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Dwight Hurst
Counselor, CMHC, SSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Kaysville, UT 84037
Did you know that most men who struggle with addiction have a history of trauma? Finding a Trauma-Informed practice is important for recovery and a better quality of life. I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Emotional Parts Work, DBT and NLP to help my clients through treatment-resistant problems. Many of my clients have had previous treatment, so we work together to develop an individual plan to find success. It doesn't matter how long you have struggled, or what you have done. You can find healing and peace. You deserve it.
Did you know that most men who struggle with addiction have a history of trauma? Finding a Trauma-Informed practice is important for recovery and a better quality of life. I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Emotional Parts Work, DBT and NLP to help my clients through treatment-resistant problems. Many of my clients have had previous treatment, so we work together to develop an individual plan to find success. It doesn't matter how long you have struggled, or what you have done. You can find healing and peace. You deserve it.
(801) 658-0426 View (801) 658-0426
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Rich Andelin
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Kaysville, UT 84037
Feeling stuck in life? Struggling with compulsive behavior? Battling sexual addiction and the shame that accompanies it? Suffering from traumatic betrayal in your relationship? These are heavy issues for most therapists to treat, much less trying to navigate them on your own. You deserve support and guidance from a therapist who is not only familiar with these issues, but also has over 15 years of counseling experience working with teens, adults, couples and partners.
Feeling stuck in life? Struggling with compulsive behavior? Battling sexual addiction and the shame that accompanies it? Suffering from traumatic betrayal in your relationship? These are heavy issues for most therapists to treat, much less trying to navigate them on your own. You deserve support and guidance from a therapist who is not only familiar with these issues, but also has over 15 years of counseling experience working with teens, adults, couples and partners.
(385) 449-4988 View (385) 449-4988

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Darwin P. Crosland
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, UT 84075  (Online Only)
You are feeling overwhelmed, single, married, divorced, depressed, discouraged, and feeling disenchanted with life. Stressors of job, spouse, boyfriend, boy friend, children, or no children, maybe the children are now adults. Perhaps you feel lonely, sad, and need someone to talk to. I am here to hear you. Without judgement. Without condemnation.
You are feeling overwhelmed, single, married, divorced, depressed, discouraged, and feeling disenchanted with life. Stressors of job, spouse, boyfriend, boy friend, children, or no children, maybe the children are now adults. Perhaps you feel lonely, sad, and need someone to talk to. I am here to hear you. Without judgement. Without condemnation.
(801) 405-3611 View (801) 405-3611

Online Therapists

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Bright Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84405  (Online Only)
As committed mental health therapists, our specialty lies in supporting adolescents and adults battling depression, anxiety, and self acceptance, with a keen focus on those exploring their sexual identity. We provide a compassionate environment for individuals contending with the discord between their newly accepted self and long-held values or religious beliefs. Collaboratively, we strive to enhance self-esteem, nurture confidence, and initiate a rewarding journey towards self-discovery.
As committed mental health therapists, our specialty lies in supporting adolescents and adults battling depression, anxiety, and self acceptance, with a keen focus on those exploring their sexual identity. We provide a compassionate environment for individuals contending with the discord between their newly accepted self and long-held values or religious beliefs. Collaboratively, we strive to enhance self-esteem, nurture confidence, and initiate a rewarding journey towards self-discovery.
(385) 250-0437 View (385) 250-0437
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Andrew Gordon Pierce
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MCAP, IC-ADC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Draper, UT 84020
Addiction and its accompanying issues make life a struggle for both the client and for those who love them. Those in active addiction intuitively know there is a gap between the life they're demonstrating and the possibilities their potential affords - if they could only get out of their own way. My methods promote profound fundamental change: the shedding of self-destructive attributes, the definition of a clear, compelling vision for the future, and the tools clients need to implement strategies that will enable them to become the best possible version of themselves.
Addiction and its accompanying issues make life a struggle for both the client and for those who love them. Those in active addiction intuitively know there is a gap between the life they're demonstrating and the possibilities their potential affords - if they could only get out of their own way. My methods promote profound fundamental change: the shedding of self-destructive attributes, the definition of a clear, compelling vision for the future, and the tools clients need to implement strategies that will enable them to become the best possible version of themselves.
(801) 516-3793 View (801) 516-3793
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Jeffrey (Jeff) A Lavallee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ogden, UT 84404  (Online Only)
I love working with a variety of people. I love those who strive to do better, improve and experience all that life has to offer. I enjoy the adventurers, seekers and those who have been through tough times. I believe that with support people can handle anything that life throws at them. People thrive in struggle not in comfort. I believe in love, hope, and realism. I am loving, kind and direct. I will tell you what I think and I will support you in your process. You can find me on https:/care.tavahealth.com/providers/jeffrey-lavallee
I love working with a variety of people. I love those who strive to do better, improve and experience all that life has to offer. I enjoy the adventurers, seekers and those who have been through tough times. I believe that with support people can handle anything that life throws at them. People thrive in struggle not in comfort. I believe in love, hope, and realism. I am loving, kind and direct. I will tell you what I think and I will support you in your process. You can find me on https:/care.tavahealth.com/providers/jeffrey-lavallee
(801) 821-2643 View (801) 821-2643
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Michael Andrew Mills
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057  (Online Only)
I am a professional that most find extremely easy to talk to. I have honed the skill of therapeutic maneuverability which means my clients get what they need in therapy, whether it is someone to listen to them and help process thoughts or to give them tools and help develop skills to be the best possible version of themselves. I am very validating and edifying at times, but I don't sugarcoat what needs to be said. I see the capacity of people without judgement, what is important to me is where you are and where you want to be going. I have skills in working with individuals, couples, and families from all sorts of backgrounds.
I am a professional that most find extremely easy to talk to. I have honed the skill of therapeutic maneuverability which means my clients get what they need in therapy, whether it is someone to listen to them and help process thoughts or to give them tools and help develop skills to be the best possible version of themselves. I am very validating and edifying at times, but I don't sugarcoat what needs to be said. I see the capacity of people without judgement, what is important to me is where you are and where you want to be going. I have skills in working with individuals, couples, and families from all sorts of backgrounds.
(801) 921-1200 View (801) 921-1200
LGBTQ+ Therapists

Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?

Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.

Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?

Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.

How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?

You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?

Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.

Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?

While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.