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Connor Duersch
ACMHC
Have you ever wondered what your counselor is like outside of a session? Who they really are, and whether they might secretly be a total geek?
When it comes to Connor Duersch, you’ll find a true jack-of-all-trades when it comes to hobbies and interests, and yes, he’s absolutely a geek.
From being a forever DM in Dungeons & Dragons to his love of Jurassic Park, Connor brings creativity, humor, and genuine relatability into the counseling space.
He believes that healing doesn’t have to feel cold or intimidating, and that a little curiosity, creativity, and laughter can go a long way.
Connor’s personal experiences with depression, addiction recovery, relationship trauma, and ADHD shape the way he shows up for his clients; with honesty, empathy, and zero judgment.
He understands that healing looks different for everyone, and he is deeply committed to helping people move toward growth in ways that feel safe, respectful, and truly their own.
Professionally, Connor utilizes Person-Centered, Gestalt, and Narrative therapeutic approaches.
He is especially interested in continuing to integrate creative and play-based therapy into his work, with a particular focus on children and adolescents.
Connor also specializes in adolescent mental health and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), bringing over two years of experience working with youth at Stillwater Academy, a teen residential treatment facility.
Bilingual in Cantonese and familiar with Hong Kong culture, Connor offers cultural sensitivity alongside an open-minded, culturally aware perspective.
If nothing else, Connor brings a real, grounded presence paired with the right balance of professionalism, compassion, and understanding.
I absolutely love bike rides; for me, they are a form of self-care, and wherever there is a trail, you will find me and my bike.
You may also find me at your local golf course or Top Golf, hitting a bucket of balls.
I have loved doing creative projects with 3D printing, laser engraving, and woodworking, which have been in my family’s history for some time.
I am very active while also doing some relaxation with movies and PC gaming. I love to go to the gym as well to lift.
I played the clarinet since 3rd grade all the way through my undergrad.
I enjoy a good balance all around in my life making sure that my mental, physical, and spiritual self are taken care of.
Lets face it, who likes to talk about their crap with other people?
If you’re like most clients, you’re used to being judged despite hearing so many people talk about non judgment and when you do open up, it seems like the more you share, the less likely you are to get compassion.
We’ve worked our butts off to create a clinic where the unfiltered, real you, can show up and heal, so dammit give therapy a chance!
We love the unfiltered real you, let’s heal together. – Utah Family Therapy Team
