In 1996, I graduated from the training program at the University of California in Santa Barbara with a degree in Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology. Through my training, I developed the philosophy that it is not possible to draw a distinction between the populations served and the skills needed by Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychologists. Rather, I believe the interdependence of social systems requires that all psychologists be familiar with the influences and workings of school systems, patterns of normal development, and aspects of psychopathology. This philosophy allows me the opportunity to treat a myriad of people with a greater understanding and empathy for their problems. I work in conjunction with the many communities and systems that are impacting individuals’ and families’ lives, e.g. teachers, school administrators, grandparents, ex-partners and church groups.
As a licensed psychologist, I feel that my clients greatly benefit from my unique talents and skill sets, including the following:
• My ability to work with diverse populations including infants, adolescents, mature adults, racial/ethnic minorities, children with autism, and individuals with disparate mental health concerns.
• My vast experience in varied settings such as outpatient facilities, schools, research clinics, and private homes.
• My graduate school training combined with my personal and professional knowledge, which has been enriched by my ethnic minority heritage.
• My strong training as a research psychologist and diverse working relationships with community agencies, schools, and regional centers.
• My steadfast patience, professionalism, enthusiasm, adaptability, open-mindedness and compassion for the human spirit.
• Childhood Sexual Abuse
• Play Therapy with Young Children
• High Risk Children and Families
• Trauma
• Divorcing Families and Parenting
• ADHD
• Childhood Disorders
• Autism and Developmental Delays
• Home Visits
• Classroom and School Observations
Insurance can be billed. I am a perferred provider on a number of panels. Check with your insurance policy to determine coverage.
Najmeh Hourmanesh, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, NCSP, EMDRIA Approved Consultant and Certified Therapist, RPT-S, Certified IFS & Sand Tray Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, Sensorimotor Psychotherapist - Trauma Themes, CYP-500
Tel: 801-441-8943
Fax: 801-783-2585
Najmeh Hourmanesh PhD
Therapy For Kids, LLC
3900S 1345 E Ste 104
Milcreek, UT 84124
Tel: 801-441-8943
FAX: 801-783-2585
Statement
I specialize in treatment of trauma in children, teens and adults. I combine a variety of treatment modalities to develop a treatment plan for each individual. In working with adults with a history of early childhood traumas, I have also targeted and successfully treated their related symptoms including dissociative symptoms, depression, anxiety and attachment disorders. I have also enjoyed tailoring the treatment to the needs of the individuals with special needs, whether it be those on the spectrum (ASD) or those with impairment in language or/and cognitive development.
In developing a treatment plan for each individual or family, I draw from the following therapies: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy- Trauma Themes, Internal Family System (IFS) an Ego State Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy (Jungian), Play Therapy, Psychodynamic therapies, Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), behavioral therapies, Narrative Therapy, components of PCIT, DBT, Marschak Interaction Method (MIM) and Theraplay activities.
Education
Doctorate in Psychology (PhD)
Masters in Public Health (MPH)
Masters in Education (MED)
Credentials
Licensed Psychologist
Certified EMDR Therapist
Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S)
Certified Sand Tray Therapist
Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist
EMDR Consultant