About Curtis Downing (He/Him)
Curtis Downing is an Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) committed to helping clients in Utah achieve their therapeutic goals through a client-centered approach. With a strong focus on individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy, Curtis offers support to teens, adults, and seniors, creating a space where clients can feel understood and empowered. Serving the Utah community, Curtis has a particular passion for working with those facing intellectual and developmental disabilities, drawing on over 26 years of experience in assisting this population. Curtis specializes in addressing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance abuse. He also provides targeted interventions for those dealing with developmental disabilities, head injuries, and autism spectrum disorders. His approach is rooted in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, which he uses to facilitate meaningful change in an uncomplicated format. Additionally, Curtis has a deep commitment to helping athletes reach their performance goals, leveraging his understanding of the psychological aspects of athletic achievement. Beyond his clinical work, Curtis enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two boys. He finds peace and rejuvenation in the outdoors, particularly through camping and hiking. Curtis is also an avid reader, fitness enthusiast, and movie lover, with a passion for exploring great food. His personal and professional life in Utah is a testament to his dedication to mental health and well-being.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Couples Therapy: Ages 18-75+
- Family Therapy: Ages 6-75+
- Individual Therapy: Ages 11-75+
Areas of Focus
Couples Therapy
Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.
- General relationship issues
- Marital stress or divorce
- Premarital counseling
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Ability status
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Autism spectrum & neurodivergence
- Autism with developmental delay
- Autism: requires some assistance
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Drug/substance use
- Emotional abuse
- Family conflict
- Grief & loss
- Intellectual disability (caregiver-supported care)
- Intellectual disability (living independently)
- Mid-life transitions
- Other addictive behaviors
- Panic attacks
- Parenting
- Self-esteem
- Social skills & communication
- Sports performance
- Stress management
- Stress related to discrimination & social injustice
Family Therapy
Improve communication and resolve conflicts within family dynamics with a clinician's guidance.
- Caregiving
- Grief & loss
- Ability status
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attachment issues
- Autism with developmental delay
- Autism: requires some assistance
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bullying or harassment
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Drug/substance use
- Emotional abuse
- Family conflict
- General relationship issues
- Intellectual disability (caregiver-supported care)
- Intellectual disability (living independently)
- Intense mood changes
- Learning challenges
- Marital stress or divorce
- Other addictive behaviors
- Panic attacks
- Parenting
- Premarital counseling
- School avoidance
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Social skills & communication
- Stress management
- Stress related to discrimination & social injustice
- Trauma & PTSD
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Depression/feeling down
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Ability status
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attachment issues
- Autism spectrum & neurodivergence
- Autism with developmental delay
- Autism: requires some assistance
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Drug/substance use
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Emotional abuse
- End-of-life challenges
- Ethnic identity & mental health
- Family conflict
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Intellectual disability (caregiver-supported care)
- Intellectual disability (living independently)
- Intense mood changes
- Learning challenges
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Mid-life transitions
- Military, veteran, and first responder mental health
- Other addictive behaviors
- Panic attacks
- Parenting
- Premarital counseling
- Race, culture & mental health
- Retirement
- School avoidance
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Sports performance
- Stress management
- Stress related to discrimination & social injustice
Therapy Types
- ACT Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- Existential Psychotherapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Parenting Support
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Social Skills Training
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Sports Psychology & Therapy
Languages
- English
Education
- University of Phoenix
Locations
Frequently Asked
Questions About
Curtis Downing
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Curtis Downing. You can also call 801-639-9146 to have someone assist you.
Curtis Downing generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call 801-639-9146 to find out Curtis Downing's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please contact us at 801-639-9146 to verify your insurance with Curtis Downing.
Curtis Downing is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Curtis Downing works at:
Yes, Curtis Downing does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Curtis Downing is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: