Meet Michael Van Dam

Michael Van Dam, LCSW, graduated from the University of Utah with a Masters Degree in Social Work in 2002.  For the majority of Michael’s career, Michael has been employed as a counselor with Family Services of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Michael's objective as a counselor is to assist individuals grow in emotional resilience and self-reliance.  As an Acceptance and Commitment Therapist (ACT), Michael guides and motivates individuals to live values-directed lives.  As an Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT), Michael is particularly invested in strengthening marriage and family relationships.  Michael has a depth of experience assisting men break habits of sexually compulsive behavior and helping couples heal from associated trauma.  Michael has facilitated men’s pornography treatment groups through the LifeSTAR Network. 

​Beyond his training as a clinical counselor, Michael became certified as a Music Therapist through Utah State University. Michael graduated with a degree in cello performance from the University of Utah and performed as a member of the Orchestra at Temple Square.
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To schedule an appointment, contact Michael at 801-815-6152.

Michael's insight-oriented and solution-focused approach to treatment encourages hope and confidence in individuals' ability to grow and heal.