Substance Use Therapists in American Fork, UT

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Misty Grant
Counselor, PhD, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful. Therapy can help by taking at your current life, history, perspectives, mistakes, and missteps, as there is great benefit in understanding that our past doesn’t have to define who you are today. Therapy can help you address the various struggles and challenges you experience, creating opportunities to understand yourself and your life better and become the ME you want to be. I work with you to help identify your goals; through compassionate understanding, support, and collaboration, we will work together to help you cultivate the life you want to live.
Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful. Therapy can help by taking at your current life, history, perspectives, mistakes, and missteps, as there is great benefit in understanding that our past doesn’t have to define who you are today. Therapy can help you address the various struggles and challenges you experience, creating opportunities to understand yourself and your life better and become the ME you want to be. I work with you to help identify your goals; through compassionate understanding, support, and collaboration, we will work together to help you cultivate the life you want to live.
(385) 881-2476 View (385) 881-2476
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Brannon Patrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Are you struggling with addiction and other compulsive behaviors? Do you have a family member or spouse who is struggling with addiction? If so I can help you. I have specialized training in treating sexual and chemical addiction. I have also been trained in helping partners and parents of an addict achieve their own recovery. In my practice I help individuals, couples, and families cope with depression, anxiety, excessive anger, fear, and grief. My practice is built on honesty, openess, and accountability. I have the skill set to help individuals find freedom from lifes most difficult challenges.
Are you struggling with addiction and other compulsive behaviors? Do you have a family member or spouse who is struggling with addiction? If so I can help you. I have specialized training in treating sexual and chemical addiction. I have also been trained in helping partners and parents of an addict achieve their own recovery. In my practice I help individuals, couples, and families cope with depression, anxiety, excessive anger, fear, and grief. My practice is built on honesty, openess, and accountability. I have the skill set to help individuals find freedom from lifes most difficult challenges.
(385) 206-6677 View (385) 206-6677
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Kathy Kinghorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, CSAT-S, CMAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
If you want to get to the "why" of your addiction, get farther from the "want" of your addiction. I specialize in helping individuals gain tools to reduce the "want" and then find space to understand the "why". If you only have the hope for hope, that is a good enough place to start.
If you want to get to the "why" of your addiction, get farther from the "want" of your addiction. I specialize in helping individuals gain tools to reduce the "want" and then find space to understand the "why". If you only have the hope for hope, that is a good enough place to start.
(385) 213-2064 View (385) 213-2064
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Ryan Nielsen
Counselor, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
(801) 894-9195 View (801) 894-9195
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Nathan Sellers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I work with individuals, couples, and families who may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, communication conflict, or challenges with parenting adolescents. I have been working as a therapist since 2008. My focus is to help people heal, grow, and become their best selves. I work with people that are invested in overcoming their weaknesses and insecurities and are open to looking at new perspectives and challenge their current limiting beliefs.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, communication conflict, or challenges with parenting adolescents. I have been working as a therapist since 2008. My focus is to help people heal, grow, and become their best selves. I work with people that are invested in overcoming their weaknesses and insecurities and are open to looking at new perspectives and challenge their current limiting beliefs.
(385) 340-3726 View (385) 340-3726
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Dr. Todd Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.
Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.
(385) 304-4147 View (385) 304-4147
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Tyler McDonald
Counselor, CMHC, LMHT
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Waitlist for new clients
“I feel lost”… “I feel like I don’t belong”… “I feel like life is too complex”… "I feel disconnected with myself"... “I’m not who I want to be or who I expected to become”… “I feel stuck in a life that I don’t recognize anymore”… There appears to be a rising recognition of the change and complexity of life in the world today. Attributes that once appeared to be strengths are now often overwhelming and underappreciated. At the root of it all is trauma, which breathes into this life disconnect and isolation.
“I feel lost”… “I feel like I don’t belong”… “I feel like life is too complex”… "I feel disconnected with myself"... “I’m not who I want to be or who I expected to become”… “I feel stuck in a life that I don’t recognize anymore”… There appears to be a rising recognition of the change and complexity of life in the world today. Attributes that once appeared to be strengths are now often overwhelming and underappreciated. At the root of it all is trauma, which breathes into this life disconnect and isolation.
(385) 375-3112 View (385) 375-3112
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Juliane Wight Johnson
Counselor, ACMHC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Hello! My name is Juliane and I’m an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Through personal experience with loved ones struggling with addiction, abuse and divorce, I have learned pain in life is inevitable; I have also learned suffering is not. My passion is to support and help people to relieve as much suffering as possible through sharing tools to make life more manageable and meaningful, even through times of uncertainty and distress.
Hello! My name is Juliane and I’m an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Through personal experience with loved ones struggling with addiction, abuse and divorce, I have learned pain in life is inevitable; I have also learned suffering is not. My passion is to support and help people to relieve as much suffering as possible through sharing tools to make life more manageable and meaningful, even through times of uncertainty and distress.
(801) 823-4130 View (801) 823-4130
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Acadian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP, ACMHC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Our focus is to help you heal, become aware of your inner strengths, and progress. We achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and working with you on your plan.
Our focus is to help you heal, become aware of your inner strengths, and progress. We achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and working with you on your plan.
(801) 850-9847 View (801) 850-9847
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Stephen Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I work with clients struggling with a variety of issues, providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I am passionate about the well being and livelihood of those I work with, and integrate a variety of approaches to help you to accomplish your goals. I specialize in working with those struggling with sexual addiction and their significant others on associated relational issues including trust, betrayal, and trauma work, as well as mental health issues that play a role in these areas.
I work with clients struggling with a variety of issues, providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I am passionate about the well being and livelihood of those I work with, and integrate a variety of approaches to help you to accomplish your goals. I specialize in working with those struggling with sexual addiction and their significant others on associated relational issues including trust, betrayal, and trauma work, as well as mental health issues that play a role in these areas.
(260) 488-0940 View (260) 488-0940
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Cameron R. Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
The goal is to get good at life, not get good at going to therapy. Build a toolbox of specific skills that help with your mental health. I help people with depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and many other areas of struggle. The goal is to assess and give interventions that gain control of life and heal.
The goal is to get good at life, not get good at going to therapy. Build a toolbox of specific skills that help with your mental health. I help people with depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and many other areas of struggle. The goal is to assess and give interventions that gain control of life and heal.
(385) 474-1332 View (385) 474-1332
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Jericho Brent Avery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Life is difficult sometimes and can feel overwhelming, lonely, or sad. I have felt that way as well during parts of my life. It’s difficult not to have the multi faceted parts of our lives take a toll on our mental health. Grief, loss, addiction, and trauma are all part of my story. However, the stories we believe to be true of ourselves and others are capable of being rewritten. The important factor is identifying through discovery and support of how YOU are the author. Therapy isn't as much learning skills to overcome mental health issues as it is unlearning carried shame, guilt, and negative beliefs to become an emboldened you.
Life is difficult sometimes and can feel overwhelming, lonely, or sad. I have felt that way as well during parts of my life. It’s difficult not to have the multi faceted parts of our lives take a toll on our mental health. Grief, loss, addiction, and trauma are all part of my story. However, the stories we believe to be true of ourselves and others are capable of being rewritten. The important factor is identifying through discovery and support of how YOU are the author. Therapy isn't as much learning skills to overcome mental health issues as it is unlearning carried shame, guilt, and negative beliefs to become an emboldened you.
(801) 823-2945 View (801) 823-2945
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Matthew Bridgstock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAT, CST, CPTT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I specialize in helping clients deal with relationship trauma and sexual addiction. I'm trained in the Gottman therapy technique for relationships and EMDR. I am also a Sexual Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and a Sex Therapist (CST). I offer a diverse approach and utilize a variety of interventions based upon my extensive training and research.
I specialize in helping clients deal with relationship trauma and sexual addiction. I'm trained in the Gottman therapy technique for relationships and EMDR. I am also a Sexual Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and a Sex Therapist (CST). I offer a diverse approach and utilize a variety of interventions based upon my extensive training and research.
(801) 919-8245 View (801) 919-8245
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Dallin Schenk
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003  (Online Only)
Life's unexpected challenges can bring overwhelming emotions like depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and disconnection. Online therapy and group therapy sessions provide a safe, judgment-free space tailored to your needs. You don't have to face these struggles alone; I would love to connect with you in the comfort of your home. No judgement, no shame, no pretense, you're accepted as you are, and I am dedicated to helping you navigate your journey toward healing and emotional well-being. Online therapy works and is very powerful, so you can be more open and vulnerable without fear or worry of in-person therapy.
Life's unexpected challenges can bring overwhelming emotions like depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and disconnection. Online therapy and group therapy sessions provide a safe, judgment-free space tailored to your needs. You don't have to face these struggles alone; I would love to connect with you in the comfort of your home. No judgement, no shame, no pretense, you're accepted as you are, and I am dedicated to helping you navigate your journey toward healing and emotional well-being. Online therapy works and is very powerful, so you can be more open and vulnerable without fear or worry of in-person therapy.
(385) 376-4453 View (385) 376-4453
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Life Stone Counseling Centers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSUDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Robyn has worked several years in the substance abuse field doing inpatient, outpatient and medication-assisted treatment. She also has experience working with those in the criminal justice system. Robyn is committed to working collaboratively with clients to help them meet their life goals.Robyn practices in the Utah County location.
Robyn has worked several years in the substance abuse field doing inpatient, outpatient and medication-assisted treatment. She also has experience working with those in the criminal justice system. Robyn is committed to working collaboratively with clients to help them meet their life goals.Robyn practices in the Utah County location.
(385) 316-6621 View (385) 316-6621
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Melissa Barton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about connecting with my clients and creating a space for healing and understanding. Working with couples and Individuals has been a beautiful and incredible. I desire to assist you through anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual blocks and explore sexual narratives that have been created over your lifetime. We often get caught up in negative relationship cycles and negative sexual cycles, making you feel stuck and somewhat crazy. It is my honor and privilege to assist in relieving the pain you are experiencing and create HOPE/CHANGE in your life.
I am passionate about connecting with my clients and creating a space for healing and understanding. Working with couples and Individuals has been a beautiful and incredible. I desire to assist you through anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual blocks and explore sexual narratives that have been created over your lifetime. We often get caught up in negative relationship cycles and negative sexual cycles, making you feel stuck and somewhat crazy. It is my honor and privilege to assist in relieving the pain you are experiencing and create HOPE/CHANGE in your life.
(385) 474-8237 View (385) 474-8237
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Brody Bates
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Welcome to Summit View Counseling! We have several great professionals on our team to support and assist you. I have personally worked in the mental health field in various capacities for 17 years. I have come to understand the needs of individuals, couples, and families as they face challenges which can seem overwhelming.  I appreciate the impact of evidenced based psychotherapies in helping the clients I work with achieve the results they are seeking. I also recognize the power of being present and flexible as needs in treatment evolve.
Welcome to Summit View Counseling! We have several great professionals on our team to support and assist you. I have personally worked in the mental health field in various capacities for 17 years. I have come to understand the needs of individuals, couples, and families as they face challenges which can seem overwhelming.  I appreciate the impact of evidenced based psychotherapies in helping the clients I work with achieve the results they are seeking. I also recognize the power of being present and flexible as needs in treatment evolve.
(385) 217-6293 View (385) 217-6293
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Joshua Kirk Thorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I specialize in adolescents, young adults & parenting. My main areas of expertise are processing information challenges (as defined by rigid thinking, stress sensitive, disorganized, "not getting it", struggles with change/transitions, & social struggles), anxiety, depression, ADHD, attachment/adoption, trauma & problematic pornography viewing. I help clients build resilience in their lives to more effectively face their challenges & take an active approach when needed with experiential therapy (going for a walk, jog, hike or bike ride--depending on the need & value to help the client progress and grow). EMDR trained.
I specialize in adolescents, young adults & parenting. My main areas of expertise are processing information challenges (as defined by rigid thinking, stress sensitive, disorganized, "not getting it", struggles with change/transitions, & social struggles), anxiety, depression, ADHD, attachment/adoption, trauma & problematic pornography viewing. I help clients build resilience in their lives to more effectively face their challenges & take an active approach when needed with experiential therapy (going for a walk, jog, hike or bike ride--depending on the need & value to help the client progress and grow). EMDR trained.
(801) 877-1309 View (801) 877-1309
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Ernie C Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
My practice is focused on providing Individual therapy and family therapy for adults and adolescence who are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, addictions, and relational or behavioral issues.
My practice is focused on providing Individual therapy and family therapy for adults and adolescence who are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, addictions, and relational or behavioral issues.
(801) 331-5591 View (801) 331-5591
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Marisa T Silva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
I have been a therapist for 30 years working with most areas of difficulty that impact a client's life. Sometime it feels like no one can understand you or your pain or can help. Often small adjustments are all that are needed to untap the answers and strengths that are inside. I believe in your ability to be able to use your strength. Partner with me to find a way to overcome the difficulty you are facing. If you are ready to make a change in your life lets get started.
I have been a therapist for 30 years working with most areas of difficulty that impact a client's life. Sometime it feels like no one can understand you or your pain or can help. Often small adjustments are all that are needed to untap the answers and strengths that are inside. I believe in your ability to be able to use your strength. Partner with me to find a way to overcome the difficulty you are facing. If you are ready to make a change in your life lets get started.
(801) 341-2069 View (801) 341-2069

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Substance Use Therapists

How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.

Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?

There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.