Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Cedar City, UT

Alex has worked for 14 years as a therapist (LCSW) and four years as a therapist-supervisor. He graduated from BYU with his master's in social work in 2013. He uses therapeutic modalities such as ACT, CBT, IFS, MI, EMDR, EFT, CPP, Jungian, Child-centered, Adlerian, expressive arts, and narrative. He has worked with most behavioral health needs and age. He does dyadic work (couples or parent-child therapy).

​Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about my practice. My name is David Housley, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based mental health care.

​Professional Background & Philosophy

​I believe effective mental health treatment is rooted in a collaborative therapeutic alliance. My approach is deeply patient-centered, focusing on your unique lived experiences, challenges, and goals. I utilize a structured, individualized framework to ensure you feel supported, respected, and actively involved in every decision regarding your care.

​Areas of Focus

​My practice centers on thorough psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management, and advanced clinical treatments. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating:

​Mood Disorders, including major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant conditions

​Anxiety Disorders, such as generalized anxiety, panic, and stress-related challenges

​Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

​Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related spectrum presentations

​What to Expect

​When you partner with me, you can expect a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment. Whether conducting an initial evaluation or fine-tuning an ongoing treatment plan, my goal is to provide the clinical expertise, medical insights, and practical tools necessary to help you achieve lasting stability and improved well-being.

​I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward better health.

Many high-performing adults are used to being the one others depend on. From the outside, life may look successful and put together, but internally you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or constantly questioning yourself despite your accomplishments.

I specialize in working with professionals, leaders, and high-achieving adults who are balancing demanding careers, relationships, parenting, and personal expectations while struggling with anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, or stress that never fully seems to shut off. Many of my clients are successful professionally but find themselves struggling to feel fully present at home, connected in relationships, or able to truly slow their mind down.

I also work with adults navigating depression, major life transitions, work stress, relationship challenges, and the pressure of trying to manage everything while continuing to perform at a high level. Often, the same strengths that help people succeed professionally can also contribute to chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, people-pleasing, overthinking, difficulty relaxing, or feeling like they always need to stay in control.

Therapy with me is not about judgment or simply “talking about feelings.” It is a practical, supportive, and collaborative process focused on helping you better understand yourself, improve emotional awareness, manage stress more effectively, strengthen relationships, and feel more grounded and confident in both your personal and professional life.

I am committed to helping clients feel safe, heard, seen, and valued. My social work and community health education background help me focus on wellness in all areas of your life!

Hello! I am an existential therapist and former lawyer. I understand the challenges of working in a high-stress job, managing family obligations, finding time for rest, and coping with anxiety and depression. I specialize in relationship trauma, panic attacks, insomnia, post-divorce, IVF difficulty, climate/political anxiety, and work-related performance issues.

Are you tired of what feels like the "same old" therapy?

My approach to create a space with my clients to have a more personally tailored approach utilizing a wellness approach!

Thriving instead of just surviving.

I am a strong believer in meeting those I serve where they are.

Whether you are experiencing loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, a life transition, stress or need a sounding board, I am here to be a support!