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I believe that we could heal the world if we would only first seek to heal ourselves. Some of the most life changing moments come when we decide to sit with our discomfort and ride that wave to healing. Though the pain and anguish can make these moments feel unconquerable, taking the steps toward your own healing allows these obstacles to become a period of transformation, growth, or liberation. Together we can explore your journey and the answers that you hold within.

If you have people pleasing or perfectionist tendencies, feel insecure in your relationships, struggle to be assertive, have issues with co-dependency, repeat unhealthy relationship patterns, have difficulty setting and keeping healthy boundaries, or have constant self-criticism and low self-esteem, I'd love to work with you. I use DBT, CBT, EMDR, and IFS and specialize in working with adults who either have or currently are experiencing relationship trauma, including childhood trauma, separation or divorce, difficult breakups, toxic relationships, workplace trauma, and parent-child issues.

“If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living.” -Gail Sheehy. Change is an inevitable part of life, but it can be uncomfortable and scary. In a safe, therapeutic partnership, change and growth become possible. I have worked in the mental health field in various capacities with individuals across the lifespan for 18 years. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s changes and challenges. I specialize in helping adults and teens experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, transitions, and terminal illness.

Do you or someone you know feel stuck? Overwhelmed? Stressed? Experience feelings of anxiety or depression? Experience difficult relationships? Struggling with life transitions or changes? Do you hope for better health and closer relationships for yourself, partner, or family member(s)? Life undoubtedly offers setbacks, obstacles, and crises. Reaching for support is health and courage. Healing, wellness, and personal or relationship development are possible. I offer a safe place to sit with you wherever you may find yourself, and I work with you to identify and cultivate your desires and goals with compassion and understanding.

The mind is the most powerful tool we have in this life. It determines everything we think and do. Within our mind is our "emotional blueprint" or the platform/lens to which we view our life and act in it. Our emotional blueprint is created and designed from the time we are born to now. Some of our emotional blueprints have been severely altered negatively at no fault of our own due to early or recent traumatic experiences or ill patterns developed since childhood. Unless we are able to identify those patterns and the wiring of our emotional blueprint, progress is limited and we find ourselves back to self defeating patterns.

The privilege of a lifetime is to become - Carl Jung. ..... Becoming who you truly are can be near impossible when you're struggling just to focus and get through the day. Therapy is very much a process of developing a relationship with someone you can truly trust who takes the time to really get to know you and what you’re going through. Treatment depends on the cause, which could be related to trauma, temperament, biology, and relationships to name a few. We will work together to identify what’s causing your distress and develop a plan to fit your individual needs.

I love what I do! I am a client centered therapist and believe there is no one perfect way to do therapy that fits for every person. Each client is unique and you are the expert on you. I view my job as helping to guide you through the healing process and giving you a safe place to feel your emotions and be yourself. I am dedicated to helping clients make the progress they want in their lives. In addition to a client-centered approach, I am also trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and other forms of therapy.

What truly drives me is my unwavering dedication to assisting others in their journey towards reducing suffering and finding fulfillment in life. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to discover what truly ignites their passion and expand on these moments of joy, especially during the toughest of times. I specialize in supporting adults of all ages on their journey to improve their overall quality of life. Utilizing a blend of therapeutic approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing,

Asking for help can be complicated as it is often associated with weakness. Life is rare without challenges; the challenges can sometimes become overwhelming, stressful, and difficult to cope with. Occasionally, we feel powerless towards past trauma and life difficulties. This can cause us to feel anxious, confused, or hopeless. However, going through life’s challenges alone can increase stress and cause us to feel trapped.

Life is a challenging adventure. I work best with people who are curious about getting unstuck and pursuing their goals. Whether it is stagnation in your career, challenges in your relationship, or anxiety about the many "what ifs" we face each day, asking questions and exploring possibilities provides a way forward. Learning more useful strategies to cope and engage with challenges will be a cornerstone of our work together.

A good therapeutic relationship holds a high level of confidence, allowing people to share all sides of themselves; their hopes and fears, wants and needs, dreams and doubts, their strengths and vulnerabilities. Good therapy provides awareness and new perspectives, helping people to place less focus on where they are and more importance on the direction they are moving. My passion as a therapist, is to provide a space for individuals, couples and families to learn, heal and grow on their unique journeys towards transformation and personal freedom.

Therapy with Kelly creates real, permanent change. She offers a safe relationship in which complex, deep-seated causes of depression, anxiety, trauma, and unhealthy relationships can be explored and understood, and links can be made to present-day experiences. Working in depth creates long-term outcomes including reduction of distressing symptoms, expanded capacity to think, greater freedom and choice about behaviors and responses, increased creativity, a sense of logic to emotions, improved overall health of the body, safer and more fulfilling relationships, and a more integrated sense of self.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of your emotions? Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of pain and struggle, unsure of how to break free? It's okay to admit that life can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. In fact, acknowledging the challenges you're facing is the first step towards healing and growth. I specialize in providing compassionate support to individuals who are grappling with the complexities of their inner world. Whether you're wrestling with past traumas, navigating difficult relationships, or feeling lost in the midst of life transitions, therapy can offer a safe space for exploration and healing.

I love meeting with people of all genders, beliefs and personalities! I specialize in treating adults with traumatic origins within organizations, families and relationships. My approach is unique: I see you as MORE than a diagnosis. You are human first. I meet you with dignity and without judgement. I'm open about my personal history with therapy and often solicit feedback from clients. I take a warm, human approach with a side of dark humor. Proud member of the LGBTQ Affirmative Therapists Guild of Utah.

Do you feel fearful, anxious, or depressed? Are you weighted down by feelings of shame and guilt? Do you feel like your relationships are struggling? Are you ready to make real, lasting changes in your life? For over 16 years I have been committed to working with people to reconnect with their true self by putting anger, anxiety, depression, shame, and trauma in its place and creating a place of peace and calm within themselves. We cannot control the world or other people. We CAN control what we do with our mind, body, and spirit to live the life we desire.

I've worked with clients from all walks of life, primarily teens, and young adults. My current focus utilizes aspects of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I'm EMDR trained and Gottman level 1 certified . With a somatic lens and trauma informed approach I enjoy working with clients experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, relationship issues, and trauma.

Life stressors and traumatic events can cause anxiety, depression, and other uncomfortable emotions. I work with teens and adults who seek to understand the “why” of their emotions and behaviors, and move away from feeling hopeless, exhausted, or numb. We will work together to help you better understand yourself, discuss hard topics, and build skills to experience healing and growth.

I cannot promise you that your trauma will magically be lifted off your shoulders after our first meeting… But what I can promise you, is that you have a strength within you that you are not seeing right now. While some of those challenges might never go away completely, they do not have to define who you are. You can learn to live with them and live a happy life full of joy.

I enjoy working with people from all walks of life to offer support and healing for people who are battling substance use and the co-occurring mental health challenges; those who have experienced trauma (PTSD), grief and loss, are experiencing chronic and terminal physical illness, anxiety, depression, personality disorders and difficulty with life-stage transition. I utilize person-centered and eclectic approaches to therapy seeking to understand the client’s needs and current life goals.