, including medical diagnosis, breakups/divorce, loss, and career changes.
I am passionate about helping others make peace with their suffering and overall live a more grounded life. I work with individuals (adolescents to adults), couples and families. I love helping others find new meaning after trauma and grief, manage depression and anxiety, as well as help others build healthy self-esteem. I specialize in teaching tools to help others better communicate and repair relationships, heal attachment wounds, gain skills to set healthy boundaries, time manage, build a secure attachment, self-motivate, and adjust to life changes, including medical diagnosis, breakups/divorce, loss, and career changes.
(385) 334-3466 View (385) 334-3466
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Emree Pugmire
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lehi, UT 84043
Life is hard, but it is not hopeless. There are many circumstances we would not choose to be part of our lives. These circumstances may even limit our choices. I have learned that it doesn't really matter if these limiting circumstances were brought on by yourself or others, if they were intentional or unintentional consequences of past or present behaviors, or if they are randomly introduced. Regardless, they are absolutely frustrating, painful, and time consuming. I am honored to work with individuals and families who are seeking professional support in these times.
Life is hard, but it is not hopeless. There are many circumstances we would not choose to be part of our lives. These circumstances may even limit our choices. I have learned that it doesn't really matter if these limiting circumstances were brought on by yourself or others, if they were intentional or unintentional consequences of past or present behaviors, or if they are randomly introduced. Regardless, they are absolutely frustrating, painful, and time consuming. I am honored to work with individuals and families who are seeking professional support in these times.
(385) 220-7819 View (385) 220-7819
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Charity Hotton
Marriage & Family Therapist, SSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Draper, UT 84020
Waitlist for new clients
I work with couples and families in crisis, when they feel that they are not able to connect with one another or get needs met. The focus is on helping my clients establish or reestablish meaningful connections through secure attachment and relationships of trust. I help families through the process of pre and post adoption to help navigate the complex emotions surrounding adding a member to the family. I focus on is helping individuals, couples, and families resolve lingering childhood issues to be able to embrace positive relationships. I work with clients through life-stages changes from adolescence through retirement.
I work with couples and families in crisis, when they feel that they are not able to connect with one another or get needs met. The focus is on helping my clients establish or reestablish meaningful connections through secure attachment and relationships of trust. I help families through the process of pre and post adoption to help navigate the complex emotions surrounding adding a member to the family. I focus on is helping individuals, couples, and families resolve lingering childhood issues to be able to embrace positive relationships. I work with clients through life-stages changes from adolescence through retirement.
(385) 217-6372 View (385) 217-6372
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Joyce Clements
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint George, UT 84770
Therapy is often mistaken as the last resort for people with serious struggles, but everyone experiences bouts of confusion, anxiety, sadness, fear, and grief. Many of us have experienced neglect, abuse, or trauma, and talking to a therapist can help create clarity about what to do next. Therapy may be the answer to making the life improvements that you need. If you feel depressed, alone, or lost, a therapist can often help guide you to find the strength and perseverance to improve your state of mind. My passions are in social justice. I believe everyone needs to be heard and understood in order for communities to thrive.
Therapy is often mistaken as the last resort for people with serious struggles, but everyone experiences bouts of confusion, anxiety, sadness, fear, and grief. Many of us have experienced neglect, abuse, or trauma, and talking to a therapist can help create clarity about what to do next. Therapy may be the answer to making the life improvements that you need. If you feel depressed, alone, or lost, a therapist can often help guide you to find the strength and perseverance to improve your state of mind. My passions are in social justice. I believe everyone needs to be heard and understood in order for communities to thrive.
(435) 319-0177 View (435) 319-0177
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Christina Franco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84403
I want to help you heal from traumatic events you have experienced in your life. I am trained in EMDR treatment. I have helped many clients through EMDR to reduce the cause of stress brought on by trauma. I also have experience in working with those recovering from sexual abuse/ sexual assault.
I want to help you heal from traumatic events you have experienced in your life. I am trained in EMDR treatment. I have helped many clients through EMDR to reduce the cause of stress brought on by trauma. I also have experience in working with those recovering from sexual abuse/ sexual assault.
(385) 442-9581 View (385) 442-9581
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Joseph Dee Tenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
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
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Hannah Allred Richins
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHCi, MSFP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandy, UT 84094
I understand that life can be challenging, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed at times. I'm dedicated to helping my clients achieve greater self-awareness and realize their full potential. My approach centers on understanding the factors that impact mental health and gaining a deeper insight into how thoughts and beliefs shape behavior. You're not alone in this journey. Together, we can work towards creating a healthier and happier version of yourself.
I understand that life can be challenging, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed at times. I'm dedicated to helping my clients achieve greater self-awareness and realize their full potential. My approach centers on understanding the factors that impact mental health and gaining a deeper insight into how thoughts and beliefs shape behavior. You're not alone in this journey. Together, we can work towards creating a healthier and happier version of yourself.
(385) 334-6129 View (385) 334-6129
Photo of Melanie J Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist in Utah
Melanie J Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Mapleton, UT 84664
Art City Family Counseling is specially designed to promote health and healing for the entire family system. It has an individual/couple session room, a sand tray room, and a dedicated play therapy room to facilitate health and healing for even the youngest clients. Additionally, groups are offered with various focuses such as depression and anxiety support, parent-child relational training,and foster/adoption support.
Art City Family Counseling is specially designed to promote health and healing for the entire family system. It has an individual/couple session room, a sand tray room, and a dedicated play therapy room to facilitate health and healing for even the youngest clients. Additionally, groups are offered with various focuses such as depression and anxiety support, parent-child relational training,and foster/adoption support.
(801) 471-0080 View (801) 471-0080
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Mountain View Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, APRN-FN, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84065
Immediate openings available for therapy and medication management. If you find yourself feeling more worried or sad than usual, you're not alone. Therapy can help you gain valuable tools to feel better. We can also provide support with parenting issues, stress, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationships! You may be surprised at how much better you can feel after just one session. Making emotional health a priority now can help you get back to enjoying life sooner. Now seeing clients in person and by telehealth for therapy and med management in St. George and Riverton.
Immediate openings available for therapy and medication management. If you find yourself feeling more worried or sad than usual, you're not alone. Therapy can help you gain valuable tools to feel better. We can also provide support with parenting issues, stress, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationships! You may be surprised at how much better you can feel after just one session. Making emotional health a priority now can help you get back to enjoying life sooner. Now seeing clients in person and by telehealth for therapy and med management in St. George and Riverton.
(801) 438-4937 View (801) 438-4937
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Carrie Scott
Counselor, MSc, CMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millcreek, UT 84117
You are capable and it's easy to create superhuman expectations for yourself. But when you are a helper who is supposed to have it all together all of the time, you can become exhausted, burned out, depressed, isolated, numb, anxious, overwhelmed, reactive, resentful, and traumatized. Your sleep, job performance, and relationships can suffer. You might even experience compassion fatigue as you operate more and more in survival mode. But you are not alone. And you’re in the right place.
You are capable and it's easy to create superhuman expectations for yourself. But when you are a helper who is supposed to have it all together all of the time, you can become exhausted, burned out, depressed, isolated, numb, anxious, overwhelmed, reactive, resentful, and traumatized. Your sleep, job performance, and relationships can suffer. You might even experience compassion fatigue as you operate more and more in survival mode. But you are not alone. And you’re in the right place.
(801) 751-5893 View (801) 751-5893
Photo of Stella Dadgari, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Utah
Stella Dadgari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Millcreek, UT 84107
I am interested in working with you and your goals to help you understand your needs and how to ask for them. We can explore your complex challenges and work together to find lifelong solutions to help you reconnect to the truest you. My work focuses on trauma, I will likely explore your current triggers and where they are rooted in your past. I can help you understand and heal intergenerational trauma and complex PTSD. I have a history of working with those who are experiencing catastrophic illness, trauma resulting from active duty, military sexual trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQ+.
I am interested in working with you and your goals to help you understand your needs and how to ask for them. We can explore your complex challenges and work together to find lifelong solutions to help you reconnect to the truest you. My work focuses on trauma, I will likely explore your current triggers and where they are rooted in your past. I can help you understand and heal intergenerational trauma and complex PTSD. I have a history of working with those who are experiencing catastrophic illness, trauma resulting from active duty, military sexual trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQ+.
(385) 380-4485 View (385) 380-4485
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Malia McDermott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint George, UT 84770
I am an empathetic therapist specializing in the treatment of children and young adults. I enjoy using Play Therapy techniques, as play is truly the language children use for communicating and healing. I enjoy the challenge, honesty, and rewards of working with kids. I have experience working with co-parenting, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum, ADHD, addiction, violence related issues, and LGTBQ. I also enjoy working with parents, utilizing some techniques from Gottman Institute, Love and Logic, and Incredible Years curriculum. I look forward to working cooperatively with your child and family.
I am an empathetic therapist specializing in the treatment of children and young adults. I enjoy using Play Therapy techniques, as play is truly the language children use for communicating and healing. I enjoy the challenge, honesty, and rewards of working with kids. I have experience working with co-parenting, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum, ADHD, addiction, violence related issues, and LGTBQ. I also enjoy working with parents, utilizing some techniques from Gottman Institute, Love and Logic, and Incredible Years curriculum. I look forward to working cooperatively with your child and family.
(435) 236-3730 View (435) 236-3730
Photo of Amanda Daines, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Utah
Amanda Daines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW
Verified Verified
Lindon, UT 84042
Throughout our lives we all face storms of many kinds. Often, we don’t even realize we’re in a storm or that the storm is over. My role as your therapist is help you travel through those storms and come out the other side different than who you were before. I believe that everyone is capable of change and healing, and my approach to therapy stems from that belief. I like to work from several approaches while using a variety of evidence-based modalities to fit your specific needs.
Throughout our lives we all face storms of many kinds. Often, we don’t even realize we’re in a storm or that the storm is over. My role as your therapist is help you travel through those storms and come out the other side different than who you were before. I believe that everyone is capable of change and healing, and my approach to therapy stems from that belief. I like to work from several approaches while using a variety of evidence-based modalities to fit your specific needs.
(385) 503-4497 View (385) 503-4497
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Jenn Barnard
Counselor, MA, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
(801) 900-4144 View (801) 900-4144
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
Photo of Jeff Tesch, Marriage & Family Therapist in Utah
Jeff Tesch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84403
Individual, Couple, Family, & Child Therapy. Effective therapy starts with effective assessment. The greater my understanding of the family challenges/presenting problem the more likely I will be able to help the family/couple/individual find greater success and happiness. I understand that clients are often feeling desperate and hopeless so my goal for a first session is to build hope and begin to offer researched based interventions and ideas that work! Short term, effective, enjoyable therapy services is my goal as a therapist. Most clients report after a first appointment that they feel at ease with my gentle, kind, and supportive approach.
Individual, Couple, Family, & Child Therapy. Effective therapy starts with effective assessment. The greater my understanding of the family challenges/presenting problem the more likely I will be able to help the family/couple/individual find greater success and happiness. I understand that clients are often feeling desperate and hopeless so my goal for a first session is to build hope and begin to offer researched based interventions and ideas that work! Short term, effective, enjoyable therapy services is my goal as a therapist. Most clients report after a first appointment that they feel at ease with my gentle, kind, and supportive approach.
(801) 921-7544 View (801) 921-7544
Photo of Stacy Lund, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Utah
Stacy Lund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CYT
Verified Verified
I believe in a collaborative approach to build the path to healing as well as a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. My practice as a clinician is centered around helping individuals process traumatic experiences so they can heal and live a more present and focused existence. I have extensive knowledge of end-of-life issues including chronic pain, unresolved trauma, personal spirituality, , as well as the grieving process.
I believe in a collaborative approach to build the path to healing as well as a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. My practice as a clinician is centered around helping individuals process traumatic experiences so they can heal and live a more present and focused existence. I have extensive knowledge of end-of-life issues including chronic pain, unresolved trauma, personal spirituality, , as well as the grieving process.
(385) 346-2684 View (385) 346-2684
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Liz Harrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
My approach is an affirmative space. I help many navigate the difficult journey of their faith crises and revolutions. This is a very hard time to navigate and the universe is calling us to heal. I don't judge ANY of my clients and I meet them where they are at to work on their goals. I have special trainings and certifications with Brainspotting a brain based trauma approach; working with children through play therapy, couples therapy & LGBTQ+ relationships and issues. I also have extensive experience wading through the struggles of stepfamily and blended family issues. You deserve a supportive space to manage life.
My approach is an affirmative space. I help many navigate the difficult journey of their faith crises and revolutions. This is a very hard time to navigate and the universe is calling us to heal. I don't judge ANY of my clients and I meet them where they are at to work on their goals. I have special trainings and certifications with Brainspotting a brain based trauma approach; working with children through play therapy, couples therapy & LGBTQ+ relationships and issues. I also have extensive experience wading through the struggles of stepfamily and blended family issues. You deserve a supportive space to manage life.
(385) 644-9318 View (385) 644-9318
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Lacey Hancock
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Midvale, UT 84047
Finding help with someone that you trust and can relate to can be hard to find. When life seems overwhelming, I am here for you. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults and adolescents. I can help you through the therapeutic process of healing and changing for the better. I have experience treating a wide array of issues including, emotional issues, anxiety, depression, self-harming, behavior issues, self-esteem, abuse, and relationship challenges. I am passionate about understanding life's challenges and the complexities they entail. My straight forward approach quickly helps individuals learn healthy coping skills and develop a positive life outlook.
Finding help with someone that you trust and can relate to can be hard to find. When life seems overwhelming, I am here for you. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults and adolescents. I can help you through the therapeutic process of healing and changing for the better. I have experience treating a wide array of issues including, emotional issues, anxiety, depression, self-harming, behavior issues, self-esteem, abuse, and relationship challenges. I am passionate about understanding life's challenges and the complexities they entail. My straight forward approach quickly helps individuals learn healthy coping skills and develop a positive life outlook.
(801) 948-0937 View (801) 948-0937
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.