Couples Counseling Therapists in Valley County, ID

Hello, I know for many people counseling can seem intimidating and overwhelming. I have worked with kids, teens, and adults of all ages, many of whom were skeptical and unsure about counseling initially. With these concerns in mind, I have been able to help people of various backgrounds and experiences process through anxiety, depression, addiction, relational conflicts, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and emotional regulation. No one person has the same journey or the same experiences, which is why I focus on meeting each person where they are at to work together towards their goals.

I am Laura Van Hook, LCSW with 22 years of social work experience in multiple settings including inpatient behavioral health, inpatient medical, crisis services, schools, and hospice. I am passionate about helping people live their best lives- whatever that looks like for them. I have years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, and trauma. I am also passionate about supporting individuals and families who are impacted by chronic medical conditions, disability, or grief and loss. My amazing team of therapists and case managers are ideally suited to help you meet your therapy goals.

Welcome to Therapy by Design! We are a group of passionate therapists and social workers working together to support clients in a comprehensive way. Our beautiful office is located Downtown Salt Lake City where we provide a peaceful and inclusive space with spectacular views of the valley to set the stage for healing and growth. We serve clients of all ages- children through all stages of adulthood. We are skilled in treating individuals with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, PTSD and substance use, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, at others. We offer limited case management services at no additional cost.

Life can be difficult... Stress from work, relationships, and other life experiences may leave a person feeling alone or lacking support. This stress often has adverse and unwanted effects on overall well-being and is important to address. The counseling relationship provides an opportunity to be supported in a safe environment with a counselor who is open, responsive, and accepting of you and your lived experiences. Counseling can be seen as a relational tool in working towards the life you've been wanting for yourself, whether it looks like managing mental health symptoms or realizing your goals.

It can often feel difficult to cultivate meaningful change in our lives, but I believe it is well worth the effort. Perhaps you are feeling perpetually stuck, scarred from past trauma, bogged down by negative narratives of yourself, or feeling disconnected and lost, but you are hoping to detach from these painful repeated patterns so that you can move forward with the things that are most important to you. Fortunately, you don't have to go the journey alone. Together, we can navigate the challenging path so that you can rediscover your authentic self, develop healthier relationships, embrace the present, and navigate the future.

I believe 80% of life is not about what happens to us, but instead is more about how we respond to it. Hence, it is not our problems that need the most help, but instead our solutions to those problems; it’s okay to be afraid. As a Behaviorist, I see "fear" of “something” as what drives our behaviors in life, i.e. fear in life demands control of life using a previously learned response. It is that perceived need for complete control where we tend to lose control of our most basic solutions and the need to respond differently arises; hence, we bring on change, with empathy for our vulnerabilities being at the forefront.

Whether you're navigating the complexities of depression, anxiety, or past trauma, a couple yearning for deeper connection and intimacy, or an individual in search of profound meaning and happiness beyond the surface – you're seen here. This is your space. Whatever you're going through, I'm delighted to meet you, ready to illuminate the patterns and beliefs that may be hindering your desired life. Let's embark on a journey to address your needs, uncover your goals, and bring clarity and wisdom to your path of healing and growth.

Taking a limited number of medication management patients with brief psychotherapy. Over 35 years of experience, 21 in private practice. Integrative in nature. Conservative with controlled substances. Passionate about helping the mentally ill!

As you look for a therapist you might feel very vulnerable, desperate, or fed up with your struggles. I want to help you, whatever your motivations are and however ready you are to change, whether you’re wondering if there’s a problem, you feel lost and confused, or you’re ready to change and you want to start today. At the beginning you might need a safe, accepting presence to help you view yourself clearly and with kindness. You might need someone to help you break free of painful patterns, sort out your feelings to make a tough decision, or make changes you keep trying to make but your efforts never seem to stick.