First Responders Therapists in Orem, UT
You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from others or even yourself. Whether
you're navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, life transitions, or relationship stress, you don’t have to go through it alone. I work with individuals and couples ready to do deep, meaningful work to understand themselves better and create lasting change. Together, we’ll work to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect you with what matters most.
You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from others or even yourself. Whether
you're navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, life transitions, or relationship stress, you don’t have to go through it alone. I work with individuals and couples ready to do deep, meaningful work to understand themselves better and create lasting change. Together, we’ll work to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect you with what matters most.
With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I support children, teens, adults, couples, and families facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, military stressors, and self-worth concerns.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and U.S. Air Force veteran, I understand the unique stressors faced by military members, veterans, and their families. I have extensive experience providing therapy in both military and civilian settings, working with high-risk clients, and supporting individuals through complex life transitions.
With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I support children, teens, adults, couples, and families facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, military stressors, and self-worth concerns.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and U.S. Air Force veteran, I understand the unique stressors faced by military members, veterans, and their families. I have extensive experience providing therapy in both military and civilian settings, working with high-risk clients, and supporting individuals through complex life transitions.
You might be feeling disconnected from someone you love—or from yourself. Maybe you're stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted, anxious, or uncertain about the future. My clients often carry quiet emotional burdens and are longing for clarity, connection, or simply a place to feel seen. They don’t just want tools; they want relief, understanding, and hope that things can feel different. Therapy becomes a space where they can finally exhale and begin to make sense of it all.
You might be feeling disconnected from someone you love—or from yourself. Maybe you're stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted, anxious, or uncertain about the future. My clients often carry quiet emotional burdens and are longing for clarity, connection, or simply a place to feel seen. They don’t just want tools; they want relief, understanding, and hope that things can feel different. Therapy becomes a space where they can finally exhale and begin to make sense of it all.
If you grew up in an environment where you didn’t feel safe, seen, or protected, you may now find yourself living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a constant sense of being on edge. You might be struggling with memory gaps, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, or reacting in ways that don’t make sense but feel impossible to control. You want relief, stability, and a way to feel grounded in your body and present in your life. More than anything, you want to heal without being pushed too fast or retraumatized.
If you grew up in an environment where you didn’t feel safe, seen, or protected, you may now find yourself living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, or a constant sense of being on edge. You might be struggling with memory gaps, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, or reacting in ways that don’t make sense but feel impossible to control. You want relief, stability, and a way to feel grounded in your body and present in your life. More than anything, you want to heal without being pushed too fast or retraumatized.
Katrina works with individuals and couples navigating communication challenges, anxiety, depression, intimacy concerns, life transitions, parenting stress, and premarital questions. Many feel stuck in recurring patterns or disconnected from themselves or their partner. In a warm, nonjudgmental space, Katrina helps clients slow down, gain insight, and build healthier ways of relating. Together, you’ll clarify goals, strengthen emotional connection, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Katrina works with individuals and couples navigating communication challenges, anxiety, depression, intimacy concerns, life transitions, parenting stress, and premarital questions. Many feel stuck in recurring patterns or disconnected from themselves or their partner. In a warm, nonjudgmental space, Katrina helps clients slow down, gain insight, and build healthier ways of relating. Together, you’ll clarify goals, strengthen emotional connection, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I especially enjoy working with individuals from collectivistic cultures, various faith contexts, and high-responsibility roles such as parents/caregivers, first responders, and military personnel.
I believe nearly all presenting concerns are relationship concerns and enjoy helping my patients connect these areas of their lives. My research and approach has focused on an other-focused approach to therapy and I enjoy helping patients experience what it means to truly show up intentionally as themselves for the sake of others.
I especially enjoy working with individuals from collectivistic cultures, various faith contexts, and high-responsibility roles such as parents/caregivers, first responders, and military personnel.
I believe nearly all presenting concerns are relationship concerns and enjoy helping my patients connect these areas of their lives. My research and approach has focused on an other-focused approach to therapy and I enjoy helping patients experience what it means to truly show up intentionally as themselves for the sake of others.
You understand why you're struggling, yet the same patterns keep showing up. I help adults who feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences. As an EMDR Certified Therapist with advanced training in parts-informed therapy and relationship dynamics, I help clients move beyond insight to create lasting change. Together, we'll identify and heal the deeper patterns driving distress, strengthen self-trust, improve emotional regulation, and build healthier relationships. Schedule a consultation or session through my online scheduling page at the link provided.
You understand why you're struggling, yet the same patterns keep showing up. I help adults who feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences. As an EMDR Certified Therapist with advanced training in parts-informed therapy and relationship dynamics, I help clients move beyond insight to create lasting change. Together, we'll identify and heal the deeper patterns driving distress, strengthen self-trust, improve emotional regulation, and build healthier relationships. Schedule a consultation or session through my online scheduling page at the link provided.
Whether it’s helping someone break free from the grip of addiction, providing support for first responders dealing with stress and trauma, or guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, my goal is to offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space for healing and growth.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC), I have extensive experience working with individuals who suffer from addiction. I take a dual-diagnosis approach to treatment, ensuring that stabilization from addiction can occur, while treating underlying mental health issues.
Whether it’s helping someone break free from the grip of addiction, providing support for first responders dealing with stress and trauma, or guiding teens through the complexities of adolescence, my goal is to offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space for healing and growth.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC), I have extensive experience working with individuals who suffer from addiction. I take a dual-diagnosis approach to treatment, ensuring that stabilization from addiction can occur, while treating underlying mental health issues.
My name is Chase. I see individuals and couples, adolescents and adults, who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, relationship and existential challenges. I draw on various sources of wisdom, historical and contemporary, Eastern and Western, to assist in overcoming such challenges as sexual misbehavior, or other compulsive behaviors, nihilism, depression, social anxiety, perfectionism, relationship discord, and personality disorders. I work especially well with those who feel misunderstood by or need something different from what is offered by typical approaches.
My name is Chase. I see individuals and couples, adolescents and adults, who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, relationship and existential challenges. I draw on various sources of wisdom, historical and contemporary, Eastern and Western, to assist in overcoming such challenges as sexual misbehavior, or other compulsive behaviors, nihilism, depression, social anxiety, perfectionism, relationship discord, and personality disorders. I work especially well with those who feel misunderstood by or need something different from what is offered by typical approaches.
I integrate connection, skill-building, and therapeutic insight to support clients in finding meaning, resilience, and purpose. I am especially committed to empowering clients as they navigate life’s challenges. I have experience working with individuals and couples across diverse ages, identities, and backgrounds. My areas of focus include relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, and pornography addiction. I also have experience working with clients who suffer from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with Psychosis.
I integrate connection, skill-building, and therapeutic insight to support clients in finding meaning, resilience, and purpose. I am especially committed to empowering clients as they navigate life’s challenges. I have experience working with individuals and couples across diverse ages, identities, and backgrounds. My areas of focus include relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, and pornography addiction. I also have experience working with clients who suffer from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with Psychosis.
Working to improve mental health, creating positive changes, and increasing feelings of peace and happiness in one’s life and relationships can be one of the most difficult things anyone undertakes. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey from where we are to where we want to be. After having walked with so many people navigating this road of personal growth for over 20 yrs I have become comfortable having those uncomfortable conversations it requires. Deseret Counseling understands the path as well, having been voted best counseling in Utah County the last 10 yrs and counting.
Working to improve mental health, creating positive changes, and increasing feelings of peace and happiness in one’s life and relationships can be one of the most difficult things anyone undertakes. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey from where we are to where we want to be. After having walked with so many people navigating this road of personal growth for over 20 yrs I have become comfortable having those uncomfortable conversations it requires. Deseret Counseling understands the path as well, having been voted best counseling in Utah County the last 10 yrs and counting.
You may be a parent watching your child struggle with anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, or autism and feeling unsure how to help. You may be a teen overwhelmed by emotions, peer conflict, or mood swings. My clients often feel stuck, reactive, or misunderstood and want tools that actually work. They want more peace at home, better emotional control, and stronger relationships.
You may be a parent watching your child struggle with anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, or autism and feeling unsure how to help. You may be a teen overwhelmed by emotions, peer conflict, or mood swings. My clients often feel stuck, reactive, or misunderstood and want tools that actually work. They want more peace at home, better emotional control, and stronger relationships.
Living in Utah or Washington State and struggling on your own or with your partner? I'm glad you've landed on my profile. Whether you feel like you need someone to talk to about what you're going through or you feel like your relationship is on it's last leg (or maybe even just needs a tune up?), you're not alone. There is hope and light ahead. But- you have to be willing to put in the work. Don't worry, you won't be doing it alone- I'm here to help. Whether you want to start with your partner or begin with individual sessions, I'm confident you'll gain some much needed direction and peace through our work in therapy.
Living in Utah or Washington State and struggling on your own or with your partner? I'm glad you've landed on my profile. Whether you feel like you need someone to talk to about what you're going through or you feel like your relationship is on it's last leg (or maybe even just needs a tune up?), you're not alone. There is hope and light ahead. But- you have to be willing to put in the work. Don't worry, you won't be doing it alone- I'm here to help. Whether you want to start with your partner or begin with individual sessions, I'm confident you'll gain some much needed direction and peace through our work in therapy.
You’ve worked hard to find professional success. You’ve built a life that looks good on paper. You’ve checked the boxes. You genuinely like the pieces of your life. And yet sometimes you feel lonely, worn down, burned out, or disconnected from yourself and the people around you.
The pieces are all there, but somehow it’s not working. Having a big life and a big job sometimes feels like big success… and sometimes it just feels like too much to handle. I’ve been there, too, and sometimes it really helps to have somebody who has walked this road ready to walk with you.
You’ve worked hard to find professional success. You’ve built a life that looks good on paper. You’ve checked the boxes. You genuinely like the pieces of your life. And yet sometimes you feel lonely, worn down, burned out, or disconnected from yourself and the people around you.
The pieces are all there, but somehow it’s not working. Having a big life and a big job sometimes feels like big success… and sometimes it just feels like too much to handle. I’ve been there, too, and sometimes it really helps to have somebody who has walked this road ready to walk with you.
Hello! My name is Jessica Castro and I am passionate about helping others find joy, hope, and fulfillment in their lives. As a counselor I want to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves, exploring their thoughts and feelings, and working towards positive change.
Hello! My name is Jessica Castro and I am passionate about helping others find joy, hope, and fulfillment in their lives. As a counselor I want to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves, exploring their thoughts and feelings, and working towards positive change.
My journey to becoming a mental health provider was shaped by personal experiences with loss, including the passing of my wife, son, and mother to cancer. These profound losses drew me to specialize in areas like grief, trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Over my 17 years as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I’ve worked in various settings, supporting both adolescents and adults. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a commitment to providing personalized care. I use techniques like CBT, DBT, and experiential therapy to help clients navigate their healing journeys. My goal is to offer a safe space to heal.
My journey to becoming a mental health provider was shaped by personal experiences with loss, including the passing of my wife, son, and mother to cancer. These profound losses drew me to specialize in areas like grief, trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Over my 17 years as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I’ve worked in various settings, supporting both adolescents and adults. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a commitment to providing personalized care. I use techniques like CBT, DBT, and experiential therapy to help clients navigate their healing journeys. My goal is to offer a safe space to heal.
All are welcome! I work the most with individuals and couples that are navigating multiple intersecting identities and mental health concerns. As a trans veteran, I find it easy to connect with members of the LGBTQ and veteran communities. I can help members navigate life and the nuances that come with those identities by drawing on experience, training, and education. Clients often find that not having to explain things that feel basic really makes therapy accessible. This baseline can help the navigation of trauma and PTSD to feel less dark and lonely.
All are welcome! I work the most with individuals and couples that are navigating multiple intersecting identities and mental health concerns. As a trans veteran, I find it easy to connect with members of the LGBTQ and veteran communities. I can help members navigate life and the nuances that come with those identities by drawing on experience, training, and education. Clients often find that not having to explain things that feel basic really makes therapy accessible. This baseline can help the navigation of trauma and PTSD to feel less dark and lonely.
Much of that time has been spent working with Active-Duty Military personnel.
One of the most important things about therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client. You need to feel comfortable with your provider in order to feel like you can be open and vulnerable. I believe the most successful therapy is about moving toward the kind of person you want to be.
Much of that time has been spent working with Active-Duty Military personnel.
One of the most important things about therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client. You need to feel comfortable with your provider in order to feel like you can be open and vulnerable. I believe the most successful therapy is about moving toward the kind of person you want to be.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. As a first-generation Mexican American therapist, I bring a deep understanding of cultural identity, intergenerational trauma, and the unique experiences of people of color to our work together. My passion is creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your story, process your pain, and rediscover your strength. I’ll help you heal at your own pace, building confidence and resilience.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. As a first-generation Mexican American therapist, I bring a deep understanding of cultural identity, intergenerational trauma, and the unique experiences of people of color to our work together. My passion is creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your story, process your pain, and rediscover your strength. I’ll help you heal at your own pace, building confidence and resilience.
At Willow Therapy Services, we work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and more. Our clients come to us looking for clarity, healing, and support—many of them feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. What they want most is to feel understood, empowered, and equipped to move forward with confidence and connection.
At Willow Therapy Services, we work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and more. Our clients come to us looking for clarity, healing, and support—many of them feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. What they want most is to feel understood, empowered, and equipped to move forward with confidence and connection.
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First Responders Therapists
Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.