Teletherapy for Utah

Are you struggling with sexuality or relationship challenges? My passion is in helping individuals and couples on their journey to greater emotional, relational and sexual health.

Facing challenges like depression, anxiety, and trauma can hinder our ability to authentically and fully engage with life. As a psychotherapist, my practice is grounded in trauma-informed care. I specialize in EMDR, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic therapy. I understand that spirituality plays an important part in many people's healing; and I incorporate a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of biological, mental, and emotional well-being.

I am accepting new clients and offer Online Counseling via Telehealth. I've provided over 10,000 hours of therapy and like Confucius said, "Choose a job you love, and you will never work a day in your life." I managed LDS Family Services for 13 years and loved directing the 12-step Addiction Recovery Program in Michigan, New York and Pennsylvania. I've been recruited by multiple residential treatment centers, a hospital, a skilled nursing facility, and by an IOP program assessing and treating substance abuse and domestic violence.

Every person (including you!) has value and worth. It doesn’t matter who you are, how old you are, what you have done, or what has happened to you. You are valuable, just because you are here. Secondly, know that your life has value and a meaning – even when you are in pain. Many of us at various times of life need a little extra help-whether to process “stuff” that happened, or to figure out why we do what we do – I have a lifetime of experiences and training to help you do just that!

I love helping people! It doesn't matter if you are coming in as a couple, individual or a family - I want to help you navigate: anxiety, depression, conflict, boundaries, spirituality, sexual abuse, men’s issues, self esteem, and emotional regulation. I especially enjoy utilizing my therapy dog or equine helpers (horses) in the therapeutic process. When I am not doing therapy, I am working with my hands with either wood or metal. I like welding, blade smithing, and working with leather. I also am a vocalist and play several instruments in my spare time to relax.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW) in Utah and my practice is grounded in the synthesis of social, biological, and psychological theories. I provide individual, group, and family therapy integrating psychodynamic and humanistic approaches with transformative healing methods and spirituality to adults. My goal in therapy is to move my patients beyond symptom reduction to the achievement of balance in the physical, emotional and, spiritual dimensions.

Along my career in human services that started in 2017 as a volunteer at a psychiatric hospital, I developed a passion for psychotherapy, emphasizing existential and spiritual components. Having an undergraduate in philosophy, where I received education on world religion, spirituality, and the fundamental questions of reality. I poineered a blend of interpersonal talk therapy, mindfulness, and meditative sound therapy that helps individuals transcend the narratives that have kept them stuck in recurring maladaptive patterns.

Welcome to Summit View Counseling! We have several great professionals on our team to support and assist you. I have personally worked in the mental health field in various capacities for 17 years. I have come to understand the needs of individuals, couples, and families as they face challenges which can seem overwhelming.  I appreciate the impact of evidenced based psychotherapies in helping the clients I work with achieve the results they are seeking. I also recognize the power of being present and flexible as needs in treatment evolve.

Having obtained a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, my goal is to inspire hope and serve those who desire deeper connection with themselves and others. My clinical development and training have led me to work with couples who have interest in repairing or improving their relationships, and individuals who desire deeper levels of self-acceptance and compassion to improve well-being. I use emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and internal family systems (IFS) which are evidence-based approaches. I focus on highlighting your strengths and ability to navigate life. My approach is very personalized and client-centered.

The impact of our histories seems to last forever. We can be crippled by moments of regret, embarrassment, and pain, and we can suffer from physical tension, mood swings, aches, and issues focusing. We lose sleep, eat poorly, settle for mediocre work with mediocre pay, get into unfulfilling relationships, have troubled intimacy, and continue suffering day-to-day where we get stuck. We can easily see this reality is unwanted, but what can be done about it?

Lesbian and gay people are faced every day with difficult intersections between sexual diversity; trauma; religion, faith and spirituality; conflicting cultural and relational demands; and sometimes issues of race. Stress, hypervigilance, shame, anxiety, depression and mental confusion are to us like water is to the fish. But we have an amazing ability to heal, grow, and thrive when given the right support.

Over the years, I have developed my gift of diagnosis which helps me to understand my patients in an accurate and easy to understand manner for them. Then we grieve together the past and implement interventions and boundaries for a healthy future. Psychotherapy is proven to be more enduring than drug therapy, and my approach towards treating my patients is to avoid medication where possible.

My main goal is to help you meaningfully engage with life on your terms with a sense of confidence knowing that you have the tools necessary to deal with life’s challenges. I meet with clients dealing with a variety of issues, but my specialties are relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, ADHD, spirituality, and trauma. My clients’ goals tend to include improving their: emotional regulation, executive functioning, communication, conflict resolution, relationship with themselves, relationship with others, or relationship with a higher power. I can meet with you either individually, as a couple, or as a family.

I believe it takes a lot of courage and strength to reach for help when you are in distress and you desperately want change. When we meet, I hope to hear and understand your story with compassion and empathy and create a safe environment where you can find relief quickly. Whether it's your relationships, navigating life transitions, sexuality, sexual orientation or gender expression; anxiety, trauma, depression, or anything else that's important to you, I'll help you make change to effectively deal with the challenges and emotional moments you may encounter in life.

Chantry has experience in a variety of fields, including acute mental health (i.e. Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, etc.), anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ support, faith transitions, and substance abuse. Chantry is passionate about identity development, shame resilience, increasing self-compassion, and understanding and developing a healthy relationship with spirituality. He loves utilizing solution-focused and strength-based interventions to help clients become comfortable with themselves and work towards the life they want to have.

Are you ready to embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment? If so, you're in the right place. I'm here to guide and support you as you navigate life's challenges and unlock your true potential. My career as a therapist was inspired by my own struggles, and the transformation I experienced ignited my commitment to supporting others on their paths to healing and growth. I believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from embracing vulnerability. If you're committed to personal growth and ready to work together, we can achieve incredible results.

There is a pathway forward through the distress of disconnection, grief and loss, faith transitions, and anxiety. Transforming painful feelings and meeting unmet needs occurs through creating connections and emotional processing. Therapy is tailored to your specific goals and needs: deepening relational connection, working through anxiety, overcoming addictions, processing grief/loss, faith transitions, emotional challenges, or engaging in family therapy. Creating a validating and respectful therapeutic experience is central to inviting growth and change.

Depression triggered by feeling hopeless and helpless, High anxiety triggered by work stress and feeling overwhelmed with projects , Anger issues because people don’t understand you and you don’t understand people, Trauma because of your experience with abuse and neglect is currently affecting your life, Infidelity because you lack spontaneity and adventure in your relationship, Marital issues because your spouse is not actively listening or validating your feelings, Men issues because you feel nothing is going right in your life, and women issues because you put family/friends needs before your self-care

I support the development of each individual's inner guidance and direction. My years of experience working with substance and behavior addictions have created a strong foundation which supports lasting healthy recovery. I accomplish this by utilizing my training in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy & Gottman's Sound Relationship House. I have found great success with those who have otherwise lost hope. My approach is free of judgment and remains deeply empathetic. I am a genuine clinician who is uniquely proficient in reaching through to the seemingly unreachable.