Depression Therapists in Cedar Hills, UT
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You desire effective strategies to manage your depression and anxiety to regain control of your life. You want to break free from the grip anxiety and depression have on you so you can find joy and fulfillment. You yearn for a more relaxed mind, healthier coping mechanisms, and emotional balance. Ultimately, you strive to rediscover inner strength and lead a happier life. I completely understand and can relate. Anxiety and depression can be debilitating so let me help you relax and release the grip it may have on you. It's possible, I would love to help you and show you how.
You desire effective strategies to manage your depression and anxiety to regain control of your life. You want to break free from the grip anxiety and depression have on you so you can find joy and fulfillment. You yearn for a more relaxed mind, healthier coping mechanisms, and emotional balance. Ultimately, you strive to rediscover inner strength and lead a happier life. I completely understand and can relate. Anxiety and depression can be debilitating so let me help you relax and release the grip it may have on you. It's possible, I would love to help you and show you how.
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Utah Family Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Hills, UT 84062
Anxiety sucks! I've watched anxiety almost destroy my children and their friends. Is anxiety controlling your life? I've put together a team of therapists that care about you and your situation. Did you know there are hundreds of ways to manage anxiety, stress, depression and compulsive behaviors? My team and I want to help you discover hope and acceptance while managing your anxiety. When you have the right tools and techniques in place, you can live life without fear and panic. We can help you find purpose in the midst of all the anxiety you're experiencing.
Anxiety sucks! I've watched anxiety almost destroy my children and their friends. Is anxiety controlling your life? I've put together a team of therapists that care about you and your situation. Did you know there are hundreds of ways to manage anxiety, stress, depression and compulsive behaviors? My team and I want to help you discover hope and acceptance while managing your anxiety. When you have the right tools and techniques in place, you can live life without fear and panic. We can help you find purpose in the midst of all the anxiety you're experiencing.
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I mostly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in my treatment as it has shown the most scientifically proven success in Depression & Anxiety disorders.
Before immigrating to the USA in 2016, I worked as a fully licensed, board certified Clinical Psychologist for 20 years doing consulting and research all over the world, in addition to running a very successful private practice. Registering in the USA I am currently a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) while I am working on getting my full Clinical Psychologist registration accepted in the state of Utah. I am passionate about seeing change and have the experience to know how to get there.
I mostly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in my treatment as it has shown the most scientifically proven success in Depression & Anxiety disorders.
Before immigrating to the USA in 2016, I worked as a fully licensed, board certified Clinical Psychologist for 20 years doing consulting and research all over the world, in addition to running a very successful private practice. Registering in the USA I am currently a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) while I am working on getting my full Clinical Psychologist registration accepted in the state of Utah. I am passionate about seeing change and have the experience to know how to get there.
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Jamie Zuromski
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Hills, UT 84062
I specialize in issues of psychosis, grief/loss, depression, family conflict, reunification, co-parenting, dual diagnosis, anxiety, and substance abuse/addiction.
Looking for someone to help put the hope back into your life? As a therapist, I enjoy working through those dark pieces we each have within ourselves and teaching others to lean into the discomfort without all the guilt and shame. I've lived a life that has forced me to befriend my own dark places, and walk with them in ways that are gifts, not burdens. I'd be honored to help you do the same. I myself am in recovery so I know how it feels to take the first step in healing. Even though it is hard, the reward is worth it.
I specialize in issues of psychosis, grief/loss, depression, family conflict, reunification, co-parenting, dual diagnosis, anxiety, and substance abuse/addiction.
Looking for someone to help put the hope back into your life? As a therapist, I enjoy working through those dark pieces we each have within ourselves and teaching others to lean into the discomfort without all the guilt and shame. I've lived a life that has forced me to befriend my own dark places, and walk with them in ways that are gifts, not burdens. I'd be honored to help you do the same. I myself am in recovery so I know how it feels to take the first step in healing. Even though it is hard, the reward is worth it.
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I bring hope, humor, and compassion into therapy with both individuals and couples. I believe deeply in our inherent strength and resilience as human beings. The thing I love most about being a therapist is having a front-row seat to witness people’s goodness, strength, and resilience in the face of adversity and challenges. I have experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, faith transitions, and addiction. I believe that people are fundamentally good and worthy and that virtually all of our “dysfunctions” are a result of our adaptation to adverse/traumatic experiences.
I bring hope, humor, and compassion into therapy with both individuals and couples. I believe deeply in our inherent strength and resilience as human beings. The thing I love most about being a therapist is having a front-row seat to witness people’s goodness, strength, and resilience in the face of adversity and challenges. I have experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, faith transitions, and addiction. I believe that people are fundamentally good and worthy and that virtually all of our “dysfunctions” are a result of our adaptation to adverse/traumatic experiences.
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Are you looking for a safe place to improve your life? I’d love to join you on that journey! I will meet you where you are and work with you to discover your road to healing. I am passionate about helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, body image, relationship with food, relational struggles, addiction, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with teens and adults and I have a huge passion for empowering women. I love working with trauma and am honored to be involved in this healing process with my clients. I love seeing the light in my client’s eyes when they realize there is more to life than how they have been living.
Are you looking for a safe place to improve your life? I’d love to join you on that journey! I will meet you where you are and work with you to discover your road to healing. I am passionate about helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, body image, relationship with food, relational struggles, addiction, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with teens and adults and I have a huge passion for empowering women. I love working with trauma and am honored to be involved in this healing process with my clients. I love seeing the light in my client’s eyes when they realize there is more to life than how they have been living.
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I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Welcome to Suncrest Counseling! We have a team of professionals who are ready to help you. We know that it's not easy facing life's issues, talking about them and learning to manage life differently. Our skilled staff provides years of experience and a one-stop counseling center offering many different therapy modalities and services. We are grateful to be included in your healing process. I personally take a whole person approach to counseling, where body, mind and spirit work together in harmony towards that healing.
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Nate Swapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Hey, my name is Nate. I take an integrative approach to Mental Health and Trauma Therapy. I have experience in many different aspects of the social work field working with many different populations. My passion lies in therapy as I find it a great privilege to accompany people on there journey to healing and happiness. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples dealing with a range of struggles including trauma anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress, grief , life transitions, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
Hey, my name is Nate. I take an integrative approach to Mental Health and Trauma Therapy. I have experience in many different aspects of the social work field working with many different populations. My passion lies in therapy as I find it a great privilege to accompany people on there journey to healing and happiness. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples dealing with a range of struggles including trauma anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress, grief , life transitions, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and spiritual exploration.
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Simone Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
By the end of each appointment with me, I want you to feel like you’ve been heard and that you’ve gained something valuable, whether that’s new coping skills or an improved sense of peace or strength. Your trauma is stored in your nervous system, so I utilize therapies like EMDR to work to relieve you of your burden. My training is in grief and trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, and suicidality. I provide trauma-focused therapy to support you as we work together to reach your goals.
By the end of each appointment with me, I want you to feel like you’ve been heard and that you’ve gained something valuable, whether that’s new coping skills or an improved sense of peace or strength. Your trauma is stored in your nervous system, so I utilize therapies like EMDR to work to relieve you of your burden. My training is in grief and trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, and suicidality. I provide trauma-focused therapy to support you as we work together to reach your goals.
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My clinical background includes working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, pornography addiction, and trauma.
There will be times in each of our lives when discouragement and difficulty become our reality. When you find yourself in these challenging chapters of your life know that hope and healing is possible. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe space for you to feel deeply heard and understood. I offer warmth, support, and compassion to my clients as well as the tools and resources to help you achieve personal growth and healing. I bring my personal life experiences and over a decade of training and practicing therapy to our work together.
My clinical background includes working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, pornography addiction, and trauma.
There will be times in each of our lives when discouragement and difficulty become our reality. When you find yourself in these challenging chapters of your life know that hope and healing is possible. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe space for you to feel deeply heard and understood. I offer warmth, support, and compassion to my clients as well as the tools and resources to help you achieve personal growth and healing. I bring my personal life experiences and over a decade of training and practicing therapy to our work together.
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Logan Staheli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS , LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Now accepting NEW Clients. In person and telehealth sessions available. I am trained in EMDR and Attachment EMDR. I can help with many issues including: depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, substance abuse, pornography addiction, and complex trauma. I use a variety of tools and techniques to ensure each client as a personally tailored experience. I am experienced in helping individuals, families and couples. I love working with Seniors! and the Elderly. If you've been struggling to climb out of your feelings of depression or anxiety, or have some trauma in your past please call, I can help. I look forward to meeting you.
Now accepting NEW Clients. In person and telehealth sessions available. I am trained in EMDR and Attachment EMDR. I can help with many issues including: depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, substance abuse, pornography addiction, and complex trauma. I use a variety of tools and techniques to ensure each client as a personally tailored experience. I am experienced in helping individuals, families and couples. I love working with Seniors! and the Elderly. If you've been struggling to climb out of your feelings of depression or anxiety, or have some trauma in your past please call, I can help. I look forward to meeting you.
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Whether you’re experiencing anxiety and depression, relationship issues, compulsive behaviors, grief and loss, or a faith transition, I’m here to listen.
Searching for a therapist is overwhelming. You want to find someone who you can trust in what is likely one of the most confusing times in your life. After all, a deep part of you is feeling broken and alone in the world. Your mind won’t give you a moment’s rest. You feel unsafe in your own body and uncomfortable in your own skin. Your relationships are suffering—and with all this going on, you're now expected to choose a therapist.
Whether you’re experiencing anxiety and depression, relationship issues, compulsive behaviors, grief and loss, or a faith transition, I’m here to listen.
Searching for a therapist is overwhelming. You want to find someone who you can trust in what is likely one of the most confusing times in your life. After all, a deep part of you is feeling broken and alone in the world. Your mind won’t give you a moment’s rest. You feel unsafe in your own body and uncomfortable in your own skin. Your relationships are suffering—and with all this going on, you're now expected to choose a therapist.
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Acadian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP, ACMHC
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Among our various providers, we represent nearly a century of professional counseling and therapy experience that includes anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, ADD/ADHD, behavioral disorders, addictive disorders (including substance abuse and pornography), divorce, blended families, interpersonal issues, grief/loss, assessments, EMDR,CT/CBT, EFT and DBT.
Our focus is to help you heal, become aware of your inner strengths, and progress. We achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and working with you on your plan.
Among our various providers, we represent nearly a century of professional counseling and therapy experience that includes anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, ADD/ADHD, behavioral disorders, addictive disorders (including substance abuse and pornography), divorce, blended families, interpersonal issues, grief/loss, assessments, EMDR,CT/CBT, EFT and DBT.
Our focus is to help you heal, become aware of your inner strengths, and progress. We achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and working with you on your plan.
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Natasha Carroll (LCSW) is passionate about helping others to understand themselves better, process their thoughts, regulate their emotions, and learn coping skills to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. Natasha has experience working with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, infertility, betrayal trauma, pornography issues, and marital problems. Natasha’s treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). She also speaks Portuguese fluently and is familiar with Hispanic culture.
Natasha Carroll (LCSW) is passionate about helping others to understand themselves better, process their thoughts, regulate their emotions, and learn coping skills to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. Natasha has experience working with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, infertility, betrayal trauma, pornography issues, and marital problems. Natasha’s treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). She also speaks Portuguese fluently and is familiar with Hispanic culture.
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I enjoy working with adults, teens and tweens in managing anxiety, depression, coping skills, anger management, grief, and impulse control.
Life is beautiful, but it can have many twists and turns along the way. At times, it may feel difficult to manage. If you find yourself searching for answers as you try to navigate your way through the challenges of life, I can help. I will provide a safe space for you to share your concerns and will work with you in finding answers to the issues you face. I am passionate about helping others thrive by giving them tools to successfully manage the highs and lows of life.
I enjoy working with adults, teens and tweens in managing anxiety, depression, coping skills, anger management, grief, and impulse control.
Life is beautiful, but it can have many twists and turns along the way. At times, it may feel difficult to manage. If you find yourself searching for answers as you try to navigate your way through the challenges of life, I can help. I will provide a safe space for you to share your concerns and will work with you in finding answers to the issues you face. I am passionate about helping others thrive by giving them tools to successfully manage the highs and lows of life.
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Anthony Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
I work with people struggling with a host of issues. Many of my clients over the years have had anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, addiction issues, and many more. Since I've been doing therapy since 2008, I have worked with more presenting problems than I can list. I enjoy working collaboratively with people to find a resolution to the problems that bring them to therapy. People often don't know what to look for in a therapist. The research is very consistent here. It says a strong therapeutic alliance is more likely to bring about the change that you are seeking than anything else. My clients find that when working with me.
I work with people struggling with a host of issues. Many of my clients over the years have had anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, addiction issues, and many more. Since I've been doing therapy since 2008, I have worked with more presenting problems than I can list. I enjoy working collaboratively with people to find a resolution to the problems that bring them to therapy. People often don't know what to look for in a therapist. The research is very consistent here. It says a strong therapeutic alliance is more likely to bring about the change that you are seeking than anything else. My clients find that when working with me.
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If you’re reading this, you’re probably experiencing a period of sadness, trial, loss, hopelessness, frustration, anger, relational struggles, feeling lost, or failure just to name a few. During these moments of turmoil, when we feel most vulnerable and isolated, asking for help may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. I am particularly passionate about helping people who are or have encountered trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, faith transformations, and the intersection of sexual orientation and religious experiences.
If you’re reading this, you’re probably experiencing a period of sadness, trial, loss, hopelessness, frustration, anger, relational struggles, feeling lost, or failure just to name a few. During these moments of turmoil, when we feel most vulnerable and isolated, asking for help may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. I am particularly passionate about helping people who are or have encountered trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, faith transformations, and the intersection of sexual orientation and religious experiences.
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Josh Sillitoe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
American Fork, UT 84003
I specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and marital conflict.
Whether you desire to eliminate the exhausting drag of worry, stress, and fear, or ignite the passion of motivation again in your life . . . I am here for you. We all want to feel alive, feel invigorated to achieve our greatest desires. There is more to life than just surviving. I believe in the human spirit to thrive and continually be transformed. Your past does not write the next chapter of your life.
I specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and marital conflict.
Whether you desire to eliminate the exhausting drag of worry, stress, and fear, or ignite the passion of motivation again in your life . . . I am here for you. We all want to feel alive, feel invigorated to achieve our greatest desires. There is more to life than just surviving. I believe in the human spirit to thrive and continually be transformed. Your past does not write the next chapter of your life.
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I work with clients who are struggling with depression and anxiety and other difficulties that are impacting their lives and relationships.
I have been a therapist for 30 years working with most areas of difficulty that impact a client's life. Sometime it feels like no one can understand you or your pain or can help. Often small adjustments are all that are needed to untap the answers and strengths that are inside. I believe in your ability to be able to use your strength. Partner with me to find a way to overcome the difficulty you are facing. If you are ready to make a change in your life lets get started.
I work with clients who are struggling with depression and anxiety and other difficulties that are impacting their lives and relationships.
I have been a therapist for 30 years working with most areas of difficulty that impact a client's life. Sometime it feels like no one can understand you or your pain or can help. Often small adjustments are all that are needed to untap the answers and strengths that are inside. I believe in your ability to be able to use your strength. Partner with me to find a way to overcome the difficulty you are facing. If you are ready to make a change in your life lets get started.
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I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples experiencing relational conflict, life transitions, coparenting, divorce/separation, faith crisis/transitions, and navigating the impact and symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and personality disorders. I use emotionally focused, EMDR, sandtray, psychoeducational, and experiential modalities rooted in attachment theory to support my clients in exploring their inner worlds and facilitate new ways to engage with themselves and others.
I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples experiencing relational conflict, life transitions, coparenting, divorce/separation, faith crisis/transitions, and navigating the impact and symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and personality disorders. I use emotionally focused, EMDR, sandtray, psychoeducational, and experiential modalities rooted in attachment theory to support my clients in exploring their inner worlds and facilitate new ways to engage with themselves and others.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.