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Mental Health Therapy in Orem, Utah
Where We're Located
Our Orem Counseling Center is located near the entrance of Provo Canyon on 800 North.
We also provide couples and individual therapy for Provo, Lindon, Vinyard, Midway and Heber, Utah.
Our Staff Is Dedicated to Improving Your Health
Madison Zundel, MA, LMFT
About Madison
When not working or continuing her education Madison enjoys hiking. Well, more like strolling through tall pine trees, boating, camping, cooking. She also enjoys eating food with lots of salt and butter, enjoying time with family and friends.
Education and Experience
Madison completed her Bachelor of science in family studies, and continued her education at Argosy University graduating with a Master of Arts in marriage and family therapy.
She utilizes child centered play therapy allowing children to process emotions in their own emotional language and provide a safe place to practice setting limits to express emotions responsibly. Through this language of play the lines of communication between parent and child are opened. She has training from Garry Landreth the creator of child centered play therapy.
Madison practices EMDR utilizing natural neurological processing similar to (REM) sleep. EMDR can be valuable to clients who have experienced a traumatic event or a traumatic relationship. These feelings and trauma get stuck and create emotional reactivity that doesn’t fit with the present moment. She has completed EMDR basic training and is accruing hours toward EMDR Certification.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Madison Zundel enjoys working with couples, families, and individuals who are exploring who they want to be in their relationships. Her approach confronts patterns head on, fostering growth in complex relationships quickly. She has a unique ability to connect with children and teenagers at a deep emotional level which allows them to explore their emotions responsibly. She uses humor and pop culture to create an environment where they can feel understood, and learn a vocabulary for their new experiences.
Madison sees therapy as an opportunity to experience authentic relationships with people, creating a butterfly effect for a more grounded and resilient life. She believes that we experience ourselves through our relationships. She creates an environment where clients increase compassion and acceptance of self and others. Madison encourages creative problem solving, you will have new experiences you didn’t even see as possible.
Triston Morgan, PhD, LMFT
About Triston
Dr. Triston Morgan is originally from Glide, Oregon. Dr. Morgan is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of Utah and is a director at the Center for Couples and Families.
Education and Experience
Triston received his Masters degree from Loma Linda University and his Doctorate degree from Brigham Young University both in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). He has focused his research, training and clinical practice on addictions and adolescent treatment and has published in peer review journals.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
In 2006, he began specializing in adolescent and family treatment in troubled teen programs in Utah. Since 2002, Dr. Morgan has been working with adolescents, families and couples.
Dr. Morgan has trained and developed clinicians for the past several years. He has taught MFT Masters and Doctoral students at Northcentral University and Brigham Young University.
Phil Scoville, MS, LMFT
About Phil
Phil Scoville is the Clinical Director at the Center for Couples and Families. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Utah. He is originally from Delta, Utah. Phil grew up with high awareness of health issues; his father was a Chiropractor.
Phil enjoys the outdoors (camping and rock climbing) and sports (football, basketball, water polo and swimming). He enjoys spending time with his wife and six children.
Education and Experience
Phil is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He received his Masters degree from Loma Linda University in Marriage and Family Therapy.
He worked on Post-Master’s specialized training for anxiety disorders at Brigham Young University.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Phil worked in community health clinics, residential treatment, and wilderness programs beginning in 2004. He has a passion for working with adolescents, young adults, and couples.
Rachel Brown, LMFT
About Rachel
Rachel is originally from upstate New York, and has spent over a decade living here in Utah.
Outside of the therapy room, Rachel is a mother to 3 kids, plus 1 dog, 2 cats, and a gecko. In her free time, she enjoys reading, playing the piano, crocheting, and baking.
Education and Experience
Rachel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She received her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Rachel believes in working collaboratively with clients as they pursue deeper connections, resolve conflict, and find healing, self-compassion, and growth. She utilizes Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in her work with individuals, couples, and families. She has received advanced training in both IFS and EFT, and loves learning more about how to best help folks on their therapy journeys.
Rachel is particularly interested in working with women’s issues, faith transitions, LGBTQIA+ wellness, body image issues and intuitive eating, and depression and anxiety.
Lisa Hansen, PhD, LMFT
About Lisa
Lisa Tensmeyer Hansen works with individuals, couples, and families. She and her husband, Bill, are the parents of seven children and a few extras.
She sees clients in our Spanish Fork, Utah office. Additionally, Lisa is a clinical director for Flourish Therapy.
Education and Experience
Lisa is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She earned an M.S. and Ph.D. from BYU in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Lisa gives educational speeches about relationships, depression, anxiety and community/family support for marginalized youth.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
If you are in search of couples or family therapy, Lisa is here to help. She studied couple and family distress, including issues of trust, power and emotion in relationships, alcohol and substance abuse, and best outcomes for families and individuals. Looking for a LGBTQ positive therapist? Lisa welcomes clients of all sexual orientations.
Dr. Tim Lowe, Ph.D, LMFT, SUDC, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
About Tim
Tim Lowe originally hails from Colorado. He lived in Israel for 6 months studying Hebrew, religious studies and the Arab-Israeli culture. He enjoys the outdoor (camping, rappelling, survival skills, and Mountain climbing).
His family has a rather strange tradition: when his children graduated from high school, he and his wife take them skydiving. He enjoys spending time with his wife, five children and growing number of grandchildren.
Education and Experience
Tim received a Master’s degree from Brigham Young University in Family Life Education and a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. He also received his PhD in psychology from Brigham Young University.
Tim is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Substance Used Disorder Counselor in the state of Utah. He is an approved marriage and family therapy supervisor as well as a licensed Arbinger Presenter.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
He has worked with adolescents and young adults and their parents as wilderness therapist for 15 years and in residential treatment for 13 years. Tim enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families as well as teenagers.
RaeAnn H. Teichert, MS, LMFT
About RaeAnn
RaeAnn Teichert is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is originally from Washington state. To recharge, she is an avid reader and exploratory cook. She enjoys playing board games and watching movies with her husband and children.
Education and Experience
RaeAnn H. Teichert received her bachelor’s degree in Marriage and Family Studies from Brigham Young University – Idaho and her master’s degree in Couple and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada – Las Vegas.
During the latter, she was involved in research regarding the relationship between technology, intimate partner violence, and Stockholm Syndrome. RaeAnn has received training in EMDR and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
RaeAnn has experience working with children using play therapy and adolecent clients using experiential therapy. She also enjoys working with couples and families, including premarital counseling, using Gottman Method therapy. RaeAnn uses EMDR with clients hoping to address past trauma. RaeAnn is particularly passionate about helping people through their experiences with grief, postpartum depression, and anxiety. She uses narrative therapy with a collabrative approach to work towards desired changes.
Paige Gifford, MA, LAMFT
About Paige
Paige grew up in sunny San Diego, California. Since moving to Utah almost 10 years ago, she has learned to tolerate the snowy winters of Utah and has even taken up occasional skiing! Paige enjoys spending time with friends and family, cooking and baking, reading, crafting, and playing with her puppy.
Education and Experience
Paige is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in Utah. She received her bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in Family Life and her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Utah Valley University. During the course of her Master's program, Paige became a Level 1 Certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
In individual therapy, Paige's therapy practice focuses on helping those who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, people pleasing, and hurtful childhood wounds. While providing tangible tools along the way, Paige generally takes a compassionate, client-centered approach as she helps clients use their natural strengths and intuition to find healing. With individuals, she relies heavily on Internal Family Systems while blending in the use of art therapy, sandtray, Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, and somatic awareness.
In couple's therapy, Paige focuses on helping clients get unstuck from the negative cycles that couples can sometimes find themselves in. Through the use of Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Paige helps clients develop healthier communication patterns and foster a safe attachment between partners.
Laura Davies, LAMFT
About Laura
Laura Davies is originally from Chapel Hill, NC. Some of her hobbies include exploring new places, gardening, and mostly failing to learn Hungarian.
She also enjoys arranging and performing violin music, rock climbing, and starting way more books than she will ever finish!
Education and Experience
Laura received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies with an emphasis in Human Development from Brigham Young University and has remained in Utah ever since.
She is currently receiving her Master’s Degree from Capella University and is an intern Marriage and Family Therapist.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
In therapy with Laura, you will learn that she passionately believes in relationships and realizing potential. She believes in finding beauty in your uniqueness and imperfection, and that change is the only constant in life.
Looking for couples or family therapy? Laura will work with you and your loved ones to reinvigorate your relationships and create deeper connections. She also enjoys working with parents and families struggling with their children.
Laura is a great fit for you and your teens. She has experience working with adolescents and their families, many of whom suffered from depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. If you are interested in receiving help for faith issues, she is also deeply invested in helping others navigate faith transitions and crises.
Brian Johnson, MMFT, LMFT
About Brian
Brian is the father of two little kiddos, who occupy the majority of his “hobby” time each day. Brian enjoys singing and doing music with his wife and kids, and creating opportunities to enjoy the gift of the human body and world to live in.
Education and Experience
Brian is a licensed marriage and family therapist. He earned his bachelor’s degree in family studies from BYU and his master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) from Dixie State University with an emphasis in working with children. Prior to working at the Center for Couples and Families, he worked for a year exclusively with kids 3-17 with an emphasis on tweens and their parents at a community clinic in Southern Utah.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Brian is passionate about creating a safe space to experience the raw emotions of life without becoming overwhelmed or letting them be in the driver seat. You are the expert of your life, and He wants to help you get the reins back in your hands.
When working with kiddos Brian does this by being child-centered and play oriented without avoiding uncomfortable emotions. He approaches parenting with an attachment lens and relying on family strengths.
When working with individuals, families, and couples, Brian balances fostering client insight and creating new experiences in the session. He does this using emotion focused therapy (EFT) and the Gottman method. He also has experience using CBT when it is a better fit for specific presentations of mental health.
Ryan Anstead, MMFT, LAMFT
About Ryan
Ryan Anstead grew up in American Fork, Utah. He is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Utah.
Ryan is an avid traveler, vinyl collector, Jazz fan, and Girl Dad!
Education and Experience
Ryan has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Utah Valley University. He also earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) from Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State).
Ryan also has additional training in Child and Family Play therapy.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Ryan believes that individual and relational healing can be found through lasting connection. Relationships, both within oneself and with others, are at the forefront of Ryan's approach to therapy. Likewise, Ryan believes that the therapist's role is to be curious, compassionate, and collaborative as the therapeutic journey unfolds.
He works with clients of all ages, including couples and families. Ryan especially enjoys working with family relationships whether they be marital, parent-child, siblings, etc.
Ryan has also assisted those struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship stress, trauma, along with other difficulties.
Emily Helms LAMFT
About Emily
Emily is most recently from D.C. As the daughter of an Army Chaplain, Emily has from a young age been involved in the healing journeys of those facing the premature death or suicide of a loved one.
Education and Experience
Emily Received her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University. Emily received her Bachelor's in Cultural Anthropology from Brigham Young University. During her Bachelors, she performed embedded research on the relationship between mental health and culture as well as how empathy can be used to bridge cultural barriers.
Therapeutic Approach
Emily believes that all people are capable of change and meaningful connection. By reshaping our perspectives and behaviors we open new doors for personal growth and improved relationships. Emily works with individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life. Specifically, she works with depression, anxiety, marital issues, teenagers, chronic illness disability and grief counseling. She considers it a privilege to be a part of people's personal journeys!
In her free time, Emily loves playing video games, biking and film photography. She also loves taking long hammock naps with her husband.
Sam Bennett, LAMFT
About Sam
Sam Bennett is originally from Boise, Idaho. Outside of the therapy room, Sam enjoys getting in the mountains, longboarding, running around with his family and dog, cooking, and reading comics.
Education and Experience
Sam is currently licensed as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Utah. Sam completed his master's degree at Utah Valley University in Marriage and Family Therapy. Sam received his bachelor's degree from Utah Valley University in Family Sciences with a minor in Psychology. Sam has experience working in both community and private clinics, as well as addiction recovery facilities.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Sam enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families as they work through a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety and marital issues. Sam especially loves helping people to increase self-compassion and acceptance, and to enhance connection and communication in relationships. Sam has been trained in the Building Lasting Connections program, which is designed to facilitate better connections and communication with couples, especially premarital couples.
Annicka Perry, MFTI
About Annicka
Annicka grew up in Mapleton, Utah. She enjoys the outdoors and especially loves canyoneering, skiing, kayaking, and swimming in the ocean. Annicka unwinds by spending time with family and friends or going on a run. She has a passion for helping people achieve their goals and create meaningful change in their lives.
Education and Experience
Annicka received her bachelor's degree in Family Science at Utah Valley University. She is currently completing her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Utah Valley University. Annicka has experience working with individuals, couples and families struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, parenting, emotional regulation, and marital conflict. She is also working on Gottman’s Level 1 Training.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Annicka believes that relationships are a key part of our human experience. She is passionate about supporting clients as they improve their relationships through effective communication, conflict management, gaining deeper connections, and exploring past experiences. Annicka is devoted to providing a safe space for individuals, couples and families by offering empathy and a nonjudgmental environment. She integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique needs. Her ultimate goal is to empower clients to navigate life's challenges and to cultivate meaningful connections.
Vanessa Hansen, CMHCI
About Vanessa
Vanessa Hansen is originally from Southern Utah, has lived in Upstate NY, Russia, and currently resides in Payson, UT. She has traveled to many parts of the world, is a violinist, pianist, a mother of 4 teenagers, and speaks Russian. In her spare time, you can find her reading, practicing music, watching reruns, baking with her daughters, and hanging out with her son, and studying.
Education and Experience
Vanessa received her bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University in Russian and Violin. She is finishing her master’s degree from the University of the Cumberlands. Prior to her graduate work, Vanessa taught music for over 20 years and has owned and operated a health and wellness company in New York and Russia. She has spent much of her adult life volunteering with multi-religious organizations in both NY and Utah and speaking to large groups of teenagers and women.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
When it comes to psychology and mental health, Vanessa is fascinated by the individuality of people and spends a significant amount of time studying various philosophies about human nature. As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern, she uses a strengths and values-based, person-centered approach in her counseling and works from a biopsychosocial viewpoint. She strongly values the worth of each person and believes everyone is always doing the very best they know how with what they have. Vanessa works with anxiety, depression, self worth, family issues and relationship struggles. She has a particular affinity for adolescents and connects well with seniors. Her counseling philosophy is that each person is the expert of their own life, and she gets the privilege of supporting them for a time on their journey. She is gaining educational and professional experience with ADHD, depression and anxiety, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. Her favorite quote is by Nietzsche, “He who has a 'why' to live for, can bear with almost any 'how'.”
Rachel Rowe, MFTI
About Rachel
Rachel grew up in the small town of Kamas, Utah. She has a deep love for the mountains but would almost always choose a beach for vacation! Rachel and her husband are the parents of 4 sons. She loves to spend time with all her boys, especially by attending BYU basketball and football games as a family and exploring the outdoors off-roading and traveling together.
Education and Experience
Rachel received her bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in English and is currently finishing up her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
As a parent of a child (almost adult) with special needs her experiences with parenthood have given her a varied perspective and the ability to understand first-hand the challenges that parents can face and how these can affect relationships. Her experiences working with a school district parent group of kids with special needs has helped her be able to relate to and work with parents, families, and those with different abilities.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Because Rachel is passionate about supporting families, she is eager to help people build healthier relationships and deeper connections with others and themselves. She enjoys working with couples who desire a deeper emotional connection, collaborating with families who need emotional healing and support. Rachel also works with individuals on a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, mental health, life transitions, and healing support.
Katrina Reay, MFTI
About Katrina
Katrina Reay is from Texas and has enjoyed living in Utah among the majestic mountains since 2020. She loves seeing the snow in the mountains as long as it stays there, and hiking has become one of her new passions. Katrina takes great pleasure in spending time with her husband of 28 years, three grown children, and three grandchildren, her greatest loves. In addition to her family, Katrina enjoys going out with friends, reading, puzzles, going to theatrical events, crafts, card games, and working in her flowerbed.
Education and Experience
Katrina completed her Bachelor of Science in Marriage and Family Studies from Brigham Young University-Idaho while raising and homeschooling her three children. She continues to pursue her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. She specializes in working with couples and families feeling lonely, hurt, misunderstood, or frustrated in their marriage and family situations.
Katrina is here to support you and your partner without judgment, wherever you may be in your journey. Using evidence-based practices, she works with couples to foster healthier relationship patterns by deepening their understanding of themselves and each other, this can be hard—as it requires vulnerability, honesty, and practice—but she deeply believes in healing and in you! Some of the greatest hope and healing she has witnessed transpired between partners in the therapy room.
Therapeutic Approach
Katrina works with a variety of challenges including communication difficulties, anxiety/depression, sexual/intimacy concerns, life transitions, parenting, as well as premarital counseling. Together, we will identify your goals and tailor sessions to fit your unique needs.
Katrina values creating a warm and welcoming space where we share both laughter and tears. Whether facing a specific issue or simply wanting to strengthen your relationship, Katrina is here to help. Taking the first step toward therapy is a courageous decision and she looks forward to being a part of your healing process.
Stephanie Benson, MS, LAMFT
About Stephanie
Stephanie is an Ohio native. In her free time, Stephanie hikes with her dog, cuddles on the couch with her cats, plays board games with friends, and dances, acts, and sings in community theater.
Education and Experience
Stephanie has a bachelor’s degree in Education from Miami University and a Master’s degree in Learning Science from Utah State University. She also holds a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.
If you need therapist for individual, couples, or family counseling, then you have come to the right place. Stephanie has experience guiding couples, families, and individuals of all ages through challenges involving mental illness, interpersonal conflict, stage of life transitions, trauma, and addiction in outpatient therapy settings as well as residential treatment settings. Currently Stephanie is seeing clients virtually.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Do you want a therapist who can help you effectively apply what you learn during your appointments? Stephanie’s prior training in education and learning sciences equips her to understand how you process information and learn new things.
Her truest passion is working systemically and collaboratively with clients to help you grow toward positive change and healing. She lives for the “aha moments'' and looks forward to helping you have emotional and relational “aha moments” of your own.
Abby Gurksnis, CMHCI
About Abby
Abby was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and has always had a deep love for lakes and the beautiful Utah mountains. You can often find her on the pickleball court or snowboarding in the mountains.
Education and Experience
Abby holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Utah Valley University and is currently completing her master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University. With a passion for helping others, she has volunteered for the past five years at the Pediatric Center at Utah Valley Hospital.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Abby believes in walking alongside her clients through life's challenges, offering support every step of the way. She views the therapist’s role as one of compassion and collaboration, working together with clients as they navigate their therapeutic journey.
Abby is passionate about working with people with OCD, anxiety, depression, couples, families, body image issues, and relationship issues.
Amelia Kersey, MFTI
About Amelia
Amelia was born and raised in Surrey, England. Amelia enjoys being outdoors in nature and has found that living here in Utah heightens her love of the outdoors. Outside of the therapy clinic, Amelia is a busy mother and wife and enjoys socializing, reading, and caring for plants.
Education and Experience
Amelia earned her Bachelor of Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Psychology from Utah Valley University. Amelia is currently finishing her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.
Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach
Amelia is a dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families build stronger connections and navigate life’s challenges. Her approach is centered on fostering meaningful relationships and guiding clients toward small, achievable steps that lead to lasting positive change.
Amelia works with couples who want to deepen their connection, improve communication, and strengthen their bond. Additionally, Amelia offers support to families with special needs children, providing a compassionate space to explore their journey’s unique challenges and joys. Amelia believes each person possesses untapped strengths and valuable resources that can empower them through life’s trials. Together, we will identify and cultivate these resources, equipping you with the tools to thrive now and in the future.
Amelia supports and guides you, whether you seek to strengthen your relationships, navigate family dynamics, or embrace personal growth.