Therapists in Utah

My name is April Garcia, I am a therapist that provides Telehealth services in both English and Spanish. I am a firm believer that therapy is for everyone, and we should all experience therapy at least once in our lives. Why? Because therapy provides a safe place to express ourselves and heal. It is a way to bring forward the traumas that sometimes we try to bury down and keep hidden, it is a way to understand ourselves and those around us better, and also a way to become the best version of us we can be.

As a marriage and family therapist, I have been successful in helping individuals re-create and maintain enjoyable relationships throughout their lives. My goal as a clinician is to help you and your loved one(s) learn to build loving, trusting, understanding and safe environments and relationships that enable recovery, moving forward and healing. I love to see you and your loved one(s) smile again! My main clinical specialty is treating children, teens and adults who have experienced traumatic events. I have successfully treated depression, anxiety, addiction, affairs, divorce, grief and loss, stress, etc.

Amy helps you to find the insight you need so your story can make sense again. We can all become unsure of how we got to where we are, where we are headed, and even what would make things better. We become emotionally, relationally, and even physically stuck, reacting in ways that are ineffective at best, and often just plain counterproductive. Amy brings to therapy a number of different approaches to assist you in finding personal insight, motivation, and connection. She supports clients in the act of turning to their internal experience as a guide to forming connections, making decisions, moving through difficult experiences.

Hey friend, I know that life can be incredibly difficult at times, especially when we're facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. You are not alone in your struggles, and there is no shame in seeking help. You deserve to feel supported and understood as you work through your challenges, and I am here to walk alongside you on this journey. May you find the strength and resilience within yourself to overcome your difficulties, and may you find peace and healing in the days to come. We have services that can get you in this week so healing starts immediately.

I have extensive experience working with children, families, and adults who have a history of trauma. Many people find conflict with themselves and others and struggle to manage it on their own. I find meaning in my work by helping all people feel valued and worthy independent of their life circumstances. I utilize a strengths-based approach that empowers the people I work with the see their own internal resources and follow their intuition. I stay critically conscious of people’s unique needs and diverse backgrounds. My approach includes perspective of curiosity and open-mindedness. I also conduct Hardship Immigration Evaluations.

In my office you can expect a holistic, humorous, and empathetic approach. I strive to create a safe environment in sessions, where you can feel empowered to express yourself authentically and explore any topic without fear of judgment. Together, we'll work towards achieving your goals, fostering growth, and making healthy changes. If this approach resonates with what you're seeking in therapy, then we would make a good fit!

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.

We offer a wide range of clinical specializations to help you make the changes you are seeking. We have been trained and are prepared to help you address a wide variety of individual and relational issues, whether they involve individual mental health or marital/family problems. Our goal is to help you learn the skills necessary to cope with any issues you are dealing with and have intimate and fulfilling relationships. Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.

I believe that nothing should be deemed taboo to talk about because when we can communicate openly and without fearing judgment, only then can we best understand and accept ourselves and others. I wish to create an environment allowing for growth, healing, and self-empowerment in which my clients can embrace their individuality and discover their place in the world. I am ardent about incorporating cultural humility into my practice and I am extremely passionate about promoting self-confidence, sex positivity, body acceptance, and the creation and cultivation of healthy relationships.

Here for you.

Not everyone’s advice resonates, and you may still be on your journey to find the guidance that aligns with your core values. I am empathically attuned to listening in a non-judgmental way that uplifts you and helps you find the support you need. I bring my life’s experience, wisdom, and valuable training to the table as I approach therapy in a personalized and empathic style to fit each individual’s needs. I ensure that I provide a safe environment wherein individuals can process what they choose with respect and compassion.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.

Therapy can be a dynamic experience creating hope and energy. Facing challenges and grieving losses we inevitably face is a powerful step in moving toward a more satisfying present. I view therapy as a collaboration with you to create your transformation and growth. Our past experiences shape our view of ourselves and in turn our potential in the future. I hope to assist you to "re-author" the stories you have about yourself not serving a positive purpose and replace them with new stories, skills and a vision that do.

Appointments are available same week of as Winter, 2022! We know that it takes great courage to seek help for your problems. We seek to respect your courage to heal by providing quality psychotherapy in a safe, warm, and comfortable setting.

Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.

I understand that life can be challenging and sometimes even scary. There's no need to navigate the bumpy rides alone. As a therapist, I feel privileged to be part of your journey and help you explore your own strengths and resilience.

I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples experiencing relational conflict, life transitions, coparenting, divorce/separation, faith crisis/transitions, and navigating the impact and symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and personality disorders. I use emotionally focused, EMDR, sandtray, psychoeducational, and experiential modalities rooted in attachment theory to support my clients in exploring their inner worlds and facilitate new ways to engage with themselves and others.

Unprocessed pain and emotional wounds can deepen over time and cause us to disconnect from ourselves and others. My purpose is to help individuals develop more authentic and secure relationships with themselves and with others while experiencing emotional growth, healing and hope. I help guide individuals through a process of self-discovery and provide tools to connect with inner strengths and resources that bring about personal growth.