MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY

Somatic practitioners believe trauma is stored in the body. Anxiety, depression, PTSD are really just fear, sadness, or grief becoming stuck in the body. Through therapy (both physical and emotional), we help our bodies get unstuck & work through difficult emotions and sensations. Sitting in difficult sensations in the body (such as tightness in the chest) and allowing it to be there is powerful medicine. Like meditation, focusing on tightness and listening to the body of how it wants to move that emotion. Maybe that’s crying, stretching, swaying, clenching & releasing - our bodies know what to do. When we have interrupting thoughts, we gently bring our focus back to the sensation and stay with the emotion. Trusting that our bodies will bring the sensation down naturally as we listen to what it needs. Somatic therapy can help you work with emotions that get stuck. What is your body calling you to do? -Jess

Cultural anthropology and my strong passion for helping others led me to my career as a therapist. I have so much gratitude for one professor in my freshman year of undergrad who helped me channel my deep desire to understand what makes people tick and supported my pursuit of therapy. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help us build resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and create lasting, positive change. I’m honored to support clients in building a meaningful, authentic life. -Leanna

There’s no shame in feeling depressed or getting mental health support for it. Depression will probably tell us otherwise. It can be convincing but just because it is a good liar. Check on your loved ones and get support if you need it, everyone deserves it. We accept insurance to help make therapy more accessible, give us a call if you need help navigating insurance and would like to schedule a session. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #depression #utahtherapy #virtualtherapists #kaphaseason #kaphaimbalance

You’re not alone if you’re feeling lonely OR you’re struggling to make friends in SLC. Below is a list of ideas to make friends but it’s not exhaustive, just a starting point. Reach out to a therapist if you need additional support, community & connection are valid needs and an important part of mental wellness. 1. Start a hobby outside of your house & go regularly! * Sports. @beehivesport * Art. @saltlakegallerystroll, @whats.ya.vibe * Yoga. @saltlakepoweryoga @yogasix_sugarhouse * Climbing. @momentumclimbingutah @thefrontclimbing * Pottery. @workshopslc @saltlakepotterystudio * Pickleball. @thepicklr.saltlakecity @secondsummitcider * Pilates. @bodybardowntownslc @clubpilatesmarmalade 2. Pick an organization you support and get involved. * Gardening. @wasatchcommunitygardens @thegreenurbanlunchbox * Animal shelter. @utahhumane @bestfriendsanimalsociety * Humans. @mealsonwheelsliberty @foodjusticecoalition @unshelteredutah @utahpridecenter * Environment. @healutah @treeutah 3. Use Social Media & Apps * @bumbleforfriends - similar to dating app Bumble but focuses on platonic relationships. * @realrootsgals - for women, connect with other women through various activities. * @meetup - connect to people and groups through local events and groups. * @timeleft @dinnerwithstrangers_ - connect with new people over a meal. * Facebook groups 4. Be a regular if there’s a place you enjoy (cafe, bookstore, etc) * @cozycoffeeslc * @coffeegardenslc * @legendariumbooks * @loveboundlibrary 5. Take a Group Tour or Class * @wineacademyofut * Check your local library calendar! * @visitsaltlake * @saltlaketrolleytours * @saltlakecitywalkingtours #utahcommunity #makefriends #communityiskey #findyourpeople #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #saltlakecity

Every day we are full of gratitude for the women in our world—clients, colleagues and friends as well as women in the community. Today we are just creating a post about it. We are amazed by you. #InternationalWomensDay #SocialJustice #WomensRights #womensmentalhealth #thefutureisstillfemale

Join us for a sound bath and some gentle yoga to transition into spring. Sound baths can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and restore balance to mind and body. 🌿 For questions or to sign up, reach out to therapy@juniper-healing.com #mentalhealthmattersforall #SoundBath #Yoga #Wellness #welcomespring #kaphaseasoniscoming

Somatic practitioners believe trauma is stored in the body. Anxiety, depression, PTSD are really just fear, sadness, or grief becoming stuck in the body. Through therapy (both physical and emotional), we help our bodies get unstuck & work through difficult emotions and sensations. Sitting in difficult sensations in the body (such as tightness in the chest) and allowing it to be there is powerful medicine. Like meditation, focusing on tightness and listening to the body of how it wants to move that emotion. Maybe that’s crying, stretching, swaying, clenching & releasing - our bodies know what to do. When we have interrupting thoughts, we gently bring our focus back to the sensation and stay with the emotion. Trusting that our bodies will bring the sensation down naturally as we listen to what it needs. Somatic therapy can help you work with emotions that get stuck. What is your body calling you to do? -Jess

Cultural anthropology and my strong passion for helping others led me to my career as a therapist. I have so much gratitude for one professor in my freshman year of undergrad who helped me channel my deep desire to understand what makes people tick and supported my pursuit of therapy. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help us build resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and create lasting, positive change. I’m honored to support clients in building a meaningful, authentic life. -Leanna

There’s no shame in feeling depressed or getting mental health support for it. Depression will probably tell us otherwise. It can be convincing but just because it is a good liar. Check on your loved ones and get support if you need it, everyone deserves it. We accept insurance to help make therapy more accessible, give us a call if you need help navigating insurance and would like to schedule a session. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #depression #utahtherapy #virtualtherapists #kaphaseason #kaphaimbalance

You’re not alone if you’re feeling lonely OR you’re struggling to make friends in SLC. Below is a list of ideas to make friends but it’s not exhaustive, just a starting point. Reach out to a therapist if you need additional support, community & connection are valid needs and an important part of mental wellness. 1. Start a hobby outside of your house & go regularly! * Sports. @beehivesport * Art. @saltlakegallerystroll, @whats.ya.vibe * Yoga. @saltlakepoweryoga @yogasix_sugarhouse * Climbing. @momentumclimbingutah @thefrontclimbing * Pottery. @workshopslc @saltlakepotterystudio * Pickleball. @thepicklr.saltlakecity @secondsummitcider * Pilates. @bodybardowntownslc @clubpilatesmarmalade 2. Pick an organization you support and get involved. * Gardening. @wasatchcommunitygardens @thegreenurbanlunchbox * Animal shelter. @utahhumane @bestfriendsanimalsociety * Humans. @mealsonwheelsliberty @foodjusticecoalition @unshelteredutah @utahpridecenter * Environment. @healutah @treeutah 3. Use Social Media & Apps * @bumbleforfriends - similar to dating app Bumble but focuses on platonic relationships. * @realrootsgals - for women, connect with other women through various activities. * @meetup - connect to people and groups through local events and groups. * @timeleft @dinnerwithstrangers_ - connect with new people over a meal. * Facebook groups 4. Be a regular if there’s a place you enjoy (cafe, bookstore, etc) * @cozycoffeeslc * @coffeegardenslc * @legendariumbooks * @loveboundlibrary 5. Take a Group Tour or Class * @wineacademyofut * Check your local library calendar! * @visitsaltlake * @saltlaketrolleytours * @saltlakecitywalkingtours #utahcommunity #makefriends #communityiskey #findyourpeople #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #saltlakecity

Every day we are full of gratitude for the women in our world—clients, colleagues and friends as well as women in the community. Today we are just creating a post about it. We are amazed by you. #InternationalWomensDay #SocialJustice #WomensRights #womensmentalhealth #thefutureisstillfemale

Join us for a sound bath and some gentle yoga to transition into spring. Sound baths can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and restore balance to mind and body. 🌿 For questions or to sign up, reach out to therapy@juniper-healing.com #mentalhealthmattersforall #SoundBath #Yoga #Wellness #welcomespring #kaphaseasoniscoming