You deserve more than just coping. You deserve to heal.
Acceptance Courage Trust
Welcome to Salty Counseling
A space for high-achieving Millennial women and queer folks who are done pushing through and ready for deep, lasting transformation.
You look like you have it all together—but inside? You feel anxious, exhausted, and stuck in patterns that won’t let go.
Hi, I’m Q Porschatis (she/her), a trauma therapist and founder of Salty Counseling in Salt Lake City. I specialize in EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and Somatic Therapy to help you move beyond survival mode into a life that feels calmer, clearer, and more connected.
This is therapy for people who are ready to go deeper.
Together, we’ll heal the root of your pain and help you reconnect with a calmer, clearer, more grounded version of yourself.
On the outside, you’re successful. You’re the one everyone relies on. But inside? You feel anxious, exhausted, and stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break—no matter how hard you try.
Maybe you’ve done therapy before. It helped a little, but the same triggers, fears, and self-doubt keep coming back. You’re not broken. You’re human. And you deserve more than just coping—you deserve to heal.
Hi, I’m Q Porschatis (she/her), a trauma therapist and EMDRIA-certified trauma specialist based in Salt Lake City. I work with high-achieving women and queer folks who feel like they’ve tried everything—therapy, self-help, pushing through—but still feel anxious, exhausted, and stuck in the same painful patterns.
At Salty Counseling, I take a different approach. Using EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and Somatic Therapy, I help you heal at the root—not just manage symptoms. Together, we’ll calm your nervous system, process unresolved memories, and gently rewire the old beliefs holding you back so you can feel lighter, calmer, and fully present in your own life again.
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This Isn’t “Talk Therapy” as Usual
You’ve probably spent years analyzing your past, venting about your week, and learning coping skills. But if those same patterns still keep showing up—relationships that don’t feel safe, a body that never fully relaxes, a mind that won’t stop racing—it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough.
It’s because most therapy doesn’t go deep enough.
At Salty Counseling, I take a different approach.
Using a trauma-informed, body-based process, we’ll:
Calm and regulate your nervous system (so therapy doesn’t feel overwhelming)
Gently process unresolved memories with EMDR
Rewire old beliefs and patterns stored in your mind and body
This isn’t about endlessly revisiting your past. It’s about helping your brain and body heal so you can finally move forward.
Clients say this work feels more focused, active, and deeply healing than anything they’ve tried before. Together, we’ll create the safety and support you need for real transformation—not just temporary relief.
Unlock Your True Authentic Self
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EMDR Therapy in Salt Lake City
The Perfectionist
Do you feel like no matter how much you achieve, it’s never enough? Therapy can help you untangle perfectionism, heal from critical or unavailable caregivers, and finally feel good in your own skin.
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Trauma Therapy in Salt Lake City
The Lasting Impact of Toxic Relationships and Unavailable Parents
If your past still impacts how you feel about yourself or relate to others, you deserve support that gets to the root of the pain—not just its symptoms.
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Burnout and Stress Recovery in Salt Lake City
The Effects of Stress and Burnout
High achievers often push themselves past the breaking point. Together, we’ll help you step out of fight-or-flight, restore balance, and create space for a calmer, more joyful life.
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Anxiety Therapy in Salt Lake City
When Anxiety Feels Like Your Constant Companion
If you’re stuck in fight-or-flight—overthinking, on edge, and unable to rest—therapy can help. Together we’ll calm your nervous system, untangle anxious patterns, and help you feel grounded and in control again.
What Clients Say About EMDR Therapy in Salt Lake City
I no longer meet criteria for PTSD!
“I've worked with Q for about a year, and I am pleased to say that after my last meeting with my psychiatrist, I no longer meet the criteria for PTSD! I am so happy that I worked on my trauma. I literally have been healed. If you are on the fence about starting therapy, let me just say, do it! It's so worth it! I was so scared to start because who wants to really look at their sh*t, but Q prepared me with tools before diving in.”
-N.M.
Guidance That Transforms
“Q offers such wisdom and patience in every session. She has helped me tremendously through counseling. I’ve been able to build healthier relationships, and my current relationship has truly flourished!
Thank you for your hard work and everything you do. I’ve seen real, lasting progress. I truly value our time together and couldn’t have made it this far without your support. I will always be grateful.”
-L.K.
A Therapist Who Truly Cares
“The care and intentionality Q brings to every session is extraordinary. I’ve never worked with a therapist who feels so deeply invested in my well-being. Q has created a space where I feel truly seen, supported, and empowered—and that has made a profound difference in my life. Her energy and passion for healing are both inspiring and contagious.”
-R. S.
Trauma Relief
“I have been carrying this my whole life, and now I know that I didn't have to hold on to this for so long. Talk therapy didn’t work for me. It felt like we would just go in circles year after year. Finally, a way to actually work through the yuck so it stops affecting my life. I can't believe more people don't know about EMDR.”
-V.V.
Life Transitions
“I always figured I was in a toxic relationship. But I was always scared to leave. I allowed people to walk all over me. My anxiety was through the roof, and I felt frozen. Q helped me to understand where all of this was coming from. She helped me put my past back in the past, and it has been there ever since. EMDR is a beautiful, magical thing that I think all people could benefit from.”
- R.L.
Stress Management
“While working with Q I learned all about my nervous system and why I couldn't get out of my stress and anxiety. I learned skills to manage my anxiety and stress and I feel like I improved my overall well-being. I feel more grounded and calm and more in control of my life.”
-C.T.
The Logistics
New Client Availability:
We are currently accepting new clients. Please inquire for further details.Business Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
11:00 AM – 3:00 PMSession Costs & Insurance:
For detailed information about pricing and to verify your out-of-network benefits, please visit our Contact Page.Health & Safety:
If you’re feeling unwell, please let us know in advance. We’re happy to switch your session to online therapy to ensure your comfort and safety.
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Our Mission
We empower women and queer individuals to tap into their inner healing, fostering personal growth and helping them become the best version of themselves.
Our goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space where clients can explore their identities and experiences without judgment.
By integrating the most advanced tools, evidence-based techniques, and cutting-edge research, we deliver effective, efficient treatments that support lasting, meaningful change.
This Is Your Moment to Heal.
You’ve done enough holding it all together. Therapy can help you release what’s been weighing you down and finally feel at home in your own life.