I was born and raised by the beach in California and moved to Salt Lake 12 years ago. I am a partner, mother of two incredible children and two doggies. I love people, and building community is something that makes my life better. I have been working as a psychotherapist in private practice for over 10 years and as a clinical social worker for 15 y…
Hi and welcome to Safe Space! Whether with me or another of our wonderful team members, I hope Safe Space becomes a safe space for you. I started volunteering and working in the mental health field in 2011 and received my Master's of Social Work from the University of Utah in 2016. I have certified training in EMDR, Integrative Somatic Trauma Trai…
Growing up in Utah, I didn't see a lot of diversity — the only time I saw people within my race and culture was at church, and I never had a doctor or therapist who looked like me. I wanted to be that person for others. I'm a 3rd- and 2nd-generation Mexican who studied this field to help people know their own truth. I've worked with youth and famil…
My value of mental health started young and only grew stronger. I received my Master's of Social Work from the University of Utah and have experience with teenagers and adults of every age. I worked for years at a community health center helping people manage PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and schizophrenia, alongside the complex barriers of s…
We receive so many messages about how we 'should' be that it can be hard to figure out who we are or how we want to connect with others. I believe we all have the ability to move toward growth, reconnect with the parts of ourselves we may have cast out as 'bad,' and find a sense of purpose. My goal is to provide an open, supportive space where you …
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller I believe therapy is a collaborative process — you don't have to navigate life's challenges on your own. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Together, we'll work to better understand your experiences, build on you…
I absolutely love working with young people and strive to offer them an authentic relationship and a place of hope from which to work on goals, identity, coping skills, healing, and self-discovery. I see my role as a partner and guide in accessing the abilities each of us already has. I treat mental health holistically, using person-centered and st…
I believe all of us can feel like we don't understand our place in the world, or feel distant from others or from our own journey. But by finding and affirming our true selves, we can overcome obstacles in life that often feel insurmountable. I have a passion for working with people as they navigate life's difficult challenges. I work with teens, y…
My name is Jasmine, and I'm a first-generation American and college graduate. I offer a unique perspective based on my upbringing, where I was exposed to many kinds of culture, religion, and other factors that shape a person's development. Keeping up with social expectations can be overwhelming — I've personally overcome adversity, including beatin…
Taking the steps to engage in therapy is a brave and vulnerable experience — opening up to a stranger in an effort to find liberation or create change is no small feat, and I am impressed to know you, whoever you are. I welcome clients of all identities, orientations, relationship structures, and backgrounds. If you're seeking to feel more at home …
I earned my Master's in Social Work from Utah State University in 2021 and have been working in the mental health field since 2016. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based techniques — CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care — and tailoring them to each client's unique needs. I specialize in supporting young adults who are chr…
Hello! I'm Tammy Scarbrough, an intern therapist with a heartfelt commitment to helping individuals like you discover healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope. I strive to create a warm and welcoming space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and supported as you navigate life's challenges. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy…
As a therapist at Safe Space Utah, I'm dedicated to helping clients reclaim their sense of hope, strength, and direction. I'm currently completing my final year of my Master of Social Work program, and I bring both clinical training and genuine passion for mental health into every session. I value cultural diversity and work intentionally to honor …
I believe meaningful change begins with the conditions we create together in therapy. Therapy can be a space to slow down and become familiar with the patterns of thought and behavior that are keeping you stuck. I strive to create a relationship where you feel comfortable being honest, asking difficult questions, and exploring parts of yourself tha…
I was born and raised in Utah and am currently completing my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University in Chicago Illinois. Before graduate school, I spent nearly a decade working in mental health treatment settings with adolescents and young adults. I believe therapy offers a rare kind of pause in life, a chance to r…
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and life transitions. Many of the individuals I see come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about who they are and where they are going. Together, we create space to better understand these experiences and to move toward a more grounded and meaningfu…