Family Systems Therapists in Saint George, UT

My goal is to provide an empathetic and compassionate space to help you navigate the challenges in your life. I believe people always make sense and working to identify the function of a behavior allows for healing, empathy and effective problem solving. I believe there is no "One size fits all" approach to therapy. I walk alongside my clients, meeting you where you are while challenging you and encouraging you to embark on your path to healing. I acknowledge the uniqueness of each person's journey and the importance of patience in the healing process.

I work with depression and anxiety as well as more complex cases and issues including traumas, childhood traumas, personality disorders, dissociative disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, family and relational issues, attachment issues, dual-diagnoses, mood disorders, and complex PTSD. I seek to provide an empowering, trauma-informed, safe, and judgment-free environment where I will encourage you to develop the life you want to live. I will also challenge thinking patterns that may impact your ability to accomplish your goals.

Having obtained a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, my goal is to inspire hope and serve those who desire deeper connection with themselves and others. My clinical development and training have led me to work with couples who have interest in repairing or improving their relationships, and individuals who desire deeper levels of self-acceptance and compassion to improve well-being. I use emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and internal family systems (IFS) which are evidence-based approaches. I focus on highlighting your strengths and ability to navigate life. My approach is very personalized and client-centered.

I am excited to join your therapy journey to help you live a more fulfilling and happy life. I love everything about being a therapist and I feel that is a privilege to have you trust me with your most important life challenges. I am specially trained in family systems theory to improve family relationships.

You are taking a great first step in health and healing! My therapeutic philosophy focuses on how relationships can be a source of healing and strength. If we can heal relationships, we can create relationships that heal. I am trained in various therapy models and family life education techniques to empower clients with abilities to cope with trials of life and relationships, and to thrive.

Do you struggle with feeling alone, or unheard? Does it feel like you struggle to find someone safe to talk to? Have you spent a long time trying to move past shame or guilt only to continually feel hopelessness or doubt that things will ever improve? I have experience working with clients from all walks of life, mainly couples where betrayal trauma is at the heart of the pain they’ve experienced. I also work with individuals and those seeking to feel some sort of hope for their future. I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples to improve attachment to one another and heal communication barriers.

Coming to an office, meeting a stranger, and telling that stranger intimate details about your life is hard! I get it, and I do my best to provide a safe and welcoming environment for you to start or continue your journey to change.

Life can be challenging. We may be faced with struggles that seem too overpowering to face on our own. As a clinical mental health counselor, my goal is to help my clients develop skills to deal with life's struggles, hope for recovery, strength to move forward, and healing from past trauma and pain. We all have a right to be happy and I want to help you reach your potential. I am trained in Accelerated Resolutions Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR.

My experience includes working with adolescents, young adults, parents, couples, and families. Are you struggling to feel like you are enough? Are you overwhelmed with social, academic, or work pressure? Have you recently gone through a major life transition such as losing a loved one or going through a separation or divorce? Do you struggle as a parent with setting limits or are you terrified of the current struggle your child is facing and at a loss as to how you can effectively support them? Do your relationships suffer due to poor communication and unhealthy boundaries? Have you experienced childhood or adulthood trauma?

I am licensed in Utah & Nevada. I see clients in both states through teletherapy & in person in Mesquite, NV. I enjoy working with a variety of populations such as elderly, children, adolescents, individuals, couples & families. I have experience in working with trauma, adoption & foster care, late adulthood transitions, cognitively challenged & autistic clients, domestic violence perpetrators and victims, addiction, grief, and more. What I have found is that those who come to therapy are the best experts for their situation and need a listening ear, a different perspective, and better tools for success in their life goals.

Accepting new clients NOW, including telehealth appointments. I love my job! I am a compassionate, hopeful therapist who would find it a privilege to work with you. I use a compassionate, hopeful approach to help you process and heal your life experiences and develop adaptive ways to cope AND thrive!

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 believe most of our pain and hurt comes from keeping our stories hidden or not feeling understood when we get the courage to share. I want to be an empathetic listener for my clients while also providing them the tools and skills they need to grow. As Carl Rogers said, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients full of connection and being heard.

Life can be tough, full of challenges and it is not uncommon for life to unravel. Trauma and life stressors can be overwhelming but there is hope. It is possible to recover and resolve issues no matter how overwhelming they may seem. I want to help bridge the gap and bring healing to individuals, couples, and families who have been through or are going through a traumatic/stressful experience. You deserve to have a healthier, more balanced approach to your life and relationships.

I believe in you and look forward to helping you reach your goals. As an experienced therapist, I have an appreciation for the challenges people face and their ability to discover solutions. Therapy is an interactive process. Many clients acknowledge me for listening well and providing them with quality tools and advice to help them resolve their concerns. My office is a comfortable/relaxed setting where people feel safe openly sharing their struggles without feeling judged. In am expert in working with a variety of issues, especially couple and family relationships. Call to determine if I'm right for you.

I fell in love with working with couples early in my career and I also have a deep compassion for those suffering from trauma. Often relationship issues and trauma coincide and both need to be addressed. I view all issues, including relationship issues, from a trauma informed lens. I work with couples to develop relationship skills from researched and scientifically proven tools. I will help you practice these application based tools in therapy so you can strengthen your relationship and be successful at home. Individuals will find that I help them process trauma in a way that is effective and above all, makes them feel safe.

In my practice, I embody a holistic approach, integrating narrative, solution-focused, and mindfulness models to empower clients in their journey towards healing and growth. With a deep understanding of anxiety, trauma, faith transitions, and LGBTQ+ challenges, I create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. Drawing from my innate qualities such as kindness, intuition, and empathy, I cultivate authentic connections that foster trust and openness. My clients appreciate my grounded nature, non-judgmental stance, and ability to provide calm, thoughtful perspectives.

I am an MFT licensed in UT, NV, and IN. I believe that relationships play a key role in our development and success in life. I also believe that they can be challenging to navigate and painful. At other times, we may just feel stuck, overwhelmed, or upset and need a different perspective. This is where therapy can help. I know therapy can help because I have experienced it myself, and I have had the privilege of helping many others navigate through their own challenges in life. Effective therapy can be an anchor for us during life's storms. Therapy can be a safe place to heal and become a better version of yourself.

Do you often feel like people don't understand you and that no matter how hard you try that you struggle to fit in or that you never quite seem to live up to what others expect of you? Brains are just different. I take great care to respect and affirm neurodiversity. We all think differently. I will assist you in the process of getting to know yourself better, understanding how your brain works, and how it affects your day to day life, both good or challenging. I will honor your full experience and together we will discover what might work for you so you can live an authentic life and feel competent.