Marriage Counseling Therapists in Orem, UT
Together we can create a plan to overcome the challenges you are experiencing in life. Her straightforward approach helps others develop coping skills and develop a more positive outlook on life. Erika's goal is to work together to create an environment of safety and create a safe space to talk about hard things, and create connections in life.
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. Her goal as a therapist is to help others heal from their struggles, and to make the process towards recovery
Together we can create a plan to overcome the challenges you are experiencing in life. Her straightforward approach helps others develop coping skills and develop a more positive outlook on life. Erika's goal is to work together to create an environment of safety and create a safe space to talk about hard things, and create connections in life.
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. Her goal as a therapist is to help others heal from their struggles, and to make the process towards recovery
Often people say "Life Happens" when they're going through difficult times. I get that: life does happen. That's why I work with a variety of clients to not only survive the rocky patches, but to help them thrive. I'm passionate about the work I do: to help people enact the life they envision.
Often people say "Life Happens" when they're going through difficult times. I get that: life does happen. That's why I work with a variety of clients to not only survive the rocky patches, but to help them thrive. I'm passionate about the work I do: to help people enact the life they envision.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, young adults, and parent-child relationships. My focus includes addressing communication issues and personal negative self-talk. These areas are key to how we perceive, react to, and direct our own behaviors.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, young adults, and parent-child relationships. My focus includes addressing communication issues and personal negative self-talk. These areas are key to how we perceive, react to, and direct our own behaviors.
I help adults and couples manage family conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
I create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your unique needs. I use narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy models, also applying principles of narrative therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness.
I help adults and couples manage family conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
I create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your unique needs. I use narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy models, also applying principles of narrative therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness.
Hi, I'm Jen Makin, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in working with women (18+) who are navigating trauma, betrayal, emotional abuse, narcissistic relationship dynamics, and other life challenges. With more than 25 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, including LDS Family Services, and advanced training in crisis management, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps women heal, build resilience, strengthen healthy boundaries, and move forward with greater confidence, stability, and hope.
Hi, I'm Jen Makin, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in working with women (18+) who are navigating trauma, betrayal, emotional abuse, narcissistic relationship dynamics, and other life challenges. With more than 25 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, including LDS Family Services, and advanced training in crisis management, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps women heal, build resilience, strengthen healthy boundaries, and move forward with greater confidence, stability, and hope.
I see individuals and couples, adolescents and adults, who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, relationship and existential challenges.
If this sounds like what you're looking for I would love to work with you. If you do reach out and we don't immediately connect I will respond to you within 48 hours.
I see individuals and couples, adolescents and adults, who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, relationship and existential challenges.
If this sounds like what you're looking for I would love to work with you. If you do reach out and we don't immediately connect I will respond to you within 48 hours.
Families, individuals, parent/child, couples and chronic mental health challenges are all welcome, as are those with traditional or diverse beliefs and lifestyles.
If you are seeking growth and the ability to get unstuck from emotional and behavior patterns that are holding you back or limiting your ability to engage with life in a more peaceful and satisfying way, let’s talk. Relationship problems, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxious symptoms that seem to get worse and not better, inability to focus, procrastination, being numb, over use of screens, avoidance, substance use and events from the past that seem impossible to move on from and any other habits and patterns that are robbing you of your best life are all areas that I have had success with. Please reach out.
Families, individuals, parent/child, couples and chronic mental health challenges are all welcome, as are those with traditional or diverse beliefs and lifestyles.
If you are seeking growth and the ability to get unstuck from emotional and behavior patterns that are holding you back or limiting your ability to engage with life in a more peaceful and satisfying way, let’s talk. Relationship problems, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxious symptoms that seem to get worse and not better, inability to focus, procrastination, being numb, over use of screens, avoidance, substance use and events from the past that seem impossible to move on from and any other habits and patterns that are robbing you of your best life are all areas that I have had success with. Please reach out.
I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they navigate seasons of change and healing.
I also work with couples who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and rediscover closeness. I believe relationships can become spaces for healing when both partners feel seen and understood.
As a biracial, half-Tongan woman, I hold a special place in my heart for those navigating identity, belonging, and cultural intersections.
I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they navigate seasons of change and healing.
I also work with couples who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and rediscover closeness. I believe relationships can become spaces for healing when both partners feel seen and understood.
As a biracial, half-Tongan woman, I hold a special place in my heart for those navigating identity, belonging, and cultural intersections.
I work with clients and their partners and family members to heal from difficult past experiences and current conflicts toward brighter futures, stronger relationships, and a more secure sense of self.
Healing also often involves understanding the impact of trauma, whether the trauma of abuse, discrimination and prejudice, or other experiences. In addition to specializing in couples counseling, I also have a background working with survivors of unwanted/abusive sexual experiences, people with racial/ethnic minority identities, and Spanish speakers.
I work with clients and their partners and family members to heal from difficult past experiences and current conflicts toward brighter futures, stronger relationships, and a more secure sense of self.
Healing also often involves understanding the impact of trauma, whether the trauma of abuse, discrimination and prejudice, or other experiences. In addition to specializing in couples counseling, I also have a background working with survivors of unwanted/abusive sexual experiences, people with racial/ethnic minority identities, and Spanish speakers.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, trauma, or life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and personal growth. I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, helping individuals build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and develop emotional resilience. My goal is to create a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences at their own pace while working toward meaningful, lasting change.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, trauma, or life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and personal growth. I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, helping individuals build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and develop emotional resilience. My goal is to create a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences at their own pace while working toward meaningful, lasting change.
I help couples reconnect, improve communication, and rebuild trust using attachment-based therapy, emotionally focused therapy, Gottman-informed strategies, and Internal Family Systems, creating a safe space to strengthen connection and grow a more fulfilling relationship.
Watching your teen struggle can leave you feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to help. Maybe they’ve become withdrawn, anxious, overwhelmed, or communication at home feels harder than ever. You want to support them—you just may not know where to start.
I help teens and young adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, body image concerns, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. Together, we work on understanding emotions, managing stress, improving communication, building confidence, and breaking out of unhealthy patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
I help couples reconnect, improve communication, and rebuild trust using attachment-based therapy, emotionally focused therapy, Gottman-informed strategies, and Internal Family Systems, creating a safe space to strengthen connection and grow a more fulfilling relationship.
Watching your teen struggle can leave you feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to help. Maybe they’ve become withdrawn, anxious, overwhelmed, or communication at home feels harder than ever. You want to support them—you just may not know where to start.
I help teens and young adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, body image concerns, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. Together, we work on understanding emotions, managing stress, improving communication, building confidence, and breaking out of unhealthy patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
As a marriage and family therapist, I have experience working with families from diverse backgrounds, couples of all ages, adult individuals, and teens (primarily 12+).
Specializations: Anxiety, Trauma (PTSD/CPTSD), Faith Transitions, Body Image and Eating Disorders, Teens, Couples, Racial/Minority Stress, Racial Identity, Immigrant/Child of Immigrant Stress, Families and Parenting
Models: Internal Family Systems, EMDR
As a marriage and family therapist, I have experience working with families from diverse backgrounds, couples of all ages, adult individuals, and teens (primarily 12+).
Specializations: Anxiety, Trauma (PTSD/CPTSD), Faith Transitions, Body Image and Eating Disorders, Teens, Couples, Racial/Minority Stress, Racial Identity, Immigrant/Child of Immigrant Stress, Families and Parenting
Models: Internal Family Systems, EMDR
Madeline (Maddie) Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84058
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that change occurs through a healing process and journey that is unique to each individual, couple or family that I may see.
I am passionate about working with children, teens, adult individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. I am a generalist who helps those who are impacted by anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relational/ marital distress, sexual difficulties, stress and other social and world events.
I believe that change occurs through a healing process and journey that is unique to each individual, couple or family that I may see.
I am passionate about working with children, teens, adult individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. I am a generalist who helps those who are impacted by anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relational/ marital distress, sexual difficulties, stress and other social and world events.
Couples who want to fight for their relationship instead of just fighting each other.
I specialize in trauma, eating disorders, couples therapy, and affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community. I use EMDR, IFS, CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method, tailoring each session to what you actually need. In-person sessions in Orem and virtual therapy available throughout Utah.
Couples who want to fight for their relationship instead of just fighting each other.
I specialize in trauma, eating disorders, couples therapy, and affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community. I use EMDR, IFS, CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method, tailoring each session to what you actually need. In-person sessions in Orem and virtual therapy available throughout Utah.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating depression, anxiety, grief, stress, self-esteem challenges, and the unique dynamics within neurodiverse families.
I believe healing happens within safe, supportive relationships where individuals and families can reconnect with themselves and those who matter most. My goal is to create a steady therapeutic space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as we explore your experiences together.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating depression, anxiety, grief, stress, self-esteem challenges, and the unique dynamics within neurodiverse families.
I believe healing happens within safe, supportive relationships where individuals and families can reconnect with themselves and those who matter most. My goal is to create a steady therapeutic space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as we explore your experiences together.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship strain, emotional overwhelm, or major life shifts.
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.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship strain, emotional overwhelm, or major life shifts.
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.
Helping people who are dealing with challenges is why I am a a mental health therapist. I have experience working with people who are facing issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and trauma. I have worked with various populations and feel comfortable working with most everyone.
Helping people who are dealing with challenges is why I am a a mental health therapist. I have experience working with people who are facing issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and trauma. I have worked with various populations and feel comfortable working with most everyone.
Whether it be mental health issues, trauma, addiction or anything else that causes us to feel lack of control in our lives, it is incredibly isolating. Unfortunately, isolation causes all of those issues to just get worse and worse; and we seem to lose ourselves along the way. It is demoralizing to look at our lives and feel like our true selves are just out of reach. When this occurs, we can’t help but look in the mirror and just feel broken or, at the very least, desperate for change. While working with me you will experience the healing power of connection, and an opportunity to fully examine yourself without judgment.
Whether it be mental health issues, trauma, addiction or anything else that causes us to feel lack of control in our lives, it is incredibly isolating. Unfortunately, isolation causes all of those issues to just get worse and worse; and we seem to lose ourselves along the way. It is demoralizing to look at our lives and feel like our true selves are just out of reach. When this occurs, we can’t help but look in the mirror and just feel broken or, at the very least, desperate for change. While working with me you will experience the healing power of connection, and an opportunity to fully examine yourself without judgment.
In my experience trauma can often be found at the core of depression, anxiety, family/ spouse conflict, disordered eating, sexual confusion and addiction.
As a trauma specialist, I am level 1 certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and level 1 trained with Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) to address the complex fear and shame responses that can occur as a result of overt traumas and childhood attachment disruptions.
In my experience trauma can often be found at the core of depression, anxiety, family/ spouse conflict, disordered eating, sexual confusion and addiction.
As a trauma specialist, I am level 1 certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and level 1 trained with Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) to address the complex fear and shame responses that can occur as a result of overt traumas and childhood attachment disruptions.
Joanna Sumsion- with Tru Living Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication.
I support individuals, couples, and families through trauma, anxiety, grief, and relational challenges. My work strengthens attachment, teaches practical skills, and helps clients reconnect with themselves and the relationships that matter most.
I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication.
I support individuals, couples, and families through trauma, anxiety, grief, and relational challenges. My work strengthens attachment, teaches practical skills, and helps clients reconnect with themselves and the relationships that matter most.
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