ADHD in Utah Co, ACT for OCD, scrupulosity, life transitions, values-based
Meet Sophie Mickelsen
Hi I'm Sophie,
Do you ever feel like you don’t quite fit in—like you’ve tried, but you’re still not sure what to say or how to act? Do you feel misunderstood, or that people see you differently? Maybe you’ve repeated yourself over and over and still don’t feel truly heard.
Oddballs unite. I’m here to help you make sense of the world. You, with your offbeat humor and unique perspective, are always welcome in my office.
I hold a master’s in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health, and I specialize in working with children and teens who feel like they don’t quite fit the mold—whether they’re anxious, angry, withdrawn, or just overwhelmed. I use child-centered play therapy and teen-focused interventions that make room for big feelings and messy growth.
I also incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into my work. DBT skills like emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are especially powerful tools for teens and young people learning to navigate intense emotions or social struggles. Whether we're building coping skills, improving communication, or learning how to manage emotional storms, my goal is to help each client feel safer, stronger, and more connected.
I provide a judgment-free space to talk—with unconditional positive regard for every client, at every stage. Therapy with me is collaborative and creative. No cookie-cutter plans here—your treatment is shaped around you.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, family dynamics, emotional dysregulation, or just trying to figure things out, I'm here to walk with you.
A little about me:
I’m married with two hilarious little boys who keep me on my toes (and frequently interrupt my piano playing). I love music and fix up old accordions in my spare time—currently, I own four and am refurbishing a fifth. When I’m not making tiny DIY dollhouses or experimenting in the kitchen, I’m probably cleaning my house. (Let’s be honest—I don’t love cleaning, but it’s how I spend most of my free time, so it deserves a mention.)