Palisades Counselors

Jen received her Masters of Social Work from Brigham Young University and is a licensed clinical social worker. She has worked with adults and adolescents in both residential and outpatient settings.

Jen has worked with individuals and families as they seek to navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, attachment issues, trauma, autism, nonverbal learning disability, ADHD, and life transitions. Jen takes a client-centered approach to therapy with her clients while also using modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness techniques, and trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Jen truly seeks to see the best in everyone she has the pleasure of working with and loves being able to offer support and tools to her clients.

Jen grew up in Utah Valley and loves spending time in the mountains. Her favorite things are traveling, singing, playing the piano, spoiling her nieces and nephews, and spending time with her husband.

Malia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received her Master’s of Social Work from Boise State University. Her passion and expertise is working with both children and adolescents as they navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm, past and present traumas, ADHD, LGBTQ+ as well as other life challenges. Malia is also qualified to treat adults and works with a client-centered approach and incorporates other modalities such as CBT, DBT, solution-focused, Mindfulness and Trauma-focused. By using a client-centered approach Malia aims to meet clients with where they are and empower them to get to where they want to be.

Malia loves to spend time taking adventures with her husband, especially tropical destinations. She loves to be active and grew up as a dancer. She is an avid reader and movie watcher. Malia grew up in small-town rural Idaho and loves to be outside, just not on a hiking trail.

Shawn completed a Bachelor’s degree and Ph. D. in Psychology from BYU. He is a Licensed Psychologist and has worked in the mental health field for 30 years.

He specializes in treating the following clinical issues: depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, abuse recovery, various addictions (particularly sexual addictions), phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder, at-risk teenagers and parenting strategies. He believes that the therapeutic relationship is the critical factor in the success of the therapy experience.

He loves the outdoors, particularly fly fishing (dry flies), camping, hiking, hunting and being with his family. As a father of seven and a husband of 17 years, Shawn brings firsthand knowledge of healthy relationships into the therapeutic process.

* Please note that Dr. Edgington does not treat individuals 14 years old or younger, couples, or individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.

Brigham Young University
M.Ed. Counseling and Guidance – 1994
Ph.D. Counseling Psychology – 2004

Work Experience

Utah Valley Hospital Behavioral Health Units
Timpview High School – School Counselor
New Haven Residential Treatment Center – Therapist

Alan earned a master’s and doctorate degree in counseling psychology from BYU. During his 25 years in private practice, he has worked to create a spiritually and emotionally safe setting for clients to experience healing. He treats individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder, grieving, ADHD, and pornography & sexual addictions.

He enjoys running in the mountains, skiing (snow & water), and banging on the drums. He and his wife, Lisa, have been married for more than three decades.

Dan received a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Utah Valley University, a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Utah, a Master’s Degree in Legal Studies from the University of Utah, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Dan has experience working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, faith crises/transitions, relationship issues, and pornography. He believes there is a purpose in everything that we do and in everything that happens to us. “As soon as we are able to find meaning in suffering, then the suffering is over.” A big part of his approach is helping you let go — to really feel what you need to feel from your past, and then to find the meaning to help you move forward. He has a lot of good experience helping people discover what their purpose is by building self-worth, as well as helping people let go of their pain. He believes that our light doesn’t shine based on how positively we think, but rather on how much of our past darkness we embrace. Ultimately, Dan sees his job as helping you find you.

In his free time, Dan enjoys watching movies, doing puzzles, playing video games, listening to podcasts, and hanging out with his amazing wife.

Caleb received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from BYU and a Master’s Degree from the University of Denver. Caleb takes a client-centered approach and works to make therapy personalized and something that works of you. He has experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, learning disability, autism, PTSD, trauma, substance use, ADHD. Caleb also welcomes those who identify with LGBTQI+. He has worked with domestic violence survivors in Utah shelters and transitional living. He is trained in trauma informed therapy, motivational interviewing, cultural humility, solution focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

His philosophy on therapy is one of collaboration. He is open and accepting of all beliefs, attitudes, and perspectives.

Caleb grew up in Utah and loves movies, game nights, and is always trying to find time to get to the nearest beach with a view of the ocean. He’s also a first-time dad trying to figure out all the unpredictabilities parenthood continually presents.

Currently offering video sessions only. Life often hands us many changes and challenges, and sometimes we feel like we have to face them alone. I believe we do not have to face these challenges alone, and it is okay to ask for help. I take a client-centered approach to meet individuals where they are, help them feel supported and guided through their challenges, and assist them in reaching their individual goals. I strive to help individuals feel more hopeful and empowered to face the challenges of life and ultimately find peace and healing.

I enjoy working with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with a variety of emotional and mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, postpartum concerns, attachment, and trauma. I take a client-centered approach when working with individuals, and I am trained in EMDR therapy and other evidenced based practices.

Life’s challenges do not have to be faced alone. Whether you are looking to sort through life’s day-to-day stresses or have past or recent trauma you have endured, therapy can be a powerful way to find peace and healing. I am currently seeing clients via video only. Let’s chat to see if I would be a good fit for you in your healing process!

Mary received a bachelor’s degree in Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic from Brigham Young University, a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics at the University of York (UK), and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at William & Mary. Her varied educational background helps her approach clients holistically and account for the various factors that impact a person’s life.

Mary takes a humanist approach to counseling. Using an integrative and eclectic approach, Mary seeks to help clients discover their inner strengths, gain insight, accept themselves fully, and promote growth and change. She works with clients struggling with a variety of concerns, including depression, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, life and faith transitions, health concerns, and life skills. She has training in EMDR, somatic therapy, DBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and CBT, as well as other modalities that are adaptable to meet clients’ needs. Mary has a background in family law and can help navigate turbulent waters associated with those cases, such as divorce and custody issues, including partnership and intimacy issues, family dynamics, and boundary setting. She is also available to do ADHD testing.

Originally from Colorado, Mary loves spending time with family and friends. She is an avid reader/book buyer, M&M eater, gluten-free baker, and escape room enthusiast. She loves philosophizing, traveling, and stargazing, and is always looking for a good book series to enjoy.