Derek Nutter, CSW, is an associate therapist whose path to this work is anything but conventional. After more than fifteen years in operations and product management, he made a purposeful move into mental health, bringing a grounded, real-world perspective to how he shows up for every client. He holds degrees from the University of Utah and The Ohio State University, where his Master of Social Work training centered on mental health and co-occurring substance use.

Derek's approach is multifaceted. He works with clients to recognize and soften the grip of unhelpful thoughts, reconnect with what truly matters to them, and use the breath and body as steady allies in the work.

He supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, career change, and trauma. His style is collaborative, non-judgmental, and client-centered, grounded in the belief that real healing happens when people are met with honesty, curiosity, and care.

As he builds his post-graduate practice, Derek has been deliberate about how he grows as a clinician. Rather than settling into a single model early, he has intentionally structured his supervision to learn from and observe several experienced clinicians who each work differently; widening his scope of practice so he can meet each client with the approach that genuinely fits them.

Therapy has been a life-changing part of Derek's own journey, and that experience is at the heart of his passion for this work. Outside the office, he's happiest outdoors hiking in the sun! He is a longtime yoga practitioner, an unapologetic fan of Utah's national parks, and an avid traveler who loves stepping into new places, cultures, and conversations. He shares his life with his wife, Aubrie, and the animals they love.