Last edited 06/01/2026
Identifies As
He / Him / HisManWhitePansexualThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsLGBTQIA+Neurodivergent, Living with Bipolar Disorder, Millennial
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
I have a deep respect for pain because I have been consumed by deep pain. In a past life I was hospitalized, in trouble with the law, and flying under the radar with treatment resistant mental health conditions wracked with trauma responses and self loathing. Growing up I had people placing bets on when I would go to prison for life or when I would pitch myself off the highest cliff in our area - and they were almost right. However, when I decided that they were going to be wrong, that I was going to push through the pain and not only seek healing, but demand it, I found resolve to not only heal, but to go into a profession that focuses on that same healing. I decided to start by studying psychology in my undergrad at Souther Virginia University to understand myself and those who hurt me - at least try to. I then went into my masters program and decided to pursue credentials to be a therapist and decided to go down the social work route because I believe in looking at the person through a holistic lens. Then after going into my own therapy, I went and started my career as a therapist. Seeing the gaps in practice then inspired me to start my PhD and focus my study on developmental psychology and suicide.
What are some the unique issues faced by clients in your particular field of specialization, in terms of mental health education, care, and/or treatment?
The two most frequent problems that I face while working in the field are suicide and related issues such as self harm and the effects of trauma and stress-related conditions. Clients will frequently come to me with a need for safety planning, trauma processing, and/or at times personality conditions because of what they have gone through such as borderline, narcissism, or antisocial. Because of this, suicide interventions and measurements are the focus of a lot of treatment alongside trauma-informed care and a part of my education focus. I am also getting specialized training in treating personality conditions and hope to be certified here soon.
What’s the most profound, insightful, or interesting thing you’ve learned as a mental health professional?
The most profound and insightful thing that I have learned is the art of the relationship. Doing. work with kids and teens for most of my career, and falling into the at-risk youth category myself once upon a time, I have learned that the relationship that you have with your client does most of the healing. Expertise and collateral measures taken are all secondary. So, what does this mean? It means I am going to take what you said seriously. It means that I am going to try to show unconditional caring for you despite the problems you present with or your outlooks on life. It means that our relationship will always be my priority. it means that doors will open that are scary to endure, but that I will be there in what ever capacity I can for you. It means the space between you and I is sacred and respected. I have also learned this because I have had great examples of therapists that I want to emulate, but also very poor examples of therapists that I want to burn and be the opposite of. All in all, I want to be what you need and that all starts with the quality of the relationship that we will build.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Abuse/Survivors of abuseMood disordersSuicidal ideationTraumaNeurodiversity
General Expertise
Loss/GriefSelf-EsteemBorderline Personality DisorderADHDAdoption & foster careBipolar disorderLGBTQIA related issuesPsychotic DisordersSelf HarmCoping SkillsAlcohol addiction & abuseHighly Sensitive Person
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEclectic TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Person-Centered TherapyInternal Family Systems TherapySandplay TherapyPlay TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy for InsomniaDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAdlerian TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Carelon Behavioral HealthMedicareSelect Health
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $150 |
| Individual Therapy: | $150 |
Professional Background
LicensureUtah, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 12865618-3501Arizona, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-23750
Training/CertificationsRegistered Play Therapist. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level IIADHD Certified Practitioner DBT Certified Practitioner State Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (working towards national certification)Certified in Child-Centered Play Therapy with a neurodevelopmental lens TEAM CBT Level 1 Certified
Education
Walden University, Doctorate of Philosophy, Developmental Psychology — I am currently studying this as a means enhance my work with the lifespan, but specifically with the youth and children that I encounter. My dissertation is currently focusing on suicide and the currently evolving to more specific realms to present for approval by the university (more to come on that).
Capella University , Master of Arts, Play Therapy, 2024 — This is a Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy where I studied a wide range of therapeutic disciplines as a means of intervention in the client's life. This included psychoanalytic, jungian, adlerian, child-centered, cognitive behavioral, and trauma play.
Fordham University , Master of Social Work, Social Work and Mental Health Treatment , 2023 — Specific areas of study included suicide and crisis, addiction, and child/adolescent mental health
Southern Virginia University , Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (major) and Family and Human Development (minor), 2020 — I studied a wide variety of topics including psychopathology, developmental psychology, Family systems, and the various diagnostic ranges of different diagnoses in the mental health field.
Work HistoryI have been in the mental health field since I graduated with my bachelor's degree in may of 2020. However, before that I was providing ad hoc mental health support to the athletes I coach at the college as loosing weight for competitions, going through hard workouts, and learning new weight lifting techniques can take a toll on the mind. So for the the greater part of 7 years I have been involved in the mental health profession. Officially though, my first job was as a therapeutic mentor at a residential facility for at risk youth. Here is where I started to work through the various self harm and suicidal ideation issues of clients and get exposure to complex abuse, drug use, and gang affiliation. I worked with the clinician to help the kids do their therapy homework, pass school, and stay psychosocially supported through the duration of the program. However, after COVID19 hit the money just was able to maintain fluidity and the facility went under. from there my family and I moved south and I became the social work director at the local nursing home where I was focused on providing psychosocial support to all residents, but specifically aid the administrator on getting the dementia care program revamped. During my time here I was part of a study by the university of Utah where I then ran a support group for those going through anticipatory/classic grief. From there a friend got me a job at the community mental health center here where I started my course down play therapy lane. I primarily did psychotherapy with those under the age of 12, but saw anyone that was willing to talk to me or that needed the support. I provided individual therapy, but also group therapy. I ran two groups - one for teenagers focusing DBT skills, utilizing creative and expressive arts as modalities for processing and emphasizing points, and one for adults focusing on LGBTQ+ resilience. Now I have three jobs related to the psychotherapy field. First, my day job, I work for intermountain health alongside the nurses and doctors to provide integrative mental health care. I am the mental health authority here at the hospital, but we work interdisciplinary to achieve goals and meet client's needs. Next is my work with the University of Utah where I run grief groups. Finally, is my private practice, Sol Healing and Wellness where I see clients in the evenings and on Sundays to help bridge the gap in services here in Utah. My private practice and the group are both done via Telehealth. One other job that I am engaging in is training other therapist in the therapeutic modality of Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a Program Assistant and so I get to provide all the experiential experiences for the therapists learning this modality.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Mr. Christopher Brooks Fletcher, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Christopher Fletcher accepting new clients?
Yes, Christopher Fletcher is accepting new clients for online therapy in Utah and Arizona and in-person appointments at 1000 n Main Street, Richfield , UT, 84701.
Does Christopher Fletcher accept insurance?
Yes, Christopher Fletcher accepts insurance, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Medicare, Select Health and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Christopher Fletcher offer?
Christopher Fletcher offers therapy for individuals.
Does Christopher Fletcher offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Christopher Fletcher offers in-person appointments at 1000 n Main Street, Richfield , UT, 84701.
Does Christopher Fletcher offer online therapy?
Yes, Christopher Fletcher offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Utah and Arizona.
How quickly can I see Christopher Fletcher?
Christopher Fletcher typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Christopher Fletcher speak?
Christopher Fletcher conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Christopher Fletcher online?
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