Sage Canyon Counseling

02/05/2026

All we need is some graham crackers and chocolate....

02/05/2026

Is there a CPT code for “client and I ate cake and lamented the woes of the world at large?” If there isn’t, I feel like there needs to be.

01/08/2026

The idea of reinventing oneself because the calendar changes to a new year is an interesting concept. And it can be the start of a process of meaningful growth and change. Or, it can be a well-intended but ultimately flawed way of approaching "doing different" that ignores self-compassion and inherent self-worth. There is no one right way to work on yourself. And, sometimes it is worth considering "Do I even need to be worked on to begin with? Is there more right with me than there is wrong?"

12/29/2025

Why is being sensitive often couched as a negative trait? What makes others uncomfortable about someone having particular emotional needs?

12/22/2025

Sometimes it can be hard to tell if therapy is helping when you’re in the midst of all the hard work and growth. Also, change can be a gradual process.

It’s not always pretty, and sometimes it’s subtle, but when you notice things like:

• You pause before reacting
• You understand why you feel the way you do
• Hard moments pass a little faster
• You’re kinder to yourself afterward

It may mean you’re on the right track.

12/16/2025

Not sure who needs to hear this but….

12/13/2025

“How does this make you feel?” (Said in an Austrian accent of course)

12/11/2025

💙 Autistic individuals deserve more than “good enough” care.

📊 78% of autistic children have at least one mental health condition, and depression affects ~26% of autistic adults — over 3x the general population.

🌿 At Sage Canyon Counseling, we provide autism-informed therapy that meets each person’s unique needs, builds coping skills, and fosters confidence and connection. Our approaches are based on advanced training and specialization so that we can provide the high-quality care and support autistic individuals and their families deserve.

12/10/2025

Here’s the secret to becoming a well-seasoned clinician 😆

12/08/2025

🌟 Exciting News for Our Autism Community! 🌟
I’m thrilled to share the launch of the Sage Canyon Autism Foundation, a new nonprofit supporting autistic individuals and their families here in Utah. We’re officially registered with the state and awaiting our 501(c)(3) determination from the IRS.

Why this foundation exists:
After 20+ years of working with autistic kids, teens, and parents, I saw the same needs over and over:
• More community and connection
• More autism-informed activities and supports
• Families overwhelmed by the cost of therapies and services
• A huge need for advocacy and real, accessible education about autism
Too many families are navigating this journey alone — or without the resources they need. We want to change that.

What we’ll be doing:
• Autism Outdoors Utah will be a core program operated by the foundation, and will continue providing autism-informed outdoor meetups, groups, and community events.
• We will expand our efforts to provide parent/caregiver support.
• We plan to offer scholarships to help families access therapy and essential services.
• We will facilitate autism-affirming advocacy and education for parents, professionals, and the broader community.
• We will develop programs shaped hand-in-hand with autistic individuals.

Right now, we’re building our community, gathering input, and preparing to launch our first initiatives. If you want updates or ways to get involved, comment or message me — I’d love to connect.

You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get ongoing updates on our offering.

Find us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583412192940

Find us on Instagram

Here’s to building a community with more access, more understanding, and more joy for autistic individuals and their families. 💙

Our mission is to provide support and services to enhance and empower the lives of autistic individuals and their family members.

12/08/2025

12/06/2025

Holiday wins don’t have to be big.
Sometimes it’s “I didn’t argue,” “I took a break,” or “I didn’t overcommit.”

What’s one small win you’re hoping for this year?

Drop yours i the comments below! Someone else probably needs to hear it 😊