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Samantha M. Tanner

Clinical Mental Health Counselor Dandelion Counseling and Wellness PLLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Abuse Survivors,
In network with Aetna, Cigna Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Utah Public Employee Health Plan (PEHP),

Introduction

Hello! I’m Samantha. I work with teens and adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, transitions, and the challenges of living in today’s world. I work with clients who are processing experiences such as domestic violence, sexual assault, religious trauma, childhood trauma, and grief or loss. I’m especially passionate about providing LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and have spent over a decade volunteering and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe therapy should be collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in respect for your unique story and lived experience. My approach to therapy is strengths-based, relational, and client-centered. I integrate evidence-based approaches including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and relational therapy to support healing from trauma, anxiety, and depression. Together, we’ll work to understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building on your existing resilience and strengths. Whether you are working through trauma, navigating identity, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the weight of the world, therapy can be a place to reconnect with yourself. My hope is to help you move beyond survival toward greater self-compassion, self-acceptance, and lasting healing.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • CMHC #12987460-6004 (UT)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Samantha M. Tanner accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Utah Public Employee Health Plan (PEHP)
  • Select Health

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 53 Minute Session $130
  • Initial appointment and Evaluation $160

Locations

Dandelion Counseling and Wellness PLLC
Layton, UT 84041-4886
Headway
Layton, UT 84041-4800
Telehealth

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling - University of Phoenix
  • Bachelor's Degree, Clinical Psychology - University of Utah

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Trauma

Professional Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapist Guild of Utah

FAQ

Is Samantha M. Tanner accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Samantha M. Tanner is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Samantha M. Tanner offer telehealth appointments? Samantha M. Tanner does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Samantha M. Tanner specialize in? Samantha M. Tanner specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Fears/Phobias, Gender Identity, Grief, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Open Relationships/Polyamory, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, and Harm Reduction.
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