Sandy Shores Counseling (She/Her)
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, ACMHC, CSW, LCSW
In-Person in Draper, UT 84020
Online in Utah
The name Sandy Shores Counseling reflects a belief that therapy, like the ocean, can offer both a peaceful feeling and a sense of empowerment. We believe therapy should feel grounded, collaborative, and respectful of each person’s lived experience. We approach our work with curiosity and care, meeting clients where they are and helping them make sense of patterns, emotions, and experiences that may feel overwhelming or stuck. Our goal is to create a space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) A trauma-focused therapy that uses eye movements and imagery to help the brain reframe distressing memories. It often leads to quicker relief from symptoms compared to traditional talk therapy.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
Education & Credentials
Sandy Shores Counseling LMFT, ACMHC, CSW, LCSW
- Female
- License # 8521808-3902
- Licensed in UT
- Practicing Since 2024
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 130
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- We can work with you on a session fee that feels doable for you if you don't have access to insurance benefits
- Accepts Insurance
- PEHP, SELECT HEALTH, DMBA, OPTUM, TRICARE/TRIWEST, UNITED, AETNA, EMI, BCBS, GEHA, Meritain
Sandy Shores Counseling Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Draper, UT 84020
- Available Online for residents of Utah
- Online Therapy Details: via secure online platform
Sandy Shores Counseling offers thoughtful, evidence-based therapy delivered by a collaborative team of clinicians trained in a wide range of modalities, including EMDR, IFS, ART, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care. Our therapists bring diverse clinical expertise while sharing a common commitment to creating a supportive, grounded, and individualized therapy experience. We work with individuals seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. Clients often reach out to us for our depth of training, compassionate approach, and ability to integrate effective therapeutic methods in a way that feels practical, respectful, and empowering.