Female Therapists in Mill Creek, UT
Leighann Shelton
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSW, MSW-I, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I serve clients with specific concerns related to being women, healthcare professionals, caregivers, or LGBTQ.
What’s unique about me is how I integrate my decade-long experience in somatic therapy, alongside approaches like IFS, ACT, TF-CBT, and narrative therapy, to offer holistic care. This means we attend to your body's nervous system and habitual patterns to cultivate an embodied sense of ease and quiet strength that leads to compassionate healing and growth.
I serve clients with specific concerns related to being women, healthcare professionals, caregivers, or LGBTQ.
What’s unique about me is how I integrate my decade-long experience in somatic therapy, alongside approaches like IFS, ACT, TF-CBT, and narrative therapy, to offer holistic care. This means we attend to your body's nervous system and habitual patterns to cultivate an embodied sense of ease and quiet strength that leads to compassionate healing and growth.
Jan Cendese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT, APP, CCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 45 years’ experience. I am highly skilled in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Transpersonal Therapy, Guided Imagery, Gestalt Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy. My unique ability to bridge the traditional scientific healing model with alternative methods allows me to synthesize multiple methodologies in my approach for each client. I provide them with portable tools and methods to support their goals. The choice of a therapist to partner with you on your healing journey is a very personal decision. Strict confidentiality is assured.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 45 years’ experience. I am highly skilled in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Transpersonal Therapy, Guided Imagery, Gestalt Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy. My unique ability to bridge the traditional scientific healing model with alternative methods allows me to synthesize multiple methodologies in my approach for each client. I provide them with portable tools and methods to support their goals. The choice of a therapist to partner with you on your healing journey is a very personal decision. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Whether you navigate a challenging life season, experience depression or anxiety that is currently hindering you from living life fully, feel unhappy in your relationships, or feel lost, questioning your purpose, Willow offers a safe supportive space for self-exploration, healing and transformation aiming at increased liveliness, authenticity and deeper connections in relationships.
Whether you navigate a challenging life season, experience depression or anxiety that is currently hindering you from living life fully, feel unhappy in your relationships, or feel lost, questioning your purpose, Willow offers a safe supportive space for self-exploration, healing and transformation aiming at increased liveliness, authenticity and deeper connections in relationships.
I have a passion for helping children, teens and their families successfully navigate life challenges and learn to thrive through play. I use a neurodiversity-affirming lens and play therapy modalities to create a safe space where children can express and process their inner world. With a focus on developing self-compassion and resiliency, I work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths and help children and teens brainstorm creative solutions on their own, cope with challenging situations, effectively communicate with adults and peers, and learn to regulate their emotions.
I have a passion for helping children, teens and their families successfully navigate life challenges and learn to thrive through play. I use a neurodiversity-affirming lens and play therapy modalities to create a safe space where children can express and process their inner world. With a focus on developing self-compassion and resiliency, I work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths and help children and teens brainstorm creative solutions on their own, cope with challenging situations, effectively communicate with adults and peers, and learn to regulate their emotions.
Life is both endlessly beautiful and complex. I approach each client relationship with the goal that through individual sessions I can help clients tap more deeply into their own beauty while better understanding their own complexity. I work to give you concrete tools that you can use in everyday life to more adeptly navigate change, relationship difficulties, trauma, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. My approach is collaborative. Together we will use multiple therapeutic tools to dig deeper into patterns of thought and behavior, including DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness techniques.
Life is both endlessly beautiful and complex. I approach each client relationship with the goal that through individual sessions I can help clients tap more deeply into their own beauty while better understanding their own complexity. I work to give you concrete tools that you can use in everyday life to more adeptly navigate change, relationship difficulties, trauma, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. My approach is collaborative. Together we will use multiple therapeutic tools to dig deeper into patterns of thought and behavior, including DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness techniques.
I believe that therapy is about finding that peaceful place between contrasting truths. As you are the best expert on your needs and goals, it is my aim to offer you tools that will allow you to create the life you want.
I believe that therapy is about finding that peaceful place between contrasting truths. As you are the best expert on your needs and goals, it is my aim to offer you tools that will allow you to create the life you want.
Jessica Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that each person has the innate ability to overcome life's challenging obstacles. I'm committed to supporting each client and often times their family members through their journey. I have extensive experience working with complex/developmental trauma, PTSD/TBI, attachment disorders, dissociative identity disorders, personality disorders, suicide ideation/intervention/attempt, LGBTQ issues, Veteran specific services and place an emphasis on using the most advanced evidenced based modalities in my practice with clients.
I believe that each person has the innate ability to overcome life's challenging obstacles. I'm committed to supporting each client and often times their family members through their journey. I have extensive experience working with complex/developmental trauma, PTSD/TBI, attachment disorders, dissociative identity disorders, personality disorders, suicide ideation/intervention/attempt, LGBTQ issues, Veteran specific services and place an emphasis on using the most advanced evidenced based modalities in my practice with clients.
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Lisa Chatelain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, SUDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
I especially enjoy working with women on self acceptance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Are you experiencing stress, loneliness or emotional pain related to a major life change, a relationship crisis, or a struggle with anxiety or depression? I have over 16 years of experience working with people wrestling with these kinds of issues. I find great satisfaction in helping people navigate concerns related to spiritual questioning and transition. It is an honor to work with individuals healing from trauma or who are seeking relief from depression or anxiety. I find my work with couples who are having difficulty communicating, resolving conflict or repairing after betrayal very meaningful.
I especially enjoy working with women on self acceptance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Are you experiencing stress, loneliness or emotional pain related to a major life change, a relationship crisis, or a struggle with anxiety or depression? I have over 16 years of experience working with people wrestling with these kinds of issues. I find great satisfaction in helping people navigate concerns related to spiritual questioning and transition. It is an honor to work with individuals healing from trauma or who are seeking relief from depression or anxiety. I find my work with couples who are having difficulty communicating, resolving conflict or repairing after betrayal very meaningful.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional complexities of motherhood, as well as offering a safe space for those exploring the intersection of their sexuality and Christian faith.
I use a compassionate, trauma-focused lens to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood and sexuality. My approach emphasizes resilience, self-compassion, and grief work. I incorporate techniques such as EMDR, IFS, and Expressive Arts to support you in reconnecting with your inner wisdom and creating lasting, meaningful change.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional complexities of motherhood, as well as offering a safe space for those exploring the intersection of their sexuality and Christian faith.
I use a compassionate, trauma-focused lens to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood and sexuality. My approach emphasizes resilience, self-compassion, and grief work. I incorporate techniques such as EMDR, IFS, and Expressive Arts to support you in reconnecting with your inner wisdom and creating lasting, meaningful change.
I am also skilled In working with women who struggle with postpartum/perinatal issues.
Hello! I specialize in working with children ages 6-18, parents, families, young adults and postpartum mothers. I work with a variety of issues including trauma, attachment, opposition, depression, anxiety, and perinatal mood disorders. I have experience in healing attachment issues through my work with foster care and adopted children. Involving parents in treatment is important to me, as I believes parents play a big role in their child's therapeutic journey. I have a passion for teaching parents effective ways to connect with their children and educating them on research-based methods that can be implemented at home.
I am also skilled In working with women who struggle with postpartum/perinatal issues.
Hello! I specialize in working with children ages 6-18, parents, families, young adults and postpartum mothers. I work with a variety of issues including trauma, attachment, opposition, depression, anxiety, and perinatal mood disorders. I have experience in healing attachment issues through my work with foster care and adopted children. Involving parents in treatment is important to me, as I believes parents play a big role in their child's therapeutic journey. I have a passion for teaching parents effective ways to connect with their children and educating them on research-based methods that can be implemented at home.
These are common challenges many women encounter.
I specialize in assisting women, including those from religious backgrounds, to explore and embrace their sexuality authentically and without shame. Whether you're dealing with the impacts of purity culture or seeking to reconnect with your desires, I provide a safe, compassionate space to address these feelings.
These are common challenges many women encounter.
I specialize in assisting women, including those from religious backgrounds, to explore and embrace their sexuality authentically and without shame. Whether you're dealing with the impacts of purity culture or seeking to reconnect with your desires, I provide a safe, compassionate space to address these feelings.
When working with women who are experiencing issues with their body and food - we look into their past, cultural, and family relationships that played into their current beliefs with food and body.
You might be convinced there is something wrong with you. Your relationship is struggling once again. You keep finding yourself in these patterns with partners, families, and friendships and you think to yourself, “is this how it’s really supposed to be”? I can assure you - we can heal these patterns that are keeping you stuck.
When working with women who are experiencing issues with their body and food - we look into their past, cultural, and family relationships that played into their current beliefs with food and body.
You might be convinced there is something wrong with you. Your relationship is struggling once again. You keep finding yourself in these patterns with partners, families, and friendships and you think to yourself, “is this how it’s really supposed to be”? I can assure you - we can heal these patterns that are keeping you stuck.
As a queer cis woman, I love working with LGBTQ+ individuals in focus areas like life transitions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, religious trauma, etc.
Are you tired of simply "managing" the behaviors and fears that hold you back from living your most authentic and joyful life? If you're ready to stop distracting yourself from your problems and start facing them, let's get you free from past wounds and traumas once and for all.
I'll be your guide in helping you help yourself. I use an evidence and skills-based approach when working with clients, but my magic lies within my innate attunement to people. We will work gently yet firmly with your emotions as we walk toward your fullest potential. There's an entirely new realm of healing and evolution waiting for you on the other side.
As a queer cis woman, I love working with LGBTQ+ individuals in focus areas like life transitions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, religious trauma, etc.
Are you tired of simply "managing" the behaviors and fears that hold you back from living your most authentic and joyful life? If you're ready to stop distracting yourself from your problems and start facing them, let's get you free from past wounds and traumas once and for all.
I'll be your guide in helping you help yourself. I use an evidence and skills-based approach when working with clients, but my magic lies within my innate attunement to people. We will work gently yet firmly with your emotions as we walk toward your fullest potential. There's an entirely new realm of healing and evolution waiting for you on the other side.
As a first-generation therapist, I specialize in supporting women through the perinatal period impacted by anxiety, depression, rage, trauma, and OCD (conception-1 year post partum), and BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ adults that are seeking to heal from childhood neglect and growing up with emotionally unavailable caregivers.
As a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist I am committed to offer a space that is inclusive, anti-oppressive, and safe to explore feelings of loneliness, shame, sadness and celebrate joy, resiliency and hope. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing and trained in Exposure Response and Prevention. I also provide therapy in Spanish.
As a first-generation therapist, I specialize in supporting women through the perinatal period impacted by anxiety, depression, rage, trauma, and OCD (conception-1 year post partum), and BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ adults that are seeking to heal from childhood neglect and growing up with emotionally unavailable caregivers.
As a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist I am committed to offer a space that is inclusive, anti-oppressive, and safe to explore feelings of loneliness, shame, sadness and celebrate joy, resiliency and hope. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing and trained in Exposure Response and Prevention. I also provide therapy in Spanish.
On the outside, you’re a woman who seems to have it all together.
You want to be able to get rid of the anxiety and guilt you feel all the time. You want to feel more calm and better about yourself. You want to be able to go throughout your day without getting derailed by the negative chatter in their head. You want a better life with a lot less anxiety and worry.
On the outside, you’re a woman who seems to have it all together.
You want to be able to get rid of the anxiety and guilt you feel all the time. You want to feel more calm and better about yourself. You want to be able to go throughout your day without getting derailed by the negative chatter in their head. You want a better life with a lot less anxiety and worry.
I am passionate about working with teen and college-age young women in managing their emotional and mental health.
I believe incorporating mind, body, and spirit can bring about optimal mental health. I primarily use a combination of EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy CBT, dialectical behavior therapy DBT, solution-focused therapy SFT, and acceptance and commitment therapy ACT.
I am passionate about working with teen and college-age young women in managing their emotional and mental health.
I believe incorporating mind, body, and spirit can bring about optimal mental health. I primarily use a combination of EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy CBT, dialectical behavior therapy DBT, solution-focused therapy SFT, and acceptance and commitment therapy ACT.
As a warm-hearted and experienced mental health counselor, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. With a specialization in addiction recovery, trauma, and the unique mental health challenges faced by today's youth, I offer a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy. I am dedicated to treating individuals of the LDS faith, understanding the specific cultural and spiritual aspects that influence their mental health. I understand that each person's path to recovery and well-being is unique. Therefore, I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs.
As a warm-hearted and experienced mental health counselor, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. With a specialization in addiction recovery, trauma, and the unique mental health challenges faced by today's youth, I offer a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy. I am dedicated to treating individuals of the LDS faith, understanding the specific cultural and spiritual aspects that influence their mental health. I understand that each person's path to recovery and well-being is unique. Therefore, I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs.
I have experience educating and supporting adult children of emotionally immature parents and women in emotionally abusive and coercive relationships.
Therapy is not a "one size fits all" approach. I customize your treatment to fit YOUR needs. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate environment where we can work together. If you are feeling stuck, hopeless or simply confused, my hope is to help you gain awareness in order to receive clarity and experience positive growth. I've worked with clients of all backgrounds who struggle with challenges such as: anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, trauma, substance use, religious trauma, faith transitions, grief and loss. I am also a fierce LGBTQ+ ally and work with families to create positive change.
I have experience educating and supporting adult children of emotionally immature parents and women in emotionally abusive and coercive relationships.
Therapy is not a "one size fits all" approach. I customize your treatment to fit YOUR needs. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate environment where we can work together. If you are feeling stuck, hopeless or simply confused, my hope is to help you gain awareness in order to receive clarity and experience positive growth. I've worked with clients of all backgrounds who struggle with challenges such as: anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, trauma, substance use, religious trauma, faith transitions, grief and loss. I am also a fierce LGBTQ+ ally and work with families to create positive change.
Along with panic, phobias, self-esteem, sexuality, stress, trauma/PTSD, and body, family, identity, intimacy, transgender, and women issues.
Telehealth Therapist: Throughout our lifetime we encounter various transitions and challenges, I believe these experiences hold opportunities for transformation and growth. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and that each person’s journey is unique; therefore, this is not a “one size fits all” therapeutic experience. I strive to assist people in achieving their highest potential for fulfillment and well-being. I aim to assist clients in discovering their authentic selves by providing a trusting and compassionate therapeutic environment where you feel safe engaging in problem-solving and self-discovery.
Along with panic, phobias, self-esteem, sexuality, stress, trauma/PTSD, and body, family, identity, intimacy, transgender, and women issues.
Telehealth Therapist: Throughout our lifetime we encounter various transitions and challenges, I believe these experiences hold opportunities for transformation and growth. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and that each person’s journey is unique; therefore, this is not a “one size fits all” therapeutic experience. I strive to assist people in achieving their highest potential for fulfillment and well-being. I aim to assist clients in discovering their authentic selves by providing a trusting and compassionate therapeutic environment where you feel safe engaging in problem-solving and self-discovery.
ADHD may impact women differently than it does men.
Allora provides mental health counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Areas of special interest include depression, anxiety, gentle/respectful parenting, ADHD, faith crisis/transitions, LGBTQIA+, self-confidence issues, and relationships. Allora believes that every person deserves a therapeutic approach tailored to their needs. She uses an integrated therapeutic approach with person-centered theory, existential theory, and motivational interviewing (MI) as her foundation while incorporating techniques and strategies from other therapeutic modalities that best fit the client’s needs.
ADHD may impact women differently than it does men.
Allora provides mental health counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Areas of special interest include depression, anxiety, gentle/respectful parenting, ADHD, faith crisis/transitions, LGBTQIA+, self-confidence issues, and relationships. Allora believes that every person deserves a therapeutic approach tailored to their needs. She uses an integrated therapeutic approach with person-centered theory, existential theory, and motivational interviewing (MI) as her foundation while incorporating techniques and strategies from other therapeutic modalities that best fit the client’s needs.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.