In-Person in Orem, UT 84097
Online in Utah
Navigating life as a minority, managing anxiety, or striving for perfection can feel overwhelming—especially during major life transitions. As a trauma-informed therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore these challenges with compassion and without judgment. With years of international experience, I bring a broad, culturally attuned perspective to therapy, helping clients feel truly seen, understood, and validated.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian, LDS/Mormon, Women clients.
Languages: Russian, German, Armenian, English
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.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- 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.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: My approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, and other strengths-based interventions. I support clients working through traumas, depression, anxiety, perfectionism, identity concerns, relationship patterns, and significant life changes. Together, we will deepen self-understanding, tap into your resilience, and create meaningful, sustainable change aligned with your values.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $150
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- We offer a discounted rate of $125 per session for anyone asks for it. If a client needs a deeper discount, several discounted tiers are available. The client simply needs to email our admin staff. Depending on the discount needed, documentation about financial need might be requested.
- Accepts Insurance
- Select Health, Medicaid, PEHP, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Aetna, DMBA, United Health Care (UHC),
Education & Credentials
Alina Hovsoyan LCSW
- Female
- License # 134254533501
- Licensed in Utah
- Practicing Since 2023
Education: I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Aurora University. In addition to my formal education, I have completed hundreds of hours of post-graduate trainings and certifications in areas such as trauma-informed care & mindfulness.
Alina Hovsoyan Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Orem, UT 84097
- Available Online for residents of Utah
- Online Therapy Details: Secure Telehealth through our EHR system
At Experience Mental Wellness, we meet clients exactly where they are and support them as they grow at their own pace. We strive to create a compassionate space where self-judgment is set aside, allowing healing, clarity, and meaningful progress to unfold.