Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Nephi, UT

I graduated from Brigham Young University with a Masters of Education in School Psychology in 1994 and with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2003. As part of that training, I completed a doctoral level internship in clinical child psychology at Primary Children's Hospital. Since then, I have worked in a variety of settings, specializing in child psychology. The majority of my clinical experience has been in working with children who have been traumatized, but I feel comfortable treating the entire range of childhood psychiatric disorders. Overall, I have been working with emotionally/behaviorally challenged children for over 25 years.

You may be feeling stuck; if so, let's talk. I help adults experiencing depression, anxiety, or trauma using a variety of individually tailored approaches. I also help people who are going through life transitions, existential or spiritual crises, or difficulties that are hard to define.

My goal is to assist you in reaching your full potential so that you are able to live your most fulfilling life. I recognize that each person is unique and there is no “one-size fits all” approach to therapy, so I use an individualized, person-centered approach in working with my clients. We will work together to navigate life’s challenges and create a collaborative treatment plan by building upon your own natural strengths and resilience. I have experience working with a variety of different therapeutic models, and I primarily utilize a cognitive behavioral or dialectical behavioral approach in my work with clients.

I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) for large-scale or small-scale trauma. I use a holistic approach, focusing on the mind+body connection. I dip into other therapeutic modalities, depending on what is relevant to you.

Welcome to my corner of Psychology Today! I'm Sabina, a dedicated trauma therapist committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and resilience. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I specialize in addressing the complex aftermath of traumatic experiences, including sexual assault, sex trafficking, domestic violence, and betrayal trauma. In my practice, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space where survivors can explore their emotions, process their experiences, and develop coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.

At times you may feel broken. You’re different and as much as you try, you don’t feel like you fit in. You don’t even know where to begin but you are hoping to find healing and maybe even looking for a change. If any of this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing some kind of life transition, trauma, anxiety, or depression. It can be incredibly challenging and exhausting to face the mix of emotions and thoughts alone. You can find a safe space here and I will fully accept you as you are. Together we can explore ways to help you find the kind of life you want and deserve. I’d love to work with you and be a part of your journey.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and/or depression? Have you experienced major life changes or unresolved trauma? Are you feeling stuck? I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and understanding environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. I believe in meeting you where you are at. Everyone deserves compassion and understanding, regardless of their past or present struggles. I believe in the power of being truly seen and heard in the therapeutic process. While I have a range of experience, I have a passion for working with youth and young adults.

Amy has worked with a large number of children, teenagers, and adults both in outpatient mental health, residential treatment centers and in the public school system. She’s passionate about giving people the tools they need to make good decisions and to cope with difficult feelings and circumstances. She has experience treating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, substance use disorders, identity issues, LGBTQ communities, and faith transitions.

I support adults struggling with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, negative body-image / low self-esteem, and OCD while utilizing a variety of clinical approaches that are tailored to your specific needs. I also support individuals struggling within relationships and navigating feelings of loneliness.

We all experience difficult times. Keeping it together can be challenging and oftentimes working with a therapist is just what’s needed. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious and depressed, or you’ve been through a traumatic experience, therapy can help. If you're undergoing a major life change such as divorce, or faith transition, having someone you trust to talk with can make a big difference.

Do you feel stuck? Alone? Confused about how to move forward? I provide support to clients who experience mild to significant challenges with day to day activities, whether it be at work, school, home, or in relationships. If you’re going through a life transition, addressing impulsive behavior and/or addiction, or are just in need of some additional support, therapy can be a great change-agent to help you move toward your goals. I use a humanistic, client-centered focus in my therapeutic approach. I believe consistent, transparent and evidence based support is the most effective to help my clients progress through treatment.

We all experience life’s journey in unique ways. In every path we come across obstacles, form relationships, experience loss, misunderstanding, confusion, anger, and dismay. But we also experience happiness, hope, love and connection. We use these experiences to make meaning and find purpose. However, we, our relationships, and this world are constantly changing. It can be hard to communicate our true meaning or trust that when we do, we will be heard.

The clients I see are familiar with pain. They want life and/or relationships to be better. They often seek understanding of themselves and respond affirmatively to guidance, empathy, and support. They come to improve the way they see and treat themselves. They come to find and/or restore their inner resilience. They want to increase coping skills, develop self-compassion and courage, and enhance their interpersonal skill and confidence.