Meet Our Team

Tara McArthur, CSW
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship, Low Self-esteem, Body image, Grief, and Loss

  • Embarking on the journey to explore where you feel stuck or in pain takes courage and vulnerability. I’m here to walk beside you, creating a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported and empowered. Together, we’ll work to untangle the blocks in your life, reconnect with your inner strengths, and nurture the shifts you desire to build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.

    I view healing as a dynamic, relational process—non-linear but deeply rooted in the inherent worth and resilience of every person. Using evidence-based practices like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I tailor our work to your unique needs. Drawing from my background in dance, yoga, and somatic movement, I also incorporate experiential, body-based approaches that honor the wisdom of the body.

    Before becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade teaching movement in its many forms: creative movement, modern dance, yoga, and somatic practices. This experience profoundly shaped my understanding of the stories our bodies hold and the intricate connection between mind and body. My passion for helping others led me to pursue a master’s degree in social work at the University of Utah, where I trained to support individuals in their healing journeys.

    In addition to my role as a therapist, I work as an oncology social worker, supporting patients and families navigating cancer. I’ve also served as an advocate and peer counselor at a domestic abuse and sexual assault agency, deepening my commitment to creating safe spaces for healing and growth.

    Outside of the office, you can find me on hiking trails, dancing in the studio, or flowing on a yoga mat. At home, I love curling up with a good book and my orange tabby, Mylo, who’s always happy to join me for a quiet moment of rest.

    Tara is supervised by Monica Mason, LCSW.

Monica Mason, Owner & LCSW
Specialties: C-PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, Suicidality, LGBTQIA+, Psychedelic Integration

  • I feel that healing doesn’t always have to be so serious (though we’ll tackle the serious stuff too). My approach to therapy is rooted in connection, curiosity, and compassion with the understanding that every journey is unique. I am dedicated to providing an affirmative, inclusive, and non-judgemental space to explore your inner processes and external experiences that have led you here today. Together, we’ll reconnect with the parts of yourself that may feel lost or hidden.

    I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma, dissociative disorders, and experiencing suicidal ideations. I know how exhausting it can be to carry these experiences alone. With extensive training and experience, I see the impact that trauma has on our mental well-being and the complex way that it shows up in our behaviors. Through EMDR I help my clients create new associations with traumatic experiences, leading to a reduction in symptoms and an increased sense of control and empowerment. Along with EMDR, we will use Internal Family Systems, to help you connect compassionately with your inner world, releasing the past and allowing you to feel more aligned with your true self and cope with the ebbs and flows of life with confidence.  

    Outside of practicing therapy, my work involves clinical training/consulting with homeless service agencies, the Salt Lake Legal Defenders, and Somebody’s Thinking About You, a non-profit organization rooted in bringing awareness, reducing stigma, and educating the action sports community about mental wellness and suicide prevention.

    When I’m not working, you can usually find me hanging at home with my partner and our two cats Frank and Luna, or playing in the mountains!

    Experience:

    I have a background in social work, graduating from the University of Utah with my Master of Social Work degree. I have experienced a variety of settings in the Salt Lake Valley including substance use treatment, working with veterans, homeless services, advocacy, and inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment. Throughout my career, I have been driven by a deep sense of empathy and commitment to social justice along with supporting individuals in crisis.

    Memberships:

    LGBTQ-Affirmative Therapists Guild of Utah

    EMDR International Association

    National Association of Social Workers

    Women in Private Practice

    Additional Training:

    EMDR

    Internal Family Systems Informed

    Sexual Assault Advocacy

    Mental Health Officer of Utah