Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT

Life throws all kinds of challenges at us. Some are happening now, and some happened in the past but have not been resolved. Whether you are walking away from an abusive situation, coming to terms with your identity, or working through childhood trauma, you could use a guide. You may be facing the death of a loved one, or grieving other losses. Maybe you are struggling with emotions that feel out of control, but you don't know why. Or, after a positive change in your life, like becoming a parent or finding a healthy partner, you find yourself unhappy. When life becomes too painful or you're just plain stuck, therapy can help.

I got into the counseling field after having personal experience in counseling that led to change and acceptance in my own life; I remember feeling “okay” for the first time and it is my goal as a therapist to guide my clients to their “okay” and hopefully beyond. I use a wide variety of therapeutic techniques to help clients reach their goals. Specializing in trauma informed therapies including EMDR and somatic techniques. I enjoy treating women’s health concerns across the lifespan with extensive perinatal mental health training. I am consistently willing to seek out information to ensure my clients are receiving the best care.

Dr. Ami Owen received her undergraduate degree in Social Science and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master’s in General Family Therapy with an advanced emphasis on families and trauma. Dr. Owen also received a Doctorate in Counseling and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. She is licensed in UT, ID, WA, AZ, TX, FL, CA, and is a nationally approved supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). She takes delight in mentoring therapists on the complexities of family systems and consults with providers across the country to improve systems approaches.

My role as a therapist is to create a space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and emotions, as well as find healing solutions to issues you may be facing. These issues may be depression, anxiety, a life change, or past trauma that you may now find yourself courageous enough to face. I have experience working with adults who live with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, maternal mental health, addiction, first responders, faith transitions, and gender transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and sex positive.

If you have people pleasing or perfectionist tendencies, feel insecure in your relationships, struggle to be assertive, have issues with co-dependency, repeat unhealthy relationship patterns, have difficulty setting and keeping healthy boundaries, or have constant self-criticism and low self-esteem, I'd love to work with you. I use DBT, CBT, EMDR, and IFS and specialize in working with adults who either have or currently are experiencing relationship trauma, including childhood trauma, separation or divorce, difficult breakups, toxic relationships, workplace trauma, and parent-child issues.

Jayne started Blue Skies Counseling with the goal of helping women heal who have experienced relationship trauma. Now, as four empathic, LGBTQIA+-allied feminist therapists, our expanded goal is to help you recognize and actively dismantle felt oppression and inequity on an individual basis, including supporting people who are questioning their faith, sexuality, and gender identity. We offer a client-centered, solution-focused approach through multicultural, humanistic, existential, and relational theories in a safe, warm environment. We also use EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), SE, and other modalities to help our clients heal.

My work with clients begins at the heart using a strength-based, person-centered approach. Navigating life's uncertainties and learning how to grow through difficult times can be challenging. Past events in our lives are part of our story, but they are not the entire story and they do not define our whole life. I embrace people and their stories with an open heart and innate sensitivity. Creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment to explore relationship and life patterns that are no longer serving you is of utmost importance to me. Therapy is a journey that we can take together, navigating the challenges in a collaborative way.

We’ve all experienced varying degrees of pain or trauma in our lives. Sometimes that pain, sadness or fear becomes debilitating and we find it difficult to function. You may know what is causing your distress (loss of job, end of a relationship, family problems) or you might have no idea why you’re struggling. Either way you may be feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, anxious, worried, angry or even confused. Things that have helped you in the past may no longer be working. That’s a good sign that you need some new coping skills and improved insight.

Psychotherapy is a way to learn more about ourselves, find options for change, and develop skills for managing difficult situations and emotions. While the "story" of pain is important, I offer clients the opportunity to better understand the roots of distress, ways in which bodies hold emotional pain, and clear options for enhancing natural resilience. For over a decade, I have helped clients manage anxiety and depression and recover from addiction and trauma. I work with LGBT clients around trauma and discrimination. With training in EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and CBT, I offer a variety of therapies based on individual need.

I help adults experiencing anger, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. I believe in individualized care and will work with you to identify the best therapeutic direction. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Who could you be if you were able to manage your emotions skillfully and without self-criticism? The fact that you are reading these words right now tells me you’re on the path toward discovering the answer to that question. It takes strength to seek support and I am so happy you have found yourself here. I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD.

You are enough, you are worthy and I already know you are brave because you are here. Healing is possible. You are not meant to heal alone. Together we will create space for you to feel safe and supported, so you can reconnect with your truest self. The real you, the vibrant you, that is still there, alive and well, under any chaos or pain. I have spent 14 years supporting others through their darkest times, through trauma, loss, grief, and struggles with belonging. The path of the human experience can lead to a variety of complicated and sometimes difficult emotions.

Welcome to High Desert Thrive! If there was one silver lining to the pandemic it was legitimizing virtual visits as a viable option to serve folks in need. I have served many individuals through my virtual practice who would never have been willing or able to access support. Making change is difficult--Therapy is a great option for those ready to move forward in their lives. I am passionate about serving my clients and assisting them in finding healing, and increasing their quality of life. I offer a safe, trusting environment to work through difficulties and improve life coping and satisfaction.

Clients I work with feel overwhelmed, lost, like a failure, stuck, and unsure of how to find balance in our chaotic world. I support clients in improving emotional regulation, self-perception, and relationships. I provide a safe space to explore experiences and emotions. I specialize in helping those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, personality disorders, and substance misuse.

Therapy can be a significant help in finding relief from difficult feelings such as anger, grief, or sadness. Therapy is also an effective tool in finding solutions and confidence in difficult relationships, or with behaviors that you or a loved one may be struggling with. I acknowledge the courage it can take to seek assistance, as a therapist I always focus on clients strengths. I often work with adults coping with anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, or various types of PTSD. I take a special interest in working with various types of trauma, dissociation, and dissociative disorders in adults.

I am a client-centered, holistic, integrative, systemic, and mindfulness-based Social Worker who utilizes self and social/community empowerment to inspire intersectional healing and alignment. I have extensive personal and professional experience related to depression and anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQ(QIAAP+) and multicultural matters, social activism and allyship, complex trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, and domestic and interpersonal violence. I work alongside clients to create a greater sense of self-love and acceptance, helping to promote both immediate and long-term relief and change in their daily lives.

I specialize in providing treatment for people who struggle with ongoing patterns they haven't been able to change. I work with individuals who are feeling stuck in life, have anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, relationship problems, and faith crisis. Taking a modern therapeutic approach based in neuroscience, I want to help people looking for alternatives to old, outdated, traditional talk therapy in order to create long-lasting changes.

No matter how capable and resilient we are, at times we are faced with challenges that require professional help. I offer high quality care, for individuals seeking assistance in acquiring coping strategies to deal with stress and challenges. I have extensive Clinical Experience helping individuals find relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. Assisting individuals in shifting negative thought patterns that are self defeating, to increase confidence and motivation. Trained in EMDR, DBT, CPTT, and other evidence based treatments for rapid recovery. Call (801) 251-7233 to schedule an appointment

When you're in emotional pain or distress it can sometimes feel like there is no "sanctuary" to deal with life's challenges. My role is to create a safe space for self-exploration, understanding and healing. Through the therapeutic journey I help each client learn to recognize and embrace their authentic self, strengths and resilience.