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Geek Therapy

Chelsy–Child and Teen Therapy, Geek Therapy, Individual Therapy–October 8, 2021March 21, 2023

By Melena Stevens

What Hogwarts house do you belong to? DC or Marvel? Who’s your favorite Disney Princess? Star Wars or Star Trek? Favorite TV Show or movie? Favorite Book Series/Author? What music do you listen to? These are questions I like to ask when I meet someone for the first time. You can tell a lot about a person by what and who they identify with in current pop culture.

We are in a new era for therapy. When I was growing up, therapy was not talked about. It would be whispered about. Now there are memes about it. “Guess what my therapist said today!?” I love that therapy and mental health is becoming more accepted! And with that, means we have so many different ways we can approach it. In our society today, our passions are a huge part of our life. Fandoms, if you will. We’re ready to go binge the new show on Netflix, or go see the new Avengers movie. So, why not use that enthusiasm for things we enjoy to help us learn therapeutic principles.

We can learn a lot from our fandoms. I have made Harry Potter be required reading for some teens. Harry Potter can teach us about grief and loss, foster care, how to stand up to bullying, how to face our fears. Heroes in both Marvel and DC have had traumatic events happen to them before they became heroes. Most lost their parents or caregivers. They also have weaknesses along with their strengths. All but one Disney Princess lost at least one parent, several lost both parents. When we can relate new skills we are learning with something we already know and understand will help us learn how to apply them to our lives.

For the record, I am a Slytherin for life. Dr. Strange is my favorite hero because he got his superpowers by reading books. Belle and her library are the best. Star Trek over Star Wars, though I appreciate both. I love reading, and fantasy is my favorite. I love listening to 90’s alternative/punk. And I watch way too much Netflix. I am a geek. I’m weird. And I love it. I embrace it. I hope to help you embrace your unique inner geek while working on core issues. Live long and prosper!

If you are interested in Geek Therapy in Northern Utah, give us a call today.

Call or Text: 801-277-6851

Emily

I absolutely love this program. Very skilled and talented professionals. Highly recommend to families and kids.

Ariel

I have been going to unified family therapy for several years, they’re so kind and professional. I highly recommend them and have so much gratitude for everyone that works there.

Joel

The place was very well set up and the staff was friendly! The counsellor we spoke with helped us have a productive discussion. This place would be especially good for young kids it seems.

Ida

I have had nothing but an amazing experience at this place, the front office staff is amazing and so friendly and the therapists are there for whatever you need no matter what and willing to work around your schedule!

Heidi

I have been working with Heidi for about two years. She came highly recommended, and rightfully so. She has experience with and understands standard childhood issues, as well as the more complex issues that can surface in kids with less-than-ideal family relationships. She works well with and is respectful to all parties involved, but is constantly and consistently on the child’s side for any conflict or issue that comes up. She supports the kids in learning and developing their own skills and toolsets for dealing with life’s problems, and has been available for added support when kids need it for bigger or scarier or newer things. She also includes interested caregivers in learning what they can do to help support their kids in their development. I recommend her to anybody I know who is looking for help for their kids.

Kaige

I unfortunately couldn’t continue seeing Jamie due to scheduling issues (highly recommend her though). This was a heartbreaking time for me, and I was really struggling with not being able to get the help I was finally ready to accept. The front desk girl, Brooke, went out of her way to help me. She was able to get me in with another therapist with the company closer to home, and went out of her way to advocate for me with the billing department. Thank you for caring about me when I didn’t care about myself. This place truly has your best interests at heart.

Timothy

I have been very impressed with UFT. Our son works with Jody and she is very kind, knowledgeable and skilled. Our son loves working with her. We also use Jamie has a co-parenting therapist and I’ve had many positive experiences working with her. She is passionate and a great advocate for each of us as parents. The front desk is always professional, courteous and helpful.

Valerie

We’ve had a great experience with the therapists at UFT. Between all of our family members having therapists, we’ve worked with Marissa, Malory, Melena, Jamie, and Jody. My kids love their therapists and have developed strong trust and relationships. They all have unique strengths and thoughtful approaches to individualize and meet the needs of each client. Highly recommend.

Sarah

My daughter has been seeing Melena for a few years now and we love her. She is a wonderful therapist, she has truly helped my daughter and I am thankful for her!

Linn

Chelsy,

I don’t think I could’ve made it through those few years without your insight, guidance, and support, and I can’t thank you enough for how much you helped me at such a pivotal point in my life. Thank you for helping me realize I had agency at that age, helping me persevere and have empathy for myself. And for being so devoted to navigating my family conflict and advocating for me—that’s something I will always remember and I wouldn’t be the same without.

Elan

Thank you for all your time and patience with me and Eli over the past 4 years. You have helped our son develop into a fine young man. I do really appreciate the investment you provide for our youth.

Elan

Happy Parents

Chelsy treated one of our children for anxiety related issues that had proven debilitating for our young, teenage child. Many elements of daily activity had proven immensely and uncharacteristically challenging for our child who previously had enjoyed considerable success across academics, athletics, friendships and community engagements. Our child could not explain the source or origin of their anxiety and struggled daily to get by. The level reached an almost insurmountable level when a close colleague introduced us to Chelsy who had successfully counseled their child. She provided an exceptional environment and framework for our child to understand the nature of their challenge, actively engage in strategies to manage and overcome it, and progress to an excellent outcome. Chelsy is patient, caring, charming, and loving. She has a great ability to build trust and respect with children and foster a nurturing environment for them to successfully address and overcome life challenges. We highly recommend her.

Happy Parents