Pacific Islander Therapists in Draper, UT

Finding a therapist can be difficult. Whether you are seeking someone to help you become a better you, or just someone to vent to, I can help you work toward identifying and celebrating the strengths that will empower you to become the best version of yourself that you can be. This is why I firmly believe that anyone can benefit from therapy.

Hello, welcome to a friendly, supportive, and personalized space, where you and I can intentionally show up for and tend to what is happening in life right now. This is a space to co-create an environment to nurture your mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Together, we can distinguish between what in your life may be helpful to keep versus what may be helpful to discard. There may be some things that are normal and common to your life that do not support you and your path of health and wellbeing. From there, we can give space to what is emerging in you that wants to be seen, heard, and come alive.

Improving your mental and emotional health is my passion. In my 18 years of counseling experience I have had great success in helping people overcome addictions, depression, anxiety and marital problems. To achieve this I provide intelligence based counseling and the most responsible standardized instruments to assess whether treatment is relevant and effective.

My clients have come to therapy because they're looking to pull themselves out of crisis, understand themselves better, find answers, and create action plans to build and maintain the life they want and deserve. Sometimes, they just need to vent about life - And that's just as important! Their ultimate goal is to find some sense of peace and happiness within themselves, their relationships, life trajectory, self-image, spirituality, and/or sexuality. Underlying discontent with life can derive from a variety of sources whether it's mental illness, general life stressors, or both.

I'm a firm believer that mental health care is for everyone, no matter what obstacles you're facing. It's my goal to normalize mental health care for all people. Just as you see a doctor multiple times per year, whether you're ill or not, proactive health care is crucial for a healthy, balanced life; the same goes for your mental health. My ideal client is any human being interested in navigating the rivers of their life, no matter the challenge(s) you're facing. My goal is to help you identify and explore your entire and true self. Together, we'll explore your past/present/future to navigate any/all issues and set realistic goals.

Life isn't always easy, especially since life post COVID-19 has created many challenges for people at different levels. We understand it can be tough to deal with these situations and the emotions they bring. Both adults and children may be uncovering negative and self-defeating patterns that cause distress.

My clients are individuals interested in learning ways to make positive changes in their lives. If you're struggling with life transitions, friendships and/or relationships, trying to move through difficult experiences or memories, or feeling lost in your current situation, you are not alone! Schedule a free phone consultation to see if I'm a good fit for you. I also offer Counseling Consultations for a fee. This would be a good option for anyone who needs help navigating mental health services, is having trouble finding good chemistry with a provider, or keeps getting put on waiting lists months out. Email me for details.

Pain is unavoidable in life, however it is essential to know that you possess the power to heal and the capability to grow within yourself. I will provide you a with supportive and peaceful space to heal and restore."

Having struggles can be difficult, getting therapy shouldn't be. Depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict and stress are common, but can be managed. I do not believe in a "one size fits all" approach, but respond to my clients' unique needs and preferences. I am not here to just talk but to help you learn how to cope during that moment and all the other moments for the rest of your life. Deseret Counseling is an outpatient therapy for adults, teenagers, children and families. We were also voted #1 Counseling in Utah County 10 years in a row

My goal is to help clients heal and move forward regardless of the challenges they are facing. My main experience for the past seven years has been with adolescents and women dealing with trauma. I am passionate about helping clients deal with life experiences and helping them develop tools to have the strength to move past those issues. I also have training and have worked with many married couple to help them overcome difficulties in their marriages and work as a coach to help them learn strategies to strengthen their relationships and develop a stronger connection.

I have learned from the best Social Work program in the country that our therapeutic alliance is the most important determinant of success for you. As a practitioner, the most important thing I can bring to a therapeutic relationship is authenticity. I am skilled in working with and helping people who are facing a variety of challenges. My therapy practice is individualized and seeks to build on your internal strengths. I am here to meet you where you are and help guide you to your mental health goals.

As a Licensed Clinical Therapist I have worked with a wide clientele base; teenagers, adults, and families, many whom are from diverse ethnic backgrounds. My experience has reiterated to me time and again the uniqueness and great worth of each individual as well as the progressive capability innate within us all. As such my approach is to work along side each client, not as a director but in many ways a visitor and fellow journeyman on the path of life where I may be able to offer some clarity and illuminate alternative paths during disruptive times in their lives.

Candice has been providing trauma-informed individual counseling services for teens and adults since 2015. She has experience treating Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, PTSD, and has worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ community.