Female Therapists in Payson, UT

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Dr. Brooklyn Cook
Counselor, LCMHC, EdD, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am committed to helping clients feel their best at any phase of life. My focus is on helping you feel like you’re in greatest alignment with your true self and can prioritize your values and goals. Starting therapy can be a big step, but I believe that therapy is for everyone & that finding the right therapist is crucial to the process. I hope to offer an empathetic nonjudgmental space where we can build a therapeutic relationship together and where you feel safe, heard, & valued.
I am committed to helping clients feel their best at any phase of life. My focus is on helping you feel like you’re in greatest alignment with your true self and can prioritize your values and goals. Starting therapy can be a big step, but I believe that therapy is for everyone & that finding the right therapist is crucial to the process. I hope to offer an empathetic nonjudgmental space where we can build a therapeutic relationship together and where you feel safe, heard, & valued.
(385) 417-4115 View (385) 417-4115
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Sunray Family Counseling, Payson & Cedar City
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Sunray Family Counseling has over 10 years of experience in creating a safe space where children, youth and adults can receive quality and specialized care. We offer individual, family and couples counseling. Our team of therapist come from various backgrounds but also share in offering experiential and modality-based care. Our center holds the belief that people have inherent worth and value. We strive to assist clients in finding and connecting with their authentic selves and to better their lives on many planes.
Sunray Family Counseling has over 10 years of experience in creating a safe space where children, youth and adults can receive quality and specialized care. We offer individual, family and couples counseling. Our team of therapist come from various backgrounds but also share in offering experiential and modality-based care. Our center holds the belief that people have inherent worth and value. We strive to assist clients in finding and connecting with their authentic selves and to better their lives on many planes.
(385) 404-6164 View (385) 404-6164
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Karolee Koller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Waitlist for new clients
One of my deepest held beliefs is that, in general, everyone is doing the best they can in life with what they currently believe to be true. Rather than feeling judged or ashamed of one's personal life struggles, people need to feel supported through being offered new ideas and by being reminded of their own inborn, unwavering worth. In my therapy practice, I strive to help others reconnect with that worth and with their own personal value system that their hearts know to be true. We are all students of life and we are all still learning.
One of my deepest held beliefs is that, in general, everyone is doing the best they can in life with what they currently believe to be true. Rather than feeling judged or ashamed of one's personal life struggles, people need to feel supported through being offered new ideas and by being reminded of their own inborn, unwavering worth. In my therapy practice, I strive to help others reconnect with that worth and with their own personal value system that their hearts know to be true. We are all students of life and we are all still learning.
(801) 876-1638 View (801) 876-1638
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Katie Higgs
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, BS
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
I am a big believer of self care and reducing stress! My focus is helping individuals work through life changes, those suffering loss, relationship difficulties, beliefs, feelings and/ or somatic symptoms (sensations in the body). I have experience with depression, anxiety, PTSD and bipolar related disorders. I work with clients to help them reach their goals and aspirations through building healthy techniques in a safe and confidential environment.
I am a big believer of self care and reducing stress! My focus is helping individuals work through life changes, those suffering loss, relationship difficulties, beliefs, feelings and/ or somatic symptoms (sensations in the body). I have experience with depression, anxiety, PTSD and bipolar related disorders. I work with clients to help them reach their goals and aspirations through building healthy techniques in a safe and confidential environment.
(801) 609-2448 View (801) 609-2448
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Payson Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
•Immediate Openings Available• My focus since graduate school has been helping children, teenagers, and young adults learn the skills necessary to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. I have great success in helping clients who struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, life adjustments, self-esteem, struggles in school, and more. While I do teach coping skills I like to work with clients and their parents to get to the root causes of their struggles to help facilitate lasting change.
•Immediate Openings Available• My focus since graduate school has been helping children, teenagers, and young adults learn the skills necessary to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. I have great success in helping clients who struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, life adjustments, self-esteem, struggles in school, and more. While I do teach coping skills I like to work with clients and their parents to get to the root causes of their struggles to help facilitate lasting change.
(385) 442-7996 View (385) 442-7996
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Jenn Barnard
Counselor, MA, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
(801) 900-4144 View (801) 900-4144
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Josie Osborn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
My primary approach is seeing each client as a unique individual with intrinsic value, and with the capacity for self-healing. I am committed to helping clients feel safe, heard, seen, and valued. I also understand that seeking therapy is a difficult and sometimes scary decision, and I am eager to meet clients wherever they are in their healing process. I believe that every person is the expert in their own life and the role of therapy is to support and build on someone’s personal strengths while providing a safe place to dive deeper into self-understanding and ultimately achieve healing.
My primary approach is seeing each client as a unique individual with intrinsic value, and with the capacity for self-healing. I am committed to helping clients feel safe, heard, seen, and valued. I also understand that seeking therapy is a difficult and sometimes scary decision, and I am eager to meet clients wherever they are in their healing process. I believe that every person is the expert in their own life and the role of therapy is to support and build on someone’s personal strengths while providing a safe place to dive deeper into self-understanding and ultimately achieve healing.
(385) 233-9451 View (385) 233-9451
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Bethany Sanderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
I am here to walk alongside you through your most distressing thoughts, feelings, and traumas. My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can feel safe to express your deeper concerns. I believe you are the expert of your own life and have the resources within yourself to reach your highest goals and potential. My role in therapy is to help you discover your innate strengths, wisdom, and capabilities as you navigate through life challenges.
I am here to walk alongside you through your most distressing thoughts, feelings, and traumas. My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can feel safe to express your deeper concerns. I believe you are the expert of your own life and have the resources within yourself to reach your highest goals and potential. My role in therapy is to help you discover your innate strengths, wisdom, and capabilities as you navigate through life challenges.
(385) 374-1506 View (385) 374-1506
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Allison Hansen
Counselor, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
You are of great worth. Each person is of great worth. When any of us lose the recognition of our worth, despair and hopelessness can take over. Anyone facing these, or like challenges, may benefit from professional help. If you or a loved one seek improvement, you have resources right here. If you will share your world and your journey, the sense of great worth can be restored and sustained. Options include traditional therapy as well as equine therapy.
You are of great worth. Each person is of great worth. When any of us lose the recognition of our worth, despair and hopelessness can take over. Anyone facing these, or like challenges, may benefit from professional help. If you or a loved one seek improvement, you have resources right here. If you will share your world and your journey, the sense of great worth can be restored and sustained. Options include traditional therapy as well as equine therapy.
(801) 919-8226 View (801) 919-8226
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Laurie M Elkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFRC
Verified Verified
Online Only
When you look at yourself, other people, and the world around you, what lenses are you seeing through? If you are experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, relationship challenges, or something like these, it is likely you are experiencing your life through these lenses. I am here to walk alongside you, to help you find your way toward healing, and experiencing your life beyond those limitations.
When you look at yourself, other people, and the world around you, what lenses are you seeing through? If you are experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, attachment, grief and loss, relationship challenges, or something like these, it is likely you are experiencing your life through these lenses. I am here to walk alongside you, to help you find your way toward healing, and experiencing your life beyond those limitations.
(801) 704-7731 View (801) 704-7731
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Candi Higley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there, my name is Candi. One of my favorite quotes about life is by James Baldwin, which says, “Not everything that is faced can be changed but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” Life is too short to let trauma control us, to be anxious, depressed or angry all the time or to struggle alone in relationships. Therapy may not be the most comfortable experience, but it can be life changing. I want you to be able to find meaning and purpose and work through emotional pain so that your self-worth, relationships and other areas of life thrive.
Hi there, my name is Candi. One of my favorite quotes about life is by James Baldwin, which says, “Not everything that is faced can be changed but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” Life is too short to let trauma control us, to be anxious, depressed or angry all the time or to struggle alone in relationships. Therapy may not be the most comfortable experience, but it can be life changing. I want you to be able to find meaning and purpose and work through emotional pain so that your self-worth, relationships and other areas of life thrive.
(385) 233-9967 View (385) 233-9967
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Madisen Busenbark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
​Madisen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a deep passion for using her training to help others access the resources necessary to create a meaningful and happy life through personal and relationship satisfaction. Madisen has over 10 years of experience in relationship and parenting education. She has particular interest in working with clients experiencing relational distress, navigating seemingly unreconcilable differences within self and between others, and seeking relationship enrichment. She has a special capacity to hold space for individuals in high conflict and distress and is ready to hold space for you.
​Madisen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a deep passion for using her training to help others access the resources necessary to create a meaningful and happy life through personal and relationship satisfaction. Madisen has over 10 years of experience in relationship and parenting education. She has particular interest in working with clients experiencing relational distress, navigating seemingly unreconcilable differences within self and between others, and seeking relationship enrichment. She has a special capacity to hold space for individuals in high conflict and distress and is ready to hold space for you.
(801) 761-8389 View (801) 761-8389
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Caitlin Woolbert
Counselor, MA, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
I am not a fairy godmother that can bibbidi-bobbidi-boo your child into behaving perfectly, make your teen talk to you, or make your family understand and appreciate you. However, I can be an empathetic listener and support to help provide context and understanding for thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may feel or seem hard to process. I provide tools, resources, and a therapeutic environment where change for the better is possible.
I am not a fairy godmother that can bibbidi-bobbidi-boo your child into behaving perfectly, make your teen talk to you, or make your family understand and appreciate you. However, I can be an empathetic listener and support to help provide context and understanding for thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may feel or seem hard to process. I provide tools, resources, and a therapeutic environment where change for the better is possible.
(385) 316-7078 View (385) 316-7078
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Angela Marie Gehrke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Hello! I offer individual therapy, support groups, and workshops tailored to fostering healing and growth. As a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I bring a unique blend of faith-based principles and professional expertise to my counseling practice. With a foundation in attachment-based and trauma-focused therapy, my specialization lies in identifying and addressing barriers that hinder healthy relationships. Whether you've experienced hurt from a past or current relationship, I am here support your healing journey, and empower you to create the life and relationships you desire.
Hello! I offer individual therapy, support groups, and workshops tailored to fostering healing and growth. As a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I bring a unique blend of faith-based principles and professional expertise to my counseling practice. With a foundation in attachment-based and trauma-focused therapy, my specialization lies in identifying and addressing barriers that hinder healthy relationships. Whether you've experienced hurt from a past or current relationship, I am here support your healing journey, and empower you to create the life and relationships you desire.
(385) 257-9223 View (385) 257-9223
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Sheri Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MA, LMFT, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression? Are you scrolling through profiles, hoping to find someone who truly understands? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this by yourself. I’m Sheri Morris, a therapist who cares deeply about helping people like you find hope and healing. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and valued—because you are. Reach out today and I promise you won’t be left wondering if someone is listening. I’ll respond within 24 hours so we can schedule a time to talk. Together, we’ll take steps toward a brighter, lighter tomorrow. You matter, and I’m here to help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression? Are you scrolling through profiles, hoping to find someone who truly understands? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this by yourself. I’m Sheri Morris, a therapist who cares deeply about helping people like you find hope and healing. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and valued—because you are. Reach out today and I promise you won’t be left wondering if someone is listening. I’ll respond within 24 hours so we can schedule a time to talk. Together, we’ll take steps toward a brighter, lighter tomorrow. You matter, and I’m here to help.
(801) 406-7761 View (801) 406-7761
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Heather Stevenson
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Walking through the therapy door to spill your guts to a stranger can be terrifying! I've been there, so I use a humanistic and strengths-based approach as a therapist. I know that safety and connection are vital to healing and growing so I work at the pace my clients lead. I support you in connecting mind and body, living your authentic self, and creating meaningful connections with others. Whether you are dealing with difficult circumstances, emotions, dark thoughts or relationships, I know you are innately good and I try to see the whole you. Trauma-informed methods are key to restore you to optimal functioning.
Walking through the therapy door to spill your guts to a stranger can be terrifying! I've been there, so I use a humanistic and strengths-based approach as a therapist. I know that safety and connection are vital to healing and growing so I work at the pace my clients lead. I support you in connecting mind and body, living your authentic self, and creating meaningful connections with others. Whether you are dealing with difficult circumstances, emotions, dark thoughts or relationships, I know you are innately good and I try to see the whole you. Trauma-informed methods are key to restore you to optimal functioning.
(385) 832-7653 View (385) 832-7653
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Lyndsey Proctor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Are you a new mother and not feeling yourself? I specialize in the treatment of maternal mental health including anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar, pregnancy and infant loss. I have worked in mental health for 14 years and have received specialized training with Postpartum Support International and Karen Kleiman. My program consists of individual therapy, intensive outpatient where mother's and their babies meet three times a week for three hours a day. Group therapy is used to equip mothers with the skills to manage their symptoms at home, and improve the family relationship. Individual, group, and family therapy is offered.
Are you a new mother and not feeling yourself? I specialize in the treatment of maternal mental health including anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar, pregnancy and infant loss. I have worked in mental health for 14 years and have received specialized training with Postpartum Support International and Karen Kleiman. My program consists of individual therapy, intensive outpatient where mother's and their babies meet three times a week for three hours a day. Group therapy is used to equip mothers with the skills to manage their symptoms at home, and improve the family relationship. Individual, group, and family therapy is offered.
(801) 701-3603 View (801) 701-3603
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Sharri Clonts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
I offer counseling to individuals and couples. The most important trait I believe a therapist can bring to a person who is suffering mentally, emotionally and or spiritually is unconditional positive regard. I welcome the opportunity to help you navigate the complexities of your mental health. Together we can determine a treatment plan that meets your specific needs. Nothing is more rewarding to me than helping clients overcome challenges and increase their joy, satisfaction and qualify of life.
I offer counseling to individuals and couples. The most important trait I believe a therapist can bring to a person who is suffering mentally, emotionally and or spiritually is unconditional positive regard. I welcome the opportunity to help you navigate the complexities of your mental health. Together we can determine a treatment plan that meets your specific needs. Nothing is more rewarding to me than helping clients overcome challenges and increase their joy, satisfaction and qualify of life.
(435) 214-1666 View (435) 214-1666
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Corinna Porter
Psychologist, MEd, PhD
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
I graduated from Brigham Young University with a Masters of Education in School Psychology in 1994 and with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2003. As part of that training, I completed a doctoral level internship in clinical child psychology at Primary Children's Hospital. Since then, I have worked in a variety of settings, specializing in child psychology. The majority of my clinical experience has been in working with children who have been traumatized, but I feel comfortable treating the entire range of childhood psychiatric disorders. Overall, I have been working with emotionally/behaviorally challenged children for over 25 years.
I graduated from Brigham Young University with a Masters of Education in School Psychology in 1994 and with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2003. As part of that training, I completed a doctoral level internship in clinical child psychology at Primary Children's Hospital. Since then, I have worked in a variety of settings, specializing in child psychology. The majority of my clinical experience has been in working with children who have been traumatized, but I feel comfortable treating the entire range of childhood psychiatric disorders. Overall, I have been working with emotionally/behaviorally challenged children for over 25 years.
(435) 236-3816 View (435) 236-3816
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Bobbie Pugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Your child means the world to you. You’ve worked and invested so much throughout the years for their benefit and well being. Despite all the planning and parenting preparation you did, there are somethings that you weren’t prepared for: Constant arguments at home and meltdowns. Emails/calls from the school of your child struggling with focus and sitting still. A child that worries and is scared so much of the time. When your teenager says to their friends “I just want to die.” How to help your child through big life changes such as divorce, a move, or the death of a loved one. Or, if someone has purposely hurt him/her.
Your child means the world to you. You’ve worked and invested so much throughout the years for their benefit and well being. Despite all the planning and parenting preparation you did, there are somethings that you weren’t prepared for: Constant arguments at home and meltdowns. Emails/calls from the school of your child struggling with focus and sitting still. A child that worries and is scared so much of the time. When your teenager says to their friends “I just want to die.” How to help your child through big life changes such as divorce, a move, or the death of a loved one. Or, if someone has purposely hurt him/her.
(801) 821-4061 View (801) 821-4061
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

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—both men and women—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.