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Brittany Shields

Brittany Shields

CSW
Certified Social Worker

As a Certified Social Worker, I provide a welcoming space to offer support and coping skills. We know it is not easy to take the initial steps into therapy; however, it shows strength, motivation for change, and compassion for self. I would love to collaborate with you to develop the skills necessary to work through stress, trauma, life obstacles, and changes. I have a passion for helping those with a variety of mental health conditions. I grew up in a military family, and I love working with military service members, veterans, and their families. 

I know how important it is to find things in life that I enjoy. A few of my favorites are painting, reading, and going on hikes with friends and family. Taking care of myself in this way allows me to feel relaxed and appreciate my day. 

I have developed a specialty in utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT is proven effective in treating complex trauma, PTSD, depression, and behavioral issues, among other conditions.I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a treatment that can help reduce emotional upset linked to traumatic memories.

Specialties

Specialties: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression
Modalities: DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Interpersonal Effectiveness), SFT, CBT
Populations: Adults

Previous Experience

- Women’s Fresh Start Foundation (Women’s Resource Center)
- Lakeview Hospital, Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
- Salt Lake City’s George E. Wahlen Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DBT Team and Suicide Prevention Team)

Education

- M.S. 2018-Psychology, Arizona State University
- M.S. 2023-Social Work, University of Utah

Board Certification

Utah license awarded by DOPL in 2023: Certified Social Worker.
License number: 13405078-3502

Practice Locations

- Bountiful office
- Telehealth