Trauma & Anxiety Therapy in Draper, Utah
On the outside, it may look like you’re handling everything — a thriving career, family commitments, and the steady pace of life in Draper. But beneath the surface, you might feel anxious, stretched too thin, or weighed down by old wounds. At Salty Counseling, we help high-achievers in Draper heal at the nervous-system level through EMDR and somatic therapy, so you can finally feel grounded, whole, and free.
Therapy for Draper Residents Ready for Real Change
Many of our clients from Draper reach out because they’re:
Managing it all, but feeling drained. On the outside, you appear reliable and accomplished, yet inside, you feel restless, worn down, or stuck in survival mode.
Exhausted by perfectionism. You’re constantly striving to meet high standards — at work, at home, and in relationships — but it never feels like enough.
Carrying unresolved trauma or family wounds. Old pain still influences how you see yourself and how safe you feel in the present.
Ready for more than quick fixes. You’ve tried podcasts, mindfulness apps, or self-help books, but the deeper shifts you’re longing for haven’t happened yet.
At Salty Counseling, we use EMDR, somatic therapy, and polyvagal-informed care to help your nervous system reset, making healing possible at the root level.
Why EMDR & Somatic Therapy Work
A lot of clients come to us after trying different ways to manage stress and anxiety. Maybe you’ve kept journals, pushed harder, or turned to talk therapy, but something still feels stuck. That’s because trauma and stress aren’t just in your thoughts — they’re stored in your nervous system.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain reprocess painful experiences so they no longer hold the same emotional weight.
Somatic therapy reconnects you with your body, making it possible to notice and release the stress patterns you’ve carried for years.
Polyvagal-informed therapy helps you understand your body’s stress responses and gives you tools to return to balance more quickly.
This work goes deeper than coping skills. It addresses the root of why you feel stuck, so you can experience lasting change.
EMDR & Somatic Therapy for Draper High-Achievers
Through this approach, you’ll learn how to:
Release patterns of anxiety, shame, and self-criticism
Reconnect with your body and rebuild a sense of safety
Develop resilience so you can handle stress with greater ease
Heal deeply — not just get by day to day
Clients often describe this process as different from anything they’ve tried before. Instead of just talking about stress, you begin to experience change in your nervous system — the place where healing really happens.
For many Draper clients, this shift feels like finally being able to take a full breath after years of carrying the weight of expectations. It’s not about becoming someone new — it’s about coming home to yourself, without the constant pressure of perfectionism or the grip of old wounds.
Why Clients Choose Salty Counseling
Many of our Draper clients tell us that what drew them in was the focus on healing at the nervous-system level, rather than just talking about problems. They’d already tried surface-level coping — maybe through church groups, podcasts, or even previous therapy — but still felt stuck in old patterns.
At Salty Counseling, the difference is in the depth of the work. Instead of endless analyzing, we combine EMDR, somatic therapy, and polyvagal-informed care to create real change in how your body and mind respond to stress. Clients often describe feeling lighter, more present, and better able to connect in relationships. For high-achievers especially, this shift makes it possible not just to function, but to finally feel at ease.
Therapy Options for Draper Residents
Our office is just a short drive from Draper, located in downtown Salt Lake City. Many clients use the time in the car as a transition — a chance to step away from responsibilities and prepare mentally for a session that’s just for them.
Salty Counseling
352 Denver St STE 220
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Others prefer the convenience of secure telehealth sessions. Whether you’re at home, in a private office, or traveling, virtual therapy makes it simple to stay consistent without adding another commute to your schedule.
Both in-person and virtual therapy are designed to fit seamlessly into your life, so support is always within reach. And if you’re balancing work, parenting, or a demanding travel schedule, flexible options make it easier to stay committed to your healing process.
Take the Next Step Toward Healing
If you’re a Draper high-achiever who’s ready for more than surface-level coping, therapy can help you finally step out of survival mode. At Salty Counseling, we move at your pace, creating a safe space where you can release old patterns and rediscover balance.
It’s natural to feel hesitant before starting therapy. Many of our clients wondered if it would really help, or if their struggles were “too much.” Others felt nervous about whether therapy would actually work for them, especially if they had tried other approaches in the past. But reaching out often becomes the turning point — the moment you choose yourself.
The first consultation is a chance to talk openly, ask questions, and see if this kind of therapy feels like the right fit. No pressure, no judgment — just a supportive space to begin.
Serving Draper & Nearby Areas
In addition to Draper, we also welcome clients from Alpine, Sandy, Lehi, and throughout the Salt Lake City area. Whether in-person or online, Salty Counseling is here to support your healing journey.