Meadowbrook - Telehealth

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Our office in Telehealth, provides compassionate counseling services designed to help you achieve better mental health and well-being.

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Meet the Dedicated Team at Meadowbrook Counseling

At Meadowbrook Counseling, every member of our team, from therapists to administrative staff, is dedicated to supporting you on your journey to wellness. We are not just professionals but also compassionate allies who are committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where healing and transformation can flourish. Our expert therapists specialize in various evidence-based modalities, ensuring personalized care tailored to your unique needs and goals. Join us, and experience the Meadowbrook difference - where empathy, expertise, and empowerment converge for holistic mental wellness.

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Meet Marco Rudas-GarciaPMH-APRN, TMS

Compassionate Nurse | Trauma-Informed Advocate | Culturally Sensitive Care Provider

Marco Rudas-Garcia, MSN, RN, is a dedicated nurse and mental health advocate with a passion for blending clinical excellence and human connection. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and a Master’s in Nursing from Gonzaga University, he combines advanced expertise with deep empathy to empower his patients.

His career spans surgical trauma units, psychiatric care, and specialized support for developmentally delayed individuals with mental illness, including impactful work with veterans at the VA Hospital in Salt Lake City. These experiences have honed his trauma-informed approach and commitment to care that prioritizes dignity, trust, and collaboration. Marco is licensed in UT, WA, and OR.

Areas of Specialization:

  • Trauma & PTSD: Evidence-based strategies to restore safety and resilience.
  • Anxiety & Depression: Personalized care tailored to each individual’s story.
  • LGBTQIA2S+ Affirming Care: A welcoming, inclusive space for authentic healing.
  • Online Opioid Addiction Treatment (MAT): Compassionate, judgment-free recovery support.

Fluent in Spanish, Marco is deeply committed to culturally sensitive care, particularly for marginalized communities underserved by traditional healthcare systems. His philosophy centers on patient-driven partnerships—believing that true healing happens when individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered in their own journey.

Outside of his clinical work, Marco recharges by coaching sports, hiking Utah’s rugged landscapes, and embarking on road trips with his family—a reminder that joy and balance are essential to wellbeing.

For Marco, exceptional care isn’t just about treatment—it’s about building a plan that honors each patient’s strengths, needs, and goals. Because everyone deserves a partner in healing.

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Meet Esmeralda FonsecaCMHC-I

Esmeralda believes that counseling is a collaborative journey where healing, self-discovery, and growth flourish through genuine connection and understanding. Currently pursuing her master’s degree in counseling at Rocky Mountain University, she is deeply committed to supporting individuals as they navigate their mental health journeys.

With a strong foundation in evidence-based approaches and a heartfelt passion for helping others, Esmeralda provides care that is inclusive and culturally sensitive. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she works with clients from all walks of life, including children, youth, teens, adults, couples, and families. Her goal is to honor each person’s unique experiences and needs.

Esmeralda is dedicated to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard, validated, and empowered. Whether someone is seeking support for a specific challenge or embarking on a path of self-discovery, Esmeralda walks alongside them as they pursue their goals and embrace their potential. She aims to help clients build a stronger foundation for growth, resilience, and meaningful change.

Esmeralda cree que la consejería es un viaje colaborativo donde la sanación, el autodescubrimiento y el crecimiento florecen a través de una conexión genuina y una comprensión profunda. Actualmente está cursando su maestría en consejería en Rocky Mountain University y está profundamente comprometida a apoyar a las personas mientras navegan sus caminos de salud mental.

Con una sólida base en enfoques basados en evidencia y una sincera pasión por ayudar a los demás, Esmeralda ofrece un cuidado inclusivo y culturalmente sensible. Fluida en inglés y español, trabaja con clientes de todas las edades y experiencias, incluyendo niños, jóvenes, adolescentes, adultos, parejas y familias. Su objetivo es honrar las experiencias y necesidades únicas de cada persona.

Esmeralda está dedicada a crear un espacio seguro y libre de juicios donde los clientes se sientan verdaderamente escuchados, validados y empoderados. Ya sea que alguien busque apoyo para un desafío específico o esté iniciando un camino de autodescubrimiento, Esmeralda camina a su lado mientras persiguen sus metas y abrazan su potencial. Su propósito es ayudar a los clientes a construir una base más sólida para el crecimiento, la resiliencia y el cambio significativo.

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Meet Grace SamuelsMFT-I

Grace Samuels is a compassionate and dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) completing her master’s degree at Capella University, where she integrates evidence-based practices with a warm, relational approach. With a bachelor’s degree in Marriage and Family Studies from BYU–Idaho, Grace brings both academic rigor and heartfelt empathy to her work with individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s complexities.

Specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Collaborative Language Systems, Grace helps clients uncover emotional patterns, strengthen relationships, and foster resilience. She has experience supporting clients through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, faith transitions, identity exploration, and life transitions, always honoring their unique stories with curiosity and respect.

At the core of Grace’s practice is a belief in the transformative power of connection. She creates a safe, inclusive space where clients feel deeply seen and heard—whether they’re seeking clarity as individuals, working through conflict as couples, or processing major changes as families. Her approach balances grounded insight, emotional presence, and a steadfast trust in each person’s capacity for growth.

Grace welcomes clients from all backgrounds and is committed to culturally affirming, LGBTQ+-inclusive care. If you’re ready to explore healing with a therapist who meets you with warmth, skill, and deep respect for your journey, Grace would be honored to walk alongside you.

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Meet Deneb BurgoyneCSW

Change is a natural and often positive part of life—but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. Deneb’s approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and deep respect for each individual’s unique journey. He believes that the most effective healing happens when clients feel seen, heard, and safe—empowered to take meaningful steps toward the life they want to create. With Deneb’s support, clients explore what matters most to them and develop tools that foster resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth.

Deneb earned his Master’s in Social Work from Brigham Young University and brings experience in a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and the Gottman Method for couples. He has worked with individuals facing challenges such as compulsive behaviors, trauma, anxiety, grief, and more. His priority is to meet each client where they are and provide support that aligns with their needs and goals.

Outside of his professional work, Deneb enjoys reading, hiking, kayaking, playing board games, and spending quality time with his family. These moments of connection and reflection help keep him grounded—something he strives to offer within the therapeutic space as well.

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Meet Brianne JonesCMHC-I

Brianne believes it is essential for individuals to feel witnessed, encouraged, and valued on their journey of survival and growth. She offers a safe, supportive space where clients can freely express themselves, working collaboratively to help them reconnect with their innate ability to guide their own path in a positive and meaningful way.

Currently pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) at the University of Phoenix, Brianne’s therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), incorporating techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She operates from a trauma-informed perspective and has experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI). Brianne is passionate about providing clients with practical tools, resources, and education in a warm, client-centered manner, tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. She strives to be culturally aware and values understanding each person’s relationship with their own cultural background.

Brianne has worked with diverse populations, including families involved with the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) and individuals in permanent supportive housing facing serious mental illness (SMI), homelessness, and addiction. Her most recent experience was in a behavioral health hospital, supporting teenage males working through trauma and behavioral challenges. She enjoys working with clients of various ages and backgrounds, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, boundary-setting, and more.

Outside of her professional life, Brianne loves spending time with her husband and their four cats. She believes in the power of laughter and often incorporates humor into her life—sometimes, it’s the best medicine for the moment.

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