Mindy J Vanderloo, PhD, CMHC

  • Mindy is an experienced child, adolescent and family therapist, committed to the health and wellbeing of children and their families.

  • Mindy incorporates play therapy, expressive arts therapy, therapeutic games, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as other talk therapy techniques.

  • Mindy supports children as they make sense of their world, while learning coping strategies and skills to navigate the challenges life presents.

Mindy J Vanderloo, PhD, CMHC

Dr. Mindy Vanderloo is a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a PhD in Social Work. Mindy specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues in children and adolescents. She is also deeply invested in parenting and family interventions.

With a diverse toolkit that includes Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and play therapy, Mindy strives to create a safe space for her clients to navigate growth. As a researcher in the Resiliency Center at the University of Utah, she extends her expertise beyond therapy, the phenomena of various mental health challenges, the effectiveness of interventions, and the implementation of evidence-based practices.

Mindy's dedication to her clients is evident in her unwavering commitment to their well-being. She approaches each individual with warmth, empathy, and an open heart, fostering a nurturing environment where clients feel supported and empowered on their journey to healing.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Mindy enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the trails and breathtaking landscapes of Utah, and sitting quietly with a book. She believes in the importance of balance, growth, and infusing meaning and joy into her life.

Mindy aims to provide a safe and accepting space for children and teens to communicate their emotions and process their struggles, in a healthy and developmentally appropriate way.