Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in 84003
Ashli Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Ashli utilizes her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Written Exposure Therapy (WET) for PTSD, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness.
Ashli is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and mental health therapist. Clinically, she provides mental health services in Utah County and virtually. Ashli specializes in Anxiety Disorders and Grief/Loss/Life Changes. Ashli brings deeply personal insight into just how debilitating struggles with anxiety and OCD can be. She uniquely understands the profound pain one experiences in the grips of these challenges. Because of this lived experience, a major focus in her clinical work is teaching evidenced-based Anxiety and OCD management.
Ashli utilizes her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Written Exposure Therapy (WET) for PTSD, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness.
Ashli is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and mental health therapist. Clinically, she provides mental health services in Utah County and virtually. Ashli specializes in Anxiety Disorders and Grief/Loss/Life Changes. Ashli brings deeply personal insight into just how debilitating struggles with anxiety and OCD can be. She uniquely understands the profound pain one experiences in the grips of these challenges. Because of this lived experience, a major focus in her clinical work is teaching evidenced-based Anxiety and OCD management.
Kayla Rawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Hello, I'm Kayla, a compassionate therapist specializing in treating OCD, trauma, and anxiety disorders. I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches to help clients find relief and healing. With a person-centered and strengths-based approach, we'll work together to explore your thoughts and emotions, develop practical coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, trauma, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, I'm here to provide a safe and confidential space for your healing.
Hello, I'm Kayla, a compassionate therapist specializing in treating OCD, trauma, and anxiety disorders. I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP), and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches to help clients find relief and healing. With a person-centered and strengths-based approach, we'll work together to explore your thoughts and emotions, develop practical coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, trauma, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, I'm here to provide a safe and confidential space for your healing.
Life brings with it challenges and stresses for all of us that, at times, make the journey seem frightening and hopeless. Anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and trauma find their way into ALL of our lives to one degree or another. When we experience such times, we long for a deeper connection with our loved ones but are unable to find it. The good news is that we don’t need to suffer alone and there IS hope for healing and connection!
Life brings with it challenges and stresses for all of us that, at times, make the journey seem frightening and hopeless. Anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and trauma find their way into ALL of our lives to one degree or another. When we experience such times, we long for a deeper connection with our loved ones but are unable to find it. The good news is that we don’t need to suffer alone and there IS hope for healing and connection!
Amanda Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating adults experiencing the effects of faith-related issues and/or sexual issues. Sex therapy may include addressing sexual shame, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual dysfunction, libido differences, and sexual trauma. I am affirming of queer, non-monogamous (ENM, polyamory, etc), and kinky clients. Faith/religious issues may include faith transitions, mixed-faith marriages, excessive guilt, OCD tendencies, and limiting core beliefs. I am affirming of clients' personal values related to their faith, wherever they are on the spectrum of belief.
I specialize in treating adults experiencing the effects of faith-related issues and/or sexual issues. Sex therapy may include addressing sexual shame, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual dysfunction, libido differences, and sexual trauma. I am affirming of queer, non-monogamous (ENM, polyamory, etc), and kinky clients. Faith/religious issues may include faith transitions, mixed-faith marriages, excessive guilt, OCD tendencies, and limiting core beliefs. I am affirming of clients' personal values related to their faith, wherever they are on the spectrum of belief.
Hello! My name is Juliane and I’m an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Through personal experience with loved ones struggling with addiction, abuse and divorce, I have learned pain in life is inevitable; I have also learned suffering is not. My passion is to support and help people to relieve as much suffering as possible through sharing tools to make life more manageable and meaningful, even through times of uncertainty and distress.
Hello! My name is Juliane and I’m an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Through personal experience with loved ones struggling with addiction, abuse and divorce, I have learned pain in life is inevitable; I have also learned suffering is not. My passion is to support and help people to relieve as much suffering as possible through sharing tools to make life more manageable and meaningful, even through times of uncertainty and distress.
Kylie Hoggan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Kylie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is Zest for Life Counseling’s Executive Director. Kylie completed a Masters in Social Work with Utah Valley University and is currently completing a doctor of social work degree with an emphasis in advanced clinical practice with the University of Kentucky. Kylie has spent majority of her professional career working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality, postnatal mood disorders and insecure attachment within the family unit.
Kylie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is Zest for Life Counseling’s Executive Director. Kylie completed a Masters in Social Work with Utah Valley University and is currently completing a doctor of social work degree with an emphasis in advanced clinical practice with the University of Kentucky. Kylie has spent majority of her professional career working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality, postnatal mood disorders and insecure attachment within the family unit.
Lucy has been trained in several clinical modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed interventions including TF-CBT. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health diagnoses.
Lucy has been trained in several clinical modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed interventions including TF-CBT. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health diagnoses.
We as people tend to become comfortable with behaviors that make us uncomfortable. As strange as it might sound, we are drawn to the easy and familiar instead of things that might be good for us. This is where anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction thrive. If you're reading this, you have already taken the first step toward becoming a better, more confident, and more satisfied version of yourself. If you are ready and committed to improving yourself, I am here to help you through your journey.
We as people tend to become comfortable with behaviors that make us uncomfortable. As strange as it might sound, we are drawn to the easy and familiar instead of things that might be good for us. This is where anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction thrive. If you're reading this, you have already taken the first step toward becoming a better, more confident, and more satisfied version of yourself. If you are ready and committed to improving yourself, I am here to help you through your journey.
I believe there is a space for everyone in therapy. No matter what challenge you are facing, you have a place in counseling. I am a supporter of awareness, acceptance, and different perceptions. There is much power in those tools and understanding them. Bring who you are to therapy, and I will help in every way possible to get you to a place of healing, self-love, and the discovery of the power of mental health. There is something to be said about struggle and what it does to a person, what it makes a person. With the correct tools, struggle does not have to define you.
I believe there is a space for everyone in therapy. No matter what challenge you are facing, you have a place in counseling. I am a supporter of awareness, acceptance, and different perceptions. There is much power in those tools and understanding them. Bring who you are to therapy, and I will help in every way possible to get you to a place of healing, self-love, and the discovery of the power of mental health. There is something to be said about struggle and what it does to a person, what it makes a person. With the correct tools, struggle does not have to define you.
Sarah Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highland, UT 84003
I help burned-out professionals and caregivers, anxious people with or without trauma, and people struggling with difficult relationships create purpose and meaning in their everyday lives. I know that mental and emotional challenges, while not always visible to an outside observer, can be incapacitating and that they often have a profound effect on a person’s ability to experience a fulfilling life. Therapy is about healing from painful past experiences, discovering strengths, challenging thinking, improving relationships, and ultimately creating new and rewarding ways of living.
I help burned-out professionals and caregivers, anxious people with or without trauma, and people struggling with difficult relationships create purpose and meaning in their everyday lives. I know that mental and emotional challenges, while not always visible to an outside observer, can be incapacitating and that they often have a profound effect on a person’s ability to experience a fulfilling life. Therapy is about healing from painful past experiences, discovering strengths, challenging thinking, improving relationships, and ultimately creating new and rewarding ways of living.
I specialize in children and adolescents addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I am a Certified Clinical Child and Adolescent Anxiety Treatment professional (CCATP-CA) and a Certified Specialist in Child and Adolescent Anger Management (CSAM-CA). I am EMDR trained. With my knowledge and experience in the field, I have worked with clients facing various challenges, including sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, trauma, witnessing domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, and depression.
I specialize in children and adolescents addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I am a Certified Clinical Child and Adolescent Anxiety Treatment professional (CCATP-CA) and a Certified Specialist in Child and Adolescent Anger Management (CSAM-CA). I am EMDR trained. With my knowledge and experience in the field, I have worked with clients facing various challenges, including sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, trauma, witnessing domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, and depression.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Healing takes place with connection of the mind, body, and soul. We are here to help guide the therapeutic process of growth, understanding, and healing in a safe environment of wisdom, empathy, and knowledge.
Healing takes place with connection of the mind, body, and soul. We are here to help guide the therapeutic process of growth, understanding, and healing in a safe environment of wisdom, empathy, and knowledge.
I believe in finding a way forward: through life changes, loss, anxiety, depression and other obstacles. I have worked with college students and adults for 20 years, offering optimism, understanding, and strategies for change. With a thorough background in evidence-based practices, current CBT-training, and focused training in OCD treatment, I have skills which can help clients move ahead.
I believe in finding a way forward: through life changes, loss, anxiety, depression and other obstacles. I have worked with college students and adults for 20 years, offering optimism, understanding, and strategies for change. With a thorough background in evidence-based practices, current CBT-training, and focused training in OCD treatment, I have skills which can help clients move ahead.
Therapy is a healing process I am honored to experience with my clients. I often treat people experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD or other trauma related issues including sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse, divorce issues, forgiveness, and/or other relationship issues. We work together to help you develop the skills and tools you need to overcome difficulties and find contentment and peace. I believe the healing and growth of a client is supported in a therapeutic relationship of genuineness, compassion, caring, and unconditional positive regard.
Therapy is a healing process I am honored to experience with my clients. I often treat people experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD or other trauma related issues including sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse, divorce issues, forgiveness, and/or other relationship issues. We work together to help you develop the skills and tools you need to overcome difficulties and find contentment and peace. I believe the healing and growth of a client is supported in a therapeutic relationship of genuineness, compassion, caring, and unconditional positive regard.
Whitney Hutchings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003 (Online Only)
Sometimes parts of our life can feel overwhelming and debilitating. It can be difficult to know who to turn to and what to do. I recognize how important it is to have someone to provide tools and techniques to reach a point of healing. My approach to therapeutic treatment is to work collaboratively with my clients. I have worked with adults, couples, college students, and teens with a range of experiences including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, marital or relationship issues, family relational concerns, grief support, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. No matter what you may be battling, there is hope for healing.
Sometimes parts of our life can feel overwhelming and debilitating. It can be difficult to know who to turn to and what to do. I recognize how important it is to have someone to provide tools and techniques to reach a point of healing. My approach to therapeutic treatment is to work collaboratively with my clients. I have worked with adults, couples, college students, and teens with a range of experiences including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, marital or relationship issues, family relational concerns, grief support, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. No matter what you may be battling, there is hope for healing.
Jen Cope
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My name is Jen Cope - I'm excited to meet you! I am honored to hear whatever we talk about within our four walls. I am ready to show up authentically and empathetically to your story. I was privileged to study at one of the top ten Marriage and Family Therapy programs in the country, so I feel confident in my abilities to meet you where you're at and for our collaborative work to bring positive changes in your life.
Hi! My name is Jen Cope - I'm excited to meet you! I am honored to hear whatever we talk about within our four walls. I am ready to show up authentically and empathetically to your story. I was privileged to study at one of the top ten Marriage and Family Therapy programs in the country, so I feel confident in my abilities to meet you where you're at and for our collaborative work to bring positive changes in your life.
Christine Pagano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
You know that space of feeling stuck between where you are currently and where you want to be? I love that messy, terrifying, and beautiful space. Even more, I love helping people navigate that space on their journey to more authenticity and joy. In my person-centered approach, I join you where you are now and bring various therapeutic strategies to assist you in moving toward your goals and the life you want.
You know that space of feeling stuck between where you are currently and where you want to be? I love that messy, terrifying, and beautiful space. Even more, I love helping people navigate that space on their journey to more authenticity and joy. In my person-centered approach, I join you where you are now and bring various therapeutic strategies to assist you in moving toward your goals and the life you want.
Celeste Esplin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I am a therapist because I believe everyone deserves to be truly seen, heard, and healed. Life might have taught you that you are unworthy, incapable, or unable to experience peace. I hope to guide you through your journey of healing and growth. I believe that the resources you need to find that peace and healing are inside of you–after all, you know yourself and your needs better than anyone. It can be hard to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I do my best to cultivate an environment where you feel safe to share not only your struggles, but also your joys and laughter.
I am a therapist because I believe everyone deserves to be truly seen, heard, and healed. Life might have taught you that you are unworthy, incapable, or unable to experience peace. I hope to guide you through your journey of healing and growth. I believe that the resources you need to find that peace and healing are inside of you–after all, you know yourself and your needs better than anyone. It can be hard to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I do my best to cultivate an environment where you feel safe to share not only your struggles, but also your joys and laughter.
I strive to be relationship focused in all I do as a counselor, even in my individual work. I believe the research and have observed how loneliness hurts: we thrive when connected and struggle when isolated. I utilize EFT and the Gottman Method with couples; I focus on family work with children because individual play therapy is often unhelpful, in the long-term; Filial Play Therapy and PCIT are my favorites models for parents with their children. I utilize ACT and Arbinger principles in most of my work. I foster connections with my clients but especially between clients and their people, including their spiritual Connection.
I strive to be relationship focused in all I do as a counselor, even in my individual work. I believe the research and have observed how loneliness hurts: we thrive when connected and struggle when isolated. I utilize EFT and the Gottman Method with couples; I focus on family work with children because individual play therapy is often unhelpful, in the long-term; Filial Play Therapy and PCIT are my favorites models for parents with their children. I utilize ACT and Arbinger principles in most of my work. I foster connections with my clients but especially between clients and their people, including their spiritual Connection.
Becky Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAED
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety can overwhelm us when a situation is important or meaningful. If it wasn't important, then anxiety wouldn't be there at all. When mental health is compromised, what is most important becomes affected, such as relationships, health, and spirituality. Somehow you've be able to push through until now. If you're exhausted, lost, and hopeless, I can help. We will work on gaining insight to understand what's going on in your life, and what to do about it. Often healing occurs along the way. You will use your strengths and gain skills. You CAN overcome what is holding you back. You CAN engage with the important parts of life again.
Anxiety can overwhelm us when a situation is important or meaningful. If it wasn't important, then anxiety wouldn't be there at all. When mental health is compromised, what is most important becomes affected, such as relationships, health, and spirituality. Somehow you've be able to push through until now. If you're exhausted, lost, and hopeless, I can help. We will work on gaining insight to understand what's going on in your life, and what to do about it. Often healing occurs along the way. You will use your strengths and gain skills. You CAN overcome what is holding you back. You CAN engage with the important parts of life again.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.