Let’s talk about therapy…
Some of the women I work with have never been to therapy before and truly don’t know what to expect. It feels intimidating to think about being vulnerable with a stranger. You might be looking into therapy because you are trying to improve or want to focus on becoming the best version of yourself. Maybe you don’t even know if therapy will help or if you actually need a therapist.
EVERYONE can benefit from therapy at some point in their life if it’s the right therapist for you. It doesn’t mean you can’t figure it all out on your own. I believe it’s easier and faster when you have someone there to help you sort it all out. If I know you, I know you are all about efficiency and working toward a goal. Therapy will get you to your goals faster than just trying to figure it out on your own.
One of the most important parts of therapy is your relationship with your therapist. Up to 70 percent of the reason people heal and get better is related to the connection and comfort they feel with their therapist. It’s important that you like your therapist and feel comfortable opening up.
Therapy isn’t something you need to go to for the rest of your life but I believe attending therapy consistently every week for several months will help you make more progress. My goal for you is to get feeling less anxious, more confident, improve your relationships with others, and not be as bothered by your past negative experiences.
Therapy sessions are confidential meaning that I’m not going to be talking about anything you have said to anyone else without your permission. I won’t even be able to tell anyone that I even know who you are. Even when I see you in the grocery store, I won’t give any indication that I know you, and it will likely be a little awkward :).
Therapists are required to keep brief records about the session but they typically are short and are only about the themes we discussed. They are electronic and secured through the electronic health record system. Part of the reason why I don’t take insurance is for your privacy and so there is not a trace that you’ve even been to therapy if that feels important to you.
What to expect in therapy with me…
Therapy sessions are 50 minutes and are most effective weekly
Show up exactly as you are, and what’s comfortable for you. Leggings, jeans, or your high school prom dress, whatever is going to make you feel at ease. I am most often seen in jeans so don’t expect a power suit or a dress ever.
Therapy generally works best when there’s a minimal distraction. It’s best if your kiddos are left at home. I get it though, having young children make it hard to come to therapy, which is one of the reasons I also offer video therapy sessions to make it more convenient.
I’m not going to blame your parents for all of your problems, in fact, I’m not going to blame anyone because that’s not helpful. I’m not afraid to get down to talk about the ugly stuff when you are ready. I won’t be pushy but know that I have a 100 percent track record of never freaking out when my clients tell me something they think will be shocking.
I am not the kind of therapist that will stare at you blankly while you speak. I also won’t be asking you, “how does that make you feel?” after everything you say. Although I am for sure going to help you identify your emotions in session. I’m a great listener but I am also willing to provide my outside perspective on your struggles if you find that helpful. If you want me to shut up for the entire 50 minutes I’m down with that too! Don’t feel that you have to know exactly what to talk about ahead of time or what it is you need help with right away. I can help guide you and collaborate with you to find some areas of your life that I can help you sort out.
I know how to laugh and have a great sense of humor so expect a good balance of this in our work together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do sessions cost and do you take insurance?
The session fee is $175 for a 50-minute session, and I am not in-network with insurance. I don’t take insurance to: protect my client’s privacy and confidentially. Insurances also require I give you a diagnosis and control the type of treatment you receive. I can provide you with a document known as a superbill you may submit to your insurance for reimbursement. I recommend checking in with your insurance first.
Will you help me lose weight?
I can understand and have a ton of compassion for a pretty normal desire to want to lose weight or change your body. I am not focused on helping you alter your body size but to help you heal emotionally. If weight loss is your main goal, I’m probably not the therapist for you. I operate from a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, which involves body respect and compassion regardless of your body size here.
Are you LDS?
I have addressed this more fully in a blog post you can find here. What I want to say to you now is that I am committed to helping YOU identify and live YOUR values completely regardless if we share them or not. This isn’t about me, and I pinky promise to be sensitive and honor what’s important to you. I’m here to make space for you and not let it be about me.
How often do I attend therapy?
Every week baby! I rarely ever recommend anything less than that. In fact, I only work with clients who can commit to coming to therapy every single week. I am committed to helping you make progress and lasting changes with the most efficient and effective way to do that is to attend weekly for a year to 18 months. You might want to try and be a high achiever and will read this and think you can do it in 4-6…I assure you there are no shortcuts to the timeline of healing.
therapy Services I Provide
Therapy for women
If you are a woman struggling with anxiety, disordered eating, people-pleasing, and your self-esteem, therapy can help. As we work together, we can help you find relief and to be able to cope better.
Online Therapy in Utah
Some people feel more comfortable being vulnerable in the comfort of their own homes, and I get it. Virtual and online therapy in Utah sessions are offered always and forever.
EMDR & Trauma Therapy
I am an EMDR therapist. You can learn more about EMDR therapy. Many people have found that EMDR helps them find relief from negative past experiences and triggers they’re struggling with now.
Eating disorder Therapy
I help women who are experiencing eating disorders and disordered eating. These women have histories of dieting and disordered eating
Binge Eating Disorder Treatment
I provide therapy for binge eating to women who struggle with binge eating behaviors and provide binge eating disorder treatment to treat symptoms of binge eating disorder.
Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety and perfectionism can be difficult to manage on your own. I help women learn how to cope and ditch perfectionistic thinking by providing anxiety therapy.
Body Image Therapy
Many women struggle to like their bodies but maybe don’t realize how pervasive their struggle is with body image issues. I help women become neutral about their bodies with body image therapy.
Birth Trauma
1 in 3 women experiences traumatic births, and they don’t know how to receive help or if there’s help. I help women who have experienced birth trauma find relief from their anxiety and the pit in their stomachs whenever they think about the experience.
Ready to start online therapy in Utah?
I want to help. If you’re ready to make some lasting changes and get feeling better, the first step is to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good match to work together in therapy.