Individual Trauma Therapy for Adults in Salt Lake City
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Welcome to New Heights Counseling
Cody Merrell, LCSW
You may be carrying more than others realize. It might show up as anxiety, self-doubt, emotional exhaustion, or a quiet sense that you’re both too much and not enough. Even if you can’t fully name what feels off, you may know you’re ready for things to be different.
Therapy is a place to slow down, reconnect, and make sense of your story. It isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about understanding what shaped you and creating space to live with more clarity, calm, and confidence.
At New Heights Counseling, I provide affirming, trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating shame, perfectionism, anxiety, and the lasting effects of trauma. Therapy here is centered on you — your experiences, your values, and what matters most in your life. If my approach feels like the right fit, I invite you to reach out.
You’re welcome here.
Why New Heights Counseling
Life can leave invisible marks that shape how we think, feel, and connect. I work with adults who want to understand these patterns and move toward something steadier and more authentic.
Common reasons clients begin therapy include:
Healing from trauma or difficult life experiences
Anxiety, self-criticism, and emotional burnout
Relationship challenges and attachment wounds
Perfectionism and fear of not being enough
Depression or loss of direction and motivation
Shame, identity, and belonging
Culturally sensitive support for gay men and LGBTQ+ adults
Life transitions, authenticity, and self-trust
Working Together
Therapy at New Heights Counseling is built on connection, curiosity, and care. I work with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, untangle what’s been holding them back, and create a life that feels more grounded and fulfilling.
I often support:
Healing from Trauma
Support for individuals processing trauma, anxiety, identity conflict, or relational wounds.
Secular & Non-Religious Support
Therapy that honors atheist, agnostic, spiritual-but-not-religious, and non-religious perspectives.
LGBTQIA+ Adults
Affirming therapy for queer, trans, and nonbinary adults seeking support, perspective, and a space to talk about what matters to them.
Gay Men
Affirming support for gay men navigating relationships, self-confidence, identity, and the impact of past experiences.
Why I Do This Work
I believe in the strength of human resilience. While no one should have to suffer, I’ve seen how people draw on courage and insight to face deeply painful experiences and move toward living in a way that feels more grounded, intentional, and aligned with who they are.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Utah, I’m committed to providing therapy that is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care. My approach is warm and thoughtful, integrating proven methods with genuine human connection.
This is a space where you can show up as you are, bringing whatever you’re holding and however you’re feeling.
How Therapy Works
Therapy at New Heights Counseling is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your needs. I integrate EMDR and EMDR informed approaches, CBT, Humanistic, Existential, Narrative, psychoeducational strategies, and other approaches to support processing, insight, and emotional resilience.
Some sessions focus on reflection and connection, while others involve structured trauma processing or skill-building. Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you understand yourself more fully and live with greater intention and ease.
We begin with a free 15-minute phone consultation to talk about what you’re looking for and see whether my approach aligns with your needs. If you decide to move forward, you’ll complete the intake paperwork on your own through the client portal, and we’ll schedule your first appointment. Ongoing therapy is shaped by your goals and clinical needs, with a collaborative plan that supports your growth at a pace that feels right for you.
Sessions are typically 50 minutes. Longer extended EMDR sessions (60+ minutes) are available for extended processing and are typically self-pay only. These sessions allow for sustained therapeutic work without interruption and may qualify for partial reimbursement depending on your insurance plan.
In-person sessions are available in Salt Lake City, with telehealth options across Utah.