After trauma, many people feel like they never fully power down. Your body stays tense. Your mind scans for danger. Even simple moments, like a grocery run in Murray or a drive through Kaysville, can feel stressful. In this episode, we break down hypervigilance in clear terms, why it happens, and how it can quietly drain you day after day. We also talk about the most important message many survivors need to hear: nothing is “wrong” with you. Your nervous system learned to protect you. Finally, we explain how trauma-informed therapy and grounding skills can help your brain and body feel safe again, at a pace that respects your story.

Being a teenager has never been easy, but many Utah families are noticing that today’s teens are carrying more stress than ever. Academic pressure, social media, changing friendships, family expectations, faith transitions, identity questions, and a constant stream of news can leave teens feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or shut down.

If you are a parent or caregiver searching for a teen therapist in Utah, or a teen who is quietly wondering if talking to someone might help, you are not alone. Many families in Murray, Kaysville, and throughout Salt Lake County and surrounding areas are turning to therapy as a way to support teens before things reach a crisis point.

At Phoenix Rebellion Therapy, we work with teens and their families every week. Our goal is simple: create a steady, safe place where teens can talk honestly, learn real tools, and begin to feel more like themselves again.

Winter in Salt Lake City can feel heavy. The days get short, inversion drags on, and even “high functioning” people start to feel off, tired, and stuck in their head. In this episode, we talk about what the Salt Lake Slump really looks like, why seasonal depression doesn’t always feel dramatic, and how winter can shrink your life without you noticing. You’ll also hear simple, realistic ways to feel better without a huge wellness plan, plus signs it might be time to reach out for extra support. Phoenix Rebellion Therapy offers sessions in Murray and Kaysville, and telehealth across the Salt Lake area.

It all started in Utah with a simple realization: the people who were keeping everything together for everyone else weren't getting the help they needed.

In this first episode, we talk about the story behind Phoenix Rebellion, how we started working with first responders and military service members, and why that mission still guides everything we do today. We talk about what "Phoenix" and "Rebellion" mean to us, what you can expect from this podcast, and why we focus on trauma-informed, evidence-based care that respects both your story and your nervous system.

This episode is for you if you live in Murray, Kaysville, or anywhere along the Wasatch Front and have been carrying more than you let on.