Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
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Piper Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
I understand that change is achieved through the creation of a safe, trusting relationship, making space to have your story heard, your strengths recognized, and your emotions witnessed. Creating that type of space requires lots of realness and a little time.
I understand that change is achieved through the creation of a safe, trusting relationship, making space to have your story heard, your strengths recognized, and your emotions witnessed. Creating that type of space requires lots of realness and a little time.
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Kym Couture
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP, SEP
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
My specialty is working to help people resolve past traumas and experience peace of mind. I use a variety of modalities including EMDR, Focusing Therapy, Psychodrama and Depth Psychology and others. Most important is to begin gaining relief from current anxiety or pain that interferes with your happiness today. I would be honored to support your journey.
My specialty is working to help people resolve past traumas and experience peace of mind. I use a variety of modalities including EMDR, Focusing Therapy, Psychodrama and Depth Psychology and others. Most important is to begin gaining relief from current anxiety or pain that interferes with your happiness today. I would be honored to support your journey.
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I believe we all can live a life full of joy, meaning, and intimacy. I also know that sometimes life presents us with challenges that get in the way and leave us feeling diconnected and out of balance. I specialize in helping adolescents, adults, couples and families work through their challenges in a relaxed and safe therapeutic environment, where you feel accepted and heard.
I believe we all can live a life full of joy, meaning, and intimacy. I also know that sometimes life presents us with challenges that get in the way and leave us feeling diconnected and out of balance. I specialize in helping adolescents, adults, couples and families work through their challenges in a relaxed and safe therapeutic environment, where you feel accepted and heard.
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Are you a teen or adult navigating life's challenging transitions? I specialize in helping teens and young adults through adolescence and new life chapters. I empower women to see menstruation and menopause as superpowers and embrace their life cycles. I also support all genders with perinatal mood disorders, including (in)fertility, pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and trauma. Additionally, I provide compassionate care for older clients and those in end-of-life stages. Let's work together to find strength, resilience, and peace on your journey.
Are you a teen or adult navigating life's challenging transitions? I specialize in helping teens and young adults through adolescence and new life chapters. I empower women to see menstruation and menopause as superpowers and embrace their life cycles. I also support all genders with perinatal mood disorders, including (in)fertility, pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and trauma. Additionally, I provide compassionate care for older clients and those in end-of-life stages. Let's work together to find strength, resilience, and peace on your journey.
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Kathleen Fitzwilliam Lakey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Therapy can be a significant help in finding relief from difficult feelings such as anger, grief, or sadness. Therapy is also an effective tool in finding solutions and confidence in difficult relationships, or with behaviors that you or a loved one may be struggling with. I acknowledge the courage it can take to seek assistance, as a therapist I always focus on clients strengths. I often work with adults coping with anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, or various types of PTSD. I take a special interest in working with various types of trauma, dissociation, and dissociative disorders in adults.
Therapy can be a significant help in finding relief from difficult feelings such as anger, grief, or sadness. Therapy is also an effective tool in finding solutions and confidence in difficult relationships, or with behaviors that you or a loved one may be struggling with. I acknowledge the courage it can take to seek assistance, as a therapist I always focus on clients strengths. I often work with adults coping with anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, or various types of PTSD. I take a special interest in working with various types of trauma, dissociation, and dissociative disorders in adults.
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Jessica Jensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
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.
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.
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Do you worry that you may be in a toxic relationship? Is your relationship filled with euphoric highs and devastating lows leaving you with a gut feeling that something is not right? Do you want to leave the relationship but feel trapped and don't know how? I have specialized training that can help you learn and identify how you are being emotionally manipulated as well as how to leave a toxic relationship. If you choose to stay we can work together to help you find healthy ways to cope with the ups and downs and patterns in the relationship.
Do you worry that you may be in a toxic relationship? Is your relationship filled with euphoric highs and devastating lows leaving you with a gut feeling that something is not right? Do you want to leave the relationship but feel trapped and don't know how? I have specialized training that can help you learn and identify how you are being emotionally manipulated as well as how to leave a toxic relationship. If you choose to stay we can work together to help you find healthy ways to cope with the ups and downs and patterns in the relationship.
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My identity as a person and clinician developed during my time at Randolph-Macon Woman's College where I lived among confident and intelligent women from all over the world. I learned the value of asking questions and began to understand the value of ambiguity in one's search for clarity. I believe there is goodness within us and that we deserve a chance to be our genuine selves in the presence of others. I aim to provide a safe space for self-expression and discovery. Clients are offered a confidential, non-judgmental environment where they are heard and understood.
My identity as a person and clinician developed during my time at Randolph-Macon Woman's College where I lived among confident and intelligent women from all over the world. I learned the value of asking questions and began to understand the value of ambiguity in one's search for clarity. I believe there is goodness within us and that we deserve a chance to be our genuine selves in the presence of others. I aim to provide a safe space for self-expression and discovery. Clients are offered a confidential, non-judgmental environment where they are heard and understood.
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Janna Marie McGaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
My therapy style is open, warm, and informal. My clients appreciate my humor and insight seasoned with straight-forward feedback designed to break through barriers to creating a meaningful life. For over 25 years I've helped people overcome blocks to create a life of possibilities including resolving old wounds, improving relationships, and enhancing professional development. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma, family of origin issues, and adjustment difficulties during life transitions.
My therapy style is open, warm, and informal. My clients appreciate my humor and insight seasoned with straight-forward feedback designed to break through barriers to creating a meaningful life. For over 25 years I've helped people overcome blocks to create a life of possibilities including resolving old wounds, improving relationships, and enhancing professional development. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma, family of origin issues, and adjustment difficulties during life transitions.
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Julie Warr Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, ASUDC, CYP-500
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Waitlist for new clients
My role as a therapist is to create a space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and emotions, as well as find healing solutions to issues you may be facing. These issues may be depression, anxiety, a life change, or past trauma that you may now find yourself courageous enough to face. I have experience working with adults who live with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, maternal mental health, addiction, first responders, faith transitions, and gender transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and sex positive.
My role as a therapist is to create a space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and emotions, as well as find healing solutions to issues you may be facing. These issues may be depression, anxiety, a life change, or past trauma that you may now find yourself courageous enough to face. I have experience working with adults who live with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, maternal mental health, addiction, first responders, faith transitions, and gender transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and sex positive.
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Hannah Eckert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
My passion is supporting those with neurodiverse traits. Whether you have a diagnosis of Autism/ADHD/etc. or just feel a little “out of step” with the world around you, I’m here to help. In working with me, you won’t find a stiff or reserved environment. I approach therapy with a sense of authenticity, humor, and the knowledge that none of us can navigate this wild world alone. I enjoy getting creative in providing a unique, personal experience for each one of my clients.
My passion is supporting those with neurodiverse traits. Whether you have a diagnosis of Autism/ADHD/etc. or just feel a little “out of step” with the world around you, I’m here to help. In working with me, you won’t find a stiff or reserved environment. I approach therapy with a sense of authenticity, humor, and the knowledge that none of us can navigate this wild world alone. I enjoy getting creative in providing a unique, personal experience for each one of my clients.
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Sara Hofmann
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84114 (Online Only)
I work with my clients utilizing a strengths-based, individualized approach to therapy. I use evidence-based strategies to help individuals across the lifespan learn new skills and empower themselves and their loved ones for effective change. I work with adolescents and adults on issues of anxiety, depression, academic and work difficulties, relationship concerns, life transitions, and general personal growth.
I work with my clients utilizing a strengths-based, individualized approach to therapy. I use evidence-based strategies to help individuals across the lifespan learn new skills and empower themselves and their loved ones for effective change. I work with adolescents and adults on issues of anxiety, depression, academic and work difficulties, relationship concerns, life transitions, and general personal growth.
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I work with folks who are struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people pleasing, shame, trauma, and grief—particularly those in early to middle adulthood who are navigating life transitions or experiencing a change in or loss of a relationship, role, or piece of their identity. I am also passionate about supporting athletes navigating mental health. Things my clients often say: “I don’t know myself very well (or like myself very much).” “I feel stuck in my job/relationship/role (and don’t know how to make a change).” “I’m going through a transition and feel overwhelmed.” “I feel disconnected from myself/others.”
I work with folks who are struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people pleasing, shame, trauma, and grief—particularly those in early to middle adulthood who are navigating life transitions or experiencing a change in or loss of a relationship, role, or piece of their identity. I am also passionate about supporting athletes navigating mental health. Things my clients often say: “I don’t know myself very well (or like myself very much).” “I feel stuck in my job/relationship/role (and don’t know how to make a change).” “I’m going through a transition and feel overwhelmed.” “I feel disconnected from myself/others.”
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As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, I work with my clients to understand their unique narrative and inner strength to meet them where they’re at. Trauma and its impact are far more common than many people believe. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, and/or overwhelm you may be dealing with symptoms of trauma. I believe in the power of resilience and the capacity for growth in every individual. My therapeutic style is empathetic, client-centered, and tailored to each person's unique needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to foster healing, self-discovery, and emotional well-being.
As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, I work with my clients to understand their unique narrative and inner strength to meet them where they’re at. Trauma and its impact are far more common than many people believe. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, and/or overwhelm you may be dealing with symptoms of trauma. I believe in the power of resilience and the capacity for growth in every individual. My therapeutic style is empathetic, client-centered, and tailored to each person's unique needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to foster healing, self-discovery, and emotional well-being.
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Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks? Tackling a relationship challenge? Curious about who you are and why you do the things you do? Counseling is a place to consider how life could look different for the better. I’m a relational therapist who invites clients to explore, practice, and refine their relational style to improve their well-being. My insight-oriented approach helps clients identify patterns across life domains impacting their present day-to-day. From there, client’s are empowered to choose: work toward behavior change, deepen their understanding of pattern development, or both.
Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks? Tackling a relationship challenge? Curious about who you are and why you do the things you do? Counseling is a place to consider how life could look different for the better. I’m a relational therapist who invites clients to explore, practice, and refine their relational style to improve their well-being. My insight-oriented approach helps clients identify patterns across life domains impacting their present day-to-day. From there, client’s are empowered to choose: work toward behavior change, deepen their understanding of pattern development, or both.
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Kaleidoscope of Creative Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84123 (Online Only)
Everyone has a sense of personal identify. How do you think about yourself? What is important to you? Identities are often imposed or at the very least encouraged by environmental or cultural forces. As a child, were you routinely told, "You can do it!,” or were you more often told; “You can’t do anything right?” The things we hear as children are usually the very things that create our sense of self. Early in life, sense of self is associated with security, protection, and acceptance. If our identity is strongly developed in the early years of life, this helps to protect us against the challenges in life.
Everyone has a sense of personal identify. How do you think about yourself? What is important to you? Identities are often imposed or at the very least encouraged by environmental or cultural forces. As a child, were you routinely told, "You can do it!,” or were you more often told; “You can’t do anything right?” The things we hear as children are usually the very things that create our sense of self. Early in life, sense of self is associated with security, protection, and acceptance. If our identity is strongly developed in the early years of life, this helps to protect us against the challenges in life.
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BeIng Human Community LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
With over 15 years of Ketamine Psychotherapy experience we are changing the face of ketamine care in Utah. We provide and advocate for safe, ethical, inclusive and high quality care.
With over 15 years of Ketamine Psychotherapy experience we are changing the face of ketamine care in Utah. We provide and advocate for safe, ethical, inclusive and high quality care.
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You’ve found yourself overwhelmed, lost, and are desperately searching for guidance toward relief. The challenges you’re facing are piling up and becoming more unmanageable. Difficult experiences have left you questioning whether its even possible you’ll ever recover. You can free yourself from old unhelpful patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can find new ways of being that can create a life that is in alignment with your truest needs and desires. It's possible to create the life you've been longing for and overcome the challenges that have stood as barriers in the way.
You’ve found yourself overwhelmed, lost, and are desperately searching for guidance toward relief. The challenges you’re facing are piling up and becoming more unmanageable. Difficult experiences have left you questioning whether its even possible you’ll ever recover. You can free yourself from old unhelpful patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can find new ways of being that can create a life that is in alignment with your truest needs and desires. It's possible to create the life you've been longing for and overcome the challenges that have stood as barriers in the way.
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To start, I am available for a consultation call to see if we are a good fit for one another. Being able to connect with your therapist is THE most important part of your journey. So, come with me on a journey of self discovery, one in which you will be free to be open and to be your authentic self. The road may be difficult at times, but I promise to walk beside you the entire way so that you always have a trusted person next to you, even if that means having to step into the dark together to find the light.
To start, I am available for a consultation call to see if we are a good fit for one another. Being able to connect with your therapist is THE most important part of your journey. So, come with me on a journey of self discovery, one in which you will be free to be open and to be your authentic self. The road may be difficult at times, but I promise to walk beside you the entire way so that you always have a trusted person next to you, even if that means having to step into the dark together to find the light.
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It takes courage to seek the help of a therapist. My primary concern when I first meet a client is to respond with empathy and sensitivity to the distress which brings you to my office. In an atmosphere of genuine safety and acceptance we can begin the process of collaborating to understand and resolve your concerns. I draw on a number of theoretical perspectives and more than 20 years of clinical experience to provide therapy that is as effective as possible, in a compassionate, confidential and comfortable setting.
It takes courage to seek the help of a therapist. My primary concern when I first meet a client is to respond with empathy and sensitivity to the distress which brings you to my office. In an atmosphere of genuine safety and acceptance we can begin the process of collaborating to understand and resolve your concerns. I draw on a number of theoretical perspectives and more than 20 years of clinical experience to provide therapy that is as effective as possible, in a compassionate, confidential and comfortable setting.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Self Esteem |
68% | Stress |
62% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
66% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
58% | SelectHealth |
How Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
71% | Female | |
28% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Salt Lake City?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.