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Life Enhancement Center provides the following experienced Professional Counselors and caring staff to assist with your treatment needs -
Russell Gaede, PsyD, Executive Director
Marriage and Family Specialist
Email Dr. Russ
Call/text Dr. Russ: 801-404-8750
Credentials
*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)*Adjunct Faculty for Utah Valley University
*Former Chair of Utah Professional Counselor Licensing Board
Educaton
*Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (Forest Institute)
*Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy (Forest Institute)
*Master of Counseling in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Psychology (University of Utah)
*Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT)
"Clients appreciate my respectful and challenging counseling style that helps to develop their character virtues. I like helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My clinical specialties include marriage and family issues, Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, spirituality, and pornography."Jason King, Clinical Director
Trauma & Addiction Recovery Specialist
Email Jason
Call/text Jason: 801-404-8733
*Doctor of Philosophy Candidate in Counselor Education and Supervision (Capella University student)
*Master of Counseling in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies (University of Utah)
Credentials
*Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
*Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT)
*Chair of the Utah Professional Counselor Licensing Board
"I enjoy helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Clients appreciate my gentle, caring, and non-judgmental counseling style that helps develop their strengths and resilience. My clinical specialties are trauma (PTSD), substance abuse, ADHD, pornography, and marital relationships."
Dave Ward, LPC
Adult Specialist
Email Dave
Education
*Master of Counseling in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
Credentials
*Licensed Professional Counselor
Tracie Foster, LPC
Mental Health Specialist
Email Tracie
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science (Utah Valley University)
Credentials
*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
*Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT)
"Navigating life’s challenges seldom come with instruction manuals. During these challenging times of life, peace, comfort and healing can be found. My goal is to assist those needing temporary help to get their lives back on track. I specialize in the treatment of addictions, depression, and anxiety, for individuals, couples, and families."
Allison Hansen, APC
Equine Specialist
Email Allison
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science (Utah Valley University)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
“By having balance in body, mind and spirit, people can achieve happiness, regardless of life’s challenges and circumstances. My clinical specialties include childhood, adolescent, and family issues, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and parenting.”
Addiction Recovery Specialist
Email Jared
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
Addiction Recovery Specialist
Email Tiffany
Education
*Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (Argosy University)
*Bachelor of Science in Sociology (Brigham Young University)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor (APC)
"I am honored when I can join an individual's personal journey toward health and happiness. Clients notice my individualized and friendly approach in treatment. My clinical specialties include adult and adolescent depression, substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and relationship issues." Mental Health Counselor
Email Laura
Education
*Master of Counseling in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Sociology (Utah Valley University)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor
Trauma and Addiction Recovery Specialist
Email Shelley
Education
*Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (Argosy University)
*Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Substance Abuse emphasis (Argosy University)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor
Developmental Disability Specialist
Email Tamatha
Education
*Master of Counseling in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix)
*Bachelor of Science in Human Services (University of Phoenix)
Credentials
*Associate Professional Counselor
Mental Health Counselor
Email Jared
Education
*Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (Argosy University)
*Bachelor of Science in Public Emergency Services Management (Utah Valley University)
"I have always had a desire to help children, adolescents, and families. After my son was diagnosed with Autism I knew where I needed to be; helping the children, adolescents, and families that struggle with any of life’s difficulties. I am currently working towards my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University. I am looking forward, with great excitement, towards my career as a Licensed Professional Counselor."
Email Ana
Education
*Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (Argosy University student)
Credentials
*Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AFMT)
Mental Health Counselor
Email Jared
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix student)
*Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Utah State University)
"Helping adolescents and their families to overcome their challenges and improve their relationships is something that I've passionately done for many years. Seeing people change their lives, improving their quality of life, is highly rewarding; it is the reason that I remain in this line of work."
Mental Health Counselor
Email Ben
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Phoenix student)
Mental Health Counselor
Email Mike
Education
*Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (University of Pheonix student)
Family Life Educator
Email Maggi
Education
*Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science, with an emphasis in Family Studies (Utah Valley Universtiy)
*Associate of Science (Utah Valley University)
"Life teaches us through many experiences. It's what we do with those experiences, that define who we are. My passion is to help others see their worth, and help them be the amazing people they are. I love to teach and be a part of the transformations people make."Call Jessie: 801-899-3480
Erin Nielson, Intern
Substance Abuse Counselor
Billing Specialist
Email Cierra
Call Cierra: 801-375-2246
Office Manager
Email Laurie
Call Laurie: 801-375-2246
