Take Care of Your Mental Health with
Tim Allen, CMHC

Therapy in Sandy, Utah

Now Accepting New Clients

Welcome to my practice in Sandy, Utah, where hope and healing meet. As an experienced therapist, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals of all ages – from children and teenagers to adults. My tailored approach encompasses evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Addiction Counseling, ensuring that you receive the support you need on your unique journey toward mental well-being.

Specializing in

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    EMDR

    EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapeutic approach aiding trauma recovery.

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    CBT

    CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, empowers individuals to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, aiding diverse mental health issues.

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    DBT

    DBT therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, provides coping tools for emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

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    Addiction

    Addiction recovery counseling offers support and guidance to those struggling with addiction and those in substance abuse recovery.

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Those I Support

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    Children

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    Teenagers

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    Adults

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    Couples

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Meet Tim Allen, CMHC

I began my journey toward becoming a mental health therapist in 2007, after a change in my major from chemistry to psychology. After many years struggling with my own addiction, I was able to take control of my life after entering into treatment for substance use. My experience in treatment lead me to the next step in my personal journey: recovery.

Through my own treatment, I was able to see the impact that counseling had on me. I knew that I was meant to provide that same type of support and empowerment to others who are struggling with addiction and mental health issues. My education began by obtaining my bachelors degree as a Substance Use Counselor, eventually leading me to gain my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. These educational paths allowed me to be equipped to help guide others through their journey toward recovery, and allowing me to gain an additional, more clinical understanding of the mental health issues that accompany addiction. In addition to my work in substance use, I have been fortunate to have worked with people from a variety of diverse backgrounds, concerns and mental health issues.When I am not working with clients one-on-one, I enjoy skiing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, and working out to maintain my own recovery and mental wellness.

Why Choose Tim Allen as your Therapist

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    In-person & Virtual

    Visit me at my beautiful office in Sandy, Utah . Can’t make it? Virtual Zoom meetings also available.

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    Insurance & Self Pay

    I take most insurance companies including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, and United Health Care.

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    Personal Experience

    I’ve been there & “done that” when it comes to my own mental health. Therapy changed my life as a Recovering Addict.

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    Years of Experience

    I have been studying and practicing Mental Health for over 15 years. I am committed to continuous study.

Reviews

  • Tim is an incredible therapist. I go to Tim for help with recovery as well as processing past traumas through EMDR. He has helped me face emotions and change the way I view difficult situations. I highly recommend him

    Sarah H.

  • Tim is amazing! He truly cares and really is so great at helping his clients find answers instead of just telling them what to do.

    Drew W.

  • Tim has been a wonderful therapist in helping me overcome so many issues. He listens attentively and is he really down-to-earth and practical about his approach to therapy. I don’t feel like I need to hold anything from back to him. He is compassionate yet straight forward in getting to the bottom line. He also practices EMDR which has been incredible in helping me process childhood trauma. If you are looking for a good therapist in Sandy, I highly recommend Tim. I have seen so much progress since going to him.

    Kellie Z.

What Can Therapy Help With?

Depression

Depression is a common mood disorder that affects an individual’s thoughts, emotions, and overall well-being. Common symptoms of depression are low mood, loss of interest in activities, hopelessness, sadness, and changes in sleeping and eating patterns. Therapy modalities such as CBT and EMDR are helpful in coping with emotions and negative thinking.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a persistent feeling of fear, worry, or apprehension. Often accompanied by physical symptoms such as increased heart rate, muscle tension, and difficulty concentrating. Anxiety is a common response to threat, but often times can become excessive and unnecessary . Therapy can help individuals face and overcome their anxiety through modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT.

PTSD & Trauma

PTSD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition that can happen to individuals that have witnessed one or more traumatic events. Symptoms of PTSD include intrusive thoughts, depression, anxiety, avoidance of triggers, nightmares, flashbacks, and more. EMDR can help those who have experienced trauma with reprocessing traumatic events in a safe setting.

Relationships

Marriage and relationships can be difficult to navigate. Therapists can help couples and individuals with understanding, navigating through conflicts, and communicating better with one another. Therapy can strengthen emotional bonds and help guide couples into a resilient and more intimate relationship.

Personality Disorders

Personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcisistic Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder can be extremely challenging for both the individual and their loved ones. With Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) individuals can learn how to better process their emotions.

Addiction and Recovery

Therapy plays a vital role in addiction recovery by addressing underlying issues and promoting sustainable change. Modalities like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) help individuals identify and modify harmful thought patterns, while Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) fosters emotional regulation.

How Much Does Therapy Cost?

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    Individual Therapy

    Insurance often covers individual therapy; self-pay options from $90/hr. Prioritize your mental health with affordable choices.

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    Couple's Therapy

    Insurance covers couple’s therapy; self-pay options from $90/hr. Prioritize relationship health with affordable choices.

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    EMDR

    Insurance often covers EMDR therapy; self-pay options from $90/hr. Invest in your well-being with affordable choices.

The No Suprises Act
Effective January 1, 2022, the No Surprises Act, which Congress passed as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, is designed to protect patients from surprise bills for emergency services at out-of-network facilities or for out-of-network providers at in-network facilities, holding them liable only for in-network cost-sharing amounts. The No Surprises Act also enables uninsured patients to receive a good faith estimate of the cost of care. For more explanation of your rights and protections under this Act, follow the link below.

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 FAQs

  • Therapy works by creating a supportive alliance between the therapist and client. This relationship supports a safe environment for open communication, fostering trust and vulnerability. Therapy can help with multiple mental health issues such as depression, PTSD, trauma, relational issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, and more. Therapy can assist in setting goals, emotional regulation, processing trauma, and more. Therapy can help equip individuals with resilence to stress, anxiety, and negative thought processes.

  • Therapy can help with a wide arrange of mental health concerns and issues. Commonly used for depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and personality disorders. Therapy is for every one regardless of mental health issues or a healthy mental state.

  • Tim Allen, CMHC, specializes in CBT, DBT, EMDR, couple’s counseling, and addiction counseling. Tim works with children, pre-teens, teenagers, adults, couples, and recovering addicts.

  • Tim Allen, CMHC, specializes in CBT, DBT, EMDR, couple’s counseling, and addiction counseling. Tim works with children, pre-teens, teenagers, adults, couples, and recovering addicts.

  • Tim Allen, CMHC, takes most insurance providers such as : Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, United Health Care, and Optum. Self-pay prices are $100 for individual and couples therapy. EMDR is $125. Read more about the No Surprises Act here

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