Seasoned EMDR-Certified Trauma Therapist | OCD Therapist in Clinton, Utah

You Know Something Needs to Change, But You're Not Sure How to Get There

Maybe you've spent years trying to make sense of what happened to you.

Maybe someone made you question your own reality. You've learned to put everyone else's needs before your own, second-guess your decisions, or feel responsible for keeping everyone around you happy.

Maybe you're carrying the effects of trauma, abuse, or a relationship that left you feeling like you lost a piece of yourself along the way.

Or maybe your struggles look different.

Your mind won't stop running through the same thoughts. You replay conversations, question whether you've done something wrong, or feel overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts that don't seem to make sense.

Maybe your relationship with food or your body has become exhausting. You know certain thoughts and behaviors are taking up too much space in your life, but simply telling yourself to stop hasn't worked.

You're tired of feeling stuck. You want to feel more like yourself again.

You don't have to figure it all out alone.

Meet Stephanie: An Experienced Trauma and OCD Therapist in Clinton

I'm Stephanie Sonntag, LCSW, a seasoned, EMDR-certified therapist who helps people navigate trauma, abuse, domestic violence, OCD, eating disorders, and body image concerns.

I believe there's more to your story than what you're struggling with right now.

You are not defined by what happened to you, the thoughts that show up in your mind, or the ways you've learned to cope.

My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I want to understand your experiences, help you make sense of patterns that have kept you stuck, and work alongside you to create meaningful change.

I don't expect you to have all the answers when you walk into my office. And I don't believe therapy should be about judgment, pressure, or telling you what you should feel.

I believe it should be a place where you can finally be honest about what you're going through and feel supported as you figure out what comes next.

Trauma Therapy and EMDR in Clinton: You Are More Than What Happened to You

Trauma doesn't always look the way people expect.

Sometimes it's a painful experience you can clearly remember. Other times, it's years of emotional abuse, manipulation, criticism, or relationships that made you question your worth.

You might find yourself constantly on edge, struggling to trust people, feeling disconnected from yourself, or reacting to situations in ways you don't fully understand.

You may even know that something is in the past, but your body and emotions don't seem to know it yet.

As a seasoned EMDR therapist in Clinton, I help individuals explore how distressing experiences have affected their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self.

I'm certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based therapy that can help people process traumatic memories and reduce the distress connected to them.

I also use Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed and other trauma-informed approaches to help you better understand the parts of yourself that have worked hard to protect you.

Our work isn't about forcing you to relive painful experiences or rushing you toward healing.

It's about helping you understand yourself with greater compassion, process what you've been carrying, and begin creating a life that isn't controlled by the past.

You deserve to feel like your life belongs to you again.

OCD Therapy in Clinton: You Are Not Your Intrusive Thoughts

Living with OCD can feel like being trapped in a conversation with your own mind that never really ends.

Maybe you find yourself checking, reviewing, seeking reassurance, or trying to figure out whether a thought means something about who you are.

You might feel embarrassed by your intrusive thoughts or worry that someone will misunderstand them.

Maybe you've tried to reason your way out of anxiety, but the relief never seems to last.

I want you to know that having an intrusive thought doesn't mean it reflects your intentions, your values, or your character.

As an OCD therapist in Clinton, I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients understand OCD patterns and develop healthier ways of responding to distressing thoughts and uncertainty.

Together, we work on reducing the hold that obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors have on your day-to-day life.

The goal isn't to eliminate every uncomfortable thought or feeling. It's to help you experience greater freedom in how you respond, so you can spend more time living according to what matters to you.

Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Concerns

Sometimes the relationship you have with yourself can feel like the hardest relationship of all.

Maybe your thoughts about food, weight, or appearance take up more of your day than you want them to.

You might find yourself caught between wanting things to change and feeling afraid to let go of familiar behaviors.

I work with individuals experiencing eating disorders and body image concerns, providing a compassionate space to explore the emotions, beliefs, and experiences connected to these struggles.

My approach is collaborative and respectful of the complexity of your experience.

You deserve support that sees the whole person, not just the symptoms you're experiencing.

My Approach: Therapy That Helps You Understand Yourself, Not Judge Yourself

I believe meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to try something different.

I bring both professional experience and genuine compassion into our sessions.

As an EMDR-certified therapist, I incorporate several evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches depending on your needs, including:

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Helping you process distressing memories and experiences.

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed therapy: Exploring different parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion.

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): Helping you respond differently to OCD-related fears and compulsions.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Developing flexibility in how you respond to thoughts and emotions while moving toward what matters to you.

• Motivational Interviewing: Exploring mixed feelings about change and supporting progress toward your goals.

• Trauma-informed therapy: Creating a collaborative environment that respects your experiences, choices, and sense of safety.

Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither are the people who come to see me.

We'll work together to identify what feels helpful, understand the challenges you're facing, and develop skills you can take into your everyday life.

A Little About Me: Real Life, Real Connection

I'm a therapist, but I'm also a single mom.

I understand that life can be complicated, unpredictable, and sometimes messy. I believe in being authentic and transparent with my clients because I know how important trust is in a therapeutic relationship.

Part of that honesty includes recognizing that balancing professional responsibilities with parenting occasionally means a scheduling change may be necessary.

If that happens, I'll always do my best to provide as much notice as possible. The Mindful Connections team will also work with you to reschedule as soon as possible.

I value genuine connection, honesty, and compassion, and those values are a big part of how I show up as a therapist.

You don't have to pretend everything is okay when you walk into my office.

You can just be yourself.

Stephanie's Schedule and Appointment Availability

I typically offer therapy appointments between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM most weekdays, with one evening of availability.

If daytime appointments work well for your schedule, I'd love to explore whether we're a good fit.

Please contact Mindful Connections to learn about my current openings and appointment options.

Let's Find a Way Forward Together

If you've been looking for a trauma therapist in Clinton, an experienced EMDR therapist, or someone who understands OCD, I know that reaching out can feel like a big step.

You may still have questions. You may not know exactly what you need. You may simply know that you don't want to keep feeling the way you've been feeling.

That's enough to begin a conversation.

My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you reconnect with yourself and move toward meaningful change.

You are more than what you've experienced. And you don't have to navigate the next chapter alone.

Contact Mindful Connections to request an appointment with Stephanie Sonntag, LCSW.