FAQs
What's the difference between couples counseling and premarital counseling?
Couples counseling addresses existing relationship challenges like conflict resolution, communication breakdowns, and rebuilding trust, while premarital counseling prepares engaged couples with foundational skills including communication, conflict resolution, and financial planning. Both services strengthen relationships, but premarital counseling focuses on prevention and preparation before marriage.How does family counseling help blended families?
Family counseling for blended families addresses unique challenges such as integrating different parenting styles, establishing new household roles, and managing loyalty conflicts between biological and step-relationships. At South Mountain Counseling LLC, we help families navigate transitions, improve communication, and align parenting approaches to create cohesive family dynamics.What age do you start seeing teenagers for counseling?
South Mountain Counseling LLC works with adolescents aged 13 and above. Teen counseling uses age-appropriate therapeutic techniques to address depression, anxiety, developmental challenges, and social pressures specific to this developmental stage.What evidence-based approaches are used for trauma recovery?
Trauma recovery therapy uses specialized evidence-based approaches designed to help survivors safely process traumatic experiences and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Treatment is tailored to each individual's needs and trauma history, allowing healing to progress at a comfortable pace.Can you do therapy sessions over the phone or online?
South Mountain Counseling LLC offers telehealth sessions via Zoom as well as in-person appointments. Telehealth provides flexibility and accessibility while maintaining the same quality therapeutic support as face-to-face sessions.What does stress management therapy actually teach you?
Stress management therapy teaches practical relaxation techniques, resilience-building strategies, and coping skills for daily stress management. Sessions focus on achieving work-life balance, managing chronic stress, and developing sustainable mental wellness practices you can use independently.How does grief counseling support the healing process?
Grief and loss counseling provides compassionate professional support to process bereavement, significant life changes, and various types of loss. At South Mountain Counseling LLC, we guide individuals through the healing process at their own pace, honoring their unique grief journey without rushing recovery.What's included in anxiety and depression therapy sessions?
Anxiety and depression therapy includes evidence-based interventions such as cognitive restructuring to change negative thought patterns, along with practical coping strategies for daily symptom management. Individual treatment plans target specific anxiety disorders or depression symptoms affecting your life.Is South Mountain Counseling accepting new clients right now?
Yes, South Mountain Counseling LLC is always accepting new clients. We offer individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and specialized services for adolescents and trauma survivors throughout the Draper and greater Salt Lake City area.What does domestic violence counseling focus on?
Domestic violence counseling focuses on safety planning, trauma recovery, and rebuilding healthy relationship patterns. Supportive therapy helps individuals affected by domestic violence process their experiences, establish safety measures, and develop skills for healthier future relationships.

