Anxiety Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
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Aurora Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I deeply enjoy working with adults and teens with ADHD, and individuals experiencing symptoms of depression and
anxiety
, or who want to gain a deeper understanding of who they are. Life’s challenges can leave you feeling stuck in pain, shame, or emptiness. You may have thoughts and feelings that stop you from connecting with others or knowing how you bring value to the world. If you have (or suspect you have) ADHD, you may feel overwhelmed from constantly trying to fit into a box that wasn't made for you. Together, we will explore your struggles, values, and strengths to cope with challenges and reconnect with your authentic self.
Tom Bunnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Anxiety
is my specialty! Whether you feel paralyzed by fear, unable to shake irrational ideas, or taken prisoner by thoughts you cannot control, I am here to help. I enjoy guiding my clients through learning, practicing and applying research-based techniques that provide quick and long-lasting changes. My clients and I work hard together, laugh a lot, and creatively outwit
anxiety
.
Saydi E. Shumway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Using a range of different modalities tailored to your needs, I'll help you gain tools to navigate
anxiety
, depression, insecurities and trauma in order to build a healthy relationship with yourself and others, find a sense of purpose, overcome past trauma and grow through your challenges.
Are you feeling stuck in your life, relationships, thoughts, emotions or habits? Are you feeling too broken or walled off or anxious to engage in meaningful connections with others? Are you struggling with knowing or liking who you are? Do you get stuck overthinking things? Current research suggests that meaningful connections are at the core of solid mental health. Do you need help identifying what is holding you back from a life of meaningful connections and healthy relationships? Do you feel lost, confused or alone?
Not accepting new clients
Kara S Posner
Counselor, CMHC, MEd
Verified
Verified
Also, a history of working with clients living with depression, bi-polar,
anxiety
, severe medical diagnoses, & psychosis.
We all get stuck. "Stuck" could mean: a miserable job; a tough relationship; or difficulty adjusting to life-changing news, and not knowing what to do next. Therapy is a great place to find help getting unstuck and regaining your life's momentum. I help my clients move on from stagnation and help them reach a place that they feel is healthy. Every experience is different and therapy is appropriately designed according to the client's concerns.
Waitlist for new clients
Julia Ann Mathews
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Individuals come to my practice wanting to work on a wide range of issues including: * Relationships * Depression *
Anxiety
* Stress * Loss and grief * Self esteem * Personal growth * Life transitions * Divorce and separation * Personal needs when raising a child with special
needs.
Choosing a therapist is an important and sometimes difficult decision. As a therapist, I offer careful, compassionate listening without judgment. We work together to explore a deeper understanding of yourself and of your relationships to others. We develop tools to help you work through and discard destructive patterns. You are welcome to call or email me with any unanswered questions you might have about therapy or my approach to therapy.
Waitlist for new clients
Brenna Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, MSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I feel great privilege anytime someone chooses to consult with me in exploring the problems they are facing. No matter the issue, I believe that you are the expert of your own life and I view therapy as a collaborative process that helps individuals make meaning of life's experiences. Therapy is more than just talking, it's healing our past so that we can find joy and purpose in today. I have experience working with people living with
anxiety
, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, sexual issues, and faith transitions. I also have experience in working with military troops and their families. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Gina M. Wehling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Amongst my areas of expertise are trauma, depression,
anxiety
, stress, interpersonal relationships, health and wellness.
How can we expect to run, if we have not yet learned to walk? All too often, we place pressure, self-doubt, fear, and beat ourselves up physically, emotionally, and mentally when we falter and fail in life’s pursuit. No matter the circumstances, at some point, we need someone to walk or wheel alongside us in our journey. As a multi-cultural, differently abled, first-generation immigrant Latina therapist, I take pride in being trauma-informed and understanding the intersectionality that individuals from all walks of life encounter. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, & empowering space for my clients to confront their problems.
Rebecca Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with individuals who have a history of trauma,
anxiety
, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder/attention deficit disorder, relationship difficulties, attachment, and self-esteem issues. I utilize evidence-based practices to help my clients navigate their issues, and I work to build a relationship with my clients to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental space to process experiences and emotions.
Not accepting new clients
Trish DeYoung
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals grappling with addiction, trauma, depression,
anxiety
, eating disorders, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
Because you are reading this, you have already taken the first step to make change. I believe the resources you need to meet your full potential are already within you. I help clients find and release their natural talent for healing. Together, we create a safe and supportive environment where you experience 'aha' moments about the obstacles keeping you from what you really want in your life. Friends and clients describe me as "genuine, someone you can trust, down to earth, and easy to talk to." Whether in the office or wilderness, I have devoted my career to helping people.
Waitlist for new clients
Valerie Leavitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
We all deserve a space where we can feel free to be open, to show our vulnerabilities, and to work through the barriers that prevent us from feeling whole. I utilize my counseling skills and various modalities to create a safe environment for those suffering from trauma, depression,
anxiety
, stress, grief, and the challenges of life transitions. I help those with whom I work identify any habits, such as addictions to drugs, food, self-harm, or white noise, which may be interfering with their efforts to overcome suffering.
Dr. Ellen Bronder
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Offering help for depression,
anxiety
, relationship issues, trauma, stress & burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.
Not accepting new clients
Jamie M Mortensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Using a personalized approach with every client, I am optimally suited to provide therapeutic experiences related to childhood adversity, developmental trauma, parent/child relationship problems, life transitions,
anxiety
, depression and grief and loss.
Finding the right therapist to support your unique needs is essential to moving forward in the therapeutic process. My mission is to design and facilitate a sincere therapeutic experience that supports deep healing and growth that lasts through strengthening self-awareness and relational functioning while promoting empowerment and safety. I am dedicated to helping children, teens, young adults and parents as they explore and express their experiences while learning to manage intense emotions, gain greater self-control and uncover or rediscover the abundance of their true nature.
Jess Shade
Counselor, CMHC, MEd, MDiv
Verified
Verified
Anxiety
, life transition, mountain trauma, and relationship concerns are my specialties.
Life is a challenging adventure. I work best with people who are curious about getting unstuck and pursuing their goals. Whether it is stagnation in your career, challenges in your relationship, or
anxiety
about the many "what ifs" we face each day, asking questions and exploring possibilities provides a way forward. Learning more useful strategies to cope and engage with challenges will be a cornerstone of our work together.
Barbara Scoville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
This translates into: Decreased
anxiety
and depression, improved relationships, and the ability to set and achieve goals.
Tap into Your Resilience Through Life Mastery Skills." Bounce back from life’s challenges with greater wisdom and understanding. Empower yourself through mindfulness, improved emotional control, connectedness to others, and the ability to ride the waves of troubled times without making an already difficult situation worse. I help individuals create balance through providing a safe accepting environment, while encouraging change, using an innovative therapy which combines both Eastern and Western philosophy.
Selfridge Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with adolescents and adults struggling with depression and
anxiety
. Depression and
anxiety
can show up as irritability, behavioral concerns, substance use; school, work and relationship difficulties. I use mindfulness to increase awareness and bring issues to the surface where they can be dealt with effectively. Many individuals feel they have thought or talked about a problem for years without making progress. Mindfulness can address these issues by connecting body sensations, negative emotions and healing. All appointments are via remote video.
Kathleen Fitzwilliam Lakey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I identify as a trauma specialist but also a generalist working with
anxiety
and depression based challenges and relational difficulties.
Therapy can be a significant help in finding relief from difficult feelings such as anger, grief, or sadness. Therapy is also an effective tool in finding solutions and confidence in difficult relationships, or with behaviors that you or a loved one may be struggling with. I acknowledge the courage it can take to seek assistance, as a therapist I always focus on clients strengths. I often work with adults coping with
anxiety
and depression, relationship difficulties, marital issues, or various types of PTSD. I take a special interest in working with trauma, dissociation, and dissociative disorders in adults.
Amy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified
Verified
I offer support to teens and adults with a wide range of concerns including
anxiety
, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief, gender issues, and sexual identity.
As a therapist I can assist you in processing traumas and recognizing patterns, so you can achieve the freeing and fulfilling life you seek. I believe all individuals have unique strengths and resilience which make healing and transformation possible. I am interested in hearing your story and will act as a guide providing insight, tools, and empowerment to help you on your journey.
Lisa L Welling
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
I offer help with challenging life experiences, attachment, traumas,
anxiety
, depression, ADHD, grief, divorce, relationships and support for families, individuals, and couples experiencing the above, communication, substance abuse, women's health issues, auto-immune and eating disorders, PTSD, autism, social skills.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages who have, or are going through challenging life experiences, and/or are looking to manage their ongoing challenges with mental health. I love working with my clients to help them identify, work through, and heal, increasing their overall well being to live their best life with joy. I love helping, and seeing my clients reach their goals.
Janelle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing
anxiety
, depression and other emotional difficulties that interfere with your daily life.
Fears
and worries, feeling unmotivated and distressed, all takes a toll on the ability to live the life that you want. Sometimes it is difficult to pinpoint the reason why you feel disconnected or how to best problem-solve and get back on track.
Parth Gandhi
Psychologist, PhD, Neuro
Verified
Verified
You deserve to feel Joy and daily happiness. We will address issues that have kept you hostage. Together, we can find find the shadows and heal patterns that led to Depression, Trauma, Addiction and
Anxiety
. I am trained and experienced in Compassionate Inquiry, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Transpersonal Therapy. I am Gottman certified for couples therapy and love to work with couples. I prioritize creating a safe and validating relationship with my clients, based on my belief that the relationship between therapist and client is one key to change
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.