Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
Some areas that I specialize in are: management of chronic illness/pain, adult and childhood trauma, depression and anxiety.
I don't know how to stop hurting. I don't know how to help him. I don't know how to get anything to change. Whether it is a problem you are experiencing with yourself, your child or another loved one many people have these thoughts. When the thoughts become overwhelming and impact your quality of life, it is time to change. Anais Nin wrote, "And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom."
Some areas that I specialize in are: management of chronic illness/pain, adult and childhood trauma, depression and anxiety.
I don't know how to stop hurting. I don't know how to help him. I don't know how to get anything to change. Whether it is a problem you are experiencing with yourself, your child or another loved one many people have these thoughts. When the thoughts become overwhelming and impact your quality of life, it is time to change. Anais Nin wrote, "And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom."
My areas of focus are trauma, women's issues, life transitions, relationship challenges, and spirituality.
My goal as a therapist is to help you live a more meaningful, vital and fulfilling life. Using mindfulness-based therapy, we will work together to help you gain a deeper level of awareness and understanding of yourself, process trauma, learn skills to reduce stress, handle painful feelings and thoughts more effectively, break self-defeating habits, overcome insecurity and self-doubt, ease life transitions and experience more satisfying personal relationships.
My areas of focus are trauma, women's issues, life transitions, relationship challenges, and spirituality.
My goal as a therapist is to help you live a more meaningful, vital and fulfilling life. Using mindfulness-based therapy, we will work together to help you gain a deeper level of awareness and understanding of yourself, process trauma, learn skills to reduce stress, handle painful feelings and thoughts more effectively, break self-defeating habits, overcome insecurity and self-doubt, ease life transitions and experience more satisfying personal relationships.
My practice specializes in helping those that are experiencing trauma and attachment disruption, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, a variety of women's issues, OCD & anxiety disorders.
The human experience can be challenging even without the impacts of depression, anxiety, shame, and external pressures. Through all the things you can’t control, your pain doesn't have to turn into long-term suffering if you seek help to heal, practice self discovery, and learn skills to carry you along life’s journey. You already have what it takes to create the life you want! My compassionate, down to earth, and authentic therapeutic style allows for an environment that offers safety and encourages change and growth.
My practice specializes in helping those that are experiencing trauma and attachment disruption, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, a variety of women's issues, OCD & anxiety disorders.
The human experience can be challenging even without the impacts of depression, anxiety, shame, and external pressures. Through all the things you can’t control, your pain doesn't have to turn into long-term suffering if you seek help to heal, practice self discovery, and learn skills to carry you along life’s journey. You already have what it takes to create the life you want! My compassionate, down to earth, and authentic therapeutic style allows for an environment that offers safety and encourages change and growth.
Erick Panike
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I work with trauma clients using a dynamic three-phase model as described by Dr.
I enjoy working with adults who are dealing with the after-effects of chronic trauma throughout childhood. This can mean high levels of emotional reactivity, intrusive memories of difficult past events, and difficulties in obtaining and maintaining important interpersonal relationships. My ideal client is looking for ways to feel safe and secure in the world and to, as Dr. Marsha Linehan would say, "build a life worth living." I also feel confident working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other interpersonal issues.
I work with trauma clients using a dynamic three-phase model as described by Dr.
I enjoy working with adults who are dealing with the after-effects of chronic trauma throughout childhood. This can mean high levels of emotional reactivity, intrusive memories of difficult past events, and difficulties in obtaining and maintaining important interpersonal relationships. My ideal client is looking for ways to feel safe and secure in the world and to, as Dr. Marsha Linehan would say, "build a life worth living." I also feel confident working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other interpersonal issues.
I use curiosity, research, and proven techniques to address addiction, trauma, and intimacy.
Greetings! I’m Ethan, a compassionate mental health therapist specializing in sexual and intimacy needs, trauma recovery, and building healthy relationships. With over 8 years of dedicated experience and specialized training, I’m here to guide you through the complexities of your journey with empathy and understanding. When I’m not in the therapy office you’ll find me outdoors exploring nature, cultivating balance and mindfulness on the yoga mat, and connecting with family and friends.
I use curiosity, research, and proven techniques to address addiction, trauma, and intimacy.
Greetings! I’m Ethan, a compassionate mental health therapist specializing in sexual and intimacy needs, trauma recovery, and building healthy relationships. With over 8 years of dedicated experience and specialized training, I’m here to guide you through the complexities of your journey with empathy and understanding. When I’m not in the therapy office you’ll find me outdoors exploring nature, cultivating balance and mindfulness on the yoga mat, and connecting with family and friends.
Aside from general mental health, I specialize in helping survivors of domestic violence and treating trauma in general.
My focus in therapy is on you and meeting you where you are at. I strive to ensure that your needs are being met and I am using the appropriate tools and approach to help you achieve your goals. I offer support for dealing with grief, healing from trauma, attachment issues, building support systems, creating healthy relationships, dealing with depression, anxiety, etc. Therapy can look very different depending on the person, so I strive to provide space to learn what my clients need and offer the tools and knowledge I have. You are in charge of your therapy.Please visit my website to get a more in-depth look at what I have to offer.
Aside from general mental health, I specialize in helping survivors of domestic violence and treating trauma in general.
My focus in therapy is on you and meeting you where you are at. I strive to ensure that your needs are being met and I am using the appropriate tools and approach to help you achieve your goals. I offer support for dealing with grief, healing from trauma, attachment issues, building support systems, creating healthy relationships, dealing with depression, anxiety, etc. Therapy can look very different depending on the person, so I strive to provide space to learn what my clients need and offer the tools and knowledge I have. You are in charge of your therapy.Please visit my website to get a more in-depth look at what I have to offer.
Since 2006 I have been working in the field of trauma treatment, and in 2013 I became licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of Utah.
As a trauma specialist, I work with my clients to heal the impact of distressing experiences. Trauma is much more common than most of us would like to believe. If you find that you often feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected you may be living with the impact of traumatic experiences. Together we will get to know your brain and nervous system, and find ways to manage these symptoms more effectively while we simultaneously work to better understand the experiences that caused them.
Since 2006 I have been working in the field of trauma treatment, and in 2013 I became licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of Utah.
As a trauma specialist, I work with my clients to heal the impact of distressing experiences. Trauma is much more common than most of us would like to believe. If you find that you often feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected you may be living with the impact of traumatic experiences. Together we will get to know your brain and nervous system, and find ways to manage these symptoms more effectively while we simultaneously work to better understand the experiences that caused them.
Mariah Rouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I provide specialized, trauma-informed services through Neurofeedback, EMDR, Gottman (Level I & II certified), and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach.
Do you often feel like you are not enough or unworthy? Do you lack a strong sense of self? Do you feel trapped in past experiences and find moving forward difficult? You are not alone! We often get stuck in past distressing experiences and develop coping skills that helped us at the time but no longer serve us in the best way possible. I am passionate about helping you learn about yourself and understand your experiences so you can thrive! I use a team approach to therapy. You and I will work together to face whatever challenges arise.
I provide specialized, trauma-informed services through Neurofeedback, EMDR, Gottman (Level I & II certified), and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach.
Do you often feel like you are not enough or unworthy? Do you lack a strong sense of self? Do you feel trapped in past experiences and find moving forward difficult? You are not alone! We often get stuck in past distressing experiences and develop coping skills that helped us at the time but no longer serve us in the best way possible. I am passionate about helping you learn about yourself and understand your experiences so you can thrive! I use a team approach to therapy. You and I will work together to face whatever challenges arise.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and have experience treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) symptoms.
I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship and shared goals with my clients. I focuses on creating an environment in which a person can empower themselves through sharing their lived experience and inner wisdom. I believe it is part of my role to help you find a personal healing path, guide when needed, and to help make powerful changes to coping mechanisms that you wish to shift.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and have experience treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) symptoms.
I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship and shared goals with my clients. I focuses on creating an environment in which a person can empower themselves through sharing their lived experience and inner wisdom. I believe it is part of my role to help you find a personal healing path, guide when needed, and to help make powerful changes to coping mechanisms that you wish to shift.
Mariah Peterson Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Whether it's trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, low or no self-esteem, identity issues or utter shame and guilt, you have a chance to heal and be who you are, or whoever you want to become! YOU Got This!.
For the most part we are all walking around pretending to be okay and hoping our positive affirmations, daily meditations, gratitude journal entries and the annoying latest push-up challenge will finally pay off with the bliss, confidence and motivation we see in our imaginary future selves. When in reality we might be feeling the cliché, "Hot MESS", which I will say has a certain je ne sais quoi about it. Right? The truth is we all have a core self who wants to be healed and has the power to do it!Yet it is almost impossible to do without true Connection, Compassion and Curiosity of who we really are.
Whether it's trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, low or no self-esteem, identity issues or utter shame and guilt, you have a chance to heal and be who you are, or whoever you want to become! YOU Got This!.
For the most part we are all walking around pretending to be okay and hoping our positive affirmations, daily meditations, gratitude journal entries and the annoying latest push-up challenge will finally pay off with the bliss, confidence and motivation we see in our imaginary future selves. When in reality we might be feeling the cliché, "Hot MESS", which I will say has a certain je ne sais quoi about it. Right? The truth is we all have a core self who wants to be healed and has the power to do it!Yet it is almost impossible to do without true Connection, Compassion and Curiosity of who we really are.
Valerie Leavitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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We all deserve a space where we can feel free to be open, to show our vulnerabilities, and to work through the barriers that prevent us from feeling whole. I utilize my counseling skills and various modalities to create a safe environment for those suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and the challenges of life transitions. I help those with whom I work identify any habits, such as addictions to drugs, food, self-harm, or white noise, which may be interfering with their efforts to overcome suffering.
We all deserve a space where we can feel free to be open, to show our vulnerabilities, and to work through the barriers that prevent us from feeling whole. I utilize my counseling skills and various modalities to create a safe environment for those suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and the challenges of life transitions. I help those with whom I work identify any habits, such as addictions to drugs, food, self-harm, or white noise, which may be interfering with their efforts to overcome suffering.
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I specialize in addressing a range of challenges which include: Marriage & Couples Counseling, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Suicidal Ideation/Self Harm, Parenting, and Faith Crisis/Transition.
Are you ready to embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment? If so, you're in the right place. I'm here to guide and support you as you navigate life's challenges and unlock your true potential. My career as a therapist was inspired by my own struggles, and the transformation I experienced ignited my commitment to supporting others on their paths to healing and growth. I believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from embracing vulnerability. If you're committed to personal growth and ready to work together, we can achieve incredible results.
I specialize in addressing a range of challenges which include: Marriage & Couples Counseling, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Suicidal Ideation/Self Harm, Parenting, and Faith Crisis/Transition.
Are you ready to embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment? If so, you're in the right place. I'm here to guide and support you as you navigate life's challenges and unlock your true potential. My career as a therapist was inspired by my own struggles, and the transformation I experienced ignited my commitment to supporting others on their paths to healing and growth. I believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from embracing vulnerability. If you're committed to personal growth and ready to work together, we can achieve incredible results.
Some of those include: Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Parts Work Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and others.
I am here to help you connect and accept yourself in a way that allows you to understand self and live in alignment with your values and goals. I am an EMDR/IFS trauma informed provider and utilize mindfulness based ACT and CBT techniques for clients. I meet people where they are and believe there is always an important reason you are there. I provide a judgement-free and safe environment where you can be open and honest with me and more importantly, with yourself.
Some of those include: Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Parts Work Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and others.
I am here to help you connect and accept yourself in a way that allows you to understand self and live in alignment with your values and goals. I am an EMDR/IFS trauma informed provider and utilize mindfulness based ACT and CBT techniques for clients. I meet people where they are and believe there is always an important reason you are there. I provide a judgement-free and safe environment where you can be open and honest with me and more importantly, with yourself.
I am EMDR certified and CPY-500 for trauma treatment.
Are you feeling unsettled? Do the relationships around you feel difficult to navigate? Maybe the relationship you have with yourself or your body is hurtful. I can help you find confidence and clarity as you navigate the transitions of life > divorce, spousal betrayal, death of a loved one, midlife. Have hope. Healing wounds from the past and evolving through change will bring you meaning, purpose and strength.
I am EMDR certified and CPY-500 for trauma treatment.
Are you feeling unsettled? Do the relationships around you feel difficult to navigate? Maybe the relationship you have with yourself or your body is hurtful. I can help you find confidence and clarity as you navigate the transitions of life > divorce, spousal betrayal, death of a loved one, midlife. Have hope. Healing wounds from the past and evolving through change will bring you meaning, purpose and strength.
Kimberly Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
I am experienced in working with trauma, living with chronic illness, depression, relationship dynamics, anxiety, oppression and life transitions.
Hello there, welcome! You have taken a courageous first step. I understand that each of our path's to healing are different and unique. I am devoted to helping individuals explore and navigate these paths in order to have the best outcome, to heal, enjoy life, and gain a better understanding and love of self. You are capable of having the life you want. I am here to help in your healing process. I strongly believe that with a good therapeutic relationship, change is possible.
I am experienced in working with trauma, living with chronic illness, depression, relationship dynamics, anxiety, oppression and life transitions.
Hello there, welcome! You have taken a courageous first step. I understand that each of our path's to healing are different and unique. I am devoted to helping individuals explore and navigate these paths in order to have the best outcome, to heal, enjoy life, and gain a better understanding and love of self. You are capable of having the life you want. I am here to help in your healing process. I strongly believe that with a good therapeutic relationship, change is possible.
The primary modalities I use in my practice include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment-based Psychotherapy, Somatics and more.
I am happy that you are taking the next step towards finding healing for yourself. No matter what brings you to the search for a therapist, I hope you realize that you deserve to be seen, heard, and given a space to store your deepest desires, pains, and joys in life. I strive to work from an anti-oppressive lens, acknowledging the significant impact of interpersonal, systemic and intergenerational trauma. I come from a person-center, trauma-informed approach to highlight your innate resiliency in our work together. I work with adults, couples and adolescents treating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, ADHD and more.
The primary modalities I use in my practice include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment-based Psychotherapy, Somatics and more.
I am happy that you are taking the next step towards finding healing for yourself. No matter what brings you to the search for a therapist, I hope you realize that you deserve to be seen, heard, and given a space to store your deepest desires, pains, and joys in life. I strive to work from an anti-oppressive lens, acknowledging the significant impact of interpersonal, systemic and intergenerational trauma. I come from a person-center, trauma-informed approach to highlight your innate resiliency in our work together. I work with adults, couples and adolescents treating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, ADHD and more.
Kaelan Herrera
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSWI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I believe in a holistic, trauma informed approach to therapy.
I'm so glad you're here, this is a big step towards healing. It’s completely normal to struggle with mental health. Life’s challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed. In therapy, you can learn to identify and regulate your emotions, process trauma, bring awareness to the mindsets that no longer serve you, heal relationships, deconstruct and challenge gender roles, and learn to find peace amid stress. I want to meet you where you’re at, hold space for you with compassion, non judgment, and cultural sensitivity so you can discover and embody your true self, realign with your values, grow, and find empowerment.
I believe in a holistic, trauma informed approach to therapy.
I'm so glad you're here, this is a big step towards healing. It’s completely normal to struggle with mental health. Life’s challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed. In therapy, you can learn to identify and regulate your emotions, process trauma, bring awareness to the mindsets that no longer serve you, heal relationships, deconstruct and challenge gender roles, and learn to find peace amid stress. I want to meet you where you’re at, hold space for you with compassion, non judgment, and cultural sensitivity so you can discover and embody your true self, realign with your values, grow, and find empowerment.
My therapeutic style focuses on assisting clients through their struggles by leading from behind. I have assisted clients of all ages that are working through anxiety, depression, various types of trauma, faith transitions, and sexuality and gender issues. I focus on priorities in my clients' lives and work at their pace to make the therapeutic process as beneficial as possible for them.
My therapeutic style focuses on assisting clients through their struggles by leading from behind. I have assisted clients of all ages that are working through anxiety, depression, various types of trauma, faith transitions, and sexuality and gender issues. I focus on priorities in my clients' lives and work at their pace to make the therapeutic process as beneficial as possible for them.
As a trauma specialist, I use modalities like EMDR, IFS, CBT, ketamine assisted psychotherapy and somatic practices blended with coaching techniques to help my clients heal, get unstuck and spot results in each and every session.
I am a licensed therapist + ICF certified executive life coach whose specialties include trauma and “therapy with a coaching edge” aka, therapy with something extra. Simply put, this method improves client outcomes by combining the healing and insight of therapy with the goal attainment and accountability of coaching.
As a trauma specialist, I use modalities like EMDR, IFS, CBT, ketamine assisted psychotherapy and somatic practices blended with coaching techniques to help my clients heal, get unstuck and spot results in each and every session.
I am a licensed therapist + ICF certified executive life coach whose specialties include trauma and “therapy with a coaching edge” aka, therapy with something extra. Simply put, this method improves client outcomes by combining the healing and insight of therapy with the goal attainment and accountability of coaching.
Hi, I'm Eileen! I'm a bi-cultural/bilingual therapist and dance artist based in SLC, UT. I've spent my career working with teens, adults, and families from many diverse backgrounds. The heart of my small private practice is to support those moving through depression, anxiety, trauma, cultural based identity experiences, and life transitions. My personal and professional experience has led me to develop an approach to healing that emphasizes the connection between the mind and the body. My hope is to maintain an equitable and inclusive practice by focusing on the strengths & interests of each unique individual I work with.
Hi, I'm Eileen! I'm a bi-cultural/bilingual therapist and dance artist based in SLC, UT. I've spent my career working with teens, adults, and families from many diverse backgrounds. The heart of my small private practice is to support those moving through depression, anxiety, trauma, cultural based identity experiences, and life transitions. My personal and professional experience has led me to develop an approach to healing that emphasizes the connection between the mind and the body. My hope is to maintain an equitable and inclusive practice by focusing on the strengths & interests of each unique individual I work with.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.