Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Lehi, UT
This includes training in Exposure Response Prevention ( ERP) to treat OCD.
As a wife and mother myself, I am passionate about helping families heal from trauma and find a solid foundation for the rest of their lives.
This includes training in Exposure Response Prevention ( ERP) to treat OCD.
As a wife and mother myself, I am passionate about helping families heal from trauma and find a solid foundation for the rest of their lives.
Wendy Francis has been providing mental health therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families since 1999. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques with individuals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child Directed Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused CBT, and Insight Oriented Therapy as well as others. Wendy works with families using various family therapy techniques and focuses on helping the whole family improve functioning.
Wendy Francis has been providing mental health therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families since 1999. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques with individuals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child Directed Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused CBT, and Insight Oriented Therapy as well as others. Wendy works with families using various family therapy techniques and focuses on helping the whole family improve functioning.
I utilize other approaches such as EMDR and ERP to help clients change unhealthy patterns.
At the heart of my work is the belief that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery when provided with the right environment. Grounded in a person-centered approach, I offer a space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. My role is not to tell you who to be, but to walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and move toward the life you want to live. Together, we’ll create a collaborative relationship built on empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard—because I believe that real change begins with feeling understood.
I utilize other approaches such as EMDR and ERP to help clients change unhealthy patterns.
At the heart of my work is the belief that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery when provided with the right environment. Grounded in a person-centered approach, I offer a space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. My role is not to tell you who to be, but to walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and move toward the life you want to live. Together, we’ll create a collaborative relationship built on empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard—because I believe that real change begins with feeling understood.
Nathan Black is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) therapist. He received his Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science- Family Studies emphasis from Utah Valley University. He enjoys works with a wide variety of age groups and populations. Nathan specializes in working with depression, anxiety and PTSD. Nathan enjoys helping clients overcome traumatic experiences that have negatively impacted them in order to improve their well-being now. Primarily, he enjoys implementing Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help clients overcome negative effects of trauma or other negative experiences.
Nathan Black is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) therapist. He received his Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science- Family Studies emphasis from Utah Valley University. He enjoys works with a wide variety of age groups and populations. Nathan specializes in working with depression, anxiety and PTSD. Nathan enjoys helping clients overcome traumatic experiences that have negatively impacted them in order to improve their well-being now. Primarily, he enjoys implementing Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help clients overcome negative effects of trauma or other negative experiences.
Are you feeling uncertain about major roles and responsibilities in your life? If your relationships, health issues, career & resource or identities are undergoing major changes or challenges, I am pleased to join you in creating new pathways of healing & resolution amidst the big moments of uncertainty!
I'm a veteran clinician with experience across hospital, academic and community practice. I'm love helping you remain accountable with compassion and respectfully inviting you to fully step into your power & potential!
Let's use our abundance of combined tools to help build your new possibilities!
Are you feeling uncertain about major roles and responsibilities in your life? If your relationships, health issues, career & resource or identities are undergoing major changes or challenges, I am pleased to join you in creating new pathways of healing & resolution amidst the big moments of uncertainty!
I'm a veteran clinician with experience across hospital, academic and community practice. I'm love helping you remain accountable with compassion and respectfully inviting you to fully step into your power & potential!
Let's use our abundance of combined tools to help build your new possibilities!
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Josh Kaplan - OCD & Anxiety Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Lehi, UT 84043
I use only gold-standard, evidence-based treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Exposure Therapy, both specialized forms of CBT proven to be the most effective approaches for OCD and anxiety.
I also know anxiety on a personal level, which allows me to approach therapy with warmth, empathy, and an understanding of how overwhelming it can feel. My role is to guide you step by step, teaching you the tools and always explaining the “why” behind what we’re doing. We will move at a manageable pace & treatment will be tailored to your specific symptoms.
I use only gold-standard, evidence-based treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Exposure Therapy, both specialized forms of CBT proven to be the most effective approaches for OCD and anxiety.
I also know anxiety on a personal level, which allows me to approach therapy with warmth, empathy, and an understanding of how overwhelming it can feel. My role is to guide you step by step, teaching you the tools and always explaining the “why” behind what we’re doing. We will move at a manageable pace & treatment will be tailored to your specific symptoms.
Katie Roth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in our Lehi clinic working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, as well as issues arising from substance abuse, divorce, and other life transitions. She utilizes a warm and person-centered approach and believes that healing is a collaborative effort that requires honest caring without judgement. Katie has worked in a variety of clinical settings over the past 16 years, including community clinics, LDS Family Services, a crisis center, and public schools.
Katie Roth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in our Lehi clinic working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, as well as issues arising from substance abuse, divorce, and other life transitions. She utilizes a warm and person-centered approach and believes that healing is a collaborative effort that requires honest caring without judgement. Katie has worked in a variety of clinical settings over the past 16 years, including community clinics, LDS Family Services, a crisis center, and public schools.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? While pain is a part of life, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you. I am dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. With extensive training in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, ADHD, and other issues (listed under specialties), my goal is to empower you to deeply understand yourself and become self-sufficient in managing your mental health. I utilize a comprehensive approach, considering all aspects of your well-being to uncover and address the root causes of your symptoms. I'll use my expertise to help you find the relief and balance you're seeking.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? While pain is a part of life, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you. I am dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. With extensive training in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, addictions, ADHD, and other issues (listed under specialties), my goal is to empower you to deeply understand yourself and become self-sufficient in managing your mental health. I utilize a comprehensive approach, considering all aspects of your well-being to uncover and address the root causes of your symptoms. I'll use my expertise to help you find the relief and balance you're seeking.
Hi, I am Sue Middleton. A little about me: I grew up in Los Angeles, California. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, degrees in marriage and family therapy and clinical social work, as well as a doctorate in family sociology.
Hi, I am Sue Middleton. A little about me: I grew up in Los Angeles, California. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, degrees in marriage and family therapy and clinical social work, as well as a doctorate in family sociology.
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
I believe the things that happen to us aren’t our fault but it is our responsibility to learn how to cope with them. Learning how to cope with distressing thoughts and emotions isn’t a comfortable experience but it can have transformative results. I believe that you have the power and ability to make the changes that will help you create a life worth living. I will work with you to utilize empathy, compassion, and coping skills to break unwanted cycles that are keeping you from the life you want.
I believe the things that happen to us aren’t our fault but it is our responsibility to learn how to cope with them. Learning how to cope with distressing thoughts and emotions isn’t a comfortable experience but it can have transformative results. I believe that you have the power and ability to make the changes that will help you create a life worth living. I will work with you to utilize empathy, compassion, and coping skills to break unwanted cycles that are keeping you from the life you want.
Hi, I’m Marilee. With over 17 years of experience working with children and their families, I specialize in play therapy and trauma treatment with clients ages 2 and older. My experience covers a variety of issues including attachment, anxiety, pediatric OCD, self-esteem, complicated families, grief/loss, trauma & neurodivergence (including gifted and/or explosive children). Your child does not need a diagnosis of autism or ADHD to qualify as neurodivergent, and if you have ever struggled to navigate your child's unique way of interacting with the world, I am highly qualified to guide you on this journey.
Hi, I’m Marilee. With over 17 years of experience working with children and their families, I specialize in play therapy and trauma treatment with clients ages 2 and older. My experience covers a variety of issues including attachment, anxiety, pediatric OCD, self-esteem, complicated families, grief/loss, trauma & neurodivergence (including gifted and/or explosive children). Your child does not need a diagnosis of autism or ADHD to qualify as neurodivergent, and if you have ever struggled to navigate your child's unique way of interacting with the world, I am highly qualified to guide you on this journey.
I believe that you are the expert of your own experience. My role as a therapist is to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and accepted—exactly as you are. Rooted in person-centered therapy, my approach emphasizes unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity.
I believe that you are the expert of your own experience. My role as a therapist is to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and accepted—exactly as you are. Rooted in person-centered therapy, my approach emphasizes unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity.
I am trained in ERP, I-CBT, EFT, EMDR and ACT.
I help burned-out professionals and caregivers, anxious people with or without trauma, and people struggling with difficult relationships create purpose and meaning in their everyday lives. Mental and emotional challenges, while not always visible to an outside observer, can be incapacitating and often have a profound effect on a person’s ability to experience a fulfilling life. Therapy is about healing from painful past experiences, discovering strengths, challenging thinking, improving relationships, and creating new and rewarding ways of living.
Remember, burnout, anxiety, OCD and trauma are treatable conditions.
I am trained in ERP, I-CBT, EFT, EMDR and ACT.
I help burned-out professionals and caregivers, anxious people with or without trauma, and people struggling with difficult relationships create purpose and meaning in their everyday lives. Mental and emotional challenges, while not always visible to an outside observer, can be incapacitating and often have a profound effect on a person’s ability to experience a fulfilling life. Therapy is about healing from painful past experiences, discovering strengths, challenging thinking, improving relationships, and creating new and rewarding ways of living.
Remember, burnout, anxiety, OCD and trauma are treatable conditions.
I was born and raised in Las Vegas but relocated to Utah with my wife in 2004. I have spent most of my career as a business consultant and enjoy helping others simplify complex issues. After facing my own struggles, I realized that these skills could easily be transferred to individuals who had challenges in their personal lives. I am drawn to working with others who are overwhelmed by all the demands life places on them.
I was born and raised in Las Vegas but relocated to Utah with my wife in 2004. I have spent most of my career as a business consultant and enjoy helping others simplify complex issues. After facing my own struggles, I realized that these skills could easily be transferred to individuals who had challenges in their personal lives. I am drawn to working with others who are overwhelmed by all the demands life places on them.
We have all experienced some hard things in our lives. But sometimes that stuff just kind of gets stuck and ends up showing up in our day-to-day lives as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, addictions, or whatever it may be. I would love to help you weed out that old stuff so you can show up and feel more present and alive in the life you are living!
We have all experienced some hard things in our lives. But sometimes that stuff just kind of gets stuck and ends up showing up in our day-to-day lives as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, addictions, or whatever it may be. I would love to help you weed out that old stuff so you can show up and feel more present and alive in the life you are living!
It is natural to feel lost and weighed down – life is an incredibly difficult journey, but you do not need to traverse it alone. Therapy is a safe harbor: a warm and collaborative space where you can find your compass and relieve your burdens. While the path to change can sometimes feel daunting and uncertain, there is healing and recovery on the horizon. By showing up as your authentic self and exploring new ways of overcoming your challenges between our visits, you will begin to rediscover your own strength. Together, we will help you move from a place of just “surviving” to a life where you feel empowered and whole again.
It is natural to feel lost and weighed down – life is an incredibly difficult journey, but you do not need to traverse it alone. Therapy is a safe harbor: a warm and collaborative space where you can find your compass and relieve your burdens. While the path to change can sometimes feel daunting and uncertain, there is healing and recovery on the horizon. By showing up as your authentic self and exploring new ways of overcoming your challenges between our visits, you will begin to rediscover your own strength. Together, we will help you move from a place of just “surviving” to a life where you feel empowered and whole again.
Therapy is a healing process I am honored to experience with my clients. I often treat people experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD or other trauma related issues including sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse, divorce issues, forgiveness, and/or other relationship issues. We work together to help you develop the skills and tools you need to overcome difficulties and find contentment and peace. I believe the healing and growth of a client is supported in a therapeutic relationship of genuineness, compassion, caring, and unconditional positive regard.
Therapy is a healing process I am honored to experience with my clients. I often treat people experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD or other trauma related issues including sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse, divorce issues, forgiveness, and/or other relationship issues. We work together to help you develop the skills and tools you need to overcome difficulties and find contentment and peace. I believe the healing and growth of a client is supported in a therapeutic relationship of genuineness, compassion, caring, and unconditional positive regard.
The moment your beliefs shift, it can feel like the ground under your life moves too. Maybe you're navigating a faith transition, a mixed-faith relationship, or quietly asking questions you were never supposed to ask. You might be untangling identity, sexuality, or the roles you were taught to play.
You want space to think out loud without being fixed, judged, or preached at. Therapy with me is a place where your whole story—including doubt, curiosity, anger, humor, and hope—gets to exist while you rediscover your voice and decide what truly belongs to you.
The moment your beliefs shift, it can feel like the ground under your life moves too. Maybe you're navigating a faith transition, a mixed-faith relationship, or quietly asking questions you were never supposed to ask. You might be untangling identity, sexuality, or the roles you were taught to play.
You want space to think out loud without being fixed, judged, or preached at. Therapy with me is a place where your whole story—including doubt, curiosity, anger, humor, and hope—gets to exist while you rediscover your voice and decide what truly belongs to you.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.