LGBTQ+ Gender Affirming Therapy in Salt Lake, UT
Virtual Therapy available throughout Utah
A safe space promoting EMPOWERMENT & HEALING
Rooted in Identity: A Trans and BIPOC-Owned Mental Health Agency Serving Utah
Get the support you need
We specialize in depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, and family conflict
In-person & Telehealth sessions available for individuals ages 15 and older
Meet Joselyn Romero, LCSW
Gender affirming therapist in Salt Lake City, UT
Virtual Therapy available throughout Utah
Hi, I’m Joselyn. I help adults navigate gender transitions, explore identity, and heal from trauma so they can feel more at home in themselves and build a life that genuinely feels like their own.
I’m a Trans/Nonbinary, BIPOC therapist and a member of the LGBTQ+ community. This work is personal to me. I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience into the therapy room, and I understand how identity, culture, family expectations, and societal messages can shape the way we see ourselves.
I know what it’s like to live a life that doesn’t feel authentic, to question where you belong, to long for chosen family and community where you can be yourself. You may be questioning who you are, navigating a transition, healing from trauma, or realizing that the ways you learned to survive no longer fit the person you’re becoming.
Therapy with me is direct, collaborative, and real. We’ll get curious about the different parts of you, unpack old narratives, and understand your patterns and protective responses with compassion rather than judgment.
You don’t have to have yourself figured out before you walk through the door. All parts of you are welcome here.
How to Get Started with Therapy
Starting therapy is an important step toward healing and personal growth. At Arches Healing & Growth, we strive to make the process as simple, welcoming, and accessible as possible.
Reach Out to Us
Contact our team to inquire about therapy services. We'll help you explore your options, answer any initial questions, and determine whether one of our therapists may be a good fit for your needs.
Insurance Verification & Payment Options
If you plan to use insurance, we'll ask you to securely provide a picture of the front and back of your insurance card, along with your date of birth, so our billing team can verify your mental health benefits. If you prefer to pay out of pocket, we'll provide information about our self-pay rates and available payment options.
Please note that insurance verification is not a guarantee of coverage or payment. Your financial responsibility will depend on your specific insurance benefits.
Complete Your New Client Paperwork
Once we begin the intake process, you'll receive electronic paperwork through our secure client portal. This includes important information about our practice, consent forms, and questions to help your therapist better understand your needs.
Please complete all required paperwork before your first appointment.
Schedule Your First Appointment
We'll work with you to find an appointment time that aligns with your availability and your therapist's schedule.
During your first session, your therapist will take time to get to know you, discuss your concerns and goals, and collaborate with you on a plan for moving forward.
We're Here to Support You
Whether you're beginning therapy for the first time or returning after some time away, we're committed to creating an affirming, compassionate, and supportive environment where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered.
What People Are Saying:
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Their commitment to affirming, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ competent care genuinely shows in everything they do — from their professionalism and thoughtful communication to their deep involvement in the community. -Dr. Emma Mansour
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The team at Arches are such a great resource- Joselyn has brought together a great group of therapists who really put the need of the client as their priority. Their commitment to their work shows in the quality of their interactions with anyone who I refer to them, and shows in the resources they put out for the community. -Hailey Maire-Grant, LCSW
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I’m not a client of theirs, but I’d love to share some feedback on my experience working with Arches Healing and Growth from the Business side of things. They’re responsive, genuinely open to feedback, and always willing to listen. -Jill Shroyer
Arches Healing and Growth aims to provide a multicultural space that is inclusive and accessible to people of all cultural backgrounds and welcoming of their gender identities, religion, race, sexual orientations, disabilities and immigration status to facilitate and create a safe haven for healing and growth.
