Therapists serving clients in Utah

Hillary Poor

Utah

LCSW

As a seasoned Therapist and Coach, I rely heavily on knowledge and experience to guide my interactions with adults. I utilize current, brief, evidence-based interventions to relieve symptoms, develop emotional intelligence and empower clients to reach their full potential. I work together with my clients to promote healthy growth and increased wellness through a collaborative, strength-based and flexible approach. I welcome anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed by the following life-stressors: Low self-esteem and self-confidence Adjustment to a difficult life...

Eliana Downing

Utah

LCSW

I was raised in Peru. I attended Brigham Young University and graduated with my Bachelor Degree in Psychology and Social Work. I married while in school and raised six children. I started work at a state social services agency, working for children and families. I attended the University of Utah and earned my Master Degree in Social Work. I have worked as a therapist, most recently in Private Practice, in a Hospital setting and In a Social Services Agency. I like to start working with clients from where they are, at the time. I have been able to help...

Carynne Williams

Utah

MPA,MSW,LCSW

Carynne Williams earned a Master of Social Work degree in 2010 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also has a Master of Public Administration degree from North Carolina Central University and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University. Over the course of her career, she has provided psychotherapy in a wide range of clinical settings including practice in federal and state agencies. Most recently, she has worked for the Department of Justice as a Clinical Social Worker, providing treatment to dozens of patients over the course ...

Tracey Smith

Utah

LCSW

I remember making that first call to a counselor many years ago and feeling helpless on where to start and who to work with. It is one of the reasons I am a counselor today. It was difficult finding the right fit for me. Please shop around until you find the one who has the right rapport and one you can build trust with. I have worked in a myriad of therapeutic settings and it is almost impossible for me to choose a favorite but one thing I know for a surety is I enjoy the one on one interaction the most. I love to hear peoples' stories and their life exp...

Sarah Clark

Utah

CMHC

I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Utah. I have been practicing since June 2016, and I love what I do. I have worked in a small agency in community mental health, working with clients seeking therapy for mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence issues. I have experience working individually with adults, adolescents, and children 6-12, as well as working with groups, families, and couples. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked with teens in residential treatment centers and group homes for 8 years as a mentor. I received a Bachelo...

Jaime Tracy

Utah

LCSW

I am a mental health licensed in Utah with over 15 years of experience working a with adolescents and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, panic disorder, PTSD, C-PTSD and emotional disregulation associated with a Borderline PD. I believe the therapeutic relationship is very important to the therapeutic process. I will meet you where you are and support the growth you may wish for at this time. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and dialectical-behavioral therapy ...

Dr. Emily Christensen

Utah

PhD,LPC,LCPC

I am a doctoral level licensed clinical professional counselor, with twenty years of experience as a counselor. The most transformative aspect of counseling is feeling safe and supported by a knowledgeable therapist who will listen empathetically and without judgment, and will help nurture and draw out your best self. I believe that your answers lie within you; my job is to help you discover your inner wisdom and identify and overcome the obstacles to self-actualization - whether they are internal (e.g. low self-esteem, critical inner voice, shame, childhood tra...

Lindsay Metli

Utah

LCSW

Hello! I can only imagine if you are reading this right now you have tried several ways to feel better and at this point something has to give. I am here to assist you in creating and working toward goals that will positively impact your overall well-being. I am told by clients that I am down to earth and help them feel at ease. I use a holistic integrative approach with clients, which basically means looking at a person as a whole (mind, body and spirit) and then find ways to meet their unique needs with evidenced based treatment. I am a licensed clinical soci...

Brooke Lesley

Utah

MSW,LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience as a trauma-informed therapist in Salt Lake City, Utah. With clinical expertise in trauma, life transitions, and grief and loss, I have discovered the value of noticing body sensations that accompany thoughts, beliefs, and past and present experiences. From moment to moment, our bodies signal how we relate to the stimuli within and around us. This acute awareness will allow you to maneuver life's hurdles with more ease. Too often, our focus is narrowed on the negative beliefs we have a...

Jarad Ringer

Utah

LCSW

Jarad Ringer, LCSW, received his BA in Political Science from Rutgers University in 1999 and his MS in Social Work from Columbia University in 2002. Jarad’s areas of expertise include co-occurring disorders mental illness and addiction), LGBTQ specific mental illness and substance use, crisis work/suicide prevention, harm reduction and medication assisted treatment (MAT), trauma/anti-violence work, anti-racism/anti-oppression work, polyamory, and those engaged in the sex trade. He has extensive experience in various clinical settings with various communities and p...

Adrianne Mason

Utah

CMHC

Hello! My name is Adrianne Mason. I am a licensed Clinical mental Health Counselor in Utah. I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Master's Degree in Mental Health in 2005. Since that time, I have worked with clients as a juvenile probation officer, therapist and school district social worker. My experience has been helping people through issues relating to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, stress, relationship, domestic violence (victims and court ordered individuals) and sexual assault (victims and court ordered individuals). I desc...

Frederick DANNEMAN

Utah

MA

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) in Utah. I graduated with my Master's degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from the fully accredited program at University of Phoenix in 2018. Since that time, I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, individuals and families. I have worked with trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, domestic violence, addiction, family relationships, couples issues, etc. My background includes experience as a military veteran working as a technician closely with medical staff and providers, which I have noti...

Terri Goldstein

Utah

LCMHC,NCC,CCTP

I am a nationally certified, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC, NCC), with further certification as a clinical trauma professional (CCTP). I became a therapist after a 30-year career in non-profit management. However, counseling was my life's calling from a young age, and for as long as I can remember. My desire to be a fellow traveler on a client's therapeutic journey is seeded in my first-hand knowledge of the healing benefits of a trusting, counseling relationship. As an integrative counselor, I embrace a hope-based philosophy built on four ...

Irene Hopkins

Utah

LCSW

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Utah with over 5 years working in a therapeutic capacity. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I have focused on those with a criminal history and substance use disorders during the last 3 years. My counseling style is non-judgmental and self determination focused. I believe that people change when they are ready and they make decisions the best way they know how. My approach combines cognitive-...

Steve Prentice

Utah

LCSW

Hello, my name is Steve, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years of experience providing therapy services. I have worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitalization and outpatient care settings. I received my undergraduate degree in Sociology and master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Utah. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Utah. My approach to therapy is client centered. I believe clients are the experts on their lives and determine the direction and depth of...

Michelle Hepworth

Utah

LMFT

Michelle Hepworth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Michelle earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University – Hawaii. She earned a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Texas and Utah, and has practiced professionally for over 12 years. She has worked extensively to help couples and families heal their relationships and to thrive with a renewed focus on love and connection. She also has considerable experience helping individuals ...

Casey Stillman

Utah

LCSW

Life can be hard. Despite that, and sometimes even because of that, life can also be fulfilling and rewarding. My goal, as a therapist, is to walk alongside you during difficult and painful times; to create a safe space to allow you to tell your story, process your experiences and learn coping skills to help you rise above life's challenges and be the best version of yourself. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Utah. I am open-minded and operate on a humanistic and systems-theory approach. I want to honor your innate uniqueness and help ...

Mandy Erickson

Utah

CMHC

Therapy is a very personal and intimate experience that we enter for different reasons. It provides a space to heal, explore, learn new skills, and receive support. WE have all envisioned some version of our ideal selves. Often times, our past hurts and experiences affect our lives so that we act out of a place of protection rather than authenticity. My priority is to help you meet your personal and life goals. I am flexible in my approach in that I value understanding individual needs in order to provide the most optimal treatment possible. I have been in the...

Dr. Sandra Smith

Utah

EdD, LCSW

Hi, I'm Sandy Smith (or Dr. Sandy). I have enjoyed working with people from all walks of life as they encounter challenges or roadblocks to finding joy and satisfaction in their lives, relationships and/or circumstances. I am a licensed therapist (LCSW) in Utah and California. I bring nearly 20 years of experience in counseling, coaching, and teaching college at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. I have worked in a variety of settings including family and trauma centered agencies, hospitals, (including a crisis team, emergency departments, maternity,...

Krista Carlson

Utah

LCSW

I am a social worker and counselor licensed in Idaho with over 7 years of experience. Living and practicing in a rural community has given me the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families on depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and much more. I find that a sense of humor, being myself, and taking genuine interest in others helps with forming connections that can be used to provide a safe place for people to share their stories and continue in their healing process. My approaches as a counselor include a so...