Chronic Illness Therapists in Orem, UT
Erika has personal experience with disordered eating and body dysmorphic disorder, as well as chronic illness, and is passionate about using her own recovery journey to help others.
Erika specializes in helping those with chronic illness to live a life of wholeness and empowerment. She also specializes working with eating disorders, OCD, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and grief. Erika utilizes somatic therapies, ERP, CPT, DBT, ACT, IFS, Somatic, and more.
Erika has personal experience with disordered eating and body dysmorphic disorder, as well as chronic illness, and is passionate about using her own recovery journey to help others.
Erika specializes in helping those with chronic illness to live a life of wholeness and empowerment. She also specializes working with eating disorders, OCD, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and grief. Erika utilizes somatic therapies, ERP, CPT, DBT, ACT, IFS, Somatic, and more.
Having been diagnosed with a chronic illness in 2020 and being the caregiver of a child with chronic illness I enjoy helping people navigate the challenges chronic illness can bring.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with unwanted sexual behavior, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, or OCD. I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigate these challenges by providing a safe space to reconnect with your emotions and values, empowering you to live every day with meaning.
Having been diagnosed with a chronic illness in 2020 and being the caregiver of a child with chronic illness I enjoy helping people navigate the challenges chronic illness can bring.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with unwanted sexual behavior, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, or OCD. I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigate these challenges by providing a safe space to reconnect with your emotions and values, empowering you to live every day with meaning.
Chronic illness is challenging to face, and I am someone who gets it and understands ways to help you live well in spite of it.
Every person has value and experiences challenges as part of living. I enjoy working with individuals helping with change and growth in their lives. I am excited to work with people in understanding challenges they face, helping them to work through these challenges in a more productive manner, and using the knowledge and tools I have to benefit their needs. I enjoy using the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Art & Sandtray; as well as Mindfulness techniques. Creating a safe place of trust is priority, a place where the client can open up and address their most sensitive and difficult challenges.
Chronic illness is challenging to face, and I am someone who gets it and understands ways to help you live well in spite of it.
Every person has value and experiences challenges as part of living. I enjoy working with individuals helping with change and growth in their lives. I am excited to work with people in understanding challenges they face, helping them to work through these challenges in a more productive manner, and using the knowledge and tools I have to benefit their needs. I enjoy using the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Art & Sandtray; as well as Mindfulness techniques. Creating a safe place of trust is priority, a place where the client can open up and address their most sensitive and difficult challenges.
My work is grounded in a deep understanding of how trauma, loss, chronic illness, and prolonged stress affect the nervous system and the body.
What makes my approach unique is my emphasis on nervous system support. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected without realizing their nervous systems have been carrying the effects of stress, trauma, and grief. I help clients understand these responses with compassion and develop tools that help create safety and regulation.
My work is grounded in a deep understanding of how trauma, loss, chronic illness, and prolonged stress affect the nervous system and the body.
What makes my approach unique is my emphasis on nervous system support. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected without realizing their nervous systems have been carrying the effects of stress, trauma, and grief. I help clients understand these responses with compassion and develop tools that help create safety and regulation.
Feeling stuck? Are you to the point where you greet each new day with, "Ugh. I don't know if I can take this anymore!!!"? You may be grappling with depression, anxiety, hopelessness, or simply feeling overwhelmed with no relief in sight. Well, what if there were a way to change your story from, "I just want this to go away," to "I can live with the hand I'm dealt, AND have the life I want at the same time." Are you ready to feel hopeful, get unstuck and start living life on your terms?
Feeling stuck? Are you to the point where you greet each new day with, "Ugh. I don't know if I can take this anymore!!!"? You may be grappling with depression, anxiety, hopelessness, or simply feeling overwhelmed with no relief in sight. Well, what if there were a way to change your story from, "I just want this to go away," to "I can live with the hand I'm dealt, AND have the life I want at the same time." Are you ready to feel hopeful, get unstuck and start living life on your terms?
I work with a lot of clients who struggle with chronic illness and autoimmune disorders such as EDS, POTS, Lupus and PCOS.
Are you struggling to cope in life? Are your emotions hard to deal with or difficult to understand? Do you have symptoms of trauma you wish you could change? The reality is that most of us struggle with all of these things, and that healing is possible! You have taken the first step in that healing process by looking into how to receive help and I truly believe reaching out can be one of the hardest parts of the process. Be proud of yourself! You are most likely wanting to feel the peace that healing can bring, and as a therapist I love nothing more than helping my clients feel that.
I work with a lot of clients who struggle with chronic illness and autoimmune disorders such as EDS, POTS, Lupus and PCOS.
Are you struggling to cope in life? Are your emotions hard to deal with or difficult to understand? Do you have symptoms of trauma you wish you could change? The reality is that most of us struggle with all of these things, and that healing is possible! You have taken the first step in that healing process by looking into how to receive help and I truly believe reaching out can be one of the hardest parts of the process. Be proud of yourself! You are most likely wanting to feel the peace that healing can bring, and as a therapist I love nothing more than helping my clients feel that.
Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or anxious from the weight of life’s challenges? Maybe you feel numb, as if you’re just moving through each day in survival mode. If so, you’re not alone. There is hope, and healing is possible. I know that starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my goal is to create a space where you feel welcomed, supported, and truly heard. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based because I believe you already are so resilient.
Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or anxious from the weight of life’s challenges? Maybe you feel numb, as if you’re just moving through each day in survival mode. If so, you’re not alone. There is hope, and healing is possible. I know that starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my goal is to create a space where you feel welcomed, supported, and truly heard. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based because I believe you already are so resilient.
I specialize in working with anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, and self-esteem.
I use a CBT-informed approach and am also trained in Positive Psychology, Somatic Anxiety Therapy, and Brainspotting. By combining both cognitive and somatic techniques, I aim to help regulate the nervous system and support meaningful healing. I love helping individuals recognize their strengths and reconnect with a sense of meaning.
I specialize in working with anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, and self-esteem.
I use a CBT-informed approach and am also trained in Positive Psychology, Somatic Anxiety Therapy, and Brainspotting. By combining both cognitive and somatic techniques, I aim to help regulate the nervous system and support meaningful healing. I love helping individuals recognize their strengths and reconnect with a sense of meaning.
When things feel overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself. You already have what it takes within you to heal and grow, and if you or your child are feeling stuck right now, it is not your fault. You are here because you are looking for support, and I am here to work right alongside you.
When things feel overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself. You already have what it takes within you to heal and grow, and if you or your child are feeling stuck right now, it is not your fault. You are here because you are looking for support, and I am here to work right alongside you.
Living with integrity and coherence is critical to our mental and emotional well-being. Learning to trust the sacred authority and sovereignty within ourselves whether deconstructing religion, toxic parenting, coercive control systems, etc., I meet clients where they are at to work on their goals to living their truest life and go within. Everything we need is within us. I have special training and certifications with Brainspotting a brain based trauma approach; working with children through play therapy, couples therapy & LGBTQ+ relationships and issues. You deserve a supportive space to heal and thrive.
Living with integrity and coherence is critical to our mental and emotional well-being. Learning to trust the sacred authority and sovereignty within ourselves whether deconstructing religion, toxic parenting, coercive control systems, etc., I meet clients where they are at to work on their goals to living their truest life and go within. Everything we need is within us. I have special training and certifications with Brainspotting a brain based trauma approach; working with children through play therapy, couples therapy & LGBTQ+ relationships and issues. You deserve a supportive space to heal and thrive.
Hello. I've been working in mental health for the past 20+ years, with experience in most mental/emotional/relational health conditions. I very much enjoy and value working with my clients. I believe that client-therapist fit and clinical expertise are both essential. I work to constantly deepen my understanding of human psychology and the healing process. I specialize in EMDR, IFS, and Prolonged Exposure for treating PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety conditions. I also specialize in DBT, and have a published book called "Mindfulness and DBT skills for improving Focus, Relationships, Emotion Management, & Distress Tolerance."
Hello. I've been working in mental health for the past 20+ years, with experience in most mental/emotional/relational health conditions. I very much enjoy and value working with my clients. I believe that client-therapist fit and clinical expertise are both essential. I work to constantly deepen my understanding of human psychology and the healing process. I specialize in EMDR, IFS, and Prolonged Exposure for treating PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety conditions. I also specialize in DBT, and have a published book called "Mindfulness and DBT skills for improving Focus, Relationships, Emotion Management, & Distress Tolerance."
Your story matters — not just where you've been, but how it shows up in your life today. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples as a sex therapist working towards certification, trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy, with experience supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. With couples, I help move you from battleground to common ground by uncovering emotions you're both feeling but haven't yet named. My goal is simple: help you feel genuinely seen, and help you move toward the life and relationships you actually want.
Your story matters — not just where you've been, but how it shows up in your life today. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples as a sex therapist working towards certification, trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy, with experience supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. With couples, I help move you from battleground to common ground by uncovering emotions you're both feeling but haven't yet named. My goal is simple: help you feel genuinely seen, and help you move toward the life and relationships you actually want.
I want you to feel safe, seen, and understood. Whether you're facing challenges on your own or in your relationship, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, connection, and a way forward. I work with individuals and couples to navigate anxiety, relationship conflict, school stress, faith crises, grief, and depression. If you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that support is within reach and healing is possible. Let’s work together to get life back on track.
I want you to feel safe, seen, and understood. Whether you're facing challenges on your own or in your relationship, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, connection, and a way forward. I work with individuals and couples to navigate anxiety, relationship conflict, school stress, faith crises, grief, and depression. If you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that support is within reach and healing is possible. Let’s work together to get life back on track.
Many of my clients are carrying something heavy, often for a long time. Survivors of trauma who are ready to finally feel safe. People struggling with how they relate to food and their body. Couples who want to fight for their relationship instead of just fighting each other. Teens trying to figure out who they are. Whatever you are navigating, you deserve a space where you are seen, not judged, and supported in finding your way forward.
Many of my clients are carrying something heavy, often for a long time. Survivors of trauma who are ready to finally feel safe. People struggling with how they relate to food and their body. Couples who want to fight for their relationship instead of just fighting each other. Teens trying to figure out who they are. Whatever you are navigating, you deserve a space where you are seen, not judged, and supported in finding your way forward.
Hi there! My name is Jake; I am a clinical mental health counseling graduate from UVU and a current clinical psychology PhD student at Duquesne University. I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to dig a little deeper in their therapy and truly find the root of the problems we deal with rather than just treating the symptoms. I have experience both assessing for and working with neurodiversity, and I emphatically utilize a neurodivergent-affirming philosophy in my work. While I have worked extensively with neurodiversity, rest assured that I am trained to help you with whatever problems life may throw your way.
Hi there! My name is Jake; I am a clinical mental health counseling graduate from UVU and a current clinical psychology PhD student at Duquesne University. I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to dig a little deeper in their therapy and truly find the root of the problems we deal with rather than just treating the symptoms. I have experience both assessing for and working with neurodiversity, and I emphatically utilize a neurodivergent-affirming philosophy in my work. While I have worked extensively with neurodiversity, rest assured that I am trained to help you with whatever problems life may throw your way.
I work best with clients who are ready to better understand themselves and make meaningful changes. Many come to therapy feeling stuck in OCD, trauma, anxiety, or sexual health concerns. Together, we'll create a personalized plan using evidence-based approaches to reduce distress, build confidence, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and fulfilling.
My team at Xenia specializes in Trauma informed care, along with providing sex therapy and Neurofeedback. I utilize our resources with each client and find ways to best support you in your work to obtain more balance.
I work best with clients who are ready to better understand themselves and make meaningful changes. Many come to therapy feeling stuck in OCD, trauma, anxiety, or sexual health concerns. Together, we'll create a personalized plan using evidence-based approaches to reduce distress, build confidence, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and fulfilling.
My team at Xenia specializes in Trauma informed care, along with providing sex therapy and Neurofeedback. I utilize our resources with each client and find ways to best support you in your work to obtain more balance.
Jennifer Brown, LLC- Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84097
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17+ years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with all ages and intellectual capacities with individual, couples, families and group therapy. I have experience working but not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders (Bipolar disorder), ADHD, relationships and communication, LGBTQ, trauma, OCD, psychosis (hallucinations, paranoia and delusions) and personality disorders. I specialize in life changes with children moving into adolescence and adulthood, career changes, relationships changes, career to retirement and parenting to empty nesting.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17+ years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with all ages and intellectual capacities with individual, couples, families and group therapy. I have experience working but not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders (Bipolar disorder), ADHD, relationships and communication, LGBTQ, trauma, OCD, psychosis (hallucinations, paranoia and delusions) and personality disorders. I specialize in life changes with children moving into adolescence and adulthood, career changes, relationships changes, career to retirement and parenting to empty nesting.
Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, and finding the right therapist isn't always easy. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood - a place where it’s safe to explore your emotions and begin your journey of healing and self-discovery.
I genuinely enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and I welcome individuals wherever they are in their journey. I have experience working with autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, and existential concerns such as identity, meaning, and purpose.
Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, and finding the right therapist isn't always easy. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood - a place where it’s safe to explore your emotions and begin your journey of healing and self-discovery.
I genuinely enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and I welcome individuals wherever they are in their journey. I have experience working with autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, and existential concerns such as identity, meaning, and purpose.
Etherios Therapy- Holistic Counseling & Psychiatry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
Still stuck after years of therapy? There may be underlying factors that haven’t been addressed. While talk therapy is essential, true healing often requires more. Our team of therapists combines counseling with integrative psychiatry services, including gut microbiome health, nutritional support, genetics evaluation, ketamine therapy, and medication management—helping us achieve deeper, lasting results beyond talk therapy alone.
Still stuck after years of therapy? There may be underlying factors that haven’t been addressed. While talk therapy is essential, true healing often requires more. Our team of therapists combines counseling with integrative psychiatry services, including gut microbiome health, nutritional support, genetics evaluation, ketamine therapy, and medication management—helping us achieve deeper, lasting results beyond talk therapy alone.
Hi my name is Colleen, I'm glad you're here. I typically work with those experiences co-dependency, divorce, adjusting to changes in life, self-esteem, thinking errors, communication skills, & substance abuse. Maybe you carry trauma you've never fully named, or you're exhausted by panic that arrives without warning. I work with adults across Utah who are done just surviving their days. You don't have to keep managing everything alone, that's why I'm here.
Hi my name is Colleen, I'm glad you're here. I typically work with those experiences co-dependency, divorce, adjusting to changes in life, self-esteem, thinking errors, communication skills, & substance abuse. Maybe you carry trauma you've never fully named, or you're exhausted by panic that arrives without warning. I work with adults across Utah who are done just surviving their days. You don't have to keep managing everything alone, that's why I'm here.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.