In-Person in Taylorsville, UT 84123
Online in Utah
With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate their journeys toward healing. I work with individuals, couples, and families, striving to facilitate meaningful change and foster resilience, helping clients build stronger connections and find peace amidst life’s challenges.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress by helping them better understand their thought and emotional patterns. I also support individuals navigating life transitions and adjustment challenges, providing practical strategies to manage change. Additionally, I utilize a trauma-informed approach to help clients safely process past experiences and understand how they impact current functioning. My focus is on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and helping clients feel more in control of their daily lives.
I earned a Master's degree in Family and Couples Counseling, driven by a passion for supporting those dealing with grief, trauma, and bereavement. My counseling approach is strengthened by intensive research focused on early childhood trauma and brain development. I'm confident that together we can make lasting change for the better, and thrilled to have the opportunity to do so!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- 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.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- 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.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered therapy, and incorporates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I work collaboratively with clients to identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors while also creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space for self-exploration. I integrate practical skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and problem-solving to help clients make meaningful, lasting changes. Ultimately, I aim to balance validation with growth, helping clients feel understood while also empowering them to move forward.
Fees & Insurance
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- Medicare/Medicaid, Aetna, Bluenovo/VEST EAP, Cigna, EMI Health, Healthy U, HMHI-BHN, Humana, Lyra Health, Magellan, Molina Healthcare, OPTUM SLC Medicaid, OPTUM/United Behavioral Health, PEHP, Regence Bluecross/Blueshield, Select Health, Select Health Community Care, UMR, United Health Care, University of Utah Health Plans
Education & Credentials
Hayden Cook with Beacon Therapy of Utah ACMHC
- Male
- License # 14187277-6009
- Licensed in Utah
- Practicing Since 2024
Hayden Cook with Beacon Therapy of Utah Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Taylorsville, UT 84123
- Available Online for residents of Utah
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth
At Beacon Therapy of Utah, we are dedicated to guiding individuals through life’s most challenging landscapes with compassion, clinical expertise, and a personalized approach to healing. Our practice serves as a steady light for those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and the complexities of modern life. We believe that therapy isn't just about managing symptoms—it’s about rediscovering your resilience and building a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. By fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment, we empower our clients to explore their inner worlds and develop the practical tools needed for lasting change. Whether you are seeking to heal from the past or find clarity for the future, Beacon Therapy is here to support your journey toward wellness and hope.