Insight Counseling Group
Healing and Growth

Since she was young, Lydia has been passionate about listening to and working with others. After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at Utah State University, Lydia decided to follow her passion and received her Master Of Social Work (MSW) program with an emphasis in mental health from the University of Utah.

Lydia utilizes EMDR therapy and a trauma-informed lens especially in tandem with modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and always strives to utilize a client focused approach. She strives to provide a safe space to find clarity, seek healing, empowerment, and meaning. 

Robert has been pursuing an education and career in the mental health field since seeing significant struggles with addiction both personally and within his native community in North Carolina.

Robert began working in the mental health profession in 2010 as a wilderness guide. Remaining in this industry for over a decade, he has worked both for wilderness programs and at residential treatment centers. He started as a direct care staffer, working directly with adolescents and adults. He then worked his way to the residential director, where he formulated policy and trained staff in trauma-informed care and evidence-based best practice approaches. He has worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, alcohol abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and people on the autism spectrum. With a broad spectrum of experience, Robert enjoys working with all clients and loves building healing relationships meant to facilitate generalizable internal motivation and change.

Substance and alcohol abuse are among some of Robert's stronger areas of expertise. And he has significant training in trauma-informed care for approaching individuals struggling with many forms of trauma exposure, whether that exposure is direct trauma or complex. He is educated in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness, as well as couples and family therapy. During his time working in treatment centers, he was trained heavily in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).

Madi's professional journey in mental health began during her undergraduate studies, working as a crisis counselor supporting survivors of sexual assault and as a care technician at a residential treatment center for women and girls with eating disorders. Madi has also served as a case manager at a community mental health clinic, assisting clients with severe and chronic mental illnesses in navigating government benefits such as Social Security Disability Income, food stamps, and Section 8 housing assistance. Madi enjoys working with clients of all ages, with a particular interest in supporting those undergoing life and faith transitions. She has experience with various mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety.

Madison uses a variety of different modalities, including DBT, CBT, Gottman, IFS, and trauma therapies. She has extensive experience working with DBT, focusing on skills like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Additionally, she utilizes CBT to assist clients in identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and behaviors, which is particularly effective for treating depression and anxiety. Madison is also proficient in IFS, helping clients understand and heal their internal "family" of sub-personalities or "parts."

Mariah received her MSW from University of Utah, and over these years has counseled adolescents, couples, and individuals struggling with substance abuse, life transitions, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, trauma, and interpersonal conflicts before coming to Insight Counseling to continue working in private practice. 

Mariah provides therapy to a diverse clientele, ranging from adolescents (ages 12+) to adults. Mariah specializes in anxiety disorders, depression, self-esteem issues, marital conflict, PTSD and trauma, anger management, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. Mariah uses the treatment modalities of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Music & Art Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).

From a young age McKenzie felt passionate about the field of social work and began taking psychology classes in middle school. McKenzie knew her goals and started working hard to reach them when she started to take college classes in high school and graduated with her associates degree at 17. McKenzie has only ever wanted to be a helping hand in someone’s healing journey.

Over the years McKenzie has had experience working with adolescents and young adults healing from eating disorders, trauma, body dysmorphia, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, anxiety, and depression. Mckenzie uses DBT, CBT and IFS to help her clients.

Allison completed her Master of Social Work at Boise State University summa cum laude. She also received her bachelor's degree in social work at Weber State University.

Allison has more than 9 years of experience working in mental health. She has experience in crisis stabilization, as well as in hospital and school-based mental health counseling. Allison prioritizes her client's safety, trust, and authenticity. She has a solid history of building comfortable and strong relationships with clients.

Allison utilizes holistic and systems therapy approaches in the therapy session while using CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and psycho-educational modalities to create an individualized treatment that can expand beyond talk therapy.

Allison specializes in spiritual concerns, crises of faith/faith transitioning, and religious trauma. She also sees a variety of clients with needs ranging from ADD/ADHD, adolescent/adult self-worth, anxiety, behavioral addictions, depression, disassociation, eating disorders, transitional adjustments, intrusive thoughts, stress management to many others.

Justin studied Social work as an undergrad after changing his major from psychology and music performance. He graduated from Utah Valley University in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in Social work and from University of Utah with his Masters of Social Work. Initially,  his focus had been global social work, but his interest changed after he had the opportunity to provide therapy for individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders and mental health issues.

The majority of Justin's clinical experience has occurred in Crisis work and suicide prevention. He has worked for the Utah state crisis line and suicide hotline and has enjoyed getting to work with individuals in crisis. Besides that, he had some experience working with youth in a residential treatment setting for young men struggling with substance use. Over the past year, Justin has spent time providing therapy for adults with substance use disorders in a residential treatment setting. Justin had also been running an intensive outpatient group several nights a week.

Justin has training in acceptance and commitment therapy, Mind-body Bridging EMDR, and motivational interviewing. Justin has a certification as a certified crisis worker.

Maddie always knew she wanted to work in a profession where she could connect and help people, which is why she chose to study social work. She graduated with her MSW from UVU, and loves helping others find themselves through the therapeutic process.

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Maddie has experience managing and working in a group home with adults with special needs. She also has experience working as a behavioral health specialist with children and adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric unit. Maddie has found her passion in connecting and helping people through individual therapy. She has experience working with adults who are recovering from addiction and also working on bettering their mental health. She is excited to broaden her experience by working with diverse individuals in various aspects of the mental health world and help guide them to reaching their full potential.

Maddie uses the modalities of DBT, CBT, IFS, Gottman, EMDR and psychonalysis to help her clients improve.