Matt Connelly

I completed my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Utah State University, where I focused on treating couples, teenagers, and adults. I hold a master’s degree in Religious Studies from Harvard University, where I studied various world religions, religious cultures, and theology. I received my bachelor’s degree in history from Brigham Young University, with an emphasis in American political history. I am a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). I have done specific training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. Prior to founding Alpine Counseling, I worked at Suncrest Counseling for several years. At Suncrest, I focused on treating couples, teens, and individuals. I treated clients in a traditional therapy setting and also worked with clients in Suncrest’s intensive outpatient program, where I learned to treat a variety of more complicated mental health challenges. Prior to Suncrest, I worked at Solstice, a residential treatment center focused on treating adolescent girls. Before Solstice, I worked as a staff member at two residential treatment centers for adolescent boys. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children. I also enjoy basketball, football, and soccer. I am a big fan of the Utah Jazz and closely follow the local college sports programs. I am a lover of nature and enjoy spending as much time as possible in the great outdoors. I especially enjoy hiking with family and friends and enjoying the beauty of Utah’s alpine mountain landscapes.