Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (385) 270-8137

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 Email Brandon Nielsen now - (385) 270-8137
Let's Connect (385) 270-8137

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
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (385) 270-8137
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Utah / 7798714-3501 Brandon Nielsen
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended University of Utah, Master's of Social Work, Graduated 2010
Education and Years In Practice
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email 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
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (385) 270-8137
2 Endorsements
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)
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (385) 270-8137
Location
Primary Location
Healing Connections Counseling
880 Heritage Park Boulevard
Suite 230
Layton, UT 84041
(385) 270-8137Email Me
Nearby Areas
Brandon Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (385) 270-8137