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Cassie Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Each of us have beliefs and experiences that impact our ability to form meaningful relationships, accomplish goals, or accept ourselves. My hope is to help the individuals, couples and families I work with challenge these negative beliefs and guide them in using skills to develop a stronger sense of self and more stable relationships. Over the past decade I have specifically worked with adolescents, young adults and their families. I love this stage of life, the change that can take place is amazing if given the right tools. Balancing independence and connection for individuals and family is one of my main goals in therapy.
Each of us have beliefs and experiences that impact our ability to form meaningful relationships, accomplish goals, or accept ourselves. My hope is to help the individuals, couples and families I work with challenge these negative beliefs and guide them in using skills to develop a stronger sense of self and more stable relationships. Over the past decade I have specifically worked with adolescents, young adults and their families. I love this stage of life, the change that can take place is amazing if given the right tools. Balancing independence and connection for individuals and family is one of my main goals in therapy.
(385) 213-2176 View (385) 213-2176
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Spencer Dutson
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Providence, UT 84332
I recognize your efforts and desire to obtain happiness and healing in your life and relationships and I am so happy that you are here. To help you, I strive to create an environment where you can feel safe to go to your hurt places and navigate your healing processes, whether as an individual, couple, or family seeking therapy. I know this can be difficult, so I work hard to be there with you in the process to help you experience real changes in your life and relationships.
I recognize your efforts and desire to obtain happiness and healing in your life and relationships and I am so happy that you are here. To help you, I strive to create an environment where you can feel safe to go to your hurt places and navigate your healing processes, whether as an individual, couple, or family seeking therapy. I know this can be difficult, so I work hard to be there with you in the process to help you experience real changes in your life and relationships.
(435) 294-3634 View (435) 294-3634
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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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Deborah Hawley
Counselor, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling right now? Are you feeling discouraged or hopeless? Whether its trauma, faith crisis, depression/anxiety, difficult relationships, or problems with pornography, there is hope and healing! I believe that all of these struggles are opportunities in disguise and that every person is given the very challenges that can lead to the highest growth. I love my work helping people find their unique path of healing. I use a person centered, attachment based, mindful approach to therapy with a specific focus on client strengths and positive psychology. My goal is to create a safe place of support and healing.
Are you struggling right now? Are you feeling discouraged or hopeless? Whether its trauma, faith crisis, depression/anxiety, difficult relationships, or problems with pornography, there is hope and healing! I believe that all of these struggles are opportunities in disguise and that every person is given the very challenges that can lead to the highest growth. I love my work helping people find their unique path of healing. I use a person centered, attachment based, mindful approach to therapy with a specific focus on client strengths and positive psychology. My goal is to create a safe place of support and healing.
(801) 784-6397 View (801) 784-6397
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Krysta Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Some of the primary modalities I use in my practice include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment-based Psychotherapy, Somatics and more.
Welcome! I am so happy that you are taking the next step towards finding healing for yourself. No matter what brings you to the search for a therapist, I hope you realize that you deserve to be seen, heard, and given a space to store your deepest desires, deepest pains, and deepest joys in life. I strive to work from an anti-oppressive lens, acknowledging the significant impact of interpersonal, systemic and intergenerational trauma. I come from a person-center, trauma-informed approach to highlight your innate resiliency in our work together. I provide support for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, etc
Some of the primary modalities I use in my practice include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment-based Psychotherapy, Somatics and more.
Welcome! I am so happy that you are taking the next step towards finding healing for yourself. No matter what brings you to the search for a therapist, I hope you realize that you deserve to be seen, heard, and given a space to store your deepest desires, deepest pains, and deepest joys in life. I strive to work from an anti-oppressive lens, acknowledging the significant impact of interpersonal, systemic and intergenerational trauma. I come from a person-center, trauma-informed approach to highlight your innate resiliency in our work together. I provide support for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, etc
(385) 314-4944 View (385) 314-4944
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Mary Fisher
Counselor, CMHC, CST
Verified Verified
I use Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy (IRT), an attachment-based, empirically-supported treatment.
My areas of focus: 1) Individuals who have been unsuccessful in relieving anxiety, anger, or depression with other therapies, 2) Men who have been told they have "anger problems", 3) Faith transitions, whether staying or leaving, 4) Sexual health concerns, 5) Couples who are confused about what they need and where to get it, 6) Couples who are stuck in ambivalence about whether to stay and work on their relationship, or separate.
I use Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy (IRT), an attachment-based, empirically-supported treatment.
My areas of focus: 1) Individuals who have been unsuccessful in relieving anxiety, anger, or depression with other therapies, 2) Men who have been told they have "anger problems", 3) Faith transitions, whether staying or leaving, 4) Sexual health concerns, 5) Couples who are confused about what they need and where to get it, 6) Couples who are stuck in ambivalence about whether to stay and work on their relationship, or separate.
(801) 923-1391 View (801) 923-1391
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Whitney North Evans
Clinical Mental Health Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lehi, UT 84043
I am an emotion-focused therapist who works with clients from a place of deep empathy. I offer different interventions and strategies to guide you in regulating emotion as you heal. I can work with you and your family to work through betrayal and other trauma, addiction, attachment injuries, anxiety, depression and grief. I use interventions that are emotion-focused, mindfully self-compassionate, and attachment based. I am certified to treat betrayal trauma, am Gottman level 1 trained, and have training in EMDR and IFS. My office also offers group therapy-resources for betrayal and addiction to aid you in the recovery process.
I am an emotion-focused therapist who works with clients from a place of deep empathy. I offer different interventions and strategies to guide you in regulating emotion as you heal. I can work with you and your family to work through betrayal and other trauma, addiction, attachment injuries, anxiety, depression and grief. I use interventions that are emotion-focused, mindfully self-compassionate, and attachment based. I am certified to treat betrayal trauma, am Gottman level 1 trained, and have training in EMDR and IFS. My office also offers group therapy-resources for betrayal and addiction to aid you in the recovery process.
(385) 231-1606 View (385) 231-1606
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Dr. Julie de Azevedo Hanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sandy, UT 84093
We offer an attachment-based perspective.
Does it seem like you take care of everyone else, but have difficulty taking care of you? Do you wish you felt better about yourself and wish you could create healthier and happier relationships? We are here to help. In 2002, I had a vision of gathering a group of excellent clinicians to be a mental health and family relationship resource for our community. My vision has been realized! I have an excellent team of colleagues at At Wasatch Family Therapy. We will guide you through the therapy process in a comfortable atmosphere that will put you at ease, and help you make the changes you desire. We work with clients as young as 3+.
We offer an attachment-based perspective.
Does it seem like you take care of everyone else, but have difficulty taking care of you? Do you wish you felt better about yourself and wish you could create healthier and happier relationships? We are here to help. In 2002, I had a vision of gathering a group of excellent clinicians to be a mental health and family relationship resource for our community. My vision has been realized! I have an excellent team of colleagues at At Wasatch Family Therapy. We will guide you through the therapy process in a comfortable atmosphere that will put you at ease, and help you make the changes you desire. We work with clients as young as 3+.
(801) 719-5338 View (801) 719-5338
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Allie Kate Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
When working through trauma I utilize EMDR, EFT, and other attachment-based approaches.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working in various settings. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and complex family systems. I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders. I utilize concepts from DBT, MBB, ACT, MI, psychodrama, and experiential techniques to assist you in positive changes and life outcomes. I truly believe everyone can find happiness in their lives through vulnerability and connection. I strive to create a safe space where you can tell me anything without fear of shame or judgement. I am here to listen so you can feel seen and heard.
When working through trauma I utilize EMDR, EFT, and other attachment-based approaches.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working in various settings. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and complex family systems. I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders. I utilize concepts from DBT, MBB, ACT, MI, psychodrama, and experiential techniques to assist you in positive changes and life outcomes. I truly believe everyone can find happiness in their lives through vulnerability and connection. I strive to create a safe space where you can tell me anything without fear of shame or judgement. I am here to listen so you can feel seen and heard.
(385) 483-3265 View (385) 483-3265
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Celeste Wiggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taylorsville, UT 84129
Celeste Wiggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Utah. She has worked in forensic, school-based, and private practice settings regarding issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, psychosis, autism spectrum related issues, and ADHD. Celeste has experience working with people of a wide range of ages, genders (or no genders), sexualities (or no sexualities), and races. She works from a client-centered, humanistic/transpersonal, queer-affirming, multiculturally humble, and attachment-based/relational framework.
Celeste Wiggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Utah. She has worked in forensic, school-based, and private practice settings regarding issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, psychosis, autism spectrum related issues, and ADHD. Celeste has experience working with people of a wide range of ages, genders (or no genders), sexualities (or no sexualities), and races. She works from a client-centered, humanistic/transpersonal, queer-affirming, multiculturally humble, and attachment-based/relational framework.
(385) 217-7838 View (385) 217-7838
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Claire McElroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals and families utilizing attachment-based practices, EMDR, and other experiential modalities.
I believe everyone has what it takes to find joy, peace, and love in their lives through vulnerability and connection. After working through my own trials, I discovered that I wanted to help others and decided to become a therapist. I found a love for listening to others and trying to understand how their stories have shaped their view of themselves and the world. I enjoy connecting with people by encouraging them to explore new ways to find happiness within themselves and their relationships.
I work with individuals and families utilizing attachment-based practices, EMDR, and other experiential modalities.
I believe everyone has what it takes to find joy, peace, and love in their lives through vulnerability and connection. After working through my own trials, I discovered that I wanted to help others and decided to become a therapist. I found a love for listening to others and trying to understand how their stories have shaped their view of themselves and the world. I enjoy connecting with people by encouraging them to explore new ways to find happiness within themselves and their relationships.
(385) 437-6946 View (385) 437-6946
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Bri Beck
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFTI
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
I operate from an attachment-based lens, using EFT and IFS to facilitate healing and growth.
Seeking help in therapy takes strength and bravery, and I applaud clients for taking the first steps. It's easy to be hard on ourselves about how we feel or how we respond to our experiences. Sometimes we feel stuck, individually or in our relationships, and it can be hard to see a new path. I'm passionate about helping clients reach their potential to grow, change the patterns that no longer serve them, and move past the obstacles in their way. I work with clients to process and heal, create greater connections in their relationships, communicate more effectively, create healthy boundaries, and move through life more confidently.
I operate from an attachment-based lens, using EFT and IFS to facilitate healing and growth.
Seeking help in therapy takes strength and bravery, and I applaud clients for taking the first steps. It's easy to be hard on ourselves about how we feel or how we respond to our experiences. Sometimes we feel stuck, individually or in our relationships, and it can be hard to see a new path. I'm passionate about helping clients reach their potential to grow, change the patterns that no longer serve them, and move past the obstacles in their way. I work with clients to process and heal, create greater connections in their relationships, communicate more effectively, create healthy boundaries, and move through life more confidently.
(801) 998-2099 View (801) 998-2099
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Kathleen (Kat) Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHC, CTTIII
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105  (Online Only)
I specialize in re-empowering women who are experiencing disconnection from the authentic self & strained mind & body connection. My work includes right-paced exploration of trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, body loathing, body transitions, & life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting the exploration of health holistically: the mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual factors that impact identity & lived experience. My intentions are to support insight on when to 'sit with' and when to be in action & to offer a safe space where exploration of all aspects of self can be experienced.
I specialize in re-empowering women who are experiencing disconnection from the authentic self & strained mind & body connection. My work includes right-paced exploration of trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, body loathing, body transitions, & life transitions. I am dedicated to supporting the exploration of health holistically: the mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual factors that impact identity & lived experience. My intentions are to support insight on when to 'sit with' and when to be in action & to offer a safe space where exploration of all aspects of self can be experienced.
(458) 202-6844 View (458) 202-6844
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Melissa Ellsworth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Jordan, UT 84084  (Online Only)
I use evidenced-based approaches including Pain Reprocessing Therapy & other somatic therapies, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based & DBT skills.
Do you ever feel stuck in a body that doesn't feel, act or look the way you want it to? Does it feel like your brain and body are out of sync? Whether it be chronic pain, sexual difficulties or gender incongruence - I'm here to help you get your mind and body back into alignment. When working with me, I will tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, and offer the tools and support you need to feel less pain, more sexual freedom and gender affirmation.
I use evidenced-based approaches including Pain Reprocessing Therapy & other somatic therapies, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based & DBT skills.
Do you ever feel stuck in a body that doesn't feel, act or look the way you want it to? Does it feel like your brain and body are out of sync? Whether it be chronic pain, sexual difficulties or gender incongruence - I'm here to help you get your mind and body back into alignment. When working with me, I will tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, and offer the tools and support you need to feel less pain, more sexual freedom and gender affirmation.
(571) 343-9372 View (571) 343-9372
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Makenzie Shaughnessy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Draper, UT 84020  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life to help live their best lives and to be who they want to be as individuals and partners. I've worked with a variety of challenges including communication difficulties, anxiety/depression, self image, negative self talk, infidelity, sexual/intimacy concerns, past trauma, as well as premarital counseling.
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life to help live their best lives and to be who they want to be as individuals and partners. I've worked with a variety of challenges including communication difficulties, anxiety/depression, self image, negative self talk, infidelity, sexual/intimacy concerns, past trauma, as well as premarital counseling.
(385) 483-2065 View (385) 483-2065
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Sharon T. Walls
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Are you feeling stuck in relationships, work or family issues? Are you yearning to remove obstacles in your life? Are you experiencing difficult life transitions? As a family therapist for over 20 years I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I offer a process to access deep emotional connection and change patterns that keep you stuck. I have seen the toll stress takes on couples and families. It is my intention to reassure that internally you have the answers and it is a process to work from the inside out.
Are you feeling stuck in relationships, work or family issues? Are you yearning to remove obstacles in your life? Are you experiencing difficult life transitions? As a family therapist for over 20 years I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I offer a process to access deep emotional connection and change patterns that keep you stuck. I have seen the toll stress takes on couples and families. It is my intention to reassure that internally you have the answers and it is a process to work from the inside out.
(314) 207-8571 View (314) 207-8571
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Jaylee Cox
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Logan, UT 84321
Choosing to go to therapy and finding the right therapist can be difficult. Especially when life feels overwhelming and you don’t know where to begin. Therapy is a great place to start working towards your goals and to gain support where you need it. I fell in love with being a therapist and watching a person become a healthier version of themselves, no matter what that looks like. I want to create a warm and welcoming environment for all who choose to come to therapy.
Choosing to go to therapy and finding the right therapist can be difficult. Especially when life feels overwhelming and you don’t know where to begin. Therapy is a great place to start working towards your goals and to gain support where you need it. I fell in love with being a therapist and watching a person become a healthier version of themselves, no matter what that looks like. I want to create a warm and welcoming environment for all who choose to come to therapy.
(435) 220-3459 View (435) 220-3459
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Jamie Arbizu
Counselor, CMHC, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hurricane, UT 84737
Looking for relief from stress, sorrow, or pain? I am a certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained in Gottman Method, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I like using research-based modalities to provide quality care. I also have training in sand tray and expressive arts therapy. I have experience in working with complex trauma, grief/loss, couples counseling, depression, anxiety, anger management, attachment, disruptive behavior, ADHD, autistic spectrum, substance use, and bipolar disorders.
Looking for relief from stress, sorrow, or pain? I am a certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained in Gottman Method, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I like using research-based modalities to provide quality care. I also have training in sand tray and expressive arts therapy. I have experience in working with complex trauma, grief/loss, couples counseling, depression, anxiety, anger management, attachment, disruptive behavior, ADHD, autistic spectrum, substance use, and bipolar disorders.
(435) 774-0278 View (435) 774-0278
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Ashley M Thorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84070
Waitlist for new clients
I founded 4 Points Family Therapy to create a safe place in which couples, families, and individuals can experience growth, healing, and connection in all areas of wellness. By allowing ourselves to explore who we are physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, we can create a path to being our best self.
I founded 4 Points Family Therapy to create a safe place in which couples, families, and individuals can experience growth, healing, and connection in all areas of wellness. By allowing ourselves to explore who we are physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, we can create a path to being our best self.
(801) 590-3993 View (801) 590-3993
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Mattison Doman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
My hope is to help you find peace in your story. I partner with you to meet your goals and help you embrace your intrinsic worth and identity, and strengthen relationships. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families.
My hope is to help you find peace in your story. I partner with you to meet your goals and help you embrace your intrinsic worth and identity, and strengthen relationships. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families.
(385) 462-0681 View (385) 462-0681
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.