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Colbey is specialized as a Gottman marriage counselor. He helps couples facing issues with communication, infidelity, abuse, narcissism, addiction, life transitions, among other issues that couples face. He has extensive experience in treating children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with addiction, relationships, depression, anxiety, OCD and self-esteem/self-concept deficits as well.
Colbey uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients grow individually by developing more hope that they can heal and move forward with joy, to love themselves and where they are. He uses a person-centered approach to help the client believe in themselves and change their negative core beliefs to positive attributes.
Colbey Graduated from BYU and is a fully licensed LCSW. He opened his own practice in 2021 with the hope of helping people live a healthier and happier life. In his free time you can find him with his wife and 4 boys camping, playing sports, or fishing.
Mary offers therapy in English, Spanish, and Russian. She enjoys working with all ages with an emphasis on children, teenagers, and young adults. Mary specializes in conduct and defiance difficulties in youth, anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline or narcissistic personalities, faith transitions, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. Her approach is solution-focused while incorporating cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused perspectives, and acceptance through validation and support.
Mary graduated from the University of Southern California in 2023 with a master’s degree in social work which included an adult mental health and wellness track. She recently worked as a therapist providing general mental health support while also counseling court-mandated criminal offenders and victims, with a specialization in domestic violence, substance use, and anger management.
Outside of work, Mary enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, reading, and gaming. She actively challenges her mind by learning and considering new things each day and brings this same motivated energy to Strong Lives Counseling.
Michelle Lancaster, DNP, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience in mental health care. She is passionate about helping individuals feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey. Michelle earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in 2014 and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona in 2020.
Michelle has experience in psychiatric medication management, offering personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals. She believes that effective mental health care begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and open communication. Her approach is collaborative and individualized, ensuring that each patient feels heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment plan. She understands the importance of balance, connection, and overall wellness and strives to bring that perspective into the care she provides.
Michelle offers both in-person and telehealth appointments to provide accessible and convenient care. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and spending time with her husband and two children.
Parker is a bi-lingual therapist speaking English and Spanish. He has a gift for creating a safe, but therapeutically challenging environment to help his clients work through the obstacles that show up in their lives. He has a passion for helping individuals and families facing trauma such as sexual abuse, childhood trauma, emotional trauma, physical abuse, manipulation, domestic violence, narcissism, and those facing depression, and anxiety. He also enjoys helping others move through big life decisions and changes. Are you experiencing flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, hypervigilance, or intrusive thoughts related to trauma?
Parker uses EMDR therapy to help individuals reprocess the distressing memories of the traumatic event and integrate them into their memory network in a healthier way. He is also trained in CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Parker graduated with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Utah in 2022. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, playing soccer and basketball, or listening to audiobooks and music.
Michelle Lancaster, DNP, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience in mental health care. She is passionate about helping individuals feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey. Michelle earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in 2014 and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona in 2020.
Michelle has experience in psychiatric medication management, offering personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals. She believes that effective mental health care begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and open communication. Her approach is collaborative and individualized, ensuring that each patient feels heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment plan. She understands the importance of balance, connection, and overall wellness and strives to bring that perspective into the care she provides.
Michelle offers both in-person and telehealth appointments to provide accessible and convenient care. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and spending time with her husband and two children.
Andrea is the Office Manager at Strong Lives Counseling.
Keaton is an Administrator at Strong Lives Counseling.
Izzy handles administration and billing at Strong Lives Counseling.