#1 Highest-Rated Therapy Team in Cottonwood Heights.
Welcome to Your Path Therapy. We’re so glad you’re here. Below you’ll meet a team that truly listens, cares, and celebrates your progress every step of the way. With the best reviews in Cottonwood Heights, we help children, teens, adults, and families navigate life’s biggest challenges. From your very first conversation, you’ll feel supported, understood, and encouraged.
Chrissy McKell, LCSW
Therapist
If you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in the same loop, you deserve a plan that actually helps. With Chrissy, you get warmth, clarity, and practical tools that help you feel steadier and more confident week by week.
In sessions with Chrissy, you will slow things down, get clear on what is driving the stress, and focus on the patterns that keep pulling you back. You will set simple goals, track what is working, and adjust the plan so therapy stays useful and relevant to real life.
This is a great fit if you want both empathy and structure. Chrissy uses CBT, DBT, and somatic based tools to help you regulate emotions, reduce anxiety spirals, and build coping skills you can use in the moment, at home, and at work.
Chrissy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Family Services from Brigham Young University and her Master’s Degree in Global Social Work from the University of Utah.
Outside of the office, Chrissy loves being outdoors. You will often find her skiing, canyoneering, and running, plus spending time with family and friends.
Client Ages: 5+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma, Spirituality
Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, DBT, Somatic-Based Interventions
Tim Garner, LMFT
Therapist • Supervisor
If you want calm guidance and practical next steps without pressure, you will feel safe with Tim. You will get a steady space to sort things out and a clear path forward that fits who you are.
Tim helps you clarify what matters most, identify what is getting in the way, and build momentum toward meaningful change. You will work together to make sense of the bigger picture and break it into manageable steps you can act on.
This is a great fit if you want therapy that is supportive and purposeful. Tim uses a client centered, solution focused approach to help you communicate better, feel more grounded, and move through hard seasons with clarity and direction.
Tim is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Louisiana University and completed his master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy through the University of Phoenix.
Outside of the office, Tim enjoys traveling, exploring new food, and taking in both film and live theater. He values experiences that help you feel more connected and present.
Client Ages: 13+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples, Families
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma
Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, DBT, Somatic-Based Interventions
Cristie Briggs, CSW
Therapist
If you want a therapist who feels grounded, mature, and steady, you will feel comfortable with Cristie. You will be supported with warmth and guided with practical tools that help you feel calmer and more capable.
In sessions with Cristie, you will focus on what is happening right now, what your nervous system is telling you, and what patterns are shaping your relationships and mood. You will work on insight and skill building so you can respond differently when stress hits.
This is a great fit if you want a balance of compassion and straight forward direction. Cristie draws from CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, and mindfulness based work to help you reduce overwhelm, strengthen boundaries, and feel more stable in your day to day life.
Cristie earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Arizona State University. She has experience in private practice and residential treatment supporting trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship challenges.
Outside of the office, Cristie enjoys playing and coaching competitive tennis and perfecting her sourdough bread. She loves the mix of focus, fun, and creativity.
Client Ages: 5+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples, Families
Specialties: Trauma, Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues
Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Kristina Helland, CSW
Therapist
If you are holding it together on the outside but feeling depleted inside, you are not alone. With Kristina, you can exhale, get grounded, and build practical skills that support real calm and real change.
In sessions with Kristina, you will slow down, identify what your mind and body are asking for, and build a clear plan for how to meet those needs. You will work on emotional regulation, self compassion, and communication so daily life feels more manageable.
This is a great fit if you want mindfulness plus practical tools. Kristina integrates MBCT, CBT, and Nonviolent Communication to help you reduce self criticism, improve relationships, and respond to stress with more calm. She is also actively integrating EMDR and Internal Family Systems for trauma informed support.
Kristina is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and a graduate of Arizona State University. Her background includes supporting domestic violence, medical trauma, chronic illness, grief and loss, and major life transitions.
Outside of the office, Kristina recharges through yoga, hiking, and rock climbing. She believes healing should create more room for living.
Client Ages: 5+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Medical-Related Concerns, Domestic Violence
Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, MBCT, NVC, EMDR, IFS
Sarah Wynder, CSW
Therapist
If you want a therapist who feels warm, steady, and truly attentive, you will feel comfortable with Sarah. You will be supported with empathy and guided with clear steps that help you move forward.
In sessions with Sarah, you will identify what is driving stress, what you want to change, and what feels most important right now. You will work on insight and action so therapy stays grounded in the situations you are living, not just talking about.
This is a great fit if you want practical progress without feeling pushed. Sarah uses solution focused therapy, mindfulness based tools, and IFS informed work to help you reduce anxiety, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident in your choices.
Sarah earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California in August 2025. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History Teaching from Brigham Young University in Provo.
Outside of the office, Sarah enjoys hiking, learning languages, traveling, singing, socializing, and playing the cello. She brings that same calm encouragement and curiosity into your sessions.
Client Ages: 5+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples, Families
Specialties: Trauma, Life Transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues
Therapeutic Modalities: Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, IFS
Jacob Fike, ACMHC
Therapist
If you want therapy that feels grounded, clear, and action oriented, you will like working with Jacob. You will leave with a plan, tools, and a steady push toward real progress.
In sessions with Jacob, you will get specific about what is not working and what you want instead. You will break big problems into workable steps, build consistency, and strengthen the habits that support your mental health.
This is a great fit if you want direct communication and practical coaching style therapy. Jacob focuses on empowerment, clear feedback, and strategies you can apply immediately to manage stress, anxiety, and motivation.
Jacob is an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC) and is completing his Master’s program through the University of West Alabama. Before becoming a therapist, he worked as a health and fitness coach, shaping his holistic view of wellness.
Outside of the office, Jacob enjoys tending his vegetable garden, practicing jiu jitsu, building in his workshop, and spending time outdoors. He values discipline, creativity, and steady growth.
Client Ages: 13+
Client Population: Individuals, Couples
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, Men's Health
Therapeutic Modalities: Inquiry Based Approach, Direct Communication, Empowerment Focused Counseling
Ashlee Eixenberger
Clinical Supervisor
If stress, grief, or old patterns keep pulling you back, you deserve support that helps you slow down and move forward with steadier footing. Ashlee helps you make sense of what is happening and build practical change with care.
Client Ages: Adolescents, Adults
Client Population: Individuals, Families, Young Adults
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Life Transitions, Low Self-Esteem, Stress, Grief and Loss
Therapeutic Modalities: DBT, EMDR, Systems-Oriented and Attachment-Informed
Our Support Team
Kaitlynn Putnam
Client Care Specialist
Kaitlynn keeps the clinic organized and running smoothly, making sure clients and therapists feel supported every step of the way.
Balancing her role as a mother of two with running her own floral business, Sweet Afton Floral, Kaitlynn brings creativity, dedication, and a personal touch to everything she does. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Social Work.
Austin Hawkins
Head of Billing
Austin is the detail-driven heart of our billing operations, managing claims, payments, and insurance with precision so clients can focus on care, not paperwork.
Known for her professionalism and consistent communication, Austin keeps the clinic running smoothly from start to finish. Outside the office, she enjoys playing at the park with her three littles, riding her road bike, and painting with watercolors.
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Highest Rated Practise in Cottonwood Heights
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