Find a Therapist near Springville, UT

Experiencing anxiety, trauma, or big life changes can be tough. My name is Jonelle Edwards, a dedicated therapist passionate about helping you navigate life challenges. I offer a supportive, safe space where together, we'll build resources as you explore a confident relationship with yourself and enriched relationships with others. Come as you are and find a space where you can be heard and understood. If you're ready to start meaningful work towards positive changes and lasting growth, I'm here to support you every step of the way. If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling to express yourself, know that you're not alone. I'm honored to work with those grappling with depression, self trust, societal pressures, relationship struggles, and passionate to serve the LGBTQIA community. My goal is not only to help you process challenges, but also to cultivate awareness of your strengths, resilience, and capacity for change by integrating Evidence-Based Psychotherapy, Clinical Art Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I aim for therapy to feel like a place where you can appreciate who you are, explore who you are becoming, and feel seen along the way. Let’s work together to uncover your potential and achieve meaningful change. Our therapeutic space is a sanctuary for connection, reflection, and growth. Here, your authentic self is celebrated, and obstacles become opportunities for personal development. I welcome all who are ready to actively participate in their therapy journey, aiming to facilitate deep, meaningful change.

After nearly 25 years in this field, my approach has always been relationship-based first. Trust and rapport are paramount for all ages. Therapy is an extremely personal and vulnerable experience; empathy is crucial. I first seek to understand the problem and the individual, as each individual has different needs based on age, issues, and personal history. Therapy is tailor-made for every client. I keep a low client case load to ensure the best individual care. My therapy approaches are built on “positive psychology” principles such as self-determination and self-efficacy. I work to build my clients up so they can support themselves rather than being perpetually dependent on a therapist and/or medication. I incorporate a variety of approaches in therapy, depending on what the individual needs and what will be most helpful to them. Some approaches are simple and concrete, while others are more abstract and dedicated to deeper, more spiritual work. I provide cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to some clients, and with others, I provide internal family systems therapy and shadow work when clients need some deep inner work. For me, the idea of therapy is synonymous with change. I tend to avoid diagnosing unless it is helpful, and I avoid empty talk therapy. My goal is to help people change and find the life they are seeking. I specialize in working with teens, parents, and families, but I have extensive experience working with most issues and have worked hard to understand the underlying issues and the interplay between them. I have worked to understand how various issues affect each other. It is also my goal to get to the core of the issues rather than dealing with symptoms. Ultimately, it is my goal to see people get better.

I take a client-centered approach, examining what each client would like to work on or receive support with. By focusing on the relationships we have with our thoughts and feelings as well as how we navigate the relationships in our life, we are better able to determine how to make choices that we feel good about. This is at the core of my practice, helping you to make decisions that you feel good about.

Are you feeling stuck in your life, relationships, thoughts, emotions, or habits? Are you feeling too broken or walled off, or anxious to engage in meaningful connections with others? Are you struggling with knowing or liking who you are? Do you get stuck overthinking things? Current research suggests that meaningful connections are at the core of solid mental health. Do you need help identifying what is holding you back from a life of meaningful connections and healthy relationships? Do you feel lost, confused, or alone? Using a range of different modalities tailored to your needs, I'll help you gain tools to navigate anxiety, depression, insecurities, and trauma in order to build a healthy relationship with yourself and others, find a sense of purpose, overcome past trauma, and grow through your challenges. I became a therapist because I care deeply about humans and their journeys. Whether you're hesitant to try out therapy or you've been doing this for years, I will make you feel comfortable and provide a safe space where you can be open and honest. I believe people are incredible, resilient, and can find the insights and tools they need by engaging in the therapeutic process.

I understand what it’s like to say 'yes' when your soul is screaming 'no.' To live in constant turmoil, caught in the webs of other people’s expectations. Many of my clients share the pain of not recognizing their own lives; of appearing in control on the outside while feeling lost inside. Over time, I noticed how often therapy stopped at insight instead of true transformation. That’s why my work focuses on helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and people-pleasing patterns through EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based therapy. I offer direct, compassionate guidance and practical tools so you can stop living for everyone else and start living for yourself. Therapy can help you reclaim your voice and create a life that finally feels like yours. My practice is virtual only, so you can show up from the comfort of your own space: no commute, no waiting rooms, just real connection wherever you are. I serve clients in Utah, Virginia, Ohio, Nebraska, Texas, Washington, and New York. Clients describe me as real, warm, and straightforward. I believe therapy can be hard work, but it doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time! I enjoy a good laugh with clients, and I think humor can be healing too. Together, we’ll uncover what’s keeping you stuck, strengthen your boundaries, and help you build confidence in who you are. If you’re ready to feel calm, clear, and grounded in your life again, I’d be honored to guide you there.

I think that therapy can be an incredible tool for clients to use to improve their lives, whether it's navigating difficult relationships, overcoming obstacles, or just looking for a third party to talk to. I want to improve the lives of my clients through the therapeutic relationship that is developed in therapy. There is no cure-all for the challenges that we encounter in our lives and as a therapist, I can tailor our sessions to what will help you accomplish your therapeutic goals.

As a seasoned Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide treatment to those suffering with intellectual, emotional, and relational pain. My ideal client is one who recognizes they have the immediate need to address presenting problems, and need professional assistance to change. My personal approach to healing includes compassionate support with clinical challenge. Over the years, I have developed the specialty of treating previous treatment failure. My clients recognize the uniqueness of my approach, as I join with my clients as we confront necessary issues which must be addressed in order to bring healing and resolution.

There is no one cure-all for the challenges of life and seeking help through therapy is a big step for anyone! I believe in supporting the strengths an individual has to help them find their best way forward through the challenges of life. I studied culturally relevant social work and use it to see the values and strengths passed down through an individual’s culture and their experiences. I believe in creating strong therapeutic relationships that can help a person feel safe and supported as they explore the challenges of their life. We all have strengths that can get us through hard things, and I believe in supporting individuals to find those strengths and use them. I use a holistic perspective and collaboration to find what works best for the client so they can build their coping mechanisms and tools to face life. I have experience working in various positions in schools and I know that there is no one cure-all for the challenges of life and seeking help through therapy is a big step for anyone! I believe in supporting the strengths an individual has to help them find their best way forward through the challenges of life. I use culturally relevant social work and use it to see the values and strengths passed down through an individual’s culture and their experiences. I believe in creating strong therapeutic relationships that can help a person feel safe and supported as they explore the challenges of their life. We all have strengths that can get us through hard things, and I believe in supporting individuals to find those strengths and use them. I use a holistic perspective and collaboration to find what works best for the client so they can build their coping mechanisms and tools to face life. I hold a Master's degree from Tulane University and a Bachelor's degree from Utah State University in Secondary Education and Brigham Young University-Idaho in Marriage and Family Studies. I am also certified in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).

Welcome! No matter who you are or what challenges you face, therapy should be a life-changing experience that helps you move forward, heal, and reach your fullest self. We all face challenges in life, and you deserve a space where you feel seen and heard. Your presence here is a sign that you are taking important steps toward meaningful change. Keep going! Through personalized treatment planning, my goal is to equip clients with tools, knowledge, and evidence-based strategies to navigate and overcome challenges and move forward. I specialize in treating complex trauma, gender dysphoria, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), anxiety, and depression, and offer eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and exposure and response prevention (ERP) as evidence-based treatments. I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental, and safe environment where all clients can bring the fullness of their experiences, concerns, needs, goals, and aspirations into the therapy space. Together, we will develop a plan to drive change and help you move forward. Take the next step by scheduling a free consultation or appointment today.

With over eighteen years of experience as a child and family therapist, and as a graduate of the University of Utah, specializing in interactive, solution focused, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral therapies, I am currently serving as a private therapist working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, related issues, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), physical and sexual abuse, autism spectrum issues, and more. In addition to specializing in the treatment of the above mentioned conditions, I have had significant experience in teaching many relationship-based groups such as; dialectical behavioral therapy, oppositional defiant issues, parenting classes, 123 magic parenting classes, and educational divorce groups. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.