Dance Movement Therapy in Cottonwood Heights, UT
Abigail Camille Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Cottonwood Heights, UT 84047
Living authentically requires courage. Sometimes past experiences can feel like a barrier that has to be removed or denied. My practice focuses on honoring the life that has shaped you, and empowering you to use those formative incidents to understand and grow into your truest self. My approach is collaborative, holistic and creative. I work with a variety of treatment styles to support my clients to go deeper into self-knowledge and self-acceptance. Modern life presents sometimes-complicated and difficult situations My job is to empower you to respond to those opportunities from a realistic, authentic self.
Living authentically requires courage. Sometimes past experiences can feel like a barrier that has to be removed or denied. My practice focuses on honoring the life that has shaped you, and empowering you to use those formative incidents to understand and grow into your truest self. My approach is collaborative, holistic and creative. I work with a variety of treatment styles to support my clients to go deeper into self-knowledge and self-acceptance. Modern life presents sometimes-complicated and difficult situations My job is to empower you to respond to those opportunities from a realistic, authentic self.
I integrate sensorimotor Psychotherapy EMDR (Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness and movement.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or constantly “on,” even when you’re doing everything right? On the outside, you may look capable and put-together, but inside, you feel exhausted, tense, or can’t fully relax.
I work with high-functioning adults, often professionals, caregivers, and immigrants, who carry a lot for others while struggling to slow down, feel safe, or care for themselves. I also offer therapy in Farsi and understand the unique pressures of collectivist cultures.
I provide treatment both in UT and CA (CA's insurances are only Optum, United, and WHA or Magellan.)
I integrate sensorimotor Psychotherapy EMDR (Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness and movement.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or constantly “on,” even when you’re doing everything right? On the outside, you may look capable and put-together, but inside, you feel exhausted, tense, or can’t fully relax.
I work with high-functioning adults, often professionals, caregivers, and immigrants, who carry a lot for others while struggling to slow down, feel safe, or care for themselves. I also offer therapy in Farsi and understand the unique pressures of collectivist cultures.
I provide treatment both in UT and CA (CA's insurances are only Optum, United, and WHA or Magellan.)
I have a background in wilderness therapy and experiential treatment and love to introduce creative, alternative modes of expression to my clients, including yoga movement, narrative, and outdoor based therapies (walk and talk).
My work is influenced by many trauma-informed practices including attachment theory, object relations, EMDR (trained), family systems, and internal family systems. I was trained in trauma-informed yoga and find that, when we address and connect to how our bodies react to the stressors of our lives, we can begin to build new and lasting foundations.
I have a background in wilderness therapy and experiential treatment and love to introduce creative, alternative modes of expression to my clients, including yoga movement, narrative, and outdoor based therapies (walk and talk).
My work is influenced by many trauma-informed practices including attachment theory, object relations, EMDR (trained), family systems, and internal family systems. I was trained in trauma-informed yoga and find that, when we address and connect to how our bodies react to the stressors of our lives, we can begin to build new and lasting foundations.
I help participants bridge the gap between mind and body using movement and experiential based methods.
Do you feel stuck in your head? Overthinking, anxious, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you’ve tried talking things through, but something still isn’t shifting. In our work together, we won’t just talk about what’s hard, we’ll slow down and gently explore what’s happening in your body, your emotions, and your inner world, in real time. I help adults—primarily women and LGBTQIA+ folks—move beyond just talking about their struggles and into actually experiencing change. Together, we will help you find more balance, confidence, and clarity.
I help participants bridge the gap between mind and body using movement and experiential based methods.
Do you feel stuck in your head? Overthinking, anxious, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you’ve tried talking things through, but something still isn’t shifting. In our work together, we won’t just talk about what’s hard, we’ll slow down and gently explore what’s happening in your body, your emotions, and your inner world, in real time. I help adults—primarily women and LGBTQIA+ folks—move beyond just talking about their struggles and into actually experiencing change. Together, we will help you find more balance, confidence, and clarity.
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I specialize in neurodivergent & LGBTQ+ adult short-term therapy and coaching programs. My clients have the best experiences and outcomes when we both commit to 8-16 sessions focusing on specific life goals. Goals often include unmasking, executive functioning strategies, relationships/community, transitioning, meeting sensory needs, emotional regulation, interoception, and strategies for more ease and joy. Sessions begin with neurodivergent assessments so you and I can understand your experience even deeper! I also collaborate with occupaitonal therapy to offer a specialized program for neurodivergent college students.
BeeWell Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, CSW, LCSW, APRN
4 Endorsed
Lehi, UT 84043
As effective and compassionate psychotherapists and providers, we empower our clients to live a full, rich life, based on what is most important to them. Our therapy style is warm, supportive, genuine and direct. Our practice is built on a respectful and non-judgmental approach which honors each individual's intuitive ability to heal. ...Very confidential office setting... Visit our website now to set up an appointment online! We have the lowest self-pay rates in town. CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS.
As effective and compassionate psychotherapists and providers, we empower our clients to live a full, rich life, based on what is most important to them. Our therapy style is warm, supportive, genuine and direct. Our practice is built on a respectful and non-judgmental approach which honors each individual's intuitive ability to heal. ...Very confidential office setting... Visit our website now to set up an appointment online! We have the lowest self-pay rates in town. CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS.
Connection is at the heart of our lives; we are inherently wired for it. It's not just about surviving but thriving through meaningful relationships. Yet, these connections can also lead to deep heartache and challenges. This understanding inspired my passion for therapy—to help you navigate your relationships, discover greater joy, and heal from past wounds. Together, we will explore these connections, using evidence-based approaches to guide you toward healing and fulfillment. I'm here to support you on your therapeutic journey. You matter!
Connection is at the heart of our lives; we are inherently wired for it. It's not just about surviving but thriving through meaningful relationships. Yet, these connections can also lead to deep heartache and challenges. This understanding inspired my passion for therapy—to help you navigate your relationships, discover greater joy, and heal from past wounds. Together, we will explore these connections, using evidence-based approaches to guide you toward healing and fulfillment. I'm here to support you on your therapeutic journey. You matter!
Tired of scrolling through seemingly endless profiles? Reach out for a FREE consult. Are you feeling stuck, lonely, unmotivated, anxious, sad, or just tired of feeling MEH? Have you tried therapy before but it felt directionless or maybe you're a mental health professional yourself and want scientifically grounded tools for lasting change? I specialize in helping people during moments of existential crisis, sometimes called a life-transition. What does that really mean? I am here to help you find a new sense of meaning. I'm an expert in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framed by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Tired of scrolling through seemingly endless profiles? Reach out for a FREE consult. Are you feeling stuck, lonely, unmotivated, anxious, sad, or just tired of feeling MEH? Have you tried therapy before but it felt directionless or maybe you're a mental health professional yourself and want scientifically grounded tools for lasting change? I specialize in helping people during moments of existential crisis, sometimes called a life-transition. What does that really mean? I am here to help you find a new sense of meaning. I'm an expert in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framed by Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I approach therapy in a very real, conversational, and human way. I am not the therapist aggressively taking notes while you talk or making therapy feel overly clinical. I believe people grow best in spaces where they feel comfortable being themselves while still being challenged in meaningful ways. Peer support played a huge role in my work history and is something I still carry near and dear to my heart, though I now utilize it with stronger clinical boundaries as a therapist. My approach focuses on authenticity, connection, insight, and helping people create lasting change that actually feels realistic and sustainable.
I approach therapy in a very real, conversational, and human way. I am not the therapist aggressively taking notes while you talk or making therapy feel overly clinical. I believe people grow best in spaces where they feel comfortable being themselves while still being challenged in meaningful ways. Peer support played a huge role in my work history and is something I still carry near and dear to my heart, though I now utilize it with stronger clinical boundaries as a therapist. My approach focuses on authenticity, connection, insight, and helping people create lasting change that actually feels realistic and sustainable.
My approach is integrative, relational, and rooted in trauma-informed care. I combine Somatic Therapy/Somatic Experiencing (SE), EMDR, Attachment-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS/Parts Work) to support healing and integration. Many clients come to me with strong insight but find that patterns still live in their body, nervous system, or internal parts. In our work, we gently slow things down and create safety to process what hasn’t yet been integrated. We explore your experiences through both awareness and embodied processing, working through trauma in a way that leads to meaningful change.
My approach is integrative, relational, and rooted in trauma-informed care. I combine Somatic Therapy/Somatic Experiencing (SE), EMDR, Attachment-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS/Parts Work) to support healing and integration. Many clients come to me with strong insight but find that patterns still live in their body, nervous system, or internal parts. In our work, we gently slow things down and create safety to process what hasn’t yet been integrated. We explore your experiences through both awareness and embodied processing, working through trauma in a way that leads to meaningful change.
I work with adults and adolescents with most issues and specialize in substance use and mind body connection/ movement.
I live and work in Park City with my family and understand this community and many of the specific struggles related to high performance athletes to high pressure jobs and many struggles that lie in between.
I work with adults and adolescents with most issues and specialize in substance use and mind body connection/ movement.
I live and work in Park City with my family and understand this community and many of the specific struggles related to high performance athletes to high pressure jobs and many struggles that lie in between.
Traditional counseling is offered along with unconventional methods such as: a walk, hike, dance/ movement, cooking, creating, music, on the mountain, at your home, the rec center, library, fireside at the campground, etc.
Services are provided for individuals 17 years and older.
Traditional counseling is offered along with unconventional methods such as: a walk, hike, dance/ movement, cooking, creating, music, on the mountain, at your home, the rec center, library, fireside at the campground, etc.
Services are provided for individuals 17 years and older.
As an evidence based practitioner, I enjoy helping people discover their strengths and overcome barriers. Everyone has experienced pain and fear and sometimes it is unclear why you are struggling. If the things that have helped in the past are no longer working, it may be time seek additional support. I would love to participate in your journey to healing. Together we can create a peace of mind to overcome barriers that have prevented your overall wellness.
As an evidence based practitioner, I enjoy helping people discover their strengths and overcome barriers. Everyone has experienced pain and fear and sometimes it is unclear why you are struggling. If the things that have helped in the past are no longer working, it may be time seek additional support. I would love to participate in your journey to healing. Together we can create a peace of mind to overcome barriers that have prevented your overall wellness.
Feeling stressed, anxious, tired or lonely? Having low motivation? Struggling to understand your emotions, to communicate your needs, or unsure where to start? You're not alone. If you're dealing with the weight of past trauma, current life stressors, or just feeling overwhelmed, taking the first step towards healing is the hardest part—but you don’t have to go through this alone. Let's work together to understand your feelings, find clarity, and harness your strengths to create a path toward healing and a more balanced self.
Feeling stressed, anxious, tired or lonely? Having low motivation? Struggling to understand your emotions, to communicate your needs, or unsure where to start? You're not alone. If you're dealing with the weight of past trauma, current life stressors, or just feeling overwhelmed, taking the first step towards healing is the hardest part—but you don’t have to go through this alone. Let's work together to understand your feelings, find clarity, and harness your strengths to create a path toward healing and a more balanced self.
You may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to change. If trauma, grief, or self-worth wounds are keeping you in cycles of anxiety, shutdown, or self-doubt, you’re not alone and you don’t have to carry it by yourself anymore.
You may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to change. If trauma, grief, or self-worth wounds are keeping you in cycles of anxiety, shutdown, or self-doubt, you’re not alone and you don’t have to carry it by yourself anymore.
I offer therapy and experiential movement sessions in-person or online via secure video.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to navigate what you’ve been through and what comes next. At Meeting It All, I offer a supportive space to build self-trust and agency as you face life’s challenges, losses, and transitions. This work unfolds gradually and with care, helping you understand yourself and the patterns shaped by your experiences. Together, we slow down, make sense of your inner world, and move forward with greater clarity and compassion at a pace that feels grounded and supportive.
I offer therapy and experiential movement sessions in-person or online via secure video.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to navigate what you’ve been through and what comes next. At Meeting It All, I offer a supportive space to build self-trust and agency as you face life’s challenges, losses, and transitions. This work unfolds gradually and with care, helping you understand yourself and the patterns shaped by your experiences. Together, we slow down, make sense of your inner world, and move forward with greater clarity and compassion at a pace that feels grounded and supportive.
I have traveled to Haiti twice, while being in leadership with an organization where the focus is increasing self-love and self-worth through dance and movement.
I work with diverse populations with a person-centered approach for individuals to increase their self-awareness and understanding of how they are able to improve their overall well-being, relationships, and functioning lifestyle.
I have traveled to Haiti twice, while being in leadership with an organization where the focus is increasing self-love and self-worth through dance and movement.
I work with diverse populations with a person-centered approach for individuals to increase their self-awareness and understanding of how they are able to improve their overall well-being, relationships, and functioning lifestyle.
I specialize in trauma recovery using EMDR, ACT, and inner child work, integrated with mindfulness, movement, music, and expressive therapies.
Healing from trauma isn't easy. I won’t sugarcoat how painful this work can be—but you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize working with survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and intimate partner violence. These experiences can deeply impact how we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where we can reconnect your mind, body, and spirit. My approach is grounded in compassion for your story and what you want to do. Together, we’ll walk through the healing process of reclaiming your power and control and sense of self again!
I specialize in trauma recovery using EMDR, ACT, and inner child work, integrated with mindfulness, movement, music, and expressive therapies.
Healing from trauma isn't easy. I won’t sugarcoat how painful this work can be—but you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize working with survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and intimate partner violence. These experiences can deeply impact how we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where we can reconnect your mind, body, and spirit. My approach is grounded in compassion for your story and what you want to do. Together, we’ll walk through the healing process of reclaiming your power and control and sense of self again!
I have been told that I am a really easy person to talk to & I try to create a relaxed atmosphere in therapy. I have years of experience working with kids. I have decades of experience working with teenagers. Most of my schooling was done to work with adults. I even have military experience to work with veterans. I always strive to find methods to improve your success. That is why using the latest research, I developed Cognitive Physical Conditioning (CPC). CPC can improve clients' ability to overcome mental disorders & nearly double their chance of success with less time in treatment & reduced relapse
I have been told that I am a really easy person to talk to & I try to create a relaxed atmosphere in therapy. I have years of experience working with kids. I have decades of experience working with teenagers. Most of my schooling was done to work with adults. I even have military experience to work with veterans. I always strive to find methods to improve your success. That is why using the latest research, I developed Cognitive Physical Conditioning (CPC). CPC can improve clients' ability to overcome mental disorders & nearly double their chance of success with less time in treatment & reduced relapse
Being a Ski Instructor at Alta and teaching Yoga, I believe in movement to heal the bodymind and move forward in thought and deed.
Ready for a transformative therapy experience? Through walking and talking in nature or experiential encounters in an office, you will find a deeper, more positive connection to your Self. Collaboratively, you’ll heal trauma, anxiety, grief, and dissatisfaction. You’ll recognize patterns and create strategies for change.
I also offer half and full-day intensives for faster change. Ask me for more information.
Being a Ski Instructor at Alta and teaching Yoga, I believe in movement to heal the bodymind and move forward in thought and deed.
Ready for a transformative therapy experience? Through walking and talking in nature or experiential encounters in an office, you will find a deeper, more positive connection to your Self. Collaboratively, you’ll heal trauma, anxiety, grief, and dissatisfaction. You’ll recognize patterns and create strategies for change.
I also offer half and full-day intensives for faster change. Ask me for more information.
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Dance Movement Therapy
What can I expect from dance/movement therapy?
During dance therapy, the therapist will guide the client through dance movements that metaphorically represent a particular challenge, reflect their internal emotional state, or otherwise express physically what is happening for the client mentally. The therapist may “mirror” the client’s movements or simply observe. The client may be encouraged, as they dance, to pay attention to their breath or other physical sensations. Afterward, the therapist and client will often debrief to help the client process the experience. Is dance/movement therapy evidence-based? A small body of research has found that dance therapy can help treat conditions like depression, PTSD, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as nonclinical issues like low self-esteem or family conflict. However, some experts caution that the evidence in favor of dance therapy is not as robust as that of other, more established therapies, and some of the published research is of low quality. Many recommend that dance therapy be used as a complementary rather than stand-alone treatment. Can dance therapy help with depression? Some research suggests that dance/movement therapy can aid in the treatment of depression, especially when combined with other therapies; some studies, for example, report that dance therapy combined with antidepressants or talk therapy is more effective than those treatments alone. The positive effects of dance therapy may come from the movement itself, as it’s well-known that physical activity can improve mood and bolster motivation in those struggling with depression. What are the limitations of dance therapy? People with disabilities or other conditions that hinder movement may find it more challenging to participate in dance therapy, though a well-trained therapist will take a client’s physical limitations into account when designing a treatment plan. Experts also warn that certain conditions, particularly eating disorders, should never be treated with dance therapy alone; it may, however, be used as an adjunct therapy.
Is dance/movement therapy evidence-based?
A small body of research has found that dance therapy can help treat conditions like depression, PTSD, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as nonclinical issues like low self-esteem or family conflict. However, some experts caution that the evidence in favor of dance therapy is not as robust as that of other, more established therapies, and some of the published research is of low quality. Many recommend that dance therapy be used as a complementary rather than stand-alone treatment.
Can dance therapy help with depression?
Some research suggests that dance/movement therapy can aid in the treatment of depression, especially when combined with other therapies; some studies, for example, report that dance therapy combined with antidepressants or talk therapy is more effective than those treatments alone. The positive effects of dance therapy may come from the movement itself, as it’s well-known that physical activity can improve mood and bolster motivation in those struggling with depression.
What are the limitations of dance therapy?
People with disabilities or other conditions that hinder movement may find it more challenging to participate in dance therapy, though a well-trained therapist will take a client’s physical limitations into account when designing a treatment plan. Experts also warn that certain conditions, particularly eating disorders, should never be treated with dance therapy alone; it may, however, be used as an adjunct therapy.