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Farrah Kaisa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize a lot of experiential methods, as well as traditional talk therapy such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Attachment-based approaches.
Have you ever felt ashamed? Ever felt like others don’t understand you, but say they do? Those have been my own experiences and have led me to work with people in recovery and their families, survivors of domestic violence/abuse, minority communities and teens. I come from a multi-cultural family with an immigrant parent which has both enriched my life and created unique struggles for me. These experiences, however, have helped me empathize with a wide variety of people and situations. My goals are to support my clients as they navigate their struggles and find hope and strength within themselves.
I utilize a lot of experiential methods, as well as traditional talk therapy such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Attachment-based approaches.
Have you ever felt ashamed? Ever felt like others don’t understand you, but say they do? Those have been my own experiences and have led me to work with people in recovery and their families, survivors of domestic violence/abuse, minority communities and teens. I come from a multi-cultural family with an immigrant parent which has both enriched my life and created unique struggles for me. These experiences, however, have helped me empathize with a wide variety of people and situations. My goals are to support my clients as they navigate their struggles and find hope and strength within themselves.
(385) 438-6153 View (385) 438-6153
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Nicole Medina-Salvatore
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
I find that an attachment-based, developmental lens is best when working with clients.
I love working with clients (especially children, adolescents, and families!) from diverse backgrounds who are looking to find answers and solve any issues they may be struggling with. I am passionate about my work and believe in radical acceptance of all people. I am an LGBTQ+ affirmative psychologist. As a mother of five children, I understand many of the issues that families face and I strive to be a caring, upfront, and empathic psychologist who helps clients work toward achieving their goals. I also offer psychological testing.
I find that an attachment-based, developmental lens is best when working with clients.
I love working with clients (especially children, adolescents, and families!) from diverse backgrounds who are looking to find answers and solve any issues they may be struggling with. I am passionate about my work and believe in radical acceptance of all people. I am an LGBTQ+ affirmative psychologist. As a mother of five children, I understand many of the issues that families face and I strive to be a caring, upfront, and empathic psychologist who helps clients work toward achieving their goals. I also offer psychological testing.
(385) 340-5683 View (385) 340-5683
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Tamara Lin Vitela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Therapy can be a dynamic experience creating hope and energy. Facing challenges and grieving losses we inevitably face is a powerful step in moving toward a more satisfying present. I view therapy as a collaboration with you to create your transformation and growth. Our past experiences shape our view of ourselves and in turn our potential in the future. I hope to assist you to "re-author" the stories you have about yourself not serving a positive purpose and replace them with new stories, skills and a vision that do.
Therapy can be a dynamic experience creating hope and energy. Facing challenges and grieving losses we inevitably face is a powerful step in moving toward a more satisfying present. I view therapy as a collaboration with you to create your transformation and growth. Our past experiences shape our view of ourselves and in turn our potential in the future. I hope to assist you to "re-author" the stories you have about yourself not serving a positive purpose and replace them with new stories, skills and a vision that do.
(801) 615-2524 View (801) 615-2524
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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
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Justyn H Manley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84060  (Online Only)
Are you seeking reliable and effective care? I have been trained and certified in a variety of evidence based treatments and am dedicated to providing outstanding care based on years of research. I believe in working with each client to develop a personalized treatment plan and will track progress during treatment to insure progress. I work with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My focus is on those dealing with trauma, relationship difficulties, traumatic brain injury, anxiety and depression. I believe wellness can be found with incorporating recreation, connection to nature, mindfulness, and meditation into the therapeutic process.
Are you seeking reliable and effective care? I have been trained and certified in a variety of evidence based treatments and am dedicated to providing outstanding care based on years of research. I believe in working with each client to develop a personalized treatment plan and will track progress during treatment to insure progress. I work with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My focus is on those dealing with trauma, relationship difficulties, traumatic brain injury, anxiety and depression. I believe wellness can be found with incorporating recreation, connection to nature, mindfulness, and meditation into the therapeutic process.
(435) 216-1438 View (435) 216-1438
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Dr. Todd Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
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.
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.
(385) 304-4147 View (385) 304-4147
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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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Justin S Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84414  (Online Only)
Perhaps you are experiencing a faith transition, relationship transition, or work transition that has you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Going through these changes can be challenging, and turning to friends and family may be difficult. If you are experiencing these or other challenges, and have decided it is time to make a change, you need someone committed, nonjudgmental, and experienced to support your efforts. I am passionate about helping people overcome challenges to achieve a full and happy life. Email is the best way to contact me.
Perhaps you are experiencing a faith transition, relationship transition, or work transition that has you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Going through these changes can be challenging, and turning to friends and family may be difficult. If you are experiencing these or other challenges, and have decided it is time to make a change, you need someone committed, nonjudgmental, and experienced to support your efforts. I am passionate about helping people overcome challenges to achieve a full and happy life. Email is the best way to contact me.
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Tessa Singleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples experiencing relational conflict, life transitions, coparenting, divorce/separation, faith crisis/transitions, and navigating the impact and symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and personality disorders. I use emotionally focused, EMDR, sandtray, psychoeducational, and experiential modalities rooted in attachment theory to support my clients in exploring their inner worlds and facilitate new ways to engage with themselves and others.
I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples experiencing relational conflict, life transitions, coparenting, divorce/separation, faith crisis/transitions, and navigating the impact and symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and personality disorders. I use emotionally focused, EMDR, sandtray, psychoeducational, and experiential modalities rooted in attachment theory to support my clients in exploring their inner worlds and facilitate new ways to engage with themselves and others.
(801) 691-7670 View (801) 691-7670
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Huan (Mike) Lo
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
As a first-generation Asian immigrant to the U.S. and an ex-Mormon, I understand the difficulty of blending cultures, values, and faith transition. It is important to me to help individuals feel heard and give them a sense of belonging. I want my clients to be able to tell their stories without being judged and live fully without shame and guilt. In our sessions, you will gain a new perspective on yourself and find the confidence to take on any challenges in your life. I want you to be able to view your experiences through a different lens.
As a first-generation Asian immigrant to the U.S. and an ex-Mormon, I understand the difficulty of blending cultures, values, and faith transition. It is important to me to help individuals feel heard and give them a sense of belonging. I want my clients to be able to tell their stories without being judged and live fully without shame and guilt. In our sessions, you will gain a new perspective on yourself and find the confidence to take on any challenges in your life. I want you to be able to view your experiences through a different lens.
(385) 492-6755 View (385) 492-6755
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Outpatient Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Do you have previous treatment trauma? Had a bad experience with the traditional service delivery system? Need help de-consuming from unhelpful consumables including psych meds? Looking for Medical Cannabis? Ready for more holistic health and wellness? Are you experiencing signs of unresolved trauma, loss/grief, or shame? OBH is a liberation clinic, that is anti-racist, and focuses on the underlying traumas related to health & abilities, gender, sexuality, race, immigration, religion, etc. that forms to express as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, addiction, and ADHD. We can help with FMLA and student registration appeals.
Do you have previous treatment trauma? Had a bad experience with the traditional service delivery system? Need help de-consuming from unhelpful consumables including psych meds? Looking for Medical Cannabis? Ready for more holistic health and wellness? Are you experiencing signs of unresolved trauma, loss/grief, or shame? OBH is a liberation clinic, that is anti-racist, and focuses on the underlying traumas related to health & abilities, gender, sexuality, race, immigration, religion, etc. that forms to express as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, addiction, and ADHD. We can help with FMLA and student registration appeals.
(385) 217-5515 View (385) 217-5515
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Melanie Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107  (Online Only)
Melanie has extensive experience working with trauma, domestic and interpersonal violence, LGBTQIA+, multicultural, and neurodiverse clients. She works alongside clients throughout the creation and implementation of personalized treatment plans that offer structured interventions and assist to create a greater self-acceptance, promoting both immediate and long-term change.
Melanie has extensive experience working with trauma, domestic and interpersonal violence, LGBTQIA+, multicultural, and neurodiverse clients. She works alongside clients throughout the creation and implementation of personalized treatment plans that offer structured interventions and assist to create a greater self-acceptance, promoting both immediate and long-term change.
(385) 376-2181 View (385) 376-2181
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Monarch Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT, LCSW, CMHC
Verified Verified
Herriman, UT 84096
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.
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.
(801) 896-9471 View (801) 896-9471
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Collaborative Counseling LLC
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, UT 84025
Hello, My name Is Michelle Inauen and I am the owner of Collaborative Counseling LLC. I am originally from Texas and have been living in Utah since May 2017. I love the four seasons and all the activities for families. I feel privileged to help individuals, and couples with changing the way they handle stress and difficult situations. Robyn Urry Anderson LCSW is originally from Utah and has 14 years of experience working with families, co-occurring medical conditions, trauma, and transplantations.
Hello, My name Is Michelle Inauen and I am the owner of Collaborative Counseling LLC. I am originally from Texas and have been living in Utah since May 2017. I love the four seasons and all the activities for families. I feel privileged to help individuals, and couples with changing the way they handle stress and difficult situations. Robyn Urry Anderson LCSW is originally from Utah and has 14 years of experience working with families, co-occurring medical conditions, trauma, and transplantations.
(385) 526-2587 x100 View (385) 526-2587 x100
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Emily Szalay
Counselor, ACMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, UT 84025
Living with ADHD can be like having a supercharged brain in a slow-paced world. It's filled with brilliant ideas, unstoppable energy, and boundless creativity. Yet, it often comes with challenges in organization, focus, and navigating daily life. This is where I hope to help. My approach is not just about coping but thriving. Together, we'll explore strategies tailored to your unique brain, turning perceived weaknesses into your greatest strengths.
Living with ADHD can be like having a supercharged brain in a slow-paced world. It's filled with brilliant ideas, unstoppable energy, and boundless creativity. Yet, it often comes with challenges in organization, focus, and navigating daily life. This is where I hope to help. My approach is not just about coping but thriving. Together, we'll explore strategies tailored to your unique brain, turning perceived weaknesses into your greatest strengths.
(385) 412-9611 View (385) 412-9611
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Safety Signals Relational Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Typical clients include: Families with children who have challenging emotions or behaviors/Couples who who want to get unstuck from painful issues/ Individuals who want to heal from trauma or maltreatment.
Typical clients include: Families with children who have challenging emotions or behaviors/Couples who who want to get unstuck from painful issues/ Individuals who want to heal from trauma or maltreatment.
(801) 762-6815 View (801) 762-6815
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Kim Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midvale, UT 84047
Kim is committed to providing compassionate and empathetic care in order to facilitate her clients’ growth and healing. She values each client’s unique cultural, spiritual, personal, and interpersonal experiences. She embraces a holistic approach, taking the client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health into consideration in order to empower them as they work to obtain the level of wellbeing they are seeking. Kim’s use of strengths-based therapy assists her clients in identifying, developing, and utilizing their internal resourcefulness and resilience to discover effective solutions to their struggles.
Kim is committed to providing compassionate and empathetic care in order to facilitate her clients’ growth and healing. She values each client’s unique cultural, spiritual, personal, and interpersonal experiences. She embraces a holistic approach, taking the client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health into consideration in order to empower them as they work to obtain the level of wellbeing they are seeking. Kim’s use of strengths-based therapy assists her clients in identifying, developing, and utilizing their internal resourcefulness and resilience to discover effective solutions to their struggles.
(801) 305-3171 View (801) 305-3171
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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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Jill B Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84115  (Online Only)
I work from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective. I believe that people have a healthy drive toward wellness, but the trials of life often lead them down paths that are counterproductive and even self defeating. A good therapist can help people rediscover joy in their lives and their relationships, as well as re-establish a healthy and strong sense of self. It is gratifying to see people rediscover their unique strengths and uncover new-found capacities to survive and thrive in the face of life's many challenges. With a therapist's caring support, new possibilities become a reality.
I work from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective. I believe that people have a healthy drive toward wellness, but the trials of life often lead them down paths that are counterproductive and even self defeating. A good therapist can help people rediscover joy in their lives and their relationships, as well as re-establish a healthy and strong sense of self. It is gratifying to see people rediscover their unique strengths and uncover new-found capacities to survive and thrive in the face of life's many challenges. With a therapist's caring support, new possibilities become a reality.
(775) 364-0302 View (775) 364-0302
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Tiffany Huntsman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Springville, UT 84663
Now scheduling new clients within a week! Is your family facing tough moments with mental health challenges? Do you have daily struggles and strained communication with a child or partner? These challenges don't mean you are failing. You have questions and don't know where to look for answers. I can help! I'm dedicated to fostering positive change in children, youth, adults, and couples. I believe in families and helping support them through any struggles, whether it's divorce, blended families, separation anxiety, school refusal, defiance, ADHD, OCD, autism, adoption, communication difficulties, conflict, or trauma.
Now scheduling new clients within a week! Is your family facing tough moments with mental health challenges? Do you have daily struggles and strained communication with a child or partner? These challenges don't mean you are failing. You have questions and don't know where to look for answers. I can help! I'm dedicated to fostering positive change in children, youth, adults, and couples. I believe in families and helping support them through any struggles, whether it's divorce, blended families, separation anxiety, school refusal, defiance, ADHD, OCD, autism, adoption, communication difficulties, conflict, or trauma.
(385) 503-2841 View (385) 503-2841
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.