Meet Our Providers
Our office focuses on: Empower, Hope, Resolve. Life offers many challenges and when things get overwhelming, reaching out for help is the first step. You will find the help you are searching for in our office.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Gayle Wyner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience. She earned a Master’s of Social Work from the University of Utah and graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Social Work.
She has been a successful therapist for many years and has also effectively facilitated several mediations and/or parent coordination cases to help with high conflict resolution. She has been successful in helping children, adolescents and adults work through their mental health issues. She is EMDR certified and has extensive experience with postpartum depression, domestic violence, trauma, depression, anxiety, abuse, PTSD, addictions, life changes in elderly care and many other mental health diagnoses. She is also specialized in marriage, family and relationship counseling. Additionally, with her training as a mediator and parent coordinator she is an excellent choice to help guide clients to a successful outcome.
Gayle is a member of the following organizations: National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the Utah Society of Social Work Leadership in Health Care (USSWLHC) and Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC). Gayle is also a board member of the Children Service Society of Utah (CSS) which is a non-profit organization that provides individualized services to those responsible for the welfare of our children. It empowers families, caregivers, and professionals through services supporting the safety and well-being of children. She has worked in both non-profit and private clinical settings. She presents regularly at conferences, workshops and high schools.
Gayle’s years of professional experience reflects a lifelong commitment to helping people whether it is through counseling, mediation or parent coordination.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Jesse Buchanan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). He earned a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Utah and a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology. He is skilled and trained in several treatment modalities. Jesse has experience with trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship issues and other mental health diagnoses.
As a first responder for many years, Jesse has experienced, firsthand, the mental and emotional struggles which most people face. He also recognizes the many barriers, including stigmatization, which stand in the way of people seeking relief through mental health resources. Jesse has made it a mission to normalize mental health and to reduce the anxieties associated with seeking treatment.
Jesse provides a non-judgmental environment in which healing can take place. He believes strongly in working with clients, as a team, to focus on the strengths and resiliency that they already possess, and to use those strengths to help clients to be their best selves. Jesse enhances evidence-based practices while providing empathy, hope and empowerment. He offers a safe environment for clients to employ their personal strengths in overcoming obstacles.
Jesse has experience working with adolescents, families, individuals and couples.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Braeden Guter is an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC). He graduated with his Master’s in Counseling from Western in Portland, Oregon. He is trained in a variety of treatment modalities including Adlerian, Brief Solutions Therapy, CBT and DBT. Braeden is experienced in working with teens, adults, and couples. He has experience working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationships, life-enhancement, and a variety of risks and struggles along the spectrum of life. Braeden also has experience working with severe mental health within the houseless population.
Braeden has a background in consumer sales and public speaking which has helped him be well-acquainted with learning to be comfortable in all stages of expectations and how to move clients from feeling stagnant into manageable goals and boundaries. Fear of the unknown, stress, insecurity, relationship conflict, are just a few of the limiting factors that can make an individual feel they cannot find hope in their current life.
Braeden focuses on finding motivating values and passions that lead to curiosity. When we cannot find excitement in the ordinary, we can feel begin to feel heavy and isolated. As we move closer to our core motivators, we can begin to feel empowered and motivated toward change in all aspects of life. Creating a safe space to explore our identity allows us to reframe our thinking into a life that feels manageable and exciting. When someone feels heard, valued, encouraged, and support they are capable of embracing the freedom that comes in everyday life. Change is difficult and requires courage to make a difference in what we’ve known, but it can also bring about new perspectives that reduce our negative self-talk and enhance overall peace in life.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Andrew Aragon is a Certified Social Worker (CSW). He earned his Master of Social Work degree from Utah State University where he learned from wonderful mentors. Andrew earned his bachelor’s degree in communication from Weber State University and worked in local media before making a career change.
Andrew has worked in a variety of mental health settings such as group homes, transitional living programs, schools, and afterschool programs as well as a therapist. He has years of experience as a private practice therapist working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Andrew also has expertise working in many mental health modalities including anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship conflicts, and other various life stressors. Andrew likes to refer to his therapy sessions as judgement- free zones. He enjoys helping people recognize their strengths, holding space for them, empowering them, and finding ways to help them heal. Andrew has seen the power of mental health therapy work for some of his loved ones, and he feels grateful to be in this position to help others. Paying it forward is important to him, and he strives to help his clients get through difficult times in their lives.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Blake Patterson is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). He graduated from Abilene Christian University and earned his master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is trained through multiple Family Systems models and primarily utilizes Experiential Family Therapy and Internal Family Systems. He also has experience with play therapy and utilizes Jungian Play Therapy, Adlerian Play Therapy, and Ecological Play Therapy. He is also an Aut-Play Therapy trained to work with clients with neurodivergence through a strengths-based framework. He is passionate and deeply curious about the field and loves working with an assortment of clients to discover their authentic Self. He has experience working with children, pre-teens, adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families who are experiencing different aspects of change/distress.
Blake is deeply philosophical and interested in thinking outside of the box and witnessing his clients for who they are while exploring and highlighting new/unforeseen insights into their lives. He strives to facilitate an empathetic, safe, fun, and therapeutic environment for all his clients. He focuses on approaching clients through a trauma-informed approach and being sensitive to his clients’ needs. He loves seeing the diversity and uniqueness of clients’ strengths, potential, and creativity.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Raul Rios-Raya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of child welfare knowledge. He graduated with a Master’s of Social Work from Utah State University, and a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Utah. He takes an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Raul has worked with pre-teens, teens, adults, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and many other mental health diagnoses. He brings a culturally sensitive and strengths-based approach to his therapy, acknowledging the diverse backgrounds and experiences of his clients. He works towards empowering clients to cultivate resilience and self-awareness, facilitating their journey towards greater happiness and well-being.
Raul’s goal is to foster an environment where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and positivity, all within a space where they feel valued and understood.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Michael Heggie is a Certified Social Worker (CSW). He earned a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Tennessee and a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina. He is skilled and trained in several treatment modalities including CBT, REBT, Motivational Interviewing and other evidence-based practices.
Michael has experience working with pre-teens, teens, adults, veterans, active-duty military, couples and families experiencing trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, panic, relationship issues and other mental health diagnoses.
Coming from a family of combat veterans, Michael has first-hand experience on how deeply trauma, addiction, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can affect individuals and family systems. Michael has made it a priority in his practice to provide safety for anyone seeking treatment, especially those who have experienced traumatic events and are involved in lines of work where seeking mental health help may still be stigmatized.
Michael works towards empowering clients and provides an environment of collaboration
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Jasmine Marx is a Certified Social Worker (CSW). She graduated with a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Social Work from Utah Valley University. She utilizes multiple modalities such as CBT, Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and other evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Jasmine is experienced in working with grief, trauma, religious transitioning, crisis, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and other mental health diagnoses.
Jasmine has worked with community outreach teams for those with severe persistent mental illnesses and crisis outreach teams. She has experience with children, teens, young adults, adults, couples and families who are in search of mental health support and current life challenges. She brings a unique approach to treatment where she provides empathetic support, self-independence, and individuality in each session as a safe environment. Jasmine is familiar with multicultural homes and families. Encourages to work towards exploring one’s emotions and self-expression.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Ashley McCulloch is a Certified Social Worker (CSW). She graduated with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. She also graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Ashley takes an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Interpersonal therapy.
Ashley is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with experience in supporting couples, preteens, teens, adults, and women. With a strong commitment to promoting mental well-being, Ashley has a unique background working with military families, understanding the distinct challenges they face and providing them with tailored support.
Specializing in disordered eating, Ashley is a certified intuitive eating counselor who empowers clients to cultivate a healthier relationship with food and their bodies. Ashley’s approach focuses on fostering self-acceptance and resilience, helping individuals navigate their personal journeys toward mental wellness.
Passionate about helping couples and individuals uncover their strengths, Ashley believes in a holistic, strengths-based approach to mental health. By providing a safe and nurturing environment, Ashley guides clients in achieving their goals and reaching their full potential. Ashley is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves, helping them thrive both personally and emotionally.
LGBTQIA and all culturally diverse populations are welcome.
Michael Winzenried is an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC) with a strong background in working with both children and adults. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Utah and completed his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Phoenix.
Throughout his career, Michael has gained valuable experience in day treatment and residential programs for children and adolescents at Valley Behavioral Health and the Huntsman Mental Health Institute at the University of Utah. These roles have given him a deep understanding of the challenges young people face and the importance of providing tailored, compassionate care.
In addition to his extensive work with children, preteens and teens, Michael has also worked with adults, seniors, couples and families struggling with mental health challenges and broadening his ability to support individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and many other mental health diagnoses. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well as other modalities to empower clients, helping them build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and work toward lasting positive change.
Michael is committed to creating a safe and supportive space for his clients, helping them to navigate their mental health journeys and reach their fullest potential.
Reach Out to a Local, Professional Counselor Now
Talking to a local counselor in Draper can mean all the difference in the world. Whatever challenges you’re facing, the answers are close at hand. The compassionate, experienced counselors at Sunrise Solutions are a part of your community. They know first-hand how to guide you through the process of uncovering practical, real-world solutions.
Contact us today to learn more about our Draper professional counseling practice. We look forward to helping you find a way through the challenges, ensuring that you find your footing again.