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Naomia Bell

Compassionate counselor focused on practical change

LCMHC Utah

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches
Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Naomia

Naomia Bell is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in Utah with two decades of experience. She focuses on helping people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and addictive behaviors.

Background and approach

Her style is direct and steady, and she aims to make people feel understood and safe to talk openly. Naomia draws on relationship-focused work alongside approaches that help people change unhelpful patterns.

She uses practical skills to manage intense emotions and to rebuild trust after painful experiences. Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal-oriented while staying warm and respectful.

Her background includes many roles in behavioral health, from special education teacher to guidance counselor and utilization reviewer. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has supported people with a wide range of diagnoses and life challenges.

That variety informs how she tailors care to each person’s needs. Naomia also has experience addressing issues that affect daily life and relationships, including family-of-origin struggles, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and problems with communication and intimacy.

She helps people sort priorities and take manageable steps toward change. People who work with Naomia can expect a collaborative approach.

She listens for what matters most, suggests practical tools, and revisits goals as life shifts. Her aim is to help clients feel more grounded, connected, and capable of handling difficult moments.

Applying relationship and acceptance work to online therapy

Naomia blends relationship-focused techniques with acceptance-based tools to help people manage difficult feelings and improve connections. The Gottman-informed perspective helps identify interaction patterns and communication habits that affect relationships, offering clear strategies for better listening and conflict repair. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches ways to notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, and it helps clients clarify values and take meaningful action toward them.

Finding the best approach is a team effort. Naomia will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She checks in about progress, adjusts techniques as needed, and keeps the plan practical and goal-oriented so clients can see what is helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls provide face-to-face time for deeper conversation and exercises. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a camera feels like too much. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, quick coping suggestions, and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and changing life demands.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Naomia address in sessions?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, eating and anger concerns, ADHD, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach blends relationship-focused work with practical skills training. Sessions are direct, warm, and aimed at helping clients manage emotions and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Naomia brings 20 years of experience in behavioral health, including roles in education, counseling, inpatient care, and outpatient services.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a licensed clinical mental health counselor, credentialed as UT LCMHC, and practices from Utah.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed in

Utah

Languages

English