Humanistic Therapists in Layton, UT
Sam specializes in working with adults and adolescents as they navigate difficulties relating to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, and gender identity. Specified areas of expertise also include working with individuals seeking to build the skills necessary for effective communication so that they create and maintain healthy relationships, navigating life transitions, and managing social anxiety. He has been specifically trained in Motivational Interviewing, Mind-Body Bridging, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and approaches therapy from the humanistic, behavioral, and psychodynamic perspectives.
Sam specializes in working with adults and adolescents as they navigate difficulties relating to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, and gender identity. Specified areas of expertise also include working with individuals seeking to build the skills necessary for effective communication so that they create and maintain healthy relationships, navigating life transitions, and managing social anxiety. He has been specifically trained in Motivational Interviewing, Mind-Body Bridging, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and approaches therapy from the humanistic, behavioral, and psychodynamic perspectives.
I am a CSW dedicated to empathy and positivity. I graduated from the University of Utah and gained experience in the Burn Trauma ICU at the University of Utah Hospital, sparking my interest in trauma work. I have a positive and optimistic nature that I hope empowers clients to achieve their goals, regain hope, and build resilience. I value simplicity in life, mindfulness, and activities like hot yoga, skiing, paddle boarding, and cooking!
I am a CSW dedicated to empathy and positivity. I graduated from the University of Utah and gained experience in the Burn Trauma ICU at the University of Utah Hospital, sparking my interest in trauma work. I have a positive and optimistic nature that I hope empowers clients to achieve their goals, regain hope, and build resilience. I value simplicity in life, mindfulness, and activities like hot yoga, skiing, paddle boarding, and cooking!
Many people hold trauma from the past, which develops into negative core beliefs. These beliefs, when not explored and processed, can result in life choices that are not always the healthiest or most positive for continued growth. We will work together to process the trauma and allow you to live your most fulfilled and happy life. Together we can look at issues such as anxiety, grief, depression, and anger to pinpoint the cause of these painful emotions and work together to develop a new way of addressing these issues.
Many people hold trauma from the past, which develops into negative core beliefs. These beliefs, when not explored and processed, can result in life choices that are not always the healthiest or most positive for continued growth. We will work together to process the trauma and allow you to live your most fulfilled and happy life. Together we can look at issues such as anxiety, grief, depression, and anger to pinpoint the cause of these painful emotions and work together to develop a new way of addressing these issues.
Dr. Varela's primary objective is to help empower clients to view themselves as being capable of overcoming their presenting concerns. It is important for him to employ a collaborative approach and allow his clients to discuss their presenting concerns and generate ideas about how our work together will proceed. Dr. Varela encourages his clients to discuss changes they would like to make in their lives, emphasizing their individual abilities and strengths, and we work together to develop therapeutic goals and an effective treatment plan.
Dr. Varela's primary objective is to help empower clients to view themselves as being capable of overcoming their presenting concerns. It is important for him to employ a collaborative approach and allow his clients to discuss their presenting concerns and generate ideas about how our work together will proceed. Dr. Varela encourages his clients to discuss changes they would like to make in their lives, emphasizing their individual abilities and strengths, and we work together to develop therapeutic goals and an effective treatment plan.
Allison enjoys seeing clients who have felt that 'talk therapy' has not worked for them in the past, this is due to her conscious, somatic, and psychoeducational approach to treatment. She is trained in CBT, mindfulness work, EMDR, IFS and somatic work to create an individualized treatment for clients. Allison sees a variety of clients with needs ranging from major depression, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Religious transition/trauma, eating disorders, co dependency, transitional adjustments, behavioral addictions, and intrusive thoughts to many others.
Allison enjoys seeing clients who have felt that 'talk therapy' has not worked for them in the past, this is due to her conscious, somatic, and psychoeducational approach to treatment. She is trained in CBT, mindfulness work, EMDR, IFS and somatic work to create an individualized treatment for clients. Allison sees a variety of clients with needs ranging from major depression, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Religious transition/trauma, eating disorders, co dependency, transitional adjustments, behavioral addictions, and intrusive thoughts to many others.
I love what I do and feel honored to work with clients. My approach to therapy is collaborative, but you are the expert of your life. If you are struggling, feel stuck, or want to create change, I invite you to come and explore a new way of relating to yourself. Our work is rooted in the relationship we build together, built on your strengths and uniqueness. I am passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space where you can feel supported and understood. I aim to help you feel empowered, live freely and authentically, thrive in your relationships with yourself and others, and experience healing and change.
I love what I do and feel honored to work with clients. My approach to therapy is collaborative, but you are the expert of your life. If you are struggling, feel stuck, or want to create change, I invite you to come and explore a new way of relating to yourself. Our work is rooted in the relationship we build together, built on your strengths and uniqueness. I am passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space where you can feel supported and understood. I aim to help you feel empowered, live freely and authentically, thrive in your relationships with yourself and others, and experience healing and change.
The best part about being a therapist is seeing the positive emotional and physical responses my clients gain from therapy. I think of myself as a guide in helping people navigate challenges in their life. Everybody has challenges and obstacles they must face in their lifetime. But not one experience is the same. How we process our emotions, how and what we believe about ourselves and the world around us is as unique as we are. It’s an emotional fingerprint. I want to hear about the emotional fingerprints, both good and bad so I can better understand how to guide you away from the bad and onto a path of self-healing.
The best part about being a therapist is seeing the positive emotional and physical responses my clients gain from therapy. I think of myself as a guide in helping people navigate challenges in their life. Everybody has challenges and obstacles they must face in their lifetime. But not one experience is the same. How we process our emotions, how and what we believe about ourselves and the world around us is as unique as we are. It’s an emotional fingerprint. I want to hear about the emotional fingerprints, both good and bad so I can better understand how to guide you away from the bad and onto a path of self-healing.
I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of effective therapy, and I am committed to standing by you as you work through your challenges. My goal is to truly know and understand you as a person, so I can tailor the therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. You are the expert of your own experience—I’m here as a guide to empower you in making the changes you’re already capable of achieving!
I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of effective therapy, and I am committed to standing by you as you work through your challenges. My goal is to truly know and understand you as a person, so I can tailor the therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. You are the expert of your own experience—I’m here as a guide to empower you in making the changes you’re already capable of achieving!
At Golden Heart Therapy, we believe each person holds the key to their own inherent growth and change. We want to help you uncover those strengths. We can help with various challenges, including couple conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and more.
At Golden Heart Therapy, we believe each person holds the key to their own inherent growth and change. We want to help you uncover those strengths. We can help with various challenges, including couple conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and more.
Let's work together to sort out the negative spiral you are likely on and make progress with with typical issues like Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Relationships/Couples counseling. Working as a team, we can help you make lasting progress quickly. What sets me apart is I help almost every client focus on relationships and conflict issues. Problem relationships and difficult people you interact with are one of the biggest stress producers there are. Achieve success in this area and progress quickly follows in others. Lastly, you are my boss. I work for you. I want you to feel like this was time well spent.
Let's work together to sort out the negative spiral you are likely on and make progress with with typical issues like Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Relationships/Couples counseling. Working as a team, we can help you make lasting progress quickly. What sets me apart is I help almost every client focus on relationships and conflict issues. Problem relationships and difficult people you interact with are one of the biggest stress producers there are. Achieve success in this area and progress quickly follows in others. Lastly, you are my boss. I work for you. I want you to feel like this was time well spent.
I provide a supportive space where you're genuinely heard—whether you're navigating the hurdles of adolescence or seeking help with anxiety, family conflicts, or self-esteem challenges. Together, we can embark on a personalized journey toward healing, self-discovery, and resilience. Your goals are important, and I'm here to offer understanding and support as you navigate this path to well-being. Feel free to reach out; I'm here for you.
I provide a supportive space where you're genuinely heard—whether you're navigating the hurdles of adolescence or seeking help with anxiety, family conflicts, or self-esteem challenges. Together, we can embark on a personalized journey toward healing, self-discovery, and resilience. Your goals are important, and I'm here to offer understanding and support as you navigate this path to well-being. Feel free to reach out; I'm here for you.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
As humans, we are hard-wired for connection. Relationships shape beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world around us. These core beliefs influence our inner world (thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations) and our interactions with others.
As humans, we are hard-wired for connection. Relationships shape beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world around us. These core beliefs influence our inner world (thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations) and our interactions with others.
My purpose in working with clients, metaphorically speaking, is not to command another person's vessel; rather, to serve as a trusted navigator through uncertain waters. I support and protect my client's autonomy and purpose in discovering the best version of themselves through objectivity, self-discovery, and occasional service as a devil's advocate, if necessary; for example, "admit that you are weak... And then prove yourself wrong. Purposely and with passion."
My purpose in working with clients, metaphorically speaking, is not to command another person's vessel; rather, to serve as a trusted navigator through uncertain waters. I support and protect my client's autonomy and purpose in discovering the best version of themselves through objectivity, self-discovery, and occasional service as a devil's advocate, if necessary; for example, "admit that you are weak... And then prove yourself wrong. Purposely and with passion."
Lee Messersmith Counseling LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
My ideal client would be someone who is willing to acknowledge the need for help and growth in their life. The client will be willing to work hard and get through the situation instead of getting over the situation. The client will want to learn about all aspects of themselves and that getting there will be a journey that they will always remember.
My ideal client would be someone who is willing to acknowledge the need for help and growth in their life. The client will be willing to work hard and get through the situation instead of getting over the situation. The client will want to learn about all aspects of themselves and that getting there will be a journey that they will always remember.
Valerie Bentley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in creating a space where patients can feel safe to share who they really are and what they are experiencing. This allows them to naturally become aware of changes they want to make and gives them support as they explore those changes. I am honored to be invited to accompany patients on their healing journey and feel deep respect for those courageous enough to engage in the process of healing and changing their lives.
I specialize in creating a space where patients can feel safe to share who they really are and what they are experiencing. This allows them to naturally become aware of changes they want to make and gives them support as they explore those changes. I am honored to be invited to accompany patients on their healing journey and feel deep respect for those courageous enough to engage in the process of healing and changing their lives.
Now accepting clients. As a therapist I want to know you as a full person. I will then look at the methods I have studied to help you figure out the best path to treatment. I have worked with teenagers in crisis, couples needing assistance, parents struggling to connect, people with severe depression, those struggling with addiction, and much more. I am an LGBTQA+ ally. I have helped people deconstruct religious trauma. I have also helped with other types of abuse and trauma. I specialize in expressive arts therapeutic approaches, somatic approaches, and development of self-care and coping skills. I want to help you know your story.
Now accepting clients. As a therapist I want to know you as a full person. I will then look at the methods I have studied to help you figure out the best path to treatment. I have worked with teenagers in crisis, couples needing assistance, parents struggling to connect, people with severe depression, those struggling with addiction, and much more. I am an LGBTQA+ ally. I have helped people deconstruct religious trauma. I have also helped with other types of abuse and trauma. I specialize in expressive arts therapeutic approaches, somatic approaches, and development of self-care and coping skills. I want to help you know your story.
I firmly believe there is a function to our behavior. Sometimes it's obvious, sometimes not. And sometimes, while our behavior made sense at one time, maybe even to the point of saving our life, it is no longer serving us. We're all just doing the best that we can but sometimes the way we're coping leads to highly negative impacts on our body, mind, spirit, & relationships. A wise mentor once shared with me that our capacity for change comes from our ability (and willingness) to reflect. I seek to empower my clients to gain the tools and self-awareness they need in order to cultivate a sense of peace and personal agency.
I firmly believe there is a function to our behavior. Sometimes it's obvious, sometimes not. And sometimes, while our behavior made sense at one time, maybe even to the point of saving our life, it is no longer serving us. We're all just doing the best that we can but sometimes the way we're coping leads to highly negative impacts on our body, mind, spirit, & relationships. A wise mentor once shared with me that our capacity for change comes from our ability (and willingness) to reflect. I seek to empower my clients to gain the tools and self-awareness they need in order to cultivate a sense of peace and personal agency.
Abba Counseling Services offers a variety of bilingual and bicultural Spanish/English therapeutic techniques. Including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT ), motivational interviewing (MI) , and Reality Testing, therapy of the Center of the Person. We offer Immigration evaluations as well, U visa , Vawa Visa, T Visa, Hardship Waivers and Cancellation Removals.
Abba Counseling Services offers a variety of bilingual and bicultural Spanish/English therapeutic techniques. Including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT ), motivational interviewing (MI) , and Reality Testing, therapy of the Center of the Person. We offer Immigration evaluations as well, U visa , Vawa Visa, T Visa, Hardship Waivers and Cancellation Removals.
In the journey into adult life, there are inherent pressures associated with child development, including anxiety and the struggles with self-image. I entered the mental health field because I can empathize with these pressures and wanted to help others experiencing similar difficulties. I enjoyed being a support system to family and peers; also feeling that a key component to an effective support system is guidance to discover solutions, I translated that passion into my adult life.
In the journey into adult life, there are inherent pressures associated with child development, including anxiety and the struggles with self-image. I entered the mental health field because I can empathize with these pressures and wanted to help others experiencing similar difficulties. I enjoyed being a support system to family and peers; also feeling that a key component to an effective support system is guidance to discover solutions, I translated that passion into my adult life.
Julie Warr Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, ASUDC, CYP-500
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
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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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.