Struggling to manage life with Self Esteem Issues near Springville, UT?

Self-esteem-focused therapy for adults and teens who feel overwhelmed by self-doubt or harsh self-criticism — so you can build self-confidence, develop self-compassion, and stop feeling broken.

  • Learn tools to build confidence, self-trust, and a more compassionate inner voice

  • Create daily practices that reinforce self-worth, balance, and emotional stability

  • Break free from cycles of self-doubt, comparison, and harsh self-criticism

Hey, I'm Jill Devereaux!

I’m Jill Devereaux, specializing in confidence & self-esteem therapy for children, teens, adults, and couples. I support clients who feel stuck in patterns like self-doubt, harsh inner criticism, people-pleasing, perfectionism, fear of failure or rejection, difficulty setting boundaries, and feeling “not enough” even when life looks okay from the outside.



My style is warm, relational, and strengths-based. In our sessions, we focus on building a steadier inner foundation, learning to respond to yourself with compassion, and creating daily habits that support confidence and emotional balance so you can show up in relationships, work, and parenting with more clarity and self-trust. I believe meaningful change happens through a therapeutic relationship rooted in authenticity, respect, and genuine connection.



What you can expect in a session with me: a safe, encouraging space where you feel truly seen, a structured plan tailored to your goals and strengths, and practical tools you can use between sessions to strengthen confidence, calm anxiety, and shift unhelpful patterns. We’ll work in a way that feels grounded, supportive, and practical—so progress feels doable and steady.



My mission is to help clients live better—not just feel better—by strengthening self-worth from the inside out. Together, we work toward greater self-respect, more confident decision-making, and healthier relationships built on boundaries and mutual care. I place significant value on helping you discover your own passion for what’s possible—and then building the skills to get there.



Note: I also bring a strong foundation in parenting, caregiving, and family-strengthening support, which informs my work with children and families—especially when confidence is shaped by stress, anxiety, trauma, or relationship dynamics. I’m especially passionate about helping clients of all ages grow their capacity for resilience, connection, and meaningful change.

Licensed in: UT

Specialties: Supporting individuals in building self-esteem—strengthening self-worth and confidence, challenging negative self-talk, setting healthy boundaries, and developing a more compassionate, secure sense of self in relationships and daily life.

Approaches I use:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
  • ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) — OCD-specific
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — DBT-informed skills
  • Polyvagal-informed therapy (Stephen Porges / Deb Dana training)
  • Attachment-informed therapy

Degree & Certifications:

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) — Utah Valley University (Emphasis: Parenting & Strengthening Families)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) — Boston University (Emphasis: Trauma/Violence)
  • Certified Social Worker (CSW)
  • ACT-Trained (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
  • ERP Therapy Trained (Exposure & Response Prevention)
  • CBT Trained (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
  • DBT Trained (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
  • Polyvagal Theory in Therapy Training — Deb Dana
  • NICABM Treating Trauma Master Series (2021)
  • Advanced Facilitation Training — Arbinger Institute
  • Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Training
  • Hand in Hand Parenting — Learning Collaborative (Postgraduate Training)
  • Harvard Center on the Developing Child — Training
  • Georgetown University Center for Excellence — Training
  • Neufeld Institute Trainings — Making Sense of Aggression; Roots of Empathy
  • The YES Brain Training — Daniel J. Siegel, MD & Tina Payne Bryson, PhD
  • Beyond Behaviors Training — Mona Delahooke, PhD
  • Playful Parenting Training — Lawrence J. Cohen, PhD

Sessions: In-person and Virtual Sessions

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