Therapists for Teens in Murray, UT

You may have come across my page because you or someone in your life seems to need something more. Life is heavy at times and having someone to assist in lightening the load is necessary. Whether you are an adult experiencing conflict with self, a teen or kid navigating behaviors and fitting in, or your concerns are more centered on racial identity or adoption identity, you feel I may be able to help. Growing is hard and each stage presents a different experience that sometimes we don't know how to navigate. When there is a place for healthy expression, exploration and empowerment, these areas can get easier.

I have extensive experience in play therapy, and I deeply understand its importance in helping children express themselves. I thoroughly enjoy incorporating therapeutic games, art, and creative mediums such as clay and playdough into my work with kids. Allowing children to express themselves in an alternative way allows for a safe environment to explore any difficulties or trauma they have experienced. No matter what your child is going through, I would love to support and guide them towards processing and growth.

Are you yearning to embrace your true self, free from constraints? Perhaps you're tired of feeling confined and diminished, craving guidance to unearth your life's purpose and amplify your inherent strengths. You seek a compassionate ally to navigate the complexities of your journey, to unravel past wounds, and empower your voice in a cacophonous world. Welcome.

When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My goal as a therapist is to elicit healing for people who have experienced these emotions come to surface and help them recognize how to work through their stressful thought processes. I work with clients who include adolescent teens, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe.

Society often tells us that we should have the answers for everything and showing any sign of struggle is a sign of weakness. I believe showing that you are struggling is a strength and that is it unrealistic to believe we can do it all on our own. Humans are built for connection, not solitude. Life can be full of beautiful and fun moments, and sometimes life can cause anxiety or stress as well that we may not know how to best handle.

One of the most challenging and stressful things we face in life are the emotional and behavioral problems of our children. These difficulties impact not only the success of the child but the overall happiness within our home, our marital relationships and life itself can become wearisome and unmanageable. We may begin to wonder if there is “hope” for improvement or even may feel like “what’s wrong with us.” In the effort to find relief or comfort, we may find ourselves drawn to self-defeating and even destructive behaviors that offer immediate yet temporary relief. There are other options. I offer just this to my clients.

One of the most important things we need in our own lives is balance. This is often difficult to achieve with life's constant demands on our time and energy. Without balance, life becomes wearisome and at times, unmanageable. We begin to wonder if there is meaning in our lives or even if it's "worth the trouble." In the effort to find relief or comfort, we may find ourselves drawn to self-defeating and even destructive behaviors that offer immediate yet temporary relief. There are other options, a different perspective may help. I offer just this to my clients.

It is so hard to watch someone you care about suffering. You want to get them back to feeling like themselves again. Your child, teen, or young adult will receive expert guidance and support as they face the challenges of trauma, depression, and anxiety. This hard time they are going through right now will not define them.

First and foremost, I want to thank you for choosing to seek help and for entrusting me with your mental health. It takes a lot of courage to reach out, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. I am a general mental health practitioner with experience providing therapy to a wide variety of clients with a focus on adolescent, teen and young adults. I use a client centered and strength based approach to treating clients with dignity and unconditional positive regard. We work with most major insurance companies and provide services on a sliding scale when needed.

“If your waiting for someone to believe in you, you’ll be waiting forever. You must believe in yourself.” …. Cher I want to understand you as your are and what your story is, not just what you are in counseling for. I build connections based on similarities or shared interests/knowledge/experiences/values. I am here to listen, be your support then help guide you to be happy with what looks back at you in the mirror. Having survived a near death experience, I learned about myself and was able to see my purpose in life. Therapy can heal by providing a safe space to feel held and supported while working through complex life events.

Adverse and traumatic events in life can leave us feeling unseen, unheard, and misunderstood. I believe healing begins when we become present with the pain and honor its existence. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma/post traumatic stress disorder, sex-abuse, betrayal trauma, trauma bonding, attachment issues, codependency, addictions/pornography/substance use, religious trauma, faith realignment/transition, LGBTQ+, same sex attraction, grief/bereavement, relational distress, emotional regulation, stress management, self-compassion, mindfulness, individuals, couples, and groups.

One of my core beliefs is that every individual can benefit from therapy and discover more about themselves. I am passionate about working with kids ages 9+, adolescents, young adults and parents. I acknowledge each stage of life can be difficult to navigate and I enjoy helping clients in life's transitions. Important challenges I aid in are anxiety, depression, self esteem and identity, LGBTQ concerns, conflict resolution, trauma, life transitions, faith transitions, and behavioral challenges. I am also passionate about working with athletes and understand the unique challenges that can come with playing a professional sport.

Welcome! I’m Gracie Lundquist, a clinical mental health counselor dedicated to helping children and their families navigate life’s challenges with a focus on empowerment, growth, and interpersonal connection. I specialize in working with children who experience behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, neurodiversity, and trauma.

My goal in therapy is to build a warm and effective relationship that helps us connect so that we can identify specific barriers that have distanced you from living the life you hope for. My approach to the therapeutic process is to meet you wherever you are at in your life. I am passionate about working with clients at their own speed, through their own healing journey. Together we will utilize a strengths-based approach to help discover what values matter most. As the client you are the expert, and I will be your guide to reclaiming the life you seek for yourself.

I enjoy helping families learn the skills of cooperation, compassion, and understanding to help the family unit work, communicate and grow with each other. I also work with couples with varying dynamics that are in a relationship. We work on restoring open and honest communication, breaking destructive patterns, and managing a relationship's different phases. I work to give the couples skills that they can take from the session into their daily lives; such as a deeper passion for each other and a greater sense of a more fulfilling relationship.

My goal is to create a welcoming and safe environment for individuals as they begin their healing process. Together we will utilize a strength-based perspective, creating an individualized approach that fosters growth, while respecting each client’s personal values and beliefs. I believe that each person’s path to healing is unique and should happen at a pace that feels comfortable and natural.

If you have never been through a high conflict divorce it is pretty hard to describe those feelings to others. You feel a loss of parenthood, having to constantly defend your right to have time with kids and sometimes even estrangement and alienation from the other parent. This financial, emotional, mental, and physical challenge is a lonely and burdensome process. I went through it alone and you do not have to. The Family Advocacy Center has been a dream of mine for a long time. Resources to guide you through traumatic times are nil to very few. I have a passion for what I do to strengthen the family as it changes.

Taking the first step towards therapy can be hard, and I will be here for you every step of the way! I believe we are all capable of making meaningful change in our lives. I strive to create a safe space for healing, balance, and wholeness in all aspects of life's journey, and I believe laughter can be part of our healing journey as well! My style is relationship-based, with person centered integration, so the therapy revolves around YOU and your needs!

Are you dealing with anxiety, stress, or sadness? Or is constant worrying making it difficult to get things done? If so, I get it. When you’re struggling with your mental health, sometimes just getting through the day is a challenge. Processing trauma can be even more difficult, especially when you feel like you’re tackling it alone. That’s where I come in. My name is Jae and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). As your therapist, it’s my job to help you through life's tough chapters and empower you to be your happiest, healthiest self.