Live Life Well Counseling specializes in trauma-informed care and the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, such as postpartum depression. Our therapists have completed specific training in these areas and are able to provide clients with quality care and treatment. We also treat other issues such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss. In addition, we offer Spanish-speaking services.
Meet Our Team
Jason Weekes finds joy and success in working with teens and families in crisis. He has worked at Wasatch Behavioral Health for several years, primarily focusing on stabilizing and improving the overall mental health of the adolescent population. Jason's experience working with DCFS and in the school setting has given him the skills to successfully help families navigate moments of crisis and trauma. Along with his focus on teens in crisis, Jason also works with and supports parents who may be struggling with postpartum disorders, including postpartum depression and anxiety. Jason uses TF-CBT, ACT, attachment theory, movement theory, neurosequential understanding, mindfulness, and experiential practices to support practical changes in behaviors. Jason is fluent in both Spanish and Portuguese and understands how cultural nuances can impact the stories and experiences of individuals. Jason is a husband and a father of two and trains service animals in his spare time. He loves being outdoors, getting in movement and making connections with others. He enjoys bringing people together around good food and cinema.
Carrie Hansen has a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling. She first gained a passion in the mental health field while working as a staff mentor for several residential treatment programs. Carrie is certified in TF-CBT, DBT, and has additional training in Brain Spotting, Art Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and Experiential Therapy. Carrie offers 8 years of experience working with adolescent and adults, both individually and in family sessions. She has special interest in helping clients better understand and manage suicidal thoughts, self harm, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, and improving relationships.
Carrie believes that healing emotions, the mind, and the soul leads to greater fulfillment in life.
When not in the office, Carrie enjoys spending time in her vegetable garden, baking, savoring milk chocolate, and nerding out to Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Star Trek.
Carrie believes that healing emotions, the mind, and the soul leads to greater fulfillment in life.
When not in the office, Carrie enjoys spending time in her vegetable garden, baking, savoring milk chocolate, and nerding out to Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Star Trek.
Georgi Gonzalez has a master’s degree in social work from Utah Valley University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology, also from Utah Valley University. Georgi has worked with children, adolescents and adults throughout her professional career. She is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents. Over the past two years Georgi has worked closely with individuals both young and old who have been diagnosed with terminal illness. She has had the privilege of walking alongside both client and family through unimaginable loss. In addition, Georgi works with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use and trauma. Georgi incorporates EMDR, IFS, mindfulness techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Strength-based Therapy into her practice. She is also trained in Play Therapy, has her DBT certification and is a certified death doula. Georgi loves spending time with her dog and husband exploring new areas and places to eat. Fun fact: Georgi can lick her elbow:)
Mary Latu is the owner and clinical director of Live Life Well Counseling. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University and her master's degree in social work from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Mary's passion is working with those who have experienced trauma, including children, teenagers and adults. She enjoys working side by side clients to help create a sense of safety, confidence in self and the world around them and to develop a new perspective of life. Mary has received trauma specific training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Ego State Therapies (including Internal Family Systems and Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy), Polyvagal Theory, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). Mary is level 1 IFS trained. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and a mindfulness based approach when working with clients. Mary is also passionate about women's issues, particularly working with women and families affected by issues occurring during and after pregnancy. She has completed the Postpartum Support International Certificate Training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. In addition, Mary is fluent in Spanish. Mary is a wife and mother of four. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, running, cooking/baking and reading books and articles about homesteading.