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Dana R Emmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AFCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
I have a great passion for helping individuals and families heal and resolve individual and relational issues which currently rule their lives.
I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Tulsa University. I am currently a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been been working as a practitioner for over 35 years. I love to help my clients have a good sense of well-being and to find meaning and purpose for their lives.
I have a great passion for helping individuals and families heal and resolve individual and relational issues which currently rule their lives.
I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Tulsa University. I am currently a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been been working as a practitioner for over 35 years. I love to help my clients have a good sense of well-being and to find meaning and purpose for their lives.
(385) 398-7896 View (385) 398-7896
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Melissa Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relational conflict, parenting struggles, and trauma.
I commend you on taking this courageous step towards change. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not just endured. I am a strength-based, client-centered therapist who looks forward to seeing what you bring to the table. I love to help clients rediscover their strengths and skills as they overcome their challenges in life. I strive to provide a comfortable, safe, and secure space where you can feel cared for and empowered while utilizing your existing skills, as well as learning new skills to help build your self-confidence and increase your emotional well-being.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relational conflict, parenting struggles, and trauma.
I commend you on taking this courageous step towards change. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not just endured. I am a strength-based, client-centered therapist who looks forward to seeing what you bring to the table. I love to help clients rediscover their strengths and skills as they overcome their challenges in life. I strive to provide a comfortable, safe, and secure space where you can feel cared for and empowered while utilizing your existing skills, as well as learning new skills to help build your self-confidence and increase your emotional well-being.
(435) 334-2019 View (435) 334-2019
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Brittany K Case
Counselor, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84601
My passion lies in supporting, advocating, lifting, and encouraging people when they are in their darkest moments. I enjoy helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and family and relational conflict. My biggest strength as a therapist and clinician is that I am my patients advocate and help to empower, creating strong rapport, being honest, genuine, and non-judgmental. My goal is to help patients live rich, full, and meaningful lives, and only my patients can determine what that means for them. Now specializing in EMDR; an innovative technique helping reduce PTSD symptoms, trauma, anxiety and more.
My passion lies in supporting, advocating, lifting, and encouraging people when they are in their darkest moments. I enjoy helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and family and relational conflict. My biggest strength as a therapist and clinician is that I am my patients advocate and help to empower, creating strong rapport, being honest, genuine, and non-judgmental. My goal is to help patients live rich, full, and meaningful lives, and only my patients can determine what that means for them. Now specializing in EMDR; an innovative technique helping reduce PTSD symptoms, trauma, anxiety and more.
(435) 214-1786 View (435) 214-1786
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Benjamin C Salazar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
I approach therapy primarily from a relational-cultural perspective, which acknowledges healthy relationships as key to emotional and psychological functioning. My clients often seek therapy for help with loneliness/emotional disconnection from others, relationship/dating anxiety, or relational distress because of personal identity changes. I strive to help my clients gain insight into the dynamics in their life that contribute to feelings of fear and sadness. I also help clients move away from avoidant ways of dealing with stress in their lives and toward strategies that increase self-esteem and provide their lives with meaning.
I approach therapy primarily from a relational-cultural perspective, which acknowledges healthy relationships as key to emotional and psychological functioning. My clients often seek therapy for help with loneliness/emotional disconnection from others, relationship/dating anxiety, or relational distress because of personal identity changes. I strive to help my clients gain insight into the dynamics in their life that contribute to feelings of fear and sadness. I also help clients move away from avoidant ways of dealing with stress in their lives and toward strategies that increase self-esteem and provide their lives with meaning.
(801) 528-4351 View (801) 528-4351
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Bryce Barker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
You're here because you're brave. Maybe you are feeling stuck. You've done what you feel you can. Something still isn't working. You're hoping an outside perspective will help you find the path to change or healing. This is where I can help. I specialize in treating sexual addiction and pornography problems, the associated betrayal trauma typically experienced by partners, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, relationship struggles, faith crisis, faith transition and mixed faith marriages. Whatever your goals are, I will be there to help you find the path to success.
You're here because you're brave. Maybe you are feeling stuck. You've done what you feel you can. Something still isn't working. You're hoping an outside perspective will help you find the path to change or healing. This is where I can help. I specialize in treating sexual addiction and pornography problems, the associated betrayal trauma typically experienced by partners, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, relationship struggles, faith crisis, faith transition and mixed faith marriages. Whatever your goals are, I will be there to help you find the path to success.
(385) 213-0826 View (385) 213-0826
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Simone Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
By the end of each appointment with me, I want you to feel like you’ve been heard and that you’ve gained something valuable, whether that’s new coping skills or an improved sense of peace or strength. Your trauma is stored in your nervous system, so I utilize therapies like EMDR to work to relieve you of your burden. My training is in grief and trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, and suicidality. I provide trauma-focused therapy to support you as we work together to reach your goals.
By the end of each appointment with me, I want you to feel like you’ve been heard and that you’ve gained something valuable, whether that’s new coping skills or an improved sense of peace or strength. Your trauma is stored in your nervous system, so I utilize therapies like EMDR to work to relieve you of your burden. My training is in grief and trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, and suicidality. I provide trauma-focused therapy to support you as we work together to reach your goals.
(801) 989-3693 View (801) 989-3693
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Kassidy Darling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT , Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
I have experience working with premarital and newlywed couples, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, transitional periods, betrayal and more. I strive to understand people within their context from a systemic perspective. In therapy, I recognize that while some things require change, others simply require acceptance. My hope is to work with you to increase compassion and connection in all aspects of life. We all need help sometimes, and sometimes just getting a little bit of help makes all the difference. I'm here to help individuals, couples, and families from systemic, emotionally focused, acceptance based perspectives.
I have experience working with premarital and newlywed couples, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, transitional periods, betrayal and more. I strive to understand people within their context from a systemic perspective. In therapy, I recognize that while some things require change, others simply require acceptance. My hope is to work with you to increase compassion and connection in all aspects of life. We all need help sometimes, and sometimes just getting a little bit of help makes all the difference. I'm here to help individuals, couples, and families from systemic, emotionally focused, acceptance based perspectives.
(801) 923-6892 View (801) 923-6892
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New Beginnings Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, CMHC, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Life is difficult. All of us are faced with stress, pain, loss, and feeling out of control in our lives. Sometimes, even the strongest people you know need a little bit of help to work through life’s more difficult problems. You may be experiencing some of your own life’s challenges and feel you have done all you can to cope, yet find things are not changing or improving. You may not know exactly where to go for help, who the best person would be to talk to, or what to expect from therapy. These are normal questions and concerns. All of us here at New Beginnings Counseling Group want to reassure you…You are in the right place!
Life is difficult. All of us are faced with stress, pain, loss, and feeling out of control in our lives. Sometimes, even the strongest people you know need a little bit of help to work through life’s more difficult problems. You may be experiencing some of your own life’s challenges and feel you have done all you can to cope, yet find things are not changing or improving. You may not know exactly where to go for help, who the best person would be to talk to, or what to expect from therapy. These are normal questions and concerns. All of us here at New Beginnings Counseling Group want to reassure you…You are in the right place!
(385) 831-6057 View (385) 831-6057
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Loren Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84606
I have been working in the Mental Health field for over 20 years in a variety of settings. I have had several years experience working with teenagers in Residential Treatment Center's, and have worked with clients of all ages in day treatment, outpatient clinics, and private practice. I use an individualized therapeutic approach to help people work through their struggles, stress, and other issues that have caused problems in their day to day life. I specialize in working with teenagers, college-aged, and adults.
I have been working in the Mental Health field for over 20 years in a variety of settings. I have had several years experience working with teenagers in Residential Treatment Center's, and have worked with clients of all ages in day treatment, outpatient clinics, and private practice. I use an individualized therapeutic approach to help people work through their struggles, stress, and other issues that have caused problems in their day to day life. I specialize in working with teenagers, college-aged, and adults.
(385) 485-6731 View (385) 485-6731
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Brookside Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84604
Families, Teens, Couples, and Individuals. Restoring hope to Utah families, Couples and Teens. And for those who feel they have tried everything; we have additional methods to help the mind heal. With Ketamine assisted therapy, and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) great strides have been made toward a healthier mind.
Families, Teens, Couples, and Individuals. Restoring hope to Utah families, Couples and Teens. And for those who feel they have tried everything; we have additional methods to help the mind heal. With Ketamine assisted therapy, and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) great strides have been made toward a healthier mind.
(385) 600-5974 View (385) 600-5974
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Colton Waldron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Your story is integral to our therapeutic process and will help me understand exactly how I can help you achieve the growth and change that you come to counseling in search of. My clients find a safe space where they can address difficult things as they face life obstacles. It is a brave step to attend counseling and I value the commitment that my clients make by making that first phone call. My goal is to guide you as you work toward your goals and create positive experiences. I specialize in working with infidelity, pornography use and partner trauma, life transitions, relationship improvement, depression and anxiety.
Your story is integral to our therapeutic process and will help me understand exactly how I can help you achieve the growth and change that you come to counseling in search of. My clients find a safe space where they can address difficult things as they face life obstacles. It is a brave step to attend counseling and I value the commitment that my clients make by making that first phone call. My goal is to guide you as you work toward your goals and create positive experiences. I specialize in working with infidelity, pornography use and partner trauma, life transitions, relationship improvement, depression and anxiety.
(801) 784-3704 View (801) 784-3704
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Martin Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Your relationship with your spouse is unlike any other. That one person is in a unique position of intimacy that allows them to truly love you or sometimes, to deeply hurt you. For you, the hurt in your relationship could feel like an exhausting cycle, or being stuck, or a deep disappointment. The good news is that couples therapists today have decades of research to draw from. The work of the Gottman Institute or the Hendrix Imago program show what makes a happy, healthy relationship. As a marriage and family therapist, I help my clients experience more of the good stuff.
Your relationship with your spouse is unlike any other. That one person is in a unique position of intimacy that allows them to truly love you or sometimes, to deeply hurt you. For you, the hurt in your relationship could feel like an exhausting cycle, or being stuck, or a deep disappointment. The good news is that couples therapists today have decades of research to draw from. The work of the Gottman Institute or the Hendrix Imago program show what makes a happy, healthy relationship. As a marriage and family therapist, I help my clients experience more of the good stuff.
(385) 526-2829 View (385) 526-2829
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Heather Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84601
Immediate Openings. It can be daunting and freeing to ask for help. Life can be hard and overwhelming at times, but there is hope in healing. As a therapist, here is my goal: create a safe, compassionate, and curious space where you can start the healing process. Together we will examine the patterns that have you seeking change, process how you and your environment interact, and explore those inner voices that can build you up and, at times, tear you down.
Immediate Openings. It can be daunting and freeing to ask for help. Life can be hard and overwhelming at times, but there is hope in healing. As a therapist, here is my goal: create a safe, compassionate, and curious space where you can start the healing process. Together we will examine the patterns that have you seeking change, process how you and your environment interact, and explore those inner voices that can build you up and, at times, tear you down.
(385) 308-5481 View (385) 308-5481
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Erin Lincoln
Counselor, MS, ACMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Counseling has always been that one unique ability of mine that I felt was a higher calling. The encouragement I get from watching clients meet major milestones continues to increase my passion as a therapist. I am a firm believer that there is no shame in asking for help. Regardless of how major or minor your struggle may be, having someone to talk to makes a massive difference. As a therapist, I strive to provide a nonjudgmental environment that allows clients to feel safe and secure. I work with anxiety, depression, loss, and trauma, in addition to youth, couples, LGBTQ+, and individuals.
Counseling has always been that one unique ability of mine that I felt was a higher calling. The encouragement I get from watching clients meet major milestones continues to increase my passion as a therapist. I am a firm believer that there is no shame in asking for help. Regardless of how major or minor your struggle may be, having someone to talk to makes a massive difference. As a therapist, I strive to provide a nonjudgmental environment that allows clients to feel safe and secure. I work with anxiety, depression, loss, and trauma, in addition to youth, couples, LGBTQ+, and individuals.
(385) 483-3134 View (385) 483-3134
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Ben Weinheimer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84606
Waitlist for new clients
I love being a therapist, helping others to find their best selves and reach their potential. I do individual and family / marital therapy with all ages. I specialize in autism spectrum disorders, abuse / trauma, anxiety, depression, executive functioning deficits (like ADHD and learning problems), and behavior problems. My preferred modes of therapy are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), child-centered play therapy / filial play therapy, neurocognitive remediation (NCR), and experiential therapy (including utilizing mindfulness).
I love being a therapist, helping others to find their best selves and reach their potential. I do individual and family / marital therapy with all ages. I specialize in autism spectrum disorders, abuse / trauma, anxiety, depression, executive functioning deficits (like ADHD and learning problems), and behavior problems. My preferred modes of therapy are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), child-centered play therapy / filial play therapy, neurocognitive remediation (NCR), and experiential therapy (including utilizing mindfulness).
(801) 876-5343 View (801) 876-5343
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Isaac Vazquez
Counselor, MS, CMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84601
I can help you work towards the real issue right away and help you start feeling better from the first session. First thing I want to say is that I am so sorry your heart is feeling a consistent pain...This pain is very important to me and I am here for you. We can make it. A broken heart is the root of most individual and relationship problems. The brains job is to reduce pain and numb the heart. I believe that you can learn all the coping skills in the world, however, if your heart is broken, those skills usually will not work. Once the heart feels soothed and understood then the mind may accept new solutions and skills.
I can help you work towards the real issue right away and help you start feeling better from the first session. First thing I want to say is that I am so sorry your heart is feeling a consistent pain...This pain is very important to me and I am here for you. We can make it. A broken heart is the root of most individual and relationship problems. The brains job is to reduce pain and numb the heart. I believe that you can learn all the coping skills in the world, however, if your heart is broken, those skills usually will not work. Once the heart feels soothed and understood then the mind may accept new solutions and skills.
(385) 250-1807 View (385) 250-1807
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Jayde Scroggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
I absolutely love what I do as a therapist. I am collaborative, working with your strengths and helping you access your own skills and resources to overcome your challenges. I believe in empowering you to take action and I love to create a safe environment to explore difficult emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe in you. I am a person-centered therapist. I feel strongly about the inherent capacity of humans to heal and grow.
I absolutely love what I do as a therapist. I am collaborative, working with your strengths and helping you access your own skills and resources to overcome your challenges. I believe in empowering you to take action and I love to create a safe environment to explore difficult emotions, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe in you. I am a person-centered therapist. I feel strongly about the inherent capacity of humans to heal and grow.
(385) 448-5003 View (385) 448-5003
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Bryan Henrie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
Each person’s story has successes and struggles, and I believe every individual has what it takes to find healing and growth. As an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapist, my efforts focus on accessing that healing and growth by exploring underlying beliefs, wounds, and fears that get in the way of you feeling connected with yourself and the important people in your life.
Each person’s story has successes and struggles, and I believe every individual has what it takes to find healing and growth. As an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapist, my efforts focus on accessing that healing and growth by exploring underlying beliefs, wounds, and fears that get in the way of you feeling connected with yourself and the important people in your life.
(801) 316-8961 View (801) 316-8961
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Revere Health Behavioral Health
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84604
Hello, I'm Caroline with Revere Health Behavioral Health. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in.
Hello, I'm Caroline with Revere Health Behavioral Health. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in.
(801) 509-9321 View (801) 509-9321
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Christopher Matteson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
21 Endorsed
Provo, UT 84604
As a therapist, I focus on creating a safe environment for clients to learn about themselves and their relationships. I work to balance accepting you where you are, and gently guiding you to where you want to be. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I help my clients achieve their goals and build healthier relationships. My clients feel accepted and safe in their work with me, which is something I value.
As a therapist, I focus on creating a safe environment for clients to learn about themselves and their relationships. I work to balance accepting you where you are, and gently guiding you to where you want to be. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I help my clients achieve their goals and build healthier relationships. My clients feel accepted and safe in their work with me, which is something I value.
(801) 528-7248 View (801) 528-7248
Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.