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Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Life's struggles can feel overwhelming at times. Work, relationships, past traumas, gender, sexuality, religious background, and politics can weigh on us until we feel trapped by it all. Our community is facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, low self-esteem, suicidal ideations, faith transitions, religious trauma, and more. In Utah it is common to have suffered religious trauma and not even realize it, especially as a former member of the mormon church. Whether you are LGBTQIA+ or cisgender/heterosexual, let's work together to help you not just survive, but also thrive.
As an eclectic counselor I utilize different types of therapy that will work best for your individual needs including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more. I work with adults and teens and focus on depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, trauma, faith transitions, self esteem, religious trauma and more. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and am queer myself.
I have experienced depression, anxiety, and religious trauma (as a former mormon) and learned to overcome it and have years of mental health experience. I'm confident I can help you learn to use the power you have inside to overcome your struggles as well. Call today to start your journey to well being. Free 15 min consultation available.
Call or Ray A Petersen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (385) 988-4215

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Salt Psych

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

(385) 988-4215
My website
I'm available daytime and evenings Mon-Fri tele-health.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
What is my role as your therapist?
Ray A Petersen
Let's Connect (385) 988-4215
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Salt Psych

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

(385) 988-4215
My website
I'm available daytime and evenings Mon-Fri tele-health.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
What is my role as your therapist?
Ray A Petersen

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Regence
  • SelectHealth
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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We accept insurance and credit/debit cards.
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Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215
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We accept insurance and credit/debit cards.
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Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Utah / 14207610-6009 Ray A Petersen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended Walden University , Masters Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Graduated 2025
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ACMHC with over 12 years experience in mental health roles.
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Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215
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ACMHC with over 12 years experience in mental health roles.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Faith Transitions
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
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I specialize working with clients who are suffering from the effects of religious trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, faith transitions, and LGBTQIA issues. My approach is to build a partnership with you to develop a path through this difficult time in your life, and help you be your best version of yourself in the future.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215
"
I specialize working with clients who are suffering from the effects of religious trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, faith transitions, and LGBTQIA issues. My approach is to build a partnership with you to develop a path through this difficult time in your life, and help you be your best version of yourself in the future.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215

5 Endorsements

Laura Da Silva
Laura Da Silva
CMHCRPT-S
Ray may be a student, but he's not new to the field and to helping others! His yeas of experience he is more experienced in the field than many mental health students!
Sia Suliafu
Sia Suliafu
Clinical Social Work/TherapistCSW
I highly recommend Ray for anyone seeking support with LGBTQ+ issues or religious trauma. Ray is exceptional at providing compassionate, specialized care and creating a safe, affirming environment for his clients.
Ken Roach
Ken Roach
CounselorEdDLCMHC
It is with pleasure that I endorse Ray Petersen. I have the highest regard for his skills and professionalism.
London Meister
London Meister
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Ray is someone I trust to refer any of my clients to. He is passionate about continuous learning and affirming care. Highly recommended for those seeking a skilled professional to navigate life's challenges with empathy and expertise.
Salt Psych
Salt Psych
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWACMHC
Ray is known to be genuine and compassionate, while being willing to challenge you when it's necessary and therapeutic. He's our expert when it comes to ENM, and more.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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As an eclectic therapist I like to utilize different types of therapy depending on your individual needs. Two of the therapies I pull from often include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I like the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior in CBT and how DBT teaches how to regulate strong emotions.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215
"
As an eclectic therapist I like to utilize different types of therapy depending on your individual needs. Two of the therapies I pull from often include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I like the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior in CBT and how DBT teaches how to regulate strong emotions.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (385) 988-4215

Location

Primary Location

Salt Psych

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

(385) 988-4215

Nearby Areas

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I'm available daytime and evenings Mon-Fri tele-health.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (385) 988-4215
"
I'm available daytime and evenings Mon-Fri tele-health.
Photo of Ray A Petersen, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Ray A Petersen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ACMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (385) 988-4215