The 2024 speaker lineup was carefully selected to give attendees access to information from a wide variety of professional and educational backgrounds.
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CMHC
Desmond Lomax, CMHC, integrates over 20 years of experience in law enforcement and corrections with a deep commitment to clinical mental health. At the Utah Department of Corrections, he expanded access to therapy for individuals on probation and parole, emphasizing trauma-informed care and systemic change. Now a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, and former adjunct professor in forensic social work, Desmond specializes in leadership, conflict resolution, and healing in high-stress environments. His time as president of the Utah Mental Health Counseling Association reflects his dedication to elevating the field. Personally, his wife's cancer journey informs his compassionate, resilience-focused therapeutic approach.
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M.D.
Delaney Ruston, M.D., is a Stanford-trained physician, filmmaker, and global mental health advocate. Her personal experiences with her father’s schizophrenia and receiving care in free clinics inspired her to pursue medicine and storytelling. Through her award-winning documentaries—UNLISTED, HIDDEN PICTURES, and the Screenagers series—she tackles urgent mental health topics like teen anxiety, addiction, and global stigma. Her films have sparked dialogue in over 100 countries and been featured by the WHO, TEDx, and NPR. A Fulbright Scholar and published researcher, Dr. Ruston continues to practice primary care for the underserved while advancing mental health awareness from her home in Seattle.
Kyle Barth
LMFT
Kyle Barth, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience. He holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University and a Bachelor’s in Family Studies from Weber State University. As Clinical Director at Healthy Mind Map, Kyle focuses on using technology to enhance therapy engagement and outcomes. He specializes in mood disorders, relationship dynamics, trauma-informed care, couples therapy, and data-driven treatment planning. Kyle is a respected speaker and educator known for his practical approach that fosters lasting progress and deeper connections.
Shandy Beckstead
CSW
Shandy Beckstead, CSW, is a trauma-informed therapist and Medical Social Worker at Intermountain Health, supporting patients and families through health-related stress and end-of-life concerns. With training in IFS, DBT, and strengths-based approaches, she is deeply committed to secondary trauma-informed care and building systems that reduce burnout and foster resilience. Shandy holds an MSW from Utah Valley University, where she served as Graduate Department Representative. Her background includes leadership roles at The Salvation Army, YMCA Utah, and La Europa Academy, as well as policy work at the Utah State Capitol—integrating clinical insight with systems-level change.
Josie Bohling
LMFT
As a family systems clinician for Teens and Families for 20 years and a mother of neurodivergent children, Josie Bohling, LMFT, draws on her clinical skills and lived experience of neurodivergence to support clinicians in creating a more neuro-affirming therapeutic experience for their clients. With 15% of the population being neurodivergent and higher in therapeutic settings, Josie is deeply passionate about making neuro-affirming care, standard ethical care, and not just a specialty for clinicians. Josie has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Sonoma State, California. She currently lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, and runs Shade Tree Family Counseling- a clinic serving teens and family mental health.
Jamie Brass
PsyD
Jamie E. Brass, PsyD, is a Utah native who earned her doctorate in psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2008. She works at Intermountain Health, specializing in general psychology and using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients achieve mental health goals. Jamie has served on the boards of Women in Private Practice, the Utah Psychological Association, and the former Utah Psychology Board. She is currently the Utah Psychological Association’s associate director of professional affairs and owns Professional Will Management, LLC.
Taya Burzlaff
MSW
Taya Burzlaff is a compassionate trauma therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals with mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She holds a BSW from Utah State University and an MSW from Walden University. Taya specializes in educating professionals and caregivers about the effects of indirect trauma. Drawing from clinical experience, she offers practical, evidence-based strategies for prevention, resilience-building, and self-care. Her work empowers individuals and organizations to recognize signs of indirect trauma, protect their mental well-being, and maintain a healthy work-life balance while continuing to support others.
Wendy Canova
LCSW
Wendy Canova, LCSW, has nearly a decade of experience specializing in domestic violence. She earned her BSW from Utah State University and her MSW from Boise State University. Wendy began her work with survivors as a volunteer and later therapist at a DV shelter, eventually becoming its clinical director. There, she provided therapy, led support groups, and facilitated community trainings. Now in private practice, she offers trauma-informed therapy to survivors and trains fellow therapists in DV work. Wendy is dedicated to empowering survivors and advancing professional understanding of domestic violence through clinical support and education.
Adriane Q. Cavallini
Ph.D.
Dr. Adriane Cavallini is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University and a Licensed Psychologist in Utah and Hessen, Germany. Her clinical and research focus is on eating disorders and body image. She has worked in university settings in the U.S. and Germany, developed ACT-based group treatments, and contributed to mindfulness-enhanced CBT-E research. At BYU, she has enhanced eating disorder training for clinical psychology students, led campus-wide education efforts, and established a research lab exploring interventions, recovery, and risk factors. Dr. Cavallini also teaches courses in psychopathology, psychotherapy, and eating disorders.
Jeremy Christensen
LCSW
Jeremy Christensen, LCSW, is the Assistant Superintendent and Forensic Director at Utah State Hospital. He previously served as Assistant Director at the Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, overseeing statewide programs in crisis care, suicide prevention, homelessness, and trauma. Jeremy was CEO of Valley Services, a social enterprise supporting individuals with serious mental illness and other barriers, and Executive Director of Alliance House. He has held multiple roles at Valley Mental Health and has taught social work, psychology, and sociology courses at the University of Phoenix since 2004. He also served as field faculty for the University of Utah.
Emily Freeze
LMFT
Emily Freeze is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in couples counseling and women’s mental health. She holds a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Hawaii. Emily founded New Beginnings Counseling Group, now with three Utah County locations. Certified in perinatal mental health, she’s trained in trauma therapy (EMDR), infertility counseling, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method. She also serves as President of the Utah Reproductive Health Network and is an approved AAMFT/UAMFT supervisor.
Michael Gerald
LCMHC
Michael Gerald is an Assistant Professor of Rehabilitation Counseling at Utah State University (USU). Michael is the Director of the Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling Services (CRCS; https://cehs.usu.edu/scce/services/clinical-rehabilitation-counseling) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). The CRCS provides clinical mental health counseling services for people with chronic illness, disability, and neurodevelopmental disability. Michael has a PhD in Rehabilitation Counselor Education and Supervision (RCES) from the University of Iowa.
Joseph Gleed
LCSW
Joseph Gleed, LCSW, is a clinician, educator, and veteran with expertise in trauma, chronic pain, and men’s mental health. A former undercover operator in global anti-human trafficking efforts, he now integrates Trauma-Focused ACT, EMDR, and somatic therapies in his clinical work. Joseph founded Renova Wellness & Consulting and created The Victor Course to support recovery for veterans, law enforcement, and others affected by trauma. As a professor at Utah Valley University, he trains future social workers in trauma-informed care. His holistic, research-driven approach emphasizes healing the mind and body to foster lasting resilience and empowerment.
Torrey Harmon
MA ED.S, CMHC
Torrey Harmon, CMHC, is the founder and clinical director of Igniting Change Counseling Center. A licensed therapist since 2014, he specializes in treating trauma, non-substance addictions, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. Torrey uses evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, ART, DBT, CBT, and ERP, with a focus on EMDR for trauma and compulsive behaviors. He holds graduate degrees in counseling from Seton Hall University and a business degree from the University of Utah. A state-approved clinical supervisor, he mentors new therapists and works primarily with older teens, adults, and their families to foster resilience and lasting recovery.
Heidi Hastings
Ph.D.
Dr. Heidi Hastings is a marriage and sex researcher, educator, and relationship coach with a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Woman's University. Her work focuses on sexual betrayal in religious women, pornography, identity, and healthy sexuality. She developed the five-stage Betrayal and Self-Development Model and aims to bridge research and practice in healing relationships. Dr. Hastings co-hosts the Marriage IQ podcast with her husband, offering research-backed strategies for couples. Her work influences therapists, coaches, and faith leaders, promoting trauma recovery, personal growth, and stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Ginger Healy
MSW, LSCW
Ginger Healy, MSW, LCSW, is a nationally recognized trauma therapist, author, and speaker with over 25 years advocating for children and families. She is Director of Programs for the Attachment & Trauma Network and co-hosts the Regulated and Relational podcast. Beginning as a child abuse investigator and school therapist, she later supervised social services at an international adoption agency, specializing in attachment and post-placement support. Ginger holds an MSW from UNLV, is certified in EMDR, NME/NMI, and PVI, and has authored award-winning books on emotional regulation and trauma-informed care. As a mother of four, she brings real-life experience to her work.
Tia Hollingshead-Styer
LCSW
Dr. Tia Hollingshead-Styer, DSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, educator, and program developer with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in mental health, crisis intervention, and wellness program design. As a certified crisis worker and founder of a wellness center, she supports professionals in high-stress fields through customized treatment and training. Dr. Tia mentors clinicians, advances trauma-informed care, and promotes cultural competency. A recognized expert in suicide prevention, she trains teams nationwide and serves as an assistant professor in social work, blending clinical practice, research, and education to empower communities and strengthen mental health systems.
Jackson Houmand
LCSW
Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, where he began working with youth at Telos Academy as a direct care staff before obtaining his graduate degree and taking on a clinical role as a primary therapist. He has a passion for building relationships and advocating for clients to own their progress throughout their journey. He strives to make each client the “captain of their own ship,” with the therapist providing guidance and direction. As his empowering approach is carried out, clients steadily grow in confidence and skill. Jackson believes in helping clients own their solutions as they build resilience during their therapeutic journey.
Kirsten Jacobson
LCSW
Kirsten Jacobson, LCSW, is a seasoned social worker, published author, and children’s mental health advocate with nearly 20 years of experience. She specializes in supporting children with invisible disabilities and leads a pediatric mental health clinic focused on innovative, evidence-based care. Kirsten authored My EMDR Journal and created the training program My Pediatric Toolbox. She co-hosts The Therapist Book Club and has received honors including the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Humanitarianism. A former Arizonan, she now enjoys hiking and gardening with her family in her new home state while continuing to advance compassionate care for children and families.
Amanda Kesler
LCMHC
Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience as a primary therapist in residential treatment since 2010. She began her career as residential staff and advanced into supervisory and clinical roles. Amanda specializes in trauma and attachment, with training in DBT, Radically Open DBT, ACT, ERP, and Emotion Focused Family Therapy. She is also trained in Brainspotting, DDP, SPARCS, Trauma Stewardship, and Trauma Informed Care. Her work includes in-home therapy for children and adolescents in foster and adoptive settings. Amanda has been with La Europa Academy since 2016 and currently serves as its Executive Director.
Emilee Krupa
SUDC, LMFT
Emilee is a Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s in MFT from Capella University. She has experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, wilderness therapy, and private practice. Emilee specializes in trauma, relationships, and ketamine-assisted therapy, having trained with Polaris Insight Center and other national leaders. She offers couples’ ketamine-assisted therapy to heal betrayal, loss, and trauma, and supports women in reclaiming their strength and authenticity. Passionate about experiential and alternative therapies, Emilee helps clients move beyond traditional talk therapy to rediscover healing and return to their most authentic selves.
Dan Lathen
Ph.D.
Dr. Dan Lathen is a neuroscientist and cognitive performance specialist who applies behavioral neuroscience to improve focus, motivation, memory, emotional regulation, and habits. His work addresses the mental health effects of digital saturation and supports addiction recovery. With research experience on the neurobiology of addiction and practical work at Odyssey House, he bridges science and application. Dr. Lathen co-authored The Superhuman Playbook, develops cognitive training programs, and shares insights through his "Ask a Neuroscientist" blog. He also consults with schools, businesses, and clinical teams to implement neuroscience-based strategies that enhance learning, resilience, and mental wellness.
Claire Manning
MSW, CSW
Claire works as a trauma-informed therapist at CAPSA, a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual abuse, and rape recovery center. Her background includes residential treatment for adolescents, child welfare, supporting individuals with disabilities, and her ongoing work with survivors of abuse. Claire's background and dedication to continued learning enable her to understand the systems that impact her clients. She is passionate about providing care that is client-centered and trauma-informed, utilizing systematic awareness, cultural humility, safety, and empowerment.
Vjollca Martinson
Ph.D., LMFT, MBA
Vjollca Martinson, Ph.D., LMFT, MBA, is a marriage and family therapist, author, and relationship expert with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, marital issues, addiction, and grief. Currently, she serves as the Clinical Director at Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital, leading a skilled therapy team. Vjollca mentors new therapists through graduate teaching, clinical supervision, publications, and conference presentations. She holds Approved Supervisor status from the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the Utah Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care.
William McCreary
Ph.D.
Dr. William McCreary is a retired Methodist pastor and seasoned psychotherapist with over 56 years of leadership experience across various settings, including religious, corporate, nonprofit, and academic sectors. He has served in clinical roles at institutions including McLean Hospital and the University of Utah, where he was Associate Dean of Finance and Development. Holding advanced degrees in theology, psychology, and business, Dr. McCreary is a Phi Kappa Phi scholar and IPI Fellow. Most recently, he co-led the Autism Clinic of Salt Lake City. His forthcoming book, Money and the Care of Soul, explores the intersection of finance and psychological well-being.
Clair Mellenthin
Ph.D., LCSW, RPT-S
Clair Mellenthin, Ph.D., LCSW, RPT-S, is an international speaker, award-winning author, and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. She is the creator of Attachment Centered Play Therapy and specializes in treating children, teens, and families. A former president of the Utah Association for Play Therapy, Dr. Mellenthin is the author of Attachment Centered Play Therapy, Play Therapy: Engaging & Powerful Techniques, and My Many Colors of Me Workbook. She presents regularly at national and international conferences and is a frequent guest on television and radio programs, offering expert insight on children’s mental health and family issues.
Tessa Nelson
CSW
Tessa Nelson is a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) with the CRCS and a Certified Social Worker (CSW). Tessa is presently a student in the Rehabilitation Counselor Education and Supervision (RCES) doctoral program at USU. Tessa holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Montana.
Natalie Noel
Ph.D.
Dr. Natalie Noel is an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah and the Director of the Utah Community Mental Health Clinic. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Utah. She completed her predoctoral internship at the Counseling and Student Development Center at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Her specialties include positive psychology, trauma, intersectional feminist and multicultural issues, academic success, and career development.
Gray Otis
Ph.D., LCMHC, DCMHS-T
Gray Otis, PhD, specializes in trauma recovery, compulsive behaviors, and core-focused treatment. He integrates resilient self-belief, holistic wellness, and fulfilling relationships to support mental and emotional well-being. Founder of the Institute for Qualified Trauma Specialists, he provides training for clinicians and authored Key Core Beliefs and Key Core Beliefs Trauma Care. A past president of the American Mental Health Counselors Association, he serves on the Utah State Substance Use and Mental Health Advisory Council, as well as other boards. He regularly presents on trauma recovery, emotional fitness, relationship effectiveness, and integrated behavioral health.
Janene Pack
CMHC, LPC
Janene Pack recently relocated to Utah from Virginia, where she built a thriving counseling practice with adolescents, parents, adults, and families. With 15 years of experience, she is passionate about adolescent development and the transition into adulthood. Janene holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of New Mexico and completed 4,500 LPC supervised hours in Virginia. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational grief through individual and group therapy. Janene is also an experienced public speaker, leading workshops and presentations for parents, teens, and young adults in schools and community settings.
Jenn Paschall
LAMFT
Jenn Paschall, LAMFT, is a marriage and family therapist at Cascade Counseling in Orem, Utah, specializing in couples navigating ADHD, trauma, and intimacy challenges. With a foundation in attachment-based and experiential therapies, she brings a compassionate, curious, and collaborative approach to her work. As someone with ADHD, Jenn understands firsthand how neurodiversity can impact connection, communication, and emotional regulation in relationships. She is passionate about helping couples shift from disconnection to deeper intimacy and understanding. In both her personal and professional life, Jenn is committed to creating safe, supportive spaces where people feel seen and empowered to grow together.
John M. Robbins
Ph.D., LMFT
Dr. John Robbins is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Utah, an AAMFT Clinical Fellow, and Approved Supervisor. With over 20 years of experience, his professional focus is training pre-licensed therapists and mentoring clinical supervisors. He co-founded PassageWise to promote effective and ethical clinical practices. John is a lead facilitator of the UAMFT 20-Hour Supervision Course, staying current on Utah's supervision and licensure regulations.
Leanne Rohrbach
LCSW
Leanne Rohrbach, LCSW, is a child therapist passionate about exploring how the neuroscience of attachment can support parents and caregivers in better understanding and connecting with their neurodiverse children. She graduated with honors from Baylor University and co-authored a chapter titled Relational Trauma in the Family System with Dr. Clair Mellenthin, included in the book Trauma Impacts. Leanne is currently working toward her Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential under the supervision of Dr. Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S and Valente Orozco, LCSW, RPT-S.
Tiffany Russell
LMFT
Tiffany Russell, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, sex therapist, and ADHD specialist. She is the Clinical Director at Cascade Counseling in Orem, Utah, where she supports individuals and couples in navigating relationships, intimacy, and neurodiversity. With extensive training in ADHD, sex therapy, and couples counseling, Tiffany takes a compassionate, real-world approach informed by both personal and professional experience. She helps clients address communication struggles, emotional regulation, desire differences, sexual dysfunction, and shame around sexuality—creating a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to build stronger, more connected relationships.
Victoria Sanders
Ph.D., LMFT
Dr. Victoria Sanders, PhD, LMFT, is licensed in California and Utah and specializes in trauma-informed care for individuals and families. Trained in EMDR, CPT, TF-CBT, and certified in Complex Trauma Treatment (Level II), she offers evidence-based therapy that fosters lasting, systemic change. With extensive experience supporting children in foster care, adopted youth, and their families, Dr. Sanders provides compassionate, tailored care. She is also a national speaker on topics including adoption, attachment, violence, and treatment approaches. Her mission is to empower clients to build resilience, reach their full potential, and navigate life with confidence.
Jennifer Morgan Smith
MBA, LMFT
Jennifer Morgan Smith is a Utah-based LMFT, AAMFT Clinical Fellow, and Approved Supervisor with an MBA and extensive experience in treatment center administration. She has worked in inpatient, residential, IOP, and outpatient settings. As co-founder of PassageWise, she trains and mentors clinicians in ethical practice and supervision. For the past five years, she has co-led the UAMFT 20-Hour Supervision Course alongside Dr. John M. Robbins.
Kathy Spencer
LCSW
Kathy holds a Master’s in Social Work and a Bachelor’s in Dietetics from Brigham Young University, as well as a Master’s in Health Promotion from the University of Utah, emphasizing eating disorder prevention. She has worked in inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings and served as Program Director for an adult residential eating disorder program. With over a decade of management experience, Kathy has trained staff in eating disorder care and verbal de-escalation. In 2022, she founded Rose Mountain Counseling in Orem, Utah. Kathy specializes in eating disorders, body image, women’s issues, anxiety, and trauma, utilizing EMDR and IFS modalities.
Deborah Stewart
MAPS
Deborah Stewart is a psychologist specializing in Educational and Developmental Psychology with over 15 years of experience in private practice. She holds degrees from the University of Waikato and the University of Western Sydney, including a Master’s in Educational and Developmental Psychology. As the owner of Rosemont Psychology in Sydney, Deborah serves families, schools, and missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) across Australia and New Zealand. She is a board-approved Psychology Supervisor and an active mental health educator, delivering workshops for schools and parents. Deborah also volunteers as a career counselor for returned LDS missionaries and has presented at the UVU Mental Health Conference.
Stefani Taylor
MSW, CSW
Stefani is a therapist at CAPSA, a domestic violence and rape recovery center, where she provides trauma-informed therapy to survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. She earned her BSW from Utah State University and her MSW with a clinical certificate from the University of Kentucky. Stefani’s background in child welfare and adult day treatment helped her build a strong, diverse clinical foundation. Deeply passionate about mental health, she is committed to continuous learning and is driven by a desire to support survivors in reclaiming their power and creating meaningful change in their lives.
Alexis Williams Valdez
LMFT
Alexis is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Psychology degree from Brigham Young University and an advanced degree from Utah Valley University. She began in residential treatment centers, advancing from direct care to HR training roles. Specializing in substance use, anxiety, and depression, Alexis uses CBT, DBT, EMDR, Structural Family Therapy, and attachment work. Certified in 7 Challenges and awarded Therapist of the Year at Telos in 2024, she approaches treatment systemically, creating lasting family change. Known for her energy and warmth, Alexis believes, “They don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Megan Verno
CMHC
Megan Verno, CMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor specializing in religious trauma and recovery from complex power systems. Her clinical work addresses religious disaffiliation, perfectionism, shame, anxiety, depression, and OCD. Megan developed and published a therapeutic group model for individuals leaving high-control systems, integrating psychoeducation and skills-based interventions. Trained in EMDR and trauma-informed care, she uses feminist multicultural theory to guide her approach. Megan’s work centers on identity reconstruction and psychological healing following religious and ideological harm. Follow her at novonexus.healspace or meganv_therapy on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky.
Joel Wallis
LCSW
Joel Wallis is a licensed clinical social worker and owner of a private practice in Utah County. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, out-of-control sexual behavior, and religious shame through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Joel helps individuals navigate the intersection of mental health, sexual health, and personal values in a compassionate, non-shaming way. He is especially passionate about supporting clients as they reconcile religious beliefs with healthy sexuality. Joel also provides professional training for clinicians on addressing sexual concerns in faith-based settings, promoting values-based behavior change and healing through evidence-informed, sex-positive interventions.
Chris Wilkins
LCSW
Chris Wilkins, LCSW, is a trauma therapist and addiction recovery coach with over 20 years of experience. He is the founder of Hobble Creek Health in Spanish Fork, Utah, and the nonprofit Heal the Hurt, which provides therapy scholarships. Chris holds an MSW from Arizona State University and is completing a Doctorate in Behavioral Health. He is trained in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and Neurofeedback. A passionate advocate for trauma-informed care, Chris hosts two podcasts—Heal the Hurt and Do Your Dailies—and speaks statewide on recovery, resilience, and the power of compassionate, evidence-based healing.
Sydney Williams
LCSW
Sydney holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah and is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant (CEDS, CEDS-C). She spent a decade as the Adult Residential Clinical Director at the Center for Change before founding Evergreen Therapy Collective in American Fork, Utah. Sydney specializes in eating disorders, women’s issues, infertility, body image, trauma (EMDR, IFS), ADHD/Autism, LGBTQIA2SP+ affirming care, and faith exploration. With over 20,000 hours of experience, she is passionate about mentoring and training therapists in eating disorder treatment and fostering clinical excellence in this highly specialized field.
Lanaiah Young
LCSW
Lanaiah Young, LCSW, is a trauma and attachment-informed therapist and the owner of a private mental health practice in Davis County. She specializes in helping individuals and families heal and integrate their experiences for a healthier future. Lanaiah is a Certified Lifespan Integration (LI) Therapist, Consultant, and Trainer, and serves as Secretary on the LI Institute Board and member of the Research Committee. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique journey and has extensive experience working with trauma, attachment issues, and complex relational dynamics.
