82 East Antelope Drive, Layton, Utah 84041, United States
PPCS provides affordable quality licensed therapy in No. Utah
"Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light." Brene Brown
Our Mission
To provide affordable high quality trauma-informed licensed therapy for survivors of trauma, those who have expereinced grief and loss, neurodivergent folks, and other life changing experiences in a non-judgmental, comfortable and safe space where we work together to develop trust and authenticity. We provide an open, gender affirming, and inclusive environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ*) clients, so they may live better and reach their full potential.
What's holding you back?
Deciding to talk to a therapist isn't a sign of weakness! Starting therapy can be scary; it can be terrifying to go into past traumas and to uncover the layers of unhealthy coping methods you’ve built to keep yourself alive. To face your fears and seek change is a huge personal decision. I have seen incredible healing over the years, and am privileged to have been allowed into people's pain and to walk along side them on their journey to healing. I welcome the opportunity to walk with you, and help you identify and overcome your obstacles so that you can live the more fulfilling life that you deserve.
You will develop healthy techniques that will utilize your strengths and help you learn to be more fully alive and present while managing life's challenges and the uncomfortable emotions that sometimes accompany change.
We will work together to establish a comfortable place for you to face your fears and resolve them. I use a variety of techniques along with ongoing dialogue and resource development to help you achieve your desired results.
Client-Therapist Relationship is Key!
Research consistently shows that a positive and nurturing client-therapist relationship is one of the most important factors to therapeutic success. My professional goal is to develop the highest quality relationship with each client while integrating a variety of evidence-based techniques that are catered to each client's specific needs.
We are here to help!
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
Life is hard, and it doesn't get any easier - but you can get stronger!
Working through and healing from trauma is difficult, but necessary if you want to regain control of your life. We are here to help you heal and achieve the peace, calm, happiness and fulfillment that you are searching for.
If you have experienced loss (death, sep
Life is hard, and it doesn't get any easier - but you can get stronger!
Working through and healing from trauma is difficult, but necessary if you want to regain control of your life. We are here to help you heal and achieve the peace, calm, happiness and fulfillment that you are searching for.
If you have experienced loss (death, separation, relationship, etc.) and need help and support while you grieve, we provide compassionate care through this messy and complex process.
Wtever life is throwing at you, we welcome the opportunity to help you identify and overcome your obstacles so that you can live the more fulfilling life that you deserve.
Worried about your teen?
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
Is your teen overcome with worries or fears, often feeling sad or withdrawing from people or activities previously enjoyed, engaging in self-harm, not listening to you, or having frequent mood swings? As a parent, are you worried or concerned that your child's behavioral or emotional problems may get worse, feeling incompetent or confused
Is your teen overcome with worries or fears, often feeling sad or withdrawing from people or activities previously enjoyed, engaging in self-harm, not listening to you, or having frequent mood swings? As a parent, are you worried or concerned that your child's behavioral or emotional problems may get worse, feeling incompetent or confused, discouraged after receiving unsatisfactory reports about your adolescent from teachers or other care-givers, feeling that you are being controlled by your teen or overwhelmed with your teen's behaviors or emotions?
As your teen matures, they will encounter stressful events that may lead to emotional or behavioral difficulties. As a parent, you want to do what is best for your child, but you may not know what to do or you may be using ineffective skills without knowing it.
My office provides a comfortable environment that allows clients to feel comfortable; with an atmosphere where they can safely process their emotions and to help them facilitate growth while strengthening communication skills.
LGBTQ+/Gender-Affirming
Struggling to heal from complex trauma, grief/loss, or how to cope with life's challenges?
LGBTQ+/Gender-Affirming
I am proud ally to the LGBTQ+ community and offer gender affirming psychotherapy for transgender and gender nonconforming clients. I view gender diversity as normal, not a mental illness.
Utah can often feel like a lonely place if you are part of the LBGBTQ+ community. I will provide a safe place to land during your journey in an accept
I am proud ally to the LGBTQ+ community and offer gender affirming psychotherapy for transgender and gender nonconforming clients. I view gender diversity as normal, not a mental illness.
Utah can often feel like a lonely place if you are part of the LBGBTQ+ community. I will provide a safe place to land during your journey in an accepting and non-judgmental setting. I can help you navigate the unique challenges/barriers you may be facing and will proudly advocate for you and support your emotional well-being.
I work with a wide range of ages and stages of transition. If you're transgender yourself, or if you're a parent of a teen or child who is exploring gender, I can be a support and advocate.
Not everyone who is gender nonconforming is transgender, not everyone wants to 'transition,' and not everyone wants medical intervention. No matter what you eventually decide for yourself, I will be there with support, and resources.
WPATH guidelines (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) maintain that gender non-conformity is NOT a "mental illness" but a natural variation in human gender presentation, & that any attempts to "fix" gender-variant children by conforming them to traditional gender norms is harmful & unethical treatment.
Don't give up!
Relationships
Suicidality/Self-Harm
Suicidality/Self-Harm
We have many relationships that may become challenging or toxic (e.g. marital, dating, peers, co-workers, extended family, etc.). If you are stuggling with any of these relationships, we can help. Through therapy, you can work on ways to improve those relationships, or end them if they are unsafe or unhealthy. We can also help with high-conflict divorces, and co-parenting issues.
Suicidality/Self-Harm
Suicidality/Self-Harm
Suicidality/Self-Harm
Self-harm is defined as "any self-inflicted action that intentionally induces pain and/or breaks the skin." Self-harm is a unhealthy coping skill that has developed to reduce emotional pain and keeps you alive. We can work together to replace those unhealthy coping skills with healthy ones that work for you!
Do you or your teen suffer fr
Self-harm is defined as "any self-inflicted action that intentionally induces pain and/or breaks the skin." Self-harm is a unhealthy coping skill that has developed to reduce emotional pain and keeps you alive. We can work together to replace those unhealthy coping skills with healthy ones that work for you!
Do you or your teen suffer from suicide ideation and/or engage in self-harm and don't know what to do? I can help! I have extensive experience helping individuals challenge their distorted thinking patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, and work through challenges that bring about feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.
Invisible Condition Alert Program
Utah Code 53-3-207
Utah’s Invisible Conditions Alert Program, created by the Utah Legislature during the 2023 Legislative Session, is a voluntary program that allows a person with a qualifying physical or mental condition to have a decal placed on a driver's license or ID card.
Utah's Invisible Condition Alert Program is designed to promptly notify first responders about a person's invisible condition that may directly impact the person's ability to communicate. Early identification of an invisible condition during interactions allows first responders such as law enforcement, firefighters, or emergency medical personnel to approach situations with heightened awareness and respond appropriately.
Qualifying Invisible Conditions
Utah Code 53-3-207: Invisible conditions include: a communication impediment; hearing loss; blindness or visual impairment; autism spectrum disorder; drug allergy; Alzheimer’s disease or dementia; post-traumatic stress disorder; traumatic brain injury; schizophrenia; epilepsy; a developmental disability; Down syndrome; diabetes; a heart condition; or any other condition approved by the department.
How We Can Help
If you choose to participate in this voluntary program and your therapist diagnoses you with a qualifying invisible condition, your therapist will assist you in completing the invisible condition request form and submiting it to the Driver’s License Division by mail, fax, email, or nearest office location.
Relevant Links
You can access informational materials and additional information via the links below.
- Utah Health Care Professionals and Invisible Conditions as defined in 53-3-207
- Utah Driver License Division
- Invisible Condition Request Form
- Invisible Condition Removal Form
- Statement of Invisible Condition
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Self-Pay vs. Insurance?
Where you can find us in the community!
Where you can find us in the community!
Pigeon Point Counseling Services offers a sliding-fee scale based on income. We do not accept insurance plans; however, we can provide a bill that you can submit to your insurance as an out-of-network provider (please check with your insurance company for verification).
For a great article about this topic, please visit: http://www.sandiegotherapists.com/comparison.html
Where you can find us in the community!
Where you can find us in the community!
Where you can find us in the community!
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FAQs
Where you can find us in the community!
FAQs
Have questions about our services? For quicker response, please email us at lisa.araujo.lcsw@gmail.com or call us at
801-683-6040.