Find a Therapist in Salt Lake City, UT

Sammy Brown is a compassionate counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience. He works with individuals, couples, and families, providing crisis counseling with a focus on fostering healing and growth. As an avid advocate and ally for the LGBTQ++ community, Sammy approaches every client with love, acceptance, and sensitivity to their unique needs. Known for his sense of humor and positive attitude, he creates a comfortable and safe environment for therapy sessions. Sammy is deeply empathetic, understanding the challenges life can present, and is dedicated to helping others learn to love themselves and guiding them through their personal journeys toward a brighter future. Currently offering telehealth appointments, Sammy emphasizes building solid relationships with his clients, enabling them to move forward positively.

Terri Busch, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with a rich educational background, having graduated from the University of Utah in 1992. With a passion for helping diverse populations, Terri specializes in addressing women's issues, relationship dynamics, and the unique needs of transgender individuals. Her extensive experience allows her to effectively support teenagers, adults, and elders alike. Terri employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and the Gottman Method, among others. She is deeply committed to providing a safe and nurturing space for her clients, often integrating Trauma-Focused approaches and Family Systems therapy to foster healing and growth. With a person-centered focus, Terri's aim is to empower individuals and families to navigate their challenges and develop meaningful connections.

Jan Cendese, a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, brings decades of experience to her practice. With a rich educational background from the University of Utah, Jan specializes in providing therapeutic support to preteens, teens, adults, and elders facing issues such as depression, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety. Her diverse approach incorporates a wide array of therapy types including Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Somatic therapy, Coaching, and EMDR. Whether working with individuals or couples, Jan employs practices that are trauma-focused, emotionally focused, and mindful, ensuring each client's unique journey is met with understanding and care. Through her integrative and experiential methods, she empowers her clients to navigate their challenges and embrace healing in a nurturing environment.

Shelby Chantilly Alkire is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist, dedicated to supporting teens and adults through their journeys towards healing and self-discovery. With a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) and licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Shelby specializes in addressing top issues such as Depression, Trauma, PTSD, and Relationship Challenges. Her diverse therapeutic approach integrates various modalities including Coaching, Person-Centered therapy, EMDR, Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). By fostering a strength-based, relational, and psychodynamic environment, Shelby empowers her clients to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies, all the while nurturing a sense of connection and understanding. Through her commitment to individual therapy, she creates a safe space for personal growth and healing.

Cory Fehlberg, MA, LMFT, is a skilled Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in relationship issues and relational trauma. He supports adults and elders who navigate the complexities of their histories, including experiences of abuse, neglect, abandonment, betrayal, and loss. These unresolved experiences often manifest in various symptoms such as anxiety, depression, anger, and stress, or as compulsive behaviors like substance abuse, self-injury, or disordered eating. Cory’s compassionate and trauma-focused approach effectively addresses clients’ struggles with self-worth and feelings of isolation, as well as challenges in building trust and emotional intimacy in relationships. His expertise encompasses a range of therapy modalities, including family and marital therapy, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, and relational techniques. Cory engages with his clients in regular sessions, providing a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.

Dr. Pamela Fuller is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with over 29 years of experience in supporting adults through their most challenging moments. With credentials as a psychologist and a Ph.D., she specializes in helping individuals and families navigate issues such as coping skills, relationship dynamics, and parenting challenges. Pamela's therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in mindfulness-based practices, applied polyvagal theory, and relational neurobiology. She is also well-versed in compassion-focused therapy and employs culturally sensitive strategies to meet the unique needs of her clients. Her expertise spans multiple modalities, including couples, individuals, and family therapy, all while maintaining a strong focus on trauma and attachment-based techniques. With a warm and inviting presence, Dr. Fuller provides a safe space for personal growth and healing.

Heather Holmgren is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who specializes in guiding individuals and couples through life's challenges, helping them to transcend their past experiences and cultivate fulfilling relationships. She understands that many are seeking to overcome anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, including navigating divorce or significant life transitions. Heather creates a nurturing environment that fosters honesty and confidentiality, allowing her clients to express their concerns freely. She believes every individual possesses the potential for true happiness and an extraordinary relationship. By utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method, she tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Heather champions the idea that authenticity and self-acceptance are fundamental to embracing one’s identity, paving the way toward a vibrant life. Witnessing her clients’ incredible strength inspires her daily, and she feels honored to accompany them on their journeys toward lasting, positive change.

Kalli Kronmiller is a compassionate and dedicated Expressive Arts Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, and 200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor, who believes that healing is both real and attainable. With a deep understanding that suffering does not have to endure, she assists her clients in living authentically while fostering greater peace and meaningful connections with themselves and others. Through her expertise in increasing awareness and acceptance of emotions, as well as promoting somatic mindfulness, Kalli enhances the intricate mind-body-spirit connection crucial for healing. Her approach emphasizes nervous system regulation through reprocessing trauma and healing attachment wounds, guiding clients to express emotions through various mediums, including expressive arts, music, movement, and writing. Additionally, Kalli's methods involve reframing negative thoughts, building shame resilience, and nurturing self-compassion. Holding a Master’s degree in Expressive Arts Therapies and Mental Health Counseling, alongside a Masters of Family and Human Development, she is also proficient in a variety of therapeutic modalities such as EMDR, Theraplay, Sandtray Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Psychodrama. Kalli recognizes that navigating life's complexities can be daunting. She invites individuals to seek support on their personal journeys, offering guidance that is rooted in research-based practices, ultimately fostering relief and renewed confidence in oneself and one's capacity to navigate life's challenges.

Megan O'Brien, a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist, embodies the belief that, as the beloved Bruce Springsteen once said, engaging in therapy is about transforming the ghosts that haunt individuals into ancestors that accompany them. This profound work requires dedication and love, ultimately easing the burdens carried by future generations. With a life's purpose devoted to reducing suffering and guiding others toward healing emotional wounds, Megan employs evidence-based and transformative therapies like IFS and EMDR. She is passionate about fostering self-awareness and compassion in her clients, encouraging them to develop new strategies for navigating life's challenges. By integrating neurobiological research and evolutionary psychology theories into her treatment, Megan offers a sophisticated blend of nuanced and individualized therapy. Clients benefit from her unique approach, which prioritizes meaningful connection over generic worksheets and information. Currently, Megan is enhancing her expertise through a Certificate of Neuroscience program at UPenn, further expanding her therapeutic repertoire.

Brent Pace is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an MSW and LCSW. He recognizes that trauma is an unavoidable part of many lives but believes wholeheartedly in the potential for post-traumatic growth. Brent's goal is to help clients remove the barriers that prevent them from moving beyond their past experiences. Upon leaving his sessions, individuals often feel more empowered and capable of confronting life's challenges. He understands that finding the right therapist is crucial and emphasizes the significance of ‘fit,’ ensuring that clients feel affirmed and validated in their identities. Brent incorporates mindfulness into his practice, teaching clients to live in the moment and embrace life’s truths. By employing mind-body techniques, including meditative breath and guided movement, he aids in diminishing the effects of trauma. His admiration for clients’ resilience and courage inspires a collaborative healing environment. While Brent is not currently LDS, his extensive knowledge of Mormonism and its cultural and official perspectives—especially regarding LGBTQ+ issues—enables him to provide culturally sensitive support to all individuals seeking therapy.

James Bone is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families feel empowered to overcome their challenges. He believes that regardless of the issues at hand, everyone deserves to be treated holistically, with an emphasis on safety, confidentiality, and a non-judgmental attitude. His extensive experience in the therapeutic process has guided many toward a more fulfilling and joyous life. James recognizes that issues often surface in interconnected ways, and he approaches each case with a comprehensive evaluation of the human experience through a diverse array of treatment modalities. He prioritizes the therapeutic relationship, understanding that a good fit is essential for personal transformation. To initiate this collaborative journey, he offers a free half-hour consultation to explore what is best for each individual. For those in distress, James provides unwavering support with genuine empathy and unconditional positive regard.

Dr. Pamela Robison Awana is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, who passionately supports individuals of all ages, from preteens to adults. With a profound understanding of anxiety, emotional disturbances, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), she creates a safe and nurturing space for her clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, Dr. Awana tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each person, whether in individual, family, or group settings. Her compassionate nature, combined with her expertise in interpersonal and psychodynamic therapies, empowers her clients to foster resilience and promote personal growth.

Linnea Smith Noyes, PhD, is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to fostering authentic connections for her clients. She understands that our hearts crave genuine relationships with ourselves and others, and that sometimes, reactive patterns interfere with that connection, leading to emotional challenges such as anxiety, anger, insecurity, or depression. Linnea recognizes that these unregulated emotional states may stem from insufficient neural organization, but believes in the capacity for change and adaptation. In her practice, she focuses on effective interventions like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Focused EMDR, and Lifespan Integration Therapy, alongside deeply attuned listening. Linnea is committed to helping individuals, including preteens, teenagers, adults, and elders, gain freedom from difficult somatic and emotional experiences. She limits her practice to six clients each week, allowing her to provide specialized attention and care. In her online sessions, she emphasizes a collaborative approach to therapy, where specific issues can be addressed utilizing time-limited models determined mutually with her clients. Linnea's ability to integrate various modalities, including trauma-focused, humanistic, and expressive arts therapy, underscores her versatile and multicultural approach to mental health, enriching the therapeutic experience for those who seek her guidance.