Mental Health Therapy in Utah

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Therapists in Utah

Tamra Priestley

Logan, Utah - Counselor
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Hi, there! My name is Tamra Priestley and I am a clinical mental health counselor (CMHC) living in Utah. I am also a Life Coach, specializing in the essentials of self-mastery, and relationships. It is my passion to help people have successful relationships, first with themselves, and then with others. It has been a joy to help those who are seeking to learn skills necessary for successful relationships! Most people just don’t know how! I have also been privileged to help many individuals overcome the devastating effects of anxiety and depression. I experienced this devastation myself and no longer suffer from those emotions. I want to help you learn how to live more peaceful, productive, and happy lives. I have also worked with many individuals who have experienced pain from trauma and abuse in all the ways that can happen. This leads to lack of motivation, poor self-esteem, lack of confidence, depression and anxiety. Trauma and abuse may affect every part of your life until healing occurs. I want to help you heal those parts of your past. My experience includes working in three private practices (now my own) and for a company providing services to their employees, including first responders and law enforcement and their families. I have worked with the elderly experiencing end-of-life issues. I love working with people from all walks of life. Each person is so important! Drawing from my own experiences as a single parent, a son who has several challenges, adoption, divorce, abuse, and many other experiences helps me to utilize my professional training in a way that is personal and effective. I believe in homework that helps you grow beyond the sessions. I welcome the opportunity to help you in your current challenges to find meaning and purpose, learn new skills, and experience a healed and happier life!

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Lani Ete

Taylorsville, Utah - Counselor
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I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I began my college education, located in a humble community of Laie, Hawaii where I was raised until the age of 21. After leaving my hometown, I completed my remaining undergraduate degree in psychology through distance learning and later earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2007 from the University of Phoenix. I currently practice via online telehealth only and have done so since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. My therapy approach is eclectic, meaning I combine different therapeutic approaches based on the presenting concerns and goals that are adapted to the needs of the person via the use of cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, brief therapy and solution-focused therapy with particular attention to the psychoanalytic processes, which emphasizes how life events and relationship experiences both past and present may be affecting your current relationships, issues and/or circumstances. What I can bring to the counseling environment to help you with this is a style that I believe to be approachable and warm so that my patients are able to 1) actively process and explore, 2) find their way, 3) learn about themselves and 4) grow to be directors of their life. In short, to help you have the most successful experience in counseling it is important to me that we work together in establishing what your needs are and how I can be of most benefit to you. With that comes responsibility for your mental health and dedication of your time to your mental health needs. To be more specific, I ask that you not just do therapy sessions once a week for 30-45 minutes but that also be proactive and committed with working on your mental health needs outside of therapy as well via homework that is completed in a timely manner as opposed to completing it right before your sessions as I need time to look over said homework and cannot do this effectively when it is sent back the day of. I am genuinely interested in what brings you to therapy and hope that you would feel comfortable working with me as I look forward to working with you. Lani

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Tamra Zeller

Salt Lake City, Utah - Counselor
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I believe that that the value of therapy is having an objective person's eyes and ears on your struggles and that the process can help you move forward when you are feeling "stuck." Identifying your strengths and ideal solutions are part of a treatment plan that helps us stay focused and determine how effective therapy is in your life. Additionally, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy mode I use to discover what thoughts, feelings and belief systems are at play in feeling "stuck," and produces new ideas about approaching your issues. I am now very excited about implementing the use of a fairly new mode of therapy known as "ACT" that stands for "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy". People walk through this self-discovery process not because it's easy, but to feel better, lighter and more effective in navigating their lives. For the best therapeutic outcome, there needs to be trust and respect between the client and the therapist. I encourage any and all questions to see if we could be a good fit! I have recently decided to add to my bio by specifically letting potential clients know that most of my professional career as a therapist has been in working with sex offenders, their families and victims, as well as having expertise in domestic violence issues. Extreme/ toxic emotional abuse issues are becoming very common and there are now clearly defined cycles of those types of abuse. There seems to be a growing need for attention to these specific problems and a need for a professional who has a lot of experience in addressing these issues. It should also be noted that if someone is in need of sex offender therapy, they must have successfully completed a legally recognized program first. In my private time I enjoy growing organic gardens and cooking with the results, playing outdoors in every season- skiing, camping, hiking, kayaking, and love playing and hiking with my new dog (rescue), Blue. I look forward to meeting you and helping you to discover healthier and more authentic ways of relating to people, but especially ourselves.

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Mental Health in Utah

In 2023, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services reported that around 24% of state residents experienced at least seven days of poor mental health each month. This concern was most prevalent among lower-income individuals and older adults.

While the Beehive State has seen its share of challenges in this realm, the silver lining is that mental wellness among young people and teens seems to be improving. A 2023 CDC study showed that while 37% of teens still report feeling hopeless or sad for at least two consecutive weeks out of the year, that number is down from 2021, when 41.5% of this age group was struggling in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Several agencies, including the Utah Hospital Association (UHA) and the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) have come together to form the Utah Behavioral Health Coalition. This group is working to fast-track physical and behavioral health initiatives, improve access to care, and increase the number of mental healthcare providers across the state.

24%

Utah residents who experienced at least 7 days of poor mental health each month

37%

Of Utah teens report feeling hopeless or sad for at least two consecutive weeks out of the year

Free Mental Health Resources in Utah

NAMI Utah is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness providing residents with free weekly support groups where individuals can learn coping strategies and share recovery experiences. They lead educational workshops to teach families practical management skills, provide crisis referrals, and advocate for improved mental healthcare access in Utah.
Share Parents of Utah is an organization that supports Utah parents and families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. Through volunteer-driven bereavement care from fellow loss parents since 1983, the group offers in-hospital emotional support, memory creation (foot molds, photography, burial garments), grief support meetings for parents and extended families, educational workshops, and memorial events.
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Flourish Therapy delivers mental health services for Utah's LGBTQ+ community and allies. Residents can access individual therapy, virtual counseling for youth (6-18) and adults addressing gender identity, and support groups for grief, depression, and religious trauma. DBT skills training workshops, music, drama and play therapy are also alternatives offered.
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HealthyMinds Utah offers residents of the state free, anonymous mental health and substance use screening questionnaires. Through these tools, anyone can access research-based assessments to screen for conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and substance use disorders. Based on the results of the questionnaires, individuals can access resources to connect with relevant local help.
SafeUT is a tech resource offering 24/7 crisis intervention with licensed counselors for students, parents, educators, frontline workers, and National Guard members in Utah. Through secure and confidential chat and phone access, anyone in Utah can find a qualified ear to get mental health support, report bullying incidents, threats, and emergencies. The app is available on iOS and Android.
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Mobile Crisis Outreach Teams (MCOT) help Utah residents with 24/7 free face-to-face or virtual mental health responses to crises. These teams are composed of licensed clinicians and peer specialists who mobilize in unmarked vehicles to guarantee confidentiality. They provide crisis intervention, stabilization, follow-up support, and community resource referrals to prevent hospitalization.
Help Me Grow Utah provides free bilingual mental health and developmental support through a helpline for pregnant parents and families with children under 8 in Utah. They organize activities to strengthen parent-child bonds, perform developmental screenings, refer to parenting classes and therapy, and answer pregnancy and child development questions.
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Valley Behavioral Health is committed to Utah's well-being by delivering comprehensive mental health services for free or at low cost. Trained professionals offer autism support, medication management, diagnostic testing, daily living skills training, residential care, outpatient therapy, crisis support, and housing assistance. They serve adults, children, seniors, and residents with developmental disabilities or experiencing homelessness.
At UVU Community Mental Health Clinic, a team of supervised graduate students offers students and community members free mental health services. Individual, couples, family, and pre-marital counseling is available. The clinic also refers to local resources.
University of Utah Student Counseling Services is an initiative delivering free mental health services for UOnline students. Qualified professionals help students address common challenges such as anxiety, depression, academic concerns, and social difficulties. Individual and couple counseling, group therapy, remote workshops, psychiatric referrals, and faculty consultations are available.
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WATCH Program (Wasatch Assistance Team Counseling the Homeless) are program offering individuals in Utah County who are experiencing homelessness free mental health services. The initiative covers walk-in assessments, case management that connects individuals to Medicaid, individual and group therapy, medication management, housing assistance, and disability benefits.
Salt Lake Behavioral Health’s Strong Hope Military Program, in network with TRICARE, is an initiative that provides inpatient treatment for Utah service members and veterans with PTSD, trauma, and addiction. In an environment that understands military values, individuals can access evidence-based therapies, group and individual sessions, programs for gender-specific trauma needs, structured fitness activities, and recreational therapy.
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The Utah Crisis Line is a tool that offers permanent support for anyone in Utah experiencing any kind of mental health or substance use crisis. Compassionate personnel are trained to manage distressing situations and can connect callers to local resources for accessing prompt help. Its website also features links to multiple national crisis lines that can defuse critical emergencies.
Utah Veteran's Alliance is an online hub for Utah military members' mental health needs. The directory connects veterans in the community with transitional housing programs, VA healthcare facilities, confidential counseling, employment assistance through Department of Labor programs, legal clinics, nursing home options, and military discounts. 24/7 crisis support lines are available.
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LGBTQ.UT is a resource hub for Utah's LGBTQ community. The website is an online guide to finding local help across the state. Visitors can sort resources by geographical, categorical, or community-specific filtering options. Crisis intervention connections, support groups, mental and healthcare services facilities, LGBTQ literature, and podcast recommendations are available.
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