Therapists in Payson, UT
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I have been a therapist for approximately 17 years, mainly working in the juvenile justice system as well as a school setting. Most of my experience is with school aged children and adults, but I enjoy working with children and adults of all ages!
I have been a therapist for approximately 17 years, mainly working in the juvenile justice system as well as a school setting. Most of my experience is with school aged children and adults, but I enjoy working with children and adults of all ages!
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Madisen Busenbark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Madisen is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who has a deep passion for using her training to help others access the resources necessary to create a meaningful and happy life through personal and relationship satisfaction. Madisen has over 10 years of experience in relationship and parenting education. She has particular interest in working with clients experiencing relational distress, navigating seemingly unreconcilable differences within self and between others, and seeking relationship enrichment. She has a special capacity to hold space for individuals in high conflict and distress and is ready to hold space for you.
Madisen is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who has a deep passion for using her training to help others access the resources necessary to create a meaningful and happy life through personal and relationship satisfaction. Madisen has over 10 years of experience in relationship and parenting education. She has particular interest in working with clients experiencing relational distress, navigating seemingly unreconcilable differences within self and between others, and seeking relationship enrichment. She has a special capacity to hold space for individuals in high conflict and distress and is ready to hold space for you.
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Hello there! I am a licensed psychologist experienced in conducting several different evaluations. Evaluations I provide include testing for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, psychiatric/psychological conditions (e.g., ODD, OCD, PTSD/trauma, anxiety-related, depressive disorders, personality disorders, etc.) and learning disabilities for those seeking accommodations for exams, schooling, and social security benefits. I am also experienced in pre-police employment, pre-mission, and pre-surgery. I am known for being very thorough in my evaluations and give specific, evidence-based feedback and resources in my follow up sessions.
Hello there! I am a licensed psychologist experienced in conducting several different evaluations. Evaluations I provide include testing for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, psychiatric/psychological conditions (e.g., ODD, OCD, PTSD/trauma, anxiety-related, depressive disorders, personality disorders, etc.) and learning disabilities for those seeking accommodations for exams, schooling, and social security benefits. I am also experienced in pre-police employment, pre-mission, and pre-surgery. I am known for being very thorough in my evaluations and give specific, evidence-based feedback and resources in my follow up sessions.
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Angela Marie Gehrke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Hello! I offer individual therapy, support groups, and workshops tailored to fostering healing and growth. As a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I bring a unique blend of faith-based principles and professional expertise to my counseling practice. With a foundation in attachment-based and trauma-focused therapy, my specialization lies in identifying and addressing barriers that hinder healthy relationships. Whether you've experienced hurt from a past or current relationship, I am here support your healing journey, and empower you to create the life and relationships you desire.
Hello! I offer individual therapy, support groups, and workshops tailored to fostering healing and growth. As a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I bring a unique blend of faith-based principles and professional expertise to my counseling practice. With a foundation in attachment-based and trauma-focused therapy, my specialization lies in identifying and addressing barriers that hinder healthy relationships. Whether you've experienced hurt from a past or current relationship, I am here support your healing journey, and empower you to create the life and relationships you desire.
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Josie Osborn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
My primary approach is seeing each client as a unique individual with intrinsic value, and with the capacity for self-healing. I am committed to helping clients feel safe, heard, seen, and valued. I also understand that seeking therapy is a difficult and sometimes scary decision, and I am eager to meet clients wherever they are in their healing process. I believe that every person is the expert in their own life and the role of therapy is to support and build on someone’s personal strengths while providing a safe place to dive deeper into self-understanding and ultimately achieve healing.
My primary approach is seeing each client as a unique individual with intrinsic value, and with the capacity for self-healing. I am committed to helping clients feel safe, heard, seen, and valued. I also understand that seeking therapy is a difficult and sometimes scary decision, and I am eager to meet clients wherever they are in their healing process. I believe that every person is the expert in their own life and the role of therapy is to support and build on someone’s personal strengths while providing a safe place to dive deeper into self-understanding and ultimately achieve healing.
Elizabeth is compassionately committed to working with clients suffering from a broad spectrum of differing types of mental health issues. She emphasizes improving client self-awareness and growing the capacity to enhance relationships with others. Elizabeth strives to cultivate a strong healthy working relationship with her clients employing mutual respect, authenticity, acceptance, and genuineness. She believes the the therapeutic process is relationships centered.
Elizabeth is compassionately committed to working with clients suffering from a broad spectrum of differing types of mental health issues. She emphasizes improving client self-awareness and growing the capacity to enhance relationships with others. Elizabeth strives to cultivate a strong healthy working relationship with her clients employing mutual respect, authenticity, acceptance, and genuineness. She believes the the therapeutic process is relationships centered.
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I believe the therapeutic relationship to be extremely valuable in the client’s growth and strive to work in a collaborative way with clients. I draw from an attachment theory perspective, am trauma-informed and client-centered. My passion is helping my clients find their inner strength to get through their dark moments in life. I use an integrative therapeutic approach rooted in my client’s needs. I utilize a mix of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, IFS, and Somatic Experience.
I believe the therapeutic relationship to be extremely valuable in the client’s growth and strive to work in a collaborative way with clients. I draw from an attachment theory perspective, am trauma-informed and client-centered. My passion is helping my clients find their inner strength to get through their dark moments in life. I use an integrative therapeutic approach rooted in my client’s needs. I utilize a mix of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, IFS, and Somatic Experience.
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I am not a fairy godmother that can bibbidi-bobbidi-boo your child into behaving perfectly, make your teen talk to you, or make your family understand and appreciate you. However, I can be an empathetic listener and support to help provide context and understanding for thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may feel or seem hard to process. I provide tools, resources, and a therapeutic environment where change for the better is possible.
I am not a fairy godmother that can bibbidi-bobbidi-boo your child into behaving perfectly, make your teen talk to you, or make your family understand and appreciate you. However, I can be an empathetic listener and support to help provide context and understanding for thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may feel or seem hard to process. I provide tools, resources, and a therapeutic environment where change for the better is possible.
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Therapy can be a useful tool in helping you work through challenges and find balance in your life. I am committed to helping each client feel safe, respected, and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach, which means that I view you as an equal partner in your therapy journey. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University in 2022 and I am currently in the Master of Social Work program at Utah Valley University. I have experience working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression. Together, we will work towards achieving your goals.
Therapy can be a useful tool in helping you work through challenges and find balance in your life. I am committed to helping each client feel safe, respected, and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach, which means that I view you as an equal partner in your therapy journey. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University in 2022 and I am currently in the Master of Social Work program at Utah Valley University. I have experience working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression. Together, we will work towards achieving your goals.
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I am here to walk alongside you through your most distressing thoughts, feelings, and traumas. My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can feel safe to express your deeper concerns. I believe you are the expert of your own life and have the resources within yourself to reach your highest goals and potential. My role in therapy is to help you discover your innate strengths, wisdom, and capabilities as you navigate through life challenges.
I am here to walk alongside you through your most distressing thoughts, feelings, and traumas. My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can feel safe to express your deeper concerns. I believe you are the expert of your own life and have the resources within yourself to reach your highest goals and potential. My role in therapy is to help you discover your innate strengths, wisdom, and capabilities as you navigate through life challenges.
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•Immediate Openings Available• My focus since graduate school has been helping children, teenagers, and young adults learn the skills necessary to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. I have great success in helping clients who struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, life adjustments, self-esteem, struggles in school, and more. While I do teach coping skills I like to work with clients and their parents to get to the root causes of their struggles to help facilitate lasting change.
•Immediate Openings Available• My focus since graduate school has been helping children, teenagers, and young adults learn the skills necessary to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. I have great success in helping clients who struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, life adjustments, self-esteem, struggles in school, and more. While I do teach coping skills I like to work with clients and their parents to get to the root causes of their struggles to help facilitate lasting change.
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You are of great worth. Each person is of great worth. When any of us lose the recognition of our worth, despair and hopelessness can take over. Anyone facing these, or like challenges, may benefit from professional help. If you or a loved one seek improvement, you have resources right here. If you will share your world and your journey, the sense of great worth can be restored and sustained. Options include traditional therapy as well as equine therapy.
You are of great worth. Each person is of great worth. When any of us lose the recognition of our worth, despair and hopelessness can take over. Anyone facing these, or like challenges, may benefit from professional help. If you or a loved one seek improvement, you have resources right here. If you will share your world and your journey, the sense of great worth can be restored and sustained. Options include traditional therapy as well as equine therapy.
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Sunray Family Counseling, Payson & Cedar City
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Sunray Family Counseling has over 10 years of experience in creating a safe space where children, youth and adults can receive quality and specialized care. We offer individual, family and couples counseling. Our team of therapist come from various backgrounds but also share in offering experiential and modality-based care. Our center holds the belief that people have inherent worth and value. We strive to assist clients in finding and connecting with their authentic selves and to better their lives on many planes.
Sunray Family Counseling has over 10 years of experience in creating a safe space where children, youth and adults can receive quality and specialized care. We offer individual, family and couples counseling. Our team of therapist come from various backgrounds but also share in offering experiential and modality-based care. Our center holds the belief that people have inherent worth and value. We strive to assist clients in finding and connecting with their authentic selves and to better their lives on many planes.
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I am committed to helping clients feel their best at any phase of life. My focus is on helping you feel like you’re in greatest alignment with your true self and can prioritize your values and goals. Starting therapy can be a big step, but I believe that therapy is for everyone & that finding the right therapist is crucial to the process. I hope to offer an empathetic nonjudgmental space where we can build a therapeutic relationship together and where you feel safe, heard, & valued.
I am committed to helping clients feel their best at any phase of life. My focus is on helping you feel like you’re in greatest alignment with your true self and can prioritize your values and goals. Starting therapy can be a big step, but I believe that therapy is for everyone & that finding the right therapist is crucial to the process. I hope to offer an empathetic nonjudgmental space where we can build a therapeutic relationship together and where you feel safe, heard, & valued.
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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.
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.
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I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
I am committed to helping my clients increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms, and live a more value-directed life. I want to help you feel emotionally lighter, happier, and more confident. I want to help you reach your goals and become your best self.
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Over the last 18 years I have assisted numerous children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in their journey to find more peace, happiness, and success in their lives and relationships. Specifically I have spent the last 9 years working as a therapist to help the clients I serve with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, self-destructive and addictive behaviors, self-esteem and identity concerns, impulse/attention challenges, grief and loss, and parenting and relational challenges.
Over the last 18 years I have assisted numerous children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in their journey to find more peace, happiness, and success in their lives and relationships. Specifically I have spent the last 9 years working as a therapist to help the clients I serve with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, self-destructive and addictive behaviors, self-esteem and identity concerns, impulse/attention challenges, grief and loss, and parenting and relational challenges.
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I am a big believer of self care and reducing stress! My focus is helping individuals work through life changes, those suffering loss, relationship difficulties, beliefs, feelings and/ or somatic symptoms (sensations in the body). I have experience with depression, anxiety, PTSD and bipolar related disorders. I work with clients to help them reach their goals and aspirations through building healthy techniques in a safe and confidential environment.
I am a big believer of self care and reducing stress! My focus is helping individuals work through life changes, those suffering loss, relationship difficulties, beliefs, feelings and/ or somatic symptoms (sensations in the body). I have experience with depression, anxiety, PTSD and bipolar related disorders. I work with clients to help them reach their goals and aspirations through building healthy techniques in a safe and confidential environment.
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I have been blessed to enjoy a wonderful family, with four boys and their spouses, and soon to be 8 grandchildren. I have worked almost 30 years at Brigham Young University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). My work has been mainly with young adults, adults, and couples. I have specialized in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have also worked with many undergoing faith crises and exploring their sexual identity.
I have been blessed to enjoy a wonderful family, with four boys and their spouses, and soon to be 8 grandchildren. I have worked almost 30 years at Brigham Young University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). My work has been mainly with young adults, adults, and couples. I have specialized in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have also worked with many undergoing faith crises and exploring their sexual identity.
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Life can get so overwhelming. Stress, pain, frustration, and loneliness can be debilitating. Looking for a reprieve from what life is throwing at you? Wanting a solution that doesn't seem to be there? I provide a Person-Centered, Solution Focus Therapy to assist you in this difficult process of regaining control and structure in your life. We will start with an intake session to verify that you will be getting what you want and need at this time in your life.
Life can get so overwhelming. Stress, pain, frustration, and loneliness can be debilitating. Looking for a reprieve from what life is throwing at you? Wanting a solution that doesn't seem to be there? I provide a Person-Centered, Solution Focus Therapy to assist you in this difficult process of regaining control and structure in your life. We will start with an intake session to verify that you will be getting what you want and need at this time in your life.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Payson, UT
50+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Payson, UT who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
83% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Stress |
72% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | SelectHealth |
76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
73% | EMI Health |
How Therapists in Payson, UT see their clients
88% | In Person and Online | |
12% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
65% | Female | |
33% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Payson?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.