EMI Health Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT

Hello, I'm Jared Andes and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on assisting people to develop their resilience and strengths. My passion is increasing interpersonal connection and authentic relationships. As a therapist, I have worked in a variety of settings including academic, outpatient, and crisis settings and I work with clients from diverse backgrounds. This allows me to draw from a variety of approaches to support your mental health needs. I offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I support awareness and acceptance of individuals including those with developmental disorders, mental health concerns, and their families.

Take a breath... Just s l o w d o w n for a second- You made it this far, which takes courage. Good for you. That you took the step to come looking for a therapist means that some part of you heard it when your friend said they're worried about you, or when your partner said they think it's time the two of you found someone to talk to. It means there have just been too many days where you felt like an observer in your life or like this was the day you would crack under the pressure of holding yourself together. It means you're ready to build a life that feels more rich, full, and meaningful; a life not driven by conflict or fear.

Reconnecting to ourselves and our support structures in an ever changing environment can be challenging. We are surrounded by expectations and demands that at times feel overwhelming and out of reach. I work with clients on reestablishing these connections and instilling mental health empowerment. We are all capable of growth and deserving of the opportunity to reset and reconnect.

Sometimes life presents us with overwhelming, painful challenges. If you are experiencing unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or are coping with painful loss through death, divorce, illness/injury or life transitions; I will help you move through these difficult, painful challenges. If you want to improve upon an already successful life, we will work to improve it. I provide a warm and safe, non-judgmental environment. Through the process you will develop inner strength and resiliency; you will learn to take a pro-active stance in choosing and creating the life you desire.

If you have been exposed to a traumatic incident you may be unaware of how that event has affected your daily functioning. Later, you may have difficulty controlling your anger, sadness, anxiety, sleeping etc. To determine if your behaviors have been affected by exposure to a traumatic event or have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), schedule and appointment with me for an assessment. I have a wide array of experience treating individual, families, and couples for a variety of issues including problems caused by trauma, depression, anxiety, poor communication skills, poor family functioning etc.

I'm a firm believer that everyone deserves to have a safe and nonjudgemental space to process what they're going through. I strive to provide that space for every one of my clients through empathy, validation, and evidence-based practices that help clients see actual results in their lives. I prefer to take a person-centered approach because YOU are the expert in your own life. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, addiction, sexual issues, grief, and trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.