Sandy Shores Counseling (She/Her)
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, ACMHC, CSW, LCSW
In-Person in Draper, UT 84020
At Sandy Shores Counseling, we believe therapy can feel both grounding and empowering—much like the calm and strength people often find near the ocean. Our approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in respect for each person’s unique experiences and story. Our focus areas include anxiety, trauma, relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, LGBTQ+
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.
Fees & Insurance
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
Education & Credentials
Sandy Shores Counseling LMFT, ACMHC, CSW, LCSW
- Female
- License # 8521808-3902
- Licensed in UT
- Practicing Since 2012
Education: All our therapists have Masters Degrees in Mental health field.
Sandy Shores Counseling Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Draper, UT 84020
- Available Online for residents of Oregon, Utah
- Online Therapy Details: via secure online platform
We work alongside clients to better understand patterns, emotions, and life experiences that may feel overwhelming, painful, or difficult to move through alone. Our therapists strive to create a supportive space where clients feel seen, understood, and encouraged to make meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, life transitions, stress, or simply feeling stuck, we are here to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.