Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health & Neurofeedback Center in Sandy, Utah
Safe Place Counseling has been dedicated to mental health and wellness since 2013, offering a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based therapies with cutting-edge technology. Our team specializes in trauma resolution through EMDR, neurofeedback, and specialized counseling for eating disorders, combining these modalities with nutritional guidance and fitness expertise. With over three decades of combined experience in mental health and dietetics, we provide personalized care that addresses the root causes of emotional and physical challenges.Our expertise in trauma-informed therapy, advanced certifications in EMDR and neurofeedback, and unique integration of nutritional counseling set us apart as a trusted provider in Sandy, Utah. We maintain authoritativeness through continuous professional development and affiliations with leading organizations like EMDRIA and the American Counseling Association. Our commitment to client-centered care ensures transparent communication, ethical practice, and measurable outcomes that empower lasting personal transformation.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Neurofeedback
Dietitian Services
Eating Disorder Counseling
Bariatric Surgery Counseling
Trauma Treatment
Anxiety Management
Depression Therapy
Neurological Optimization
Personalized Nutrition Plans
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR therapy certified by EMDRIA for trauma resolution
- Integrated counseling and nutrition services address mind-body connections
- Advanced neurofeedback technology targets 19 brain regions simultaneously
- Over 30 years combined experience in mental health and dietetics
- Specialized treatment for eating disorders and trauma-related conditions
What people say
Life-changing experience
Expert use of EMDR
Compassionate therapist
Measurable progress
Supportive environment
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy helps process traumatic memories and replace negative associations with positive ones. This evidence-based treatment uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess distressing experiences, reducing their emotional impact. Recognized by WHO and APA for PTSD treatment, our EMDR sessions address anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders through structured 60-minute sessions tailored to individual needs.
Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback provides non-invasive brainwave training using 19-channel LORETA Z-Score technology. This advanced system improves cognitive function and emotional regulation by targeting multiple brain regions simultaneously. Effective for ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD, sessions include HEG and HeartMath training to enhance focus and stress management through personalized 60-minute sessions with measurable progress in as few as 20 sessions.
Dietitian Services
Registered dietitian services address trauma-related eating disorders and weight management challenges. Our approach connects emotional health with nutritional needs, offering personalized plans that address food addiction and avoidance patterns. Combining counseling with dietary guidance helps clients develop healthy relationships with food while addressing underlying psychological factors contributing to disordered eating behaviors.
Alpha-Stim Treatment
Alpha-Stim electrotherapy provides drug-free relief for anxiety, insomnia, and depression through cranial electrostimulation. This FDA-cleared device delivers microcurrents to calm overactive nervous systems, offering immediate relaxation during sessions with portable options for home use. Treatment protocols include in-office sessions and device rental/purchase options for ongoing symptom management without medication side effects.
Bariatric Counseling
Pre- and post-bariatric surgery counseling addresses psychological factors affecting weight management. Our comprehensive evaluations identify emotional eating patterns and trauma connections while developing sustainable behavioral changes. This service meets insurance requirements for surgical clearance and provides ongoing support to maintain long-term weight loss success through mental health interventions and nutritional guidance.
People
Deanna Nichols
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Deanna Nichols is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience in trauma therapy. Specializing in EMDR and neurofeedback, she holds advanced certifications in trauma treatment and eating disorder counseling. Her integrative approach combines mental health care with nutrition expertise to address complex client needs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide EMDR therapy for trauma, neurofeedback for brain optimization, counseling for anxiety/depression, and specialized treatment for eating disorders and PTSD.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Most insurance plans cover counseling services. We provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement and accept HSA payments for neurofeedback treatments.
How does neurofeedback work for anxiety treatment?
Neurofeedback trains brainwave patterns using real-time feedback, helping regulate nervous system responses. This non-drug approach improves emotional regulation and reduces anxiety symptoms through targeted brain region training.
What makes your eating disorder treatment unique?
Our integrated approach combines trauma-informed counseling with nutritional therapy, addressing both psychological and physiological factors through coordinated mental health and dietitian services.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer weekday evening sessions until 6 PM and Friday appointments until 3 PM, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate different needs.
Can neurofeedback help with ADHD symptoms?
Yes, our 19-channel neurofeedback system effectively targets attention networks in the brain, improving focus and reducing ADHD symptoms through personalized training protocols.
