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Meet the Therapist

At Therapy Utah, we’re invested in your healing process. When you come to us for help, you’ll be matched with a trained and licensed therapist whose methods and communication style provide the best possible support for you and your needs.

Mikaela Zundel, CSW

Therapist

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Are you looking for a trusted ally to support your child or teenager on their journey to emotional well-being and resilience? Parenting is no easy feat and navigating the ups and downs of your child’s emotional world can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, understanding, and collaboration. Whether it’s recovering from trauma, coping with family changes, or managing anxiety and depression, I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where young clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore their thoughts and feelings. I’m also passionate about supporting children and their parents through the process of improving communication and strengthening familial relationships to reduce conflict and build trust.

I have experience working with kids, teens, and young adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, life transitions, relational conflicts, and more. I use a variety of evidence-based techniques in practice to address these issues, including play therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and Internal Family Systems. I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they navigate the critical period of development, which is childhood and adolescence.

I love working with kids and teens and am passionate about the work I do. Our kids are the future and I believe whole-heartedly in giving them the safety, support, and skills they need to thrive in today’s world.

If you’re looking for compassionate support for you and your child or teen, I’m here to help.

Phone: (385) 254-3522
Email: mikaela.zundel@therapyutah.org
Trained In: DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, IFS
Specializations: Depression, Anxiety, Suicidality/Self-Harm, Teen Therapy
Works Mostly With: Children, Teens, Adults
Languages: English

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Core Values

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We understand trauma, addiction, betrayal, and abuse

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We are systemic in our process

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We encourage feeling, communication, intimacy, and healthy attachments

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Inspiring our team and clients to be amazing

The History of Therapy Utah

Brannon Patrick and Kathy Kinghorn began their therapy careers in private practice over a decade ago, working with clients seeking help with sex addiction and betrayal. Since then, they’ve received the highest levels of training in both group and individual therapy work.

Five years ago, Brannon and Kathy started Therapy Utah to provide a deeper level of support for individuals, couples, families, and children seeking help with various challenges. They also developed the LIFT Program to create a unique and thriving community of support for people suffering from sex addiction and betrayal trauma.

Brannon also hosts the Real Talk Recovery podcast with his brother Tyler Patrick (the wandering therapist), providing accessible insights into relationships affected by addiction and betrayal. Before that, he hosted a similar podcast called The Betrayed, the Addicted, and The Expert for over four years, reaching listeners all over the web.

Kathy has a passion for educating professionals on sexual addiction and betrayal trauma. She has spoken at national and local conferences, and is a part-time instructor at The University of Kentucky. She’s also a field instructor for The University of Utah, and is on the advisory board for Sundance Academy. Kathy is also the author of The Long Road to Recovery, and hosts The Three Minute Therapist podcast. Kathy enjoys speaking engagements, and is available for events upon request.

Today, Therapy Utah provides in-person and online therapy services for a diverse range of clients in specially-designed facilities. We hire experienced, licensed therapists who specialize in specific modalities, provide detailed in-house training, and focus on matching every client with a therapist who will support their goals and needs effectively.

Our Culture

Find out what staff members have to say about working with us:

“Working for Therapy Utah has helped me to grow and achieve both my professional and personal goals. The Therapy Utah team is amazing. They’re committed to excellence. And they’re committed to helping and building up their staff as much as they are committed to helping their clients. I’ve learned so much and have continued to develop a lot of my professional skills while working for Therapy Utah.”

“Working at Therapy Utah has given me great experience for professional development while allowing me to achieve good life-work balance. I love that I have a community at Therapy Utah that is invested in my personal goals and wants to give me opportunities to grow and succeed.”

“Therapy Utah has opened my eyes to various possibilities and career choices as well. I have gained a greater appreciation for others and their experiences as well as improving my critical thinking skills as well. Everyone here does their best to make our client experience very positive.”

Work with Therapy Utah

Our people are the core of Therapy Utah’s success. By employing licensed therapists, providing specialized in-house training, and hiring the best support staff we can find, we invest in the success of our team and the clients we work with every day.

We’re always looking for compassionate, motivated, and organized members to join our thriving practice. Find more details on how to work with Therapy Utah below and browse current job postings.