Rachel Weinstock

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who earned my Master of Social Work from Brigham Young University. I am the owner of Salt River Counseling, where I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children. Over the past decade, I have worked in a variety of behavioral health settings, including residential treatment, outpatient therapy, school social work, substance use treatment, and clinical leadership. My experience has included serving as a Clinical Director, Clinical Supervisor, Family Therapist, and Admissions Director, allowing me to support clients with a wide range of mental health needs while also mentoring other clinicians and developing trauma-informed programs.

My passion is helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigate life's challenges with compassion and practical support. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, family conflict, parenting concerns, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and individualized, drawing from evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and attachment-based, trauma-informed care. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel understood, build on their strengths, and develop the skills needed to create lasting change. I also don't want therapy to feel stale or robotic. I will meet you where you are at, and incorporate creative techniques to meet your style.

I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a genuine partnership. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, strengths, and goals. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.

I believe healing happens when we find the light within ourselves and honor it. My role is to help you reconnect with that light, even when life has made it difficult to see. Because every person is different, I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. I enjoy getting creative in therapy when it helps you engage in the process and move toward the goals that matter most to you. Together, we'll find an approach that works for you.

I've also been in the position of searching for the right therapist, so I understand how vulnerable it can feel to sit on the other side of the room. While I know everyone's experience is different, my own journey helps me appreciate the courage it takes to ask for help and begin the healing process. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, knowing you're supported, respected, and never judged as we work together toward the life you want to build.

During our first session, you can expect me to ask a lot of questions but you'll also find that I spend a lot of time listening. My goal is to truly understand your story, what's bringing you to therapy, and what you hope to accomplish. The more I understand what's really going on beneath the surface, the better I can tailor therapy to fit your unique needs and help you move toward your goals.

Our first session is also an opportunity for you to get to know me and decide whether we're a good fit. There's no pressure to share everything at once, we'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. By the end of our time together, we'll begin identifying your goals and discuss what a path forward could look like so you leave with hope and a clear direction.