Trauma Therapy in Utah

Specialized support using trauma-informed approaching, including ART and IFS, to help you find deeper healing.

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How does Trauma impact us?

If you’re looking for trauma therapy in Utah, you’ve come to the right place. I provide trauma counseling in Sandy, Utah for individuals working through past experiences, helping you safely process and move forward.

Trauma doesn’t always look the way people expect. It can show up as anxiety, emotional numbness, difficulty trusting others or feeling stuck in patterns in life that you can’t explain. If you’re struggling with emotions from a distressing event, seeking a trauma therapist can help reduce their intensity and bring peace. Trauma is unique to each person and can stem from any situation that creates lasting emotional distress.

Therapy can help you understand these responses and begin to make shifts.

You may benefit from trauma therapy if you:

  • Feel triggered by certain situations or memories

  • Have experienced verbal and or emotional abuse

  • Experienced sexual and or physical abuse

  • Struggle with emotional overwhelm or shutdown

  • Have difficulty feeling safe or connected

  • Notice patterns that don’t seem to change even with a high level of awareness

  • Have had a passing of a loved one

  • Lived through natural disasters

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What is Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)?

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a revolutionary form of therapy that aims to quickly relieve the symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. Unlike traditional talk therapies, ART incorporates techniques such as rapid eye movements (or any version of bilateral stimulation), similar to what you do in EMDR, to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories and emotions more effectively. The beauty of ART lies in its efficiency and effectiveness – many clients report significant improvements in as little as one to five sessions. It targets the body sensations that are associated with a triggering event and works toward desensitizing those feelings so you can feel relief from symptoms. By providing a safe and streamlined way to process difficult experiences, ART empowers individuals to overcome emotional barriers and live more fulfilling lives.

I offer trauma informed therapy in Sandy, Utah as well as virtual sessions across the state. If you’re ready to begin healing in a safe and supportive space, reach out to get started.

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What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic approach that views our inner selves as a system of various parts, each with its own thoughts, feelings, and motivations. Just like in a family, these parts can have different roles and sometimes conflicting needs. The goal of IFS is to help individuals understand and heal their inner parts to achieve a sense of balance, harmony, and self-awareness.

In an IFS session, you will work with a therapist to identify and communicate with these different parts of yourself in a safe and supportive space. By getting to know your inner parts and their underlying motivations, you can start to address any internal conflicts, heal past wounds, and ultimately achieve a deeper sense of self-compassion and wholeness.

IFS can help you gain a better understanding of your behaviors, emotions, and beliefs by exploring the internal dynamics that drive them. It can also empower you to take control of your reactions, make more conscious choices, and cultivate a sense of inner peace and resilience. If you're interested in exploring your inner world and creating positive change in your life, IFS may be a valuable tool for your personal growth and healing journey.

I offer trauma informed therapy in Sandy, Utah as well as virtual sessions across the state. If you’re ready to begin healing in a safe and supportive space, reach out to get started.