Therapists in Midvale, UT

Life is often full of twists and turns. Many people struggle with what life can bring and the negative emotional and behavioral responses that follow. My goals and passion are to bring healing to those struggling with stressful experiences. My focus is healing the whole person. I help my clients find their path and create intention and passion in their lives. I have over twenty six years of experience helping clients with addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD and internal conflicts. I can offer ART and EMDR. I know that treatment must be individualized to treat specific needs. I accept insurance and cash pay.

In my Somatic approach to psychotherapy, I find it an incredibly sacred space that invites folks into experiencing the holistic (mind,body,heart,soul) embodiment of being. It is an invaluable gift to witness individuals in their aliveness. Each individual, present, powerful, and vibrant in their unique creative expression. My diverse approaches weave a smorgasbord many ancient eastern and western modalities and practices. All my blessings of love, peace, and warmth. Feel free to be in touch if you feel called, I am here to support your homecoming.

Psychotherapy is a way to learn more about ourselves, find options for change, and develop skills for managing difficult situations and emotions. While the "story" of pain is important, I offer clients the opportunity to better understand the roots of distress, ways in which bodies hold emotional pain, and clear options for enhancing natural resilience. For over a decade, I have helped clients manage anxiety and depression and recover from addiction and trauma. I work with LGBT clients around trauma and discrimination. With training in EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and CBT, I offer a variety of therapies based on individual need.

I have so much compassion for all that we go through in this human experience. Therapy can be supportive when we get stuck in patterns or emotions, when we are seeking more clarity or desire a deeper connection to ourselves and others. I would love to hear your story and what matters to you and help you navigate your experience.

I consider it a privilege to partner with people who are struggling emotionally to help them find effective, long-term solutions to their difficulties. I believe it takes courage to ask for help. That is why I am committed to providing a setting for my clients that is both enriching and safe. I approach each person with warmth, directness and openness to make sure they feel well supported through the change process. I listen with compassion to what my clients are really saying. This is a critical piece in creating the space necessary for important work to be done.

I work with young adults, families, and couples helping them to shed light on themselves and the systems of which they are a part. I have worked predominately with clients experiencing symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictive disorders, and personality disorders. 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). By the end of our first session, most of my clients feel relieved and hopeful for their next steps.

I believe everyone has what it takes to find joy, peace, and love in their lives through vulnerability and connection. After working through my own trials, I discovered that I wanted to help others and decided to become a therapist. I found a love for listening to others and trying to understand how their stories have shaped their view of themselves and the world. I enjoy connecting with people by encouraging them to explore new ways to find happiness within themselves and their relationships.

We don't typically change until the pain and discomfort of staying the same becomes too much. I believe there is hope. I believe it is possible to make lasting change. I believe you already have what it takes. Together we can uncover the problems of your past & work to gain positive, healthy change. With a trustworthy ear, I offer a pathway we can walk together in creating a sustainable & structured path for lasting recovery. Navigating the wake of shame & uncertainty from unwanted compulsive sexual behavior & betrayal trauma is difficult. Creating safety & trust are a priority.

The journey to truly understanding ourselves can be a difficult and daunting task to navigate alone. In one moment, we may feel like the wind is in our sails, and without warning we may get caught up and trapped in the same familiar storms of shame, trauma, and pain. This can feel isolating and lonely, but you don’t have to be alone in life’s storms. As a therapist my aim is to help you reach self-acceptance, inner tranquility, and personal understanding to better endure and overcome any poor weather that life sends your way.

I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and Couples Counseling. I don’t believe there is one way to treat everyone…which is why using creativity and tailoring the process to exactly what you need is important.  Most therapists tend to fall back on techniques to try to help their clients manage their problems.  My approach is very different.  My approach is all about treating the root cause of anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma.  If you want to get rid of a weed you don’t just want to trim the top, you want to pull it out by the roots.  

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, specializing in HAPPINESS. I have a private practice where I help individuals, couples and families with such issues as depression, anxiety, communication problems, anger issues and assertiveness. I also host a FREE class called Happiness 101. This is a class based on research and scientific methods to help you find happiness - TRUE happiness. For recorded information about Happiness 101 call 877-476-6338

Ana grew up in Mendoza, Argentina in a city with a landscape and four seasons, just like Utah. This came with a gift, she speaks Spanish, and is trying very hard to learn Portuguese (for now she can understand it very well). Ana earned her bachelor’s degree at the Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, in Argentina and her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) at Argosy University, the Draper, Utah campus. Before becoming a therapist, Ana was a music teacher and she loved working with children and teenagers. Ana’s therapeutic approaches are rooted in Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma Focused-CBT (TF-CBT).

My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. As the clinical director of South Point Counseling Services, I have gathered a team of clinicians that are committed to providing outstanding services. I believe that lasting changes come from identifying the source of problems, working within the context of the family and challenging/changing dysfunctional beliefs. In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, I have presented at national conferences and to general audiences, speaking on the topics of Anger Management, Depression, Marital Relationship, and Cultural Diversity.

Calm Chaos and Flow Into Self-Harmony! Let's face it, life can be really overwhelming sometimes, and you can be pulled in many different directions. Even though you have a passion for the important things in your life, you can still struggle to move forward in your relationships, finances, or your dreams because of the past. You may feel you suffer from depression and struggle to take care of your own basic needs some days or feel deep loneliness, or even suffer from feelings of anxiety and panic which paralyze you. Ultimately, you may feel helpless and that your life is no longer in your control.