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
Viri Galicia is a Certified Social Worker. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University. Viri then went on to work in the psychiatry department at the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado doing research on pregnant women and the brain development of their babies. Following her work at the University of Colorado, Viri received her master's degree in social work from Brigham Young University. Viri enjoys working with children, teenagers and adults and especially enjoys working with marginalized populations including LGBTQIA+, women and Hispanics/Latinos. Viri is a trauma-trained therapist and has received trauma specific training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She also incorporates the following treatment approaches into her practice: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Viri is also bilingual in Spanish and English. When Viri isn't working she loves cooking, playing board games, road biking, swimming and traveling to warm places that remind her of home.
Como terapeuta Hispana y Latina, entiendo algunos problemas a los que nos enfrentamos los hispanos todos los días, incluyendo el estigma que existe en nuestra cultura en cuanto a las enfermedades mentales. Y quiero que sepas que te ayudare en tu proceso con una perspectiva compasiva y evidencia científica.
Como terapeuta Hispana y Latina, entiendo algunos problemas a los que nos enfrentamos los hispanos todos los días, incluyendo el estigma que existe en nuestra cultura en cuanto a las enfermedades mentales. Y quiero que sepas que te ayudare en tu proceso con una perspectiva compasiva y evidencia científica.
Kaydee LeMonds-Knepper has a master’s degree in social work from the University of Utah and is a Certified Social Worker (CSW). She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults through a trauma-informed lens. She is a strong advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities and holds a safe space for them in her practice.
Kaydee is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and certified in AutPlay therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She incorporates Inner Child Work into her practice and is CAMS Care trained in Suicide Prevention and Awareness. She also has experience working with those who struggle with disordered eating.
Kaydee offers humor, warmth, and compassion to her practice. She brings her authentic self to the therapeutic relationship and invites you to do the same. She strives to create a safe inclusive space for you to explore difficult emotions.
In Kaydee’s off time she enjoys going to concerts and hanging out with her dog Aidan. Her favorite season is autumn, and throughout the year you can find her obsessing about Halloween and anything pumpkin spiced.
Kaydee is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and certified in AutPlay therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She incorporates Inner Child Work into her practice and is CAMS Care trained in Suicide Prevention and Awareness. She also has experience working with those who struggle with disordered eating.
Kaydee offers humor, warmth, and compassion to her practice. She brings her authentic self to the therapeutic relationship and invites you to do the same. She strives to create a safe inclusive space for you to explore difficult emotions.
In Kaydee’s off time she enjoys going to concerts and hanging out with her dog Aidan. Her favorite season is autumn, and throughout the year you can find her obsessing about Halloween and anything pumpkin spiced.
Georgi Gonzalez has a master’s degree in social work from Utah Valley University and is a Certified 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. She also has experience with socio-emotional education through Nebo School District. Georgi incorporates mindfulness techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Strength-based Therapy. She is also trained in IFS (Internal Family Systems), 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:)
Angelia Hunt is our new office manager! After spending 17 years as a stay-at-home mother and wife, Angelia went back to school and earned her bachelor's degree in Business Management from Utah Valley University. Angelia spent the last 7 years at UVU assisting thousands of students through the process of financial aid and scholarships. Angelia’s goal at Live Life Well Counseling is to provide every client with a warm, welcoming and positive experience. Please contact Angelia if you would like to schedule an appointment, for billing related matters or if you have any other questions! Angelia loves to cook and bake, watch true crime shows and spend time with her family. Along with her husband, she loves to travel, shop for antiques, and spoil her grandchildren.
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 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 including, 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). 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.