Grief Therapists in Orem, UT
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.
I blend CBT, DBT, experiential methods, art therapy, and solution-focused strategies to help adults and teens navigate grief, anxiety, depression, and addiction. My approach is rooted in empathy, lived experience, and guiding people toward healing, strength, and a path forward they can truly trust.
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.
I blend CBT, DBT, experiential methods, art therapy, and solution-focused strategies to help adults and teens navigate grief, anxiety, depression, and addiction. My approach is rooted in empathy, lived experience, and guiding people toward healing, strength, and a path forward they can truly trust.
I specialize in family estrangement and reconciliation, grief, and trauma.
I am trained in couples counseling (premarital and marital), sex therapy, family therapy, and child/play therapy. I focus on building a safe space for processing pain and finding a path toward healing. My expertise lies in supporting relationship issues, life transitions, and emotional regulation.
I specialize in family estrangement and reconciliation, grief, and trauma.
I am trained in couples counseling (premarital and marital), sex therapy, family therapy, and child/play therapy. I focus on building a safe space for processing pain and finding a path toward healing. My expertise lies in supporting relationship issues, life transitions, and emotional regulation.
Her clinical focus includes supporting adolescents and adults through depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and significant life transitions.
Stephanie takes an integrated approach to therapy, blending person-centered techniques with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This allows her to tailor each session to the unique needs and goals of her clients, fostering personal growth and meaningful change.
Her clinical focus includes supporting adolescents and adults through depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and significant life transitions.
Stephanie takes an integrated approach to therapy, blending person-centered techniques with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This allows her to tailor each session to the unique needs and goals of her clients, fostering personal growth and meaningful change.
Grief, trauma, burnout, anxiety, and depression are on the rise for everyone.
I am skilled in helping teens and adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, and identity development. This is a safe, healing space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Color) clients. For those exploring spirituality (ex. LDS and questioning), I can help you explore your values and beliefs so you can live a more meaningful life.
Grief, trauma, burnout, anxiety, and depression are on the rise for everyone.
I am skilled in helping teens and adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, and identity development. This is a safe, healing space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Color) clients. For those exploring spirituality (ex. LDS and questioning), I can help you explore your values and beliefs so you can live a more meaningful life.
I am a certified trauma and grief specialist with ten years of experience working with children, adults, and adolescents.
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.
I am a certified trauma and grief specialist with ten years of experience working with children, adults, and adolescents.
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.
I also specializes in helping those who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Grief and Loss.
Life’s struggles can be overwhelming, but seeking therapy shouldn’t be. As the owner and founder of Deseret Counseling, I understand that challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and stress are common yet manageable. I believe in a personalized approach tailored to your unique needs. I’m here to provide support and help you develop coping skills that last a lifetime. We offer outpatient therapy for adults, teenagers, children, and families. We’re proud to have been recognized as the best counseling service in Utah County for fourteen consecutive years. You don’t have to face this journey alone.
I also specializes in helping those who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Grief and Loss.
Life’s struggles can be overwhelming, but seeking therapy shouldn’t be. As the owner and founder of Deseret Counseling, I understand that challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and stress are common yet manageable. I believe in a personalized approach tailored to your unique needs. I’m here to provide support and help you develop coping skills that last a lifetime. We offer outpatient therapy for adults, teenagers, children, and families. We’re proud to have been recognized as the best counseling service in Utah County for fourteen consecutive years. You don’t have to face this journey alone.
I enjoy helping people navigate the complexities of relationships as well as the loss of relationships.
I specialize in several areas. I often focus on relational work with couples. In that context, I enjoy working with infidelity, unhealed childhood trauma, OCD/OCPD, and communication challenges. I also have an extensive background in grief focused therapy and life transitions.
I enjoy helping people navigate the complexities of relationships as well as the loss of relationships.
I specialize in several areas. I often focus on relational work with couples. In that context, I enjoy working with infidelity, unhealed childhood trauma, OCD/OCPD, and communication challenges. I also have an extensive background in grief focused therapy and life transitions.
I also have a special interest in grief.
I recognize that grief can occur in a variety of circumstances unrelated to death, such as divorce, infertility, chronic illness, and loss of a job. This grief is underrecognized, but also significant. Grief tends to evolve rather than disappear. I'm prepared to walk that road with you.
I also have a special interest in grief.
I recognize that grief can occur in a variety of circumstances unrelated to death, such as divorce, infertility, chronic illness, and loss of a job. This grief is underrecognized, but also significant. Grief tends to evolve rather than disappear. I'm prepared to walk that road with you.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are figuring out who they are and who they want to become. You may feel pressure from school, family, relationships, or your own expectations while quietly questioning your identity, values, or direction. Anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship stress may be weighing on you. I also support couples who feel stuck in patterns of conflict or disconnection and want to communicate better. At the core, you want clarity, confidence, and relationships that feel secure and authentic.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are figuring out who they are and who they want to become. You may feel pressure from school, family, relationships, or your own expectations while quietly questioning your identity, values, or direction. Anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship stress may be weighing on you. I also support couples who feel stuck in patterns of conflict or disconnection and want to communicate better. At the core, you want clarity, confidence, and relationships that feel secure and authentic.
I am passionate about working with trauma (including complex trauma), addiction, and grief/ loss.
Are you looking for a safe place to land? A shelter from the storms in life? I believe therapy should be a space to find refuge in order to focus on healing, learning, and growing. I will meet you where you are at. Together, we can create a space in which you feel respected, seen, heard, empowered, and can authentically show up as your whole self. One of the most important things to me as a therapist is that your experience feels meaningful and valuable to you.
I am passionate about working with trauma (including complex trauma), addiction, and grief/ loss.
Are you looking for a safe place to land? A shelter from the storms in life? I believe therapy should be a space to find refuge in order to focus on healing, learning, and growing. I will meet you where you are at. Together, we can create a space in which you feel respected, seen, heard, empowered, and can authentically show up as your whole self. One of the most important things to me as a therapist is that your experience feels meaningful and valuable to you.
Joanna Sumsion- with Tru Living Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
I support individuals, couples, and families through trauma, anxiety, grief, and relational challenges.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re stuck in old patterns, anxious thoughts, or relational pain. I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication. Together, we’ll uncover root causes and create practical tools to reconnect with yourself and your relationships.
I support individuals, couples, and families through trauma, anxiety, grief, and relational challenges.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re stuck in old patterns, anxious thoughts, or relational pain. I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication. Together, we’ll uncover root causes and create practical tools to reconnect with yourself and your relationships.
I especially enjoy working with women that have experienced abuse, birth trauma, or infant loss.
When we go through a challenging or traumatic event, our sense of self can become tainted, we may feel lost, and we may even no longer view ourselves as powerful, strong, or courageous. It can be scary to navigate that alone. No matter what you've been through or where you are now, I strongly believe you have the power to heal and become the best version of yourself. One of my favorite quotes by Brené Brown says, "Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change."
I especially enjoy working with women that have experienced abuse, birth trauma, or infant loss.
When we go through a challenging or traumatic event, our sense of self can become tainted, we may feel lost, and we may even no longer view ourselves as powerful, strong, or courageous. It can be scary to navigate that alone. No matter what you've been through or where you are now, I strongly believe you have the power to heal and become the best version of yourself. One of my favorite quotes by Brené Brown says, "Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change."
My clinical interests include trauma and grief, anxiety and depression, self-harm and suicidality, agoraphobia, relationship and family concerns, and sexual abuse
I am an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor Extern with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Chatham University. I completed my undergraduate studies at Utah Valley University and have experience working with a wide range of ages, with a strong focus on children and adolescents. I served as a crisis counselor on an abuse, crisis, and suicide hotline, providing immediate, confidential support to individuals in acute distress and connecting them with ongoing care and resources. I have additionally volunteered at a women and children’s shelter.
My clinical interests include trauma and grief, anxiety and depression, self-harm and suicidality, agoraphobia, relationship and family concerns, and sexual abuse
I am an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor Extern with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Chatham University. I completed my undergraduate studies at Utah Valley University and have experience working with a wide range of ages, with a strong focus on children and adolescents. I served as a crisis counselor on an abuse, crisis, and suicide hotline, providing immediate, confidential support to individuals in acute distress and connecting them with ongoing care and resources. I have additionally volunteered at a women and children’s shelter.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by grief, or stuck in painful relationship patterns?
I work with teens, adults, and couples who want to better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and create more authentic and fulfilling lives. My work often incorporates EMDR and systemic models, and I tailor therapy to each person’s unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by grief, or stuck in painful relationship patterns?
I work with teens, adults, and couples who want to better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and create more authentic and fulfilling lives. My work often incorporates EMDR and systemic models, and I tailor therapy to each person’s unique needs.
If you’re feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or life’s challenges, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Use Counselor providing individual, couples, and family therapy across Utah and Idaho. Using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches, I help clients heal, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create lasting change. My goal is to empower you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
If you’re feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or life’s challenges, you don’t have to face it alone.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Use Counselor providing individual, couples, and family therapy across Utah and Idaho. Using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches, I help clients heal, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create lasting change. My goal is to empower you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I work with individuals navigating various issues such as trauma, PTSD/PTSDI, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, infertility, relationship challenges, and more.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in helping individuals with past trauma. I'm fully trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, mindfulness-based CBT, IPT, and Motivational Interviewing. My other specialties include PTSD/PTSI, grief, ADHD, infertility, relationship issues, and more. I'm proudly LGBTQIA+ affirming & offer virtual sessions across Utah.
As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I work with individuals navigating various issues such as trauma, PTSD/PTSDI, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, infertility, relationship challenges, and more.
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in helping individuals with past trauma. I'm fully trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, mindfulness-based CBT, IPT, and Motivational Interviewing. My other specialties include PTSD/PTSI, grief, ADHD, infertility, relationship issues, and more. I'm proudly LGBTQIA+ affirming & offer virtual sessions across Utah.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything you’re “supposed” to do, yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of where you fit? Maybe you’re functioning on the outside while internally you feel exhausted, stuck, or caught in patterns you don’t quite know how to change. It can be easy to go through the motions of life’s responsibilities while feeling emotionally exhausted. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who know what matters to them, but feel caught in patterns that keep them from moving forward.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything you’re “supposed” to do, yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of where you fit? Maybe you’re functioning on the outside while internally you feel exhausted, stuck, or caught in patterns you don’t quite know how to change. It can be easy to go through the motions of life’s responsibilities while feeling emotionally exhausted. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who know what matters to them, but feel caught in patterns that keep them from moving forward.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help you maintain meaningful and fulfilling relationships throughout your life. If that is something you desire, I am certain I can help you achieve that goal. I am committed to competent, kind, and comprehensive treatment of the concerns you bring to counseling.
I have experience working with a broad range of clients with all types of problems. My clients consistently rate their experience with me as valuable, safe, and productive.
Please feel free to call me to discuss how we can work together to improve your life.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help you maintain meaningful and fulfilling relationships throughout your life. If that is something you desire, I am certain I can help you achieve that goal. I am committed to competent, kind, and comprehensive treatment of the concerns you bring to counseling.
I have experience working with a broad range of clients with all types of problems. My clients consistently rate their experience with me as valuable, safe, and productive.
Please feel free to call me to discuss how we can work together to improve your life.
I help people navigate trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, grief, marital or relationship problems, and issues of faith.
Life can get out of control pretty quick – having somebody to help you sort through the good, the bad, and the weird can be the difference between a beautiful existence and an awful one. I’d love to be that helper for you. You can trust that no matter what you say or what terrible thing is happening in your life, I will treat you with kindness, respect, and care. You live a perfectly unique life that no one else has ever had, and I want to hear your story and work toward wellness together.
I help people navigate trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, grief, marital or relationship problems, and issues of faith.
Life can get out of control pretty quick – having somebody to help you sort through the good, the bad, and the weird can be the difference between a beautiful existence and an awful one. I’d love to be that helper for you. You can trust that no matter what you say or what terrible thing is happening in your life, I will treat you with kindness, respect, and care. You live a perfectly unique life that no one else has ever had, and I want to hear your story and work toward wellness together.
Whether a client or supervisee, I highly respect our therapeutic relationship and confidentiality between us. I will support you in goal orientation, sense of empowerment, and personal achievement. Although passion and achievement are not required, they seem to accommodate and even bolster desired change along the way. That is my experience. As a mental health provider, my major focus areas over the last 11 years of practice have been relaxation, self-regulation, and locus of control. These practices have blessed my life as a combat veteran, clinician, and Dad. And helps others understand approaches. I recommend it.
Whether a client or supervisee, I highly respect our therapeutic relationship and confidentiality between us. I will support you in goal orientation, sense of empowerment, and personal achievement. Although passion and achievement are not required, they seem to accommodate and even bolster desired change along the way. That is my experience. As a mental health provider, my major focus areas over the last 11 years of practice have been relaxation, self-regulation, and locus of control. These practices have blessed my life as a combat veteran, clinician, and Dad. And helps others understand approaches. I recommend it.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.