Parenting Therapists in Salem, UT
Whether you're navigating changing roles in your marriage, parenting adult or teen children, facing unexpected transitions, or carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, or trauma, it can feel overwhelming and isolating.
You don't have to face this alone. I provide a grounded, compassionate space where you can be truly heard and understood. Together, we'll explore what matters most to you, unpack the patterns that keep you from feeling like yourself, and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with confidence, clarity and self - compassion.
Whether you're navigating changing roles in your marriage, parenting adult or teen children, facing unexpected transitions, or carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, or trauma, it can feel overwhelming and isolating.
You don't have to face this alone. I provide a grounded, compassionate space where you can be truly heard and understood. Together, we'll explore what matters most to you, unpack the patterns that keep you from feeling like yourself, and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with confidence, clarity and self - compassion.
Golden Horse Counseling exists because so many of us feel disconnected—from our bodies, our emotions, even our own stories—and don’t know why. As an EMDR Consultant and lifelong learner, I continually deepen my expertise so I can meet each client and fellow therapists exactly where they are. I draw on advanced training in EMDR, Structural dissociation, Deep Brain Reorienting, & Equine‑Assisted EMDR to inform every session. Here, we don’t “fix” problems; we open a safe, supportive space to explore, integrate, and transform. Together, you’ll rewrite your narrative, take hold of the reins, and gallop confidently into the next chapter.
Golden Horse Counseling exists because so many of us feel disconnected—from our bodies, our emotions, even our own stories—and don’t know why. As an EMDR Consultant and lifelong learner, I continually deepen my expertise so I can meet each client and fellow therapists exactly where they are. I draw on advanced training in EMDR, Structural dissociation, Deep Brain Reorienting, & Equine‑Assisted EMDR to inform every session. Here, we don’t “fix” problems; we open a safe, supportive space to explore, integrate, and transform. Together, you’ll rewrite your narrative, take hold of the reins, and gallop confidently into the next chapter.
I get great joy and satisfaction out of helping people to create a better way of experiencing life over the past 22 years. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within a spiritual based framework. This specialty can help improve many types of issues, such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, etc. Within a safe, non-threatening environment, utilizing CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we can change negative belief systems, destructive behavioral patterns, and irrational thought processes, so you can create a healthier and happier new way of life.
I get great joy and satisfaction out of helping people to create a better way of experiencing life over the past 22 years. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within a spiritual based framework. This specialty can help improve many types of issues, such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, etc. Within a safe, non-threatening environment, utilizing CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we can change negative belief systems, destructive behavioral patterns, and irrational thought processes, so you can create a healthier and happier new way of life.
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.
I believe our relationships matter more than anything else in life. For you, this may (or may not) include relationships with family, friends, and those in your community. These kinds of meaningful connections are imperative to our happiness and well-being. The key? Thriving relationships require a healthy relationship with yourself. With compassion, kindness, and a hint of humor, I can guide you in building a better understanding of the unique person you are, help you identify what you want and need, teach you skills and strategies for success, and support you in personal transformation.
I believe our relationships matter more than anything else in life. For you, this may (or may not) include relationships with family, friends, and those in your community. These kinds of meaningful connections are imperative to our happiness and well-being. The key? Thriving relationships require a healthy relationship with yourself. With compassion, kindness, and a hint of humor, I can guide you in building a better understanding of the unique person you are, help you identify what you want and need, teach you skills and strategies for success, and support you in personal transformation.
Are you someone who is experiencing OCD, anxiety, depression, or trauma and ready to explore meaningful change? You may feel stuck in distressing thoughts or behaviors and looking for tools to better manage emotions and regain a sense of control. I strive to provide a warm, collaborative space where you can learn, express, and grow at your own pace while working toward healing and resilience.
Are you someone who is experiencing OCD, anxiety, depression, or trauma and ready to explore meaningful change? You may feel stuck in distressing thoughts or behaviors and looking for tools to better manage emotions and regain a sense of control. I strive to provide a warm, collaborative space where you can learn, express, and grow at your own pace while working toward healing and resilience.
My therapy practice is motivated by a passion for helping others find hope and healing. Through your journey of healing, I will meet you where you are and help you take steps to reach your goals. In over 13 years of practice, I have assisted people from diverse backgrounds learn skills to assist with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief & loss, marriage, divorce and other difficult circumstances. I speak Spanish and have been blessed to speak with people in their native language. I am currently seeing people in person and online.
My therapy practice is motivated by a passion for helping others find hope and healing. Through your journey of healing, I will meet you where you are and help you take steps to reach your goals. In over 13 years of practice, I have assisted people from diverse backgrounds learn skills to assist with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief & loss, marriage, divorce and other difficult circumstances. I speak Spanish and have been blessed to speak with people in their native language. I am currently seeing people in person and online.
Walking through the therapy door to spill your guts to a stranger can be terrifying! I've been there, this is why 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, this is why 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.
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.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I have training that allows me to see the whole system and evaluate different areas that could be impacting a client's mental health. During my graduate studies I received training and supervision specific to children and play therapy (including art, therapy games, sand, music, etc.).
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.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I have training that allows me to see the whole system and evaluate different areas that could be impacting a client's mental health. During my graduate studies I received training and supervision specific to children and play therapy (including art, therapy games, sand, music, etc.).
Karolee Koller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
Healing begins when you feel safe to show up fully as yourself—questions, emotions, contradictions and all. My work is centered around helping women, young adults, and faith-transitioning individuals make peace with their past, reconnect with their bodies, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
I specialize in working with trauma, body image, perfectionism, anxiety, and religious deconstruction. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck between who they were told to be and who they’re becoming. My role is to walk alongside you as you untangle those old stories and build something more true and whole.
Healing begins when you feel safe to show up fully as yourself—questions, emotions, contradictions and all. My work is centered around helping women, young adults, and faith-transitioning individuals make peace with their past, reconnect with their bodies, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
I specialize in working with trauma, body image, perfectionism, anxiety, and religious deconstruction. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck between who they were told to be and who they’re becoming. My role is to walk alongside you as you untangle those old stories and build something more true and whole.
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I draw from personal and professional experience with parenting, fitness and eating challenges, grief, chronic illness, relationships, divorce, and blended families.
You’re ready to improve your emotional, mental, and physical fitness, achieve breakthrough goals, healthier relationships, emotional freedom, and a deeper sense of purpose. You want to break old patterns, feel calmer and more confident, strengthen your marriage or family, and create a life that aligns with your values and faith. Using EMDR and other evidence-based, transformative techniques, I help you release what’s holding you back and step into lasting healing, confidence, and meaningful change—so you can embrace the life you’re truly meant to live.
I draw from personal and professional experience with parenting, fitness and eating challenges, grief, chronic illness, relationships, divorce, and blended families.
You’re ready to improve your emotional, mental, and physical fitness, achieve breakthrough goals, healthier relationships, emotional freedom, and a deeper sense of purpose. You want to break old patterns, feel calmer and more confident, strengthen your marriage or family, and create a life that aligns with your values and faith. Using EMDR and other evidence-based, transformative techniques, I help you release what’s holding you back and step into lasting healing, confidence, and meaningful change—so you can embrace the life you’re truly meant to live.
I enjoy counseling with parents as they navigate the challenge of parenting through the teen years.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and solution-oriented. I celebrate with my clients each time they meet a personal goal, conquer a fear, develop a helpful insight, or better learn to manage the ups and downs of life. My goal is to help my clients reach their fullest potential with empirically supported principles.
I enjoy counseling with parents as they navigate the challenge of parenting through the teen years.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and solution-oriented. I celebrate with my clients each time they meet a personal goal, conquer a fear, develop a helpful insight, or better learn to manage the ups and downs of life. My goal is to help my clients reach their fullest potential with empirically supported principles.
I love working with children, teens, young adults and adults and have experience working with anxiety and depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and parenting.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR, art, play, and sandtray to give clients a personalized experience that fits best for them and their goals. In my spare time I try to keep up with my busy children, exercise, listen to audiobooks, work in my yard, and watch the Utah Mammoth.
I love working with children, teens, young adults and adults and have experience working with anxiety and depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and parenting.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR, art, play, and sandtray to give clients a personalized experience that fits best for them and their goals. In my spare time I try to keep up with my busy children, exercise, listen to audiobooks, work in my yard, and watch the Utah Mammoth.
Maybe you're a parent struggling to connect with your child, or perhaps you're a teenager navigating the complexities of growing up.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety and stress, as well as working with highly sensitive and highly emotional children. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their emotions and develop coping skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Maybe you're a parent struggling to connect with your child, or perhaps you're a teenager navigating the complexities of growing up.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety and stress, as well as working with highly sensitive and highly emotional children. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their emotions and develop coping skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Counseling can be an amazing discovery into new ways of creating happiness. My dedication is fired by my clients' "Aha!" moments. It's not unusual for a client say, "This is really amazing-- Can I get my wife (mother-in-law, son, brother) in here?" That means we are doing therapy right! My people enjoy the counseling experience and laugh as often as they experience other emotions. I use a great deal of stories, humor, and building on strengths to inspire progress from one success to another. When clients have small successes as a foundation, they can launch to a lifetime of satisfaction.
Counseling can be an amazing discovery into new ways of creating happiness. My dedication is fired by my clients' "Aha!" moments. It's not unusual for a client say, "This is really amazing-- Can I get my wife (mother-in-law, son, brother) in here?" That means we are doing therapy right! My people enjoy the counseling experience and laugh as often as they experience other emotions. I use a great deal of stories, humor, and building on strengths to inspire progress from one success to another. When clients have small successes as a foundation, they can launch to a lifetime of satisfaction.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction issues, relationship and parenting stress, and past trauma.
I use several treatment methods including CBT, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and insight-oriented psychotherapy based on client need and preference. I am trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, an evidence-based intervention to address behavioral problems in children ages 2.5-6 years old.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction issues, relationship and parenting stress, and past trauma.
I use several treatment methods including CBT, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and insight-oriented psychotherapy based on client need and preference. I am trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, an evidence-based intervention to address behavioral problems in children ages 2.5-6 years old.
I enjoy working with adults, teens, kids, parents, couples, and families.
I really care about my clients and work hard to build a relationship with them that allows me to meet them where they are at. It’s important to me to create a safe space, free of judgement, where they are able to feel and grow in confidence to create the life and relationships they want. I am EMDR trained and a Registered Play Therapist.
I enjoy working with adults, teens, kids, parents, couples, and families.
I really care about my clients and work hard to build a relationship with them that allows me to meet them where they are at. It’s important to me to create a safe space, free of judgement, where they are able to feel and grow in confidence to create the life and relationships they want. I am EMDR trained and a Registered Play Therapist.
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.
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.
Joshua D. Powner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
9 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84058
Waitlist for new clients
You're not broken—you just need better tools. My two ideal types of clients are 1) working with couples, or 2) working with clients navigating the chaos of ADHD - or even both! Your relationship may either be on the brink, or ready to build something stronger. You may be motivated but stuck, often frustrated by not knowing why you feel the way you do—or how to move forward. Whether it's communication gridlock or procrastination paralysis, my ideal clients are ready to learn, apply, and grow! (I have a waitlist for clients seeing me directly, but DO have immediate slots open with therapists I directly supervise/train!)
You're not broken—you just need better tools. My two ideal types of clients are 1) working with couples, or 2) working with clients navigating the chaos of ADHD - or even both! Your relationship may either be on the brink, or ready to build something stronger. You may be motivated but stuck, often frustrated by not knowing why you feel the way you do—or how to move forward. Whether it's communication gridlock or procrastination paralysis, my ideal clients are ready to learn, apply, and grow! (I have a waitlist for clients seeing me directly, but DO have immediate slots open with therapists I directly supervise/train!)
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.