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Dr. Todd Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.
Dr. Spencer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), an AAMFT approved supervisor and an owner and clinical director of Zest for Life Counseling. He has more than a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families. Dr. Spencer utilizes evidenced based practices and specializes in working with trauma, grief, and couples on the brink of divorce. Dr. Spencer completed a Bachelors degree in Family Studies from Weber State University, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University, and a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science also from Oklahoma State University.
(385) 304-4147 View (385) 304-4147
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Kerri Abney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
I believe that the body, mind & soul are intertwined. As a counselor & coach my purpose & goal is to inspire & empower you, teaching you the tools you need to interpret & respond to situations differently. I offer you the opportunity to learn different & new ways of understanding yourself & reasons for your feelings & thoughts. I will help you to see the situations you face as opportunities to grow & evolve. I will work closely & intently with you to encourage & offer focus & clarification on what steps to take to experience more peace, calm & good in life, improving you.
I believe that the body, mind & soul are intertwined. As a counselor & coach my purpose & goal is to inspire & empower you, teaching you the tools you need to interpret & respond to situations differently. I offer you the opportunity to learn different & new ways of understanding yourself & reasons for your feelings & thoughts. I will help you to see the situations you face as opportunities to grow & evolve. I will work closely & intently with you to encourage & offer focus & clarification on what steps to take to experience more peace, calm & good in life, improving you.
(801) 923-7596 View (801) 923-7596
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Christy Kane
Counselor, PsyD, CMHC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Each client who enters my office desires deeper personal connections, less stress and more hope. When tragedy strike, and you find yourself facing depression, anxiety, or dark thoughts, then I'd like you to begin a mental health journey with me. We're all part of the human condition and we have to learn how to keep our brains healthy and heal when needed.
Each client who enters my office desires deeper personal connections, less stress and more hope. When tragedy strike, and you find yourself facing depression, anxiety, or dark thoughts, then I'd like you to begin a mental health journey with me. We're all part of the human condition and we have to learn how to keep our brains healthy and heal when needed.
(385) 331-1232 View (385) 331-1232

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Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
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Verified Verified
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Lehi, UT 84043
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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WholeLife Emotional Wellness offers a unique, transformative and healing experience. Our clinicians are not only here to listen but also to empower you with lasting results. Have you been to therapy before but had a difficult time maintaining changes? We are here to help in a safe and calming atmosphere. We focus on treating the whole person, not just one aspect of your life. WholeLife specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, postpartum anxiety and depression, technology overuse problems, compulsions, self worth issues and much more. Let us help you heal and live your best (whole) life!
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Rae Oakley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
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Pleasant Grove, UT 84062  (Online Only)
Trauma and EMDR are my passions due to personal experiences with PTSD and the healing I’ve witnessed and experienced through EMDR. I have worked with individuals in a generalized practice experience including anxiety, depression, OCD, suicidality, childhood abuse, etc... Am gaining an increased skill level with those who have experienced PTSD, complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders (general), & Dissociative Identity Disorder. Attachment Theory, Adaptive Information Processing Model, Polyvagal Theory and Systems Theory are the bases from which I work.
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Verified Verified
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists

What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?

The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?

Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?

A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.

Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?

In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.