Sports Performance Therapists in Bountiful, UT
Life feels like a series of fires. As a young man/young adult man (14-35), you might be numbing out with video games, porn, or substances because the real world feels like a rigged game. You’re tired of the guilt following outbursts or broken trust. You want respect and control. To the parents: I know the exhaustion of watching your son slip away behind a wall of disrespect or addiction. You’ve tried everything and feel met with silence. Deep down, you both want the same thing: to lift the weight of these "shortcuts" and rebuild a life of purpose. You aren't broken—you're navigating a path that has become overwhelming.
Life feels like a series of fires. As a young man/young adult man (14-35), you might be numbing out with video games, porn, or substances because the real world feels like a rigged game. You’re tired of the guilt following outbursts or broken trust. You want respect and control. To the parents: I know the exhaustion of watching your son slip away behind a wall of disrespect or addiction. You’ve tried everything and feel met with silence. Deep down, you both want the same thing: to lift the weight of these "shortcuts" and rebuild a life of purpose. You aren't broken—you're navigating a path that has become overwhelming.
My goal is to work with individuals, couples, and families to find a better quality of life with less stress and worry, and more relief and peace. I work with families moving through crisis and change whether that be divorce, the blending of families, mental illness, transition, grief, or finding their passion for what they want to do and who they want to be.
My goal is to work with individuals, couples, and families to find a better quality of life with less stress and worry, and more relief and peace. I work with families moving through crisis and change whether that be divorce, the blending of families, mental illness, transition, grief, or finding their passion for what they want to do and who they want to be.
If you've tried therapy before and feel like you didn't get to the root or as deep as you would have liked to, I'm your girl! I believe that there is no one “right” route to take in life. In my work I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach. Together we will create your life worth living and release the pain that's in the way. I hope at the end of our time together you will have more loving connections, playfulness, and meaning. Together we will celebrate victories, no matter how small. We will laugh, grieve, be angry, cry, and smile throughout the process.
If you've tried therapy before and feel like you didn't get to the root or as deep as you would have liked to, I'm your girl! I believe that there is no one “right” route to take in life. In my work I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach. Together we will create your life worth living and release the pain that's in the way. I hope at the end of our time together you will have more loving connections, playfulness, and meaning. Together we will celebrate victories, no matter how small. We will laugh, grieve, be angry, cry, and smile throughout the process.
People are Fascinating! Day-to-day we come into contact with people who have weathered unimaginable challenges, people who have been knocked down, people who have been hurt, people who have hurt others; and yet we just move along! I believe there is power in a pause. It has been a great privilege to accompany, witness, and pause with people in their struggles and their efforts to change over the past 10 years. I am adept at working with people who experience depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, drug abuse, etc. I strive to meet clients where they are and collaboratively develop a plan that feels right for them.
People are Fascinating! Day-to-day we come into contact with people who have weathered unimaginable challenges, people who have been knocked down, people who have been hurt, people who have hurt others; and yet we just move along! I believe there is power in a pause. It has been a great privilege to accompany, witness, and pause with people in their struggles and their efforts to change over the past 10 years. I am adept at working with people who experience depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, drug abuse, etc. I strive to meet clients where they are and collaboratively develop a plan that feels right for them.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in individual, couple, and family therapy for adolescents and adults. I completed my undergraduate work at the University of Utah with a double major in Consumer and Community Studies and Sociology. I attended graduate school at Arizona State University receiving my masters degree in Social Work. I am trained in several different therapy styles including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Solution- Focused Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in individual, couple, and family therapy for adolescents and adults. I completed my undergraduate work at the University of Utah with a double major in Consumer and Community Studies and Sociology. I attended graduate school at Arizona State University receiving my masters degree in Social Work. I am trained in several different therapy styles including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Solution- Focused Therapy.
Life can take its toll on our mental and emotional health. Through therapy, we learn that "We are not what happened to us, we are what we wish to become"- Carl Jung. Life can be challenging and overwhelming when dealing with work, school, or family stressors. Therapy is a great way to learn new skills to improve relationships, develop coping skills, let go of painful emotions, and find a deeper meaning in life. I will consistently show up for you despite your circumstances. I will show unconditional positive regard as you strengthen yourself and your relationships.
Life can take its toll on our mental and emotional health. Through therapy, we learn that "We are not what happened to us, we are what we wish to become"- Carl Jung. Life can be challenging and overwhelming when dealing with work, school, or family stressors. Therapy is a great way to learn new skills to improve relationships, develop coping skills, let go of painful emotions, and find a deeper meaning in life. I will consistently show up for you despite your circumstances. I will show unconditional positive regard as you strengthen yourself and your relationships.
I am committed to supporting individuals through a client-centered and compassionate approach, meeting each person exactly where they are in their journey. I value the unique strengths and experiences every client brings, and I work collaboratively to help them navigate life’s challenges in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering. Drawing on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), I tailor my approach to meet the specific needs and goals of each client.
I am committed to supporting individuals through a client-centered and compassionate approach, meeting each person exactly where they are in their journey. I value the unique strengths and experiences every client brings, and I work collaboratively to help them navigate life’s challenges in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering. Drawing on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), I tailor my approach to meet the specific needs and goals of each client.
Whether you're reading this for yourself or for a child or teenager, it only takes a little courage to start. I can help turn that small amount of courage into a wealth of skills and tools for self-improvement. As a client, you'll feel how much I care. You deserve to live a life you're excited to wake up to every day.
Whether you're reading this for yourself or for a child or teenager, it only takes a little courage to start. I can help turn that small amount of courage into a wealth of skills and tools for self-improvement. As a client, you'll feel how much I care. You deserve to live a life you're excited to wake up to every day.
I believe that if someone is willing to be honest with him or herself and is willing to change, then all things are possible. I work hard to help people find their own answers. If I were looking for a therapist, I would want to be sure that the therapist would be a great listener, would be willing to accept my values, and would be able to guide me into solutions for my problems. Those are the qualities I work hard to bring into therapy. Not very many therapists have emphasized men's issues in their practice. I help men understand themselves, and women seeking to understand their partner or other important people in their life.
I believe that if someone is willing to be honest with him or herself and is willing to change, then all things are possible. I work hard to help people find their own answers. If I were looking for a therapist, I would want to be sure that the therapist would be a great listener, would be willing to accept my values, and would be able to guide me into solutions for my problems. Those are the qualities I work hard to bring into therapy. Not very many therapists have emphasized men's issues in their practice. I help men understand themselves, and women seeking to understand their partner or other important people in their life.
I never thought I’d find myself in therapy — but it ended up being one of the most grounding choices I ever made. I understand the hesitation. Putting words to something you’ve never shared can feel exposing, confusing, or even impossible. Most of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, academic pressure, or trying to make sense of identity questions that feel complicated or difficult to talk about. In our work, you don’t have to force anything. You get to arrive as you are, name what’s been heavy, and slowly make sense of the things you’ve been holding alone.
I never thought I’d find myself in therapy — but it ended up being one of the most grounding choices I ever made. I understand the hesitation. Putting words to something you’ve never shared can feel exposing, confusing, or even impossible. Most of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, academic pressure, or trying to make sense of identity questions that feel complicated or difficult to talk about. In our work, you don’t have to force anything. You get to arrive as you are, name what’s been heavy, and slowly make sense of the things you’ve been holding alone.
Many of the women I work with appear strong, capable, and “fine” from the outside, but internally feel emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious, overstimulated, or stuck in survival mode. Many are overfunctioning in motherhood, relationships, careers, or daily responsibilities while trying to create healthier patterns for themselves and their families. My approach is warm, emotionally safe, and practical, helping clients better understand themselves, regulate overwhelm, improve relationships, and reconnect with who they are underneath the pressure of carrying everything alone.
Many of the women I work with appear strong, capable, and “fine” from the outside, but internally feel emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious, overstimulated, or stuck in survival mode. Many are overfunctioning in motherhood, relationships, careers, or daily responsibilities while trying to create healthier patterns for themselves and their families. My approach is warm, emotionally safe, and practical, helping clients better understand themselves, regulate overwhelm, improve relationships, and reconnect with who they are underneath the pressure of carrying everything alone.
Lauren Moriarty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I want to know what happened. Not whats wrong, but what you have experienced so that we can facilitate your healing, allow maladaptive behaviors to slip away while finding your intrinsic strength, purpose, and personal values. What’s underlying that may make you more vulnerable? I want to assist you living more fulfilled. How may we get you connected to all forms of health so that you may live inspired and motivated? I hope to be an aid to help you grow in you living the life of your dreams. You matter. I want you to feel feelings and know it is ok to feel them, you don’t have to avoid them at all costs.
I want to know what happened. Not whats wrong, but what you have experienced so that we can facilitate your healing, allow maladaptive behaviors to slip away while finding your intrinsic strength, purpose, and personal values. What’s underlying that may make you more vulnerable? I want to assist you living more fulfilled. How may we get you connected to all forms of health so that you may live inspired and motivated? I hope to be an aid to help you grow in you living the life of your dreams. You matter. I want you to feel feelings and know it is ok to feel them, you don’t have to avoid them at all costs.
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We all deserve a space where we can feel safe and free to be open.To show our vulnerable selves and work through our barriers, to be whole no matter how old we are. I am a firm believer of allowing the person to be the expert of their own journey. I understand that life is challenging however, there is no need to find your purpose alone. As a therapist I feel privileged to accompany you and others in your inner circle to a path of healing by supporting you to explore your strengths ,resilience and how to cultivate happiness.
We all deserve a space where we can feel safe and free to be open.To show our vulnerable selves and work through our barriers, to be whole no matter how old we are. I am a firm believer of allowing the person to be the expert of their own journey. I understand that life is challenging however, there is no need to find your purpose alone. As a therapist I feel privileged to accompany you and others in your inner circle to a path of healing by supporting you to explore your strengths ,resilience and how to cultivate happiness.
I help adults who feel stuck in cycles of poor sleep, chronic pain, fatigue, neurological symptoms, or health-related anxiety. Many have spent months or years searching for answers, trying treatments, and feeling frustrated that life continues to revolve around symptoms. Together, we focus on understanding how the nervous system influences symptoms and building practical skills that help you regain confidence, improve functioning, and reconnect with the activities and relationships that matter most.
I help adults who feel stuck in cycles of poor sleep, chronic pain, fatigue, neurological symptoms, or health-related anxiety. Many have spent months or years searching for answers, trying treatments, and feeling frustrated that life continues to revolve around symptoms. Together, we focus on understanding how the nervous system influences symptoms and building practical skills that help you regain confidence, improve functioning, and reconnect with the activities and relationships that matter most.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, with a focus on emerging adults, athlete mental health, career/life transitions, and family relationships. I take a strengths-based and solution oriented approach to assist individuals in making lasting changes in their lives.
I will be gradually rolling out two groups for young (17-21) and emerging (21-30) adult men. Groups have new member enrollment every 3 months.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, with a focus on emerging adults, athlete mental health, career/life transitions, and family relationships. I take a strengths-based and solution oriented approach to assist individuals in making lasting changes in their lives.
I will be gradually rolling out two groups for young (17-21) and emerging (21-30) adult men. Groups have new member enrollment every 3 months.
I also work with athletes on improving both mental health and sports performance.
I work at creating a therapeutic environment that is fun, engaging, and open to the experience my client's are wanting to have. I incorporate playing sports, music, video games, board games, and using expressive arts into sessions to help create a more engaging experience. I believe that learning, healing, and growing are meant to be fun!
I also work with athletes on improving both mental health and sports performance.
I work at creating a therapeutic environment that is fun, engaging, and open to the experience my client's are wanting to have. I incorporate playing sports, music, video games, board games, and using expressive arts into sessions to help create a more engaging experience. I believe that learning, healing, and growing are meant to be fun!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Clients who have sports and performance anxiety, existential concerns, or other anxiety-related challenges can expect an exploration of how their lived experience, desire for change, and cognitive approach intersect.
You're capable of more than you're showing up as right now — and you know it. Maybe it's the moment in competition when your body tightens and the shot, the serve, the audition slips. Maybe it's the meeting where the words you rehearsed disappear. Maybe it's a quieter ache: the sense that meaningful work, real connection, or a fuller life is sitting just out of reach.
I help athletes, performers, and professionals get unstuck. My clients tend to be high-functioning people whose anxiety has started costing them — in performance, in relationships, or in the slow erosion of feeling like themselves.
Clients who have sports and performance anxiety, existential concerns, or other anxiety-related challenges can expect an exploration of how their lived experience, desire for change, and cognitive approach intersect.
You're capable of more than you're showing up as right now — and you know it. Maybe it's the moment in competition when your body tightens and the shot, the serve, the audition slips. Maybe it's the meeting where the words you rehearsed disappear. Maybe it's a quieter ache: the sense that meaningful work, real connection, or a fuller life is sitting just out of reach.
I help athletes, performers, and professionals get unstuck. My clients tend to be high-functioning people whose anxiety has started costing them — in performance, in relationships, or in the slow erosion of feeling like themselves.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor trained in EMDR, Yoga Psychotherapy, and I am a PACT Level 1 trained couples therapist. I work with clients from a person-centered, feminist, multi-cultural perspective. I believe we are all experts on ourselves and the answers we are seeking are right within our reach. I provide a safe, empowering, judgement-free space for you to explore what is causing discomfort. I believe therapy should be brief and focused on building solutions to assist you in making the changes you want to live a life you feel excited about.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor trained in EMDR, Yoga Psychotherapy, and I am a PACT Level 1 trained couples therapist. I work with clients from a person-centered, feminist, multi-cultural perspective. I believe we are all experts on ourselves and the answers we are seeking are right within our reach. I provide a safe, empowering, judgement-free space for you to explore what is causing discomfort. I believe therapy should be brief and focused on building solutions to assist you in making the changes you want to live a life you feel excited about.
As a licensed psychologist and clinical social worker I have over 25 years of experience providing therapy to a wide variety of clients. I have special proficiency in what is called high performance psychology, which includes helping people with mental health concerns as well as reaching an optimal level of performance/happiness. I enjoy helping people develop a mindset that sets them free from self-doubt, fear, or anxiety. I will work with you on helping identify the barriers to achieving your goals, such as personal desires, athletic achievements, or professional/career goals. I look forward to working with you.
As a licensed psychologist and clinical social worker I have over 25 years of experience providing therapy to a wide variety of clients. I have special proficiency in what is called high performance psychology, which includes helping people with mental health concerns as well as reaching an optimal level of performance/happiness. I enjoy helping people develop a mindset that sets them free from self-doubt, fear, or anxiety. I will work with you on helping identify the barriers to achieving your goals, such as personal desires, athletic achievements, or professional/career goals. I look forward to working with you.
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Sports Performance Therapists
How does sports psychology work?
Sports psychology helps athletes identify and overcome challenges, such as perfectionism or a fear of failure, and improve key mental skills, such as confidence or concentration. By applying principles and techniques from psychology, such as goal-setting, visualization, positive self-talk, and emotion regulation, sports psychologists help athletes improve their performance on the field and their well-being overall.
How long does treatment for a sports-related problem take?
The duration of sports psychology treatment depends on the athlete’s individual challenges, goals, the complexity of the interventions used, and even on the length of the season. A performance anxiety issue may be treated with a short-term treatment, like Cognitive behavioural therapy, while issues such as depression, substance abuse, or severe anxiety may require longer-term treatments.
How effective is treatment for sports performance problems?
Sports psychology has been shown to improve performance and help athletes manage their emotions. Sports psychology can be effective in boosting performance, team dynamics, and injury rehabilitation. Over the past decade, nearly every professional sports team in every major sport has added a sports psychologist to its staff. Many colleges have done the same, and even some high school programs have done the same. Olympic hopefuls may consult with sports psychologists starting in elementary school.
What are the limitations of sports psychology?
Sports psychology may have several limitations. Every athlete is unique and may respond differently to sports psychology treatments. Therapy can help an athlete reach their potential; it can help athletes cope with injury and pain, but it cannot change the physical limitations that may be affecting an athlete’s performance.