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Brandon Nielsen

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Available both in-person and online
880 Heritage Park Boulevard Suite 230 Layton, UT 84041
You’re tired of being told to “calm down” or “just focus”- like it’s that easy. Your brain won’t slow down, your emotions hit hard, and some days it feels like no one gets it. Maybe you’re lashing out, shutting down, or feeling like a mess inside. You’ve tried to hold it together, but it’s exhausting. This space is for you- or your teen- the ones who get told they feel too much, move too fast, and feel like they just can’t fake it anymore. You don’t need to be perfect to get support. You just need to show up.
We’ll keep it real. We’ll use humor. We’ll get through the hard stuff without pretending you’re someone you’re not. I use approaches like DBT, EMDR, and CBT to help you slow things down, build real coping skills, and start feeling like yourself again.
I’m Brandon- a laid-back, down-to-earth therapist who gets what it’s like when life feels loud and messy. I’ve spent the last 10+ years helping teens and young adults manage emotions, ADHD, trauma, and chaos. If you’re ready to try something different, I’m here and ready when you are.
Take the first step to help. Call or Brandon Nielsen now - (385) 270-8137

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing Connections Counseling

880 Heritage Park Boulevard

Suite 230

Layton, UT 84041 map

(385) 270-8137
My website
I specialize in Child, Borderline Personality (BPD) and ADHD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Brandon Nielsen
Let's Connect (385) 270-8137
Photo of Brandon Nielsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing Connections Counseling

880 Heritage Park Boulevard

Suite 230

Layton, UT 84041 map

(385) 270-8137
My website
I specialize in Child, Borderline Personality (BPD) and ADHD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Brandon Nielsen

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • EMI Health
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Optum
  • Public Employees Health Program
  • Regence
  • SelectHealth
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University of Utah Health Plans
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (385) 270-8137

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Utah / 7798714-3501 Brandon Nielsen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended University of Utah, Master's of Social Work, Graduated 2010
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (385) 270-8137
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (385) 270-8137

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (385) 270-8137
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (385) 270-8137

2 Endorsements

Joshua Holmes
Joshua Holmes
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Brandon is the therapist for teens, young adults and adults who feel overwhelmed in the chaos of life. He is client centered, adaptable and connects when it feels others may not. He is the DBT and ADHD guru!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (385) 270-8137
Photo of Brandon Nielsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (385) 270-8137

Location

Primary Location

Healing Connections Counseling

880 Heritage Park Boulevard

Suite 230

Layton, UT 84041

(385) 270-8137
Photo of Brandon Nielsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (385) 270-8137
Photo of Brandon Nielsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (385) 270-8137