Frankie Nemanic
Intern
“Growth occurs when individuals confront problems, struggle to master them, and through that
struggle develop new aspects of their skills, capacities, views about life.”
– Carl Rogers
My Approach
I took a less direct path to becoming a therapist. For most of my life, I worked behind the chair as a hairstylist, where I found myself drawn to the deeper conversations happening beneath the surface. Over time, I realized I wanted to connect with people on a more emotional level and better understand the “why” behind patterns in our lives. This led me to the University of Utah, where I earned a degree in Sociology and Gender Studies, and later to Westminster University, where I am completing my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I have experience working with LGBTQ+ youth through Encircle, which strengthened my commitment to identity-informed care and the community. I also work with individuals navigating grief, mood-related concerns, substance use, as well as those facing challenges in identity development, family and relationship conflict, and navigating phase of life stressors.
My approach to therapy focuses on how past relational experiences show up in the present and shape emotional and interpersonal patterns. I work from a psychodynamic and person-centered perspective, with attention to both moment-to-moment emotional experience and recurring themes in relationships. In sessions, I aim to help clients slow down enough to notice these patterns, make sense of their emotional experience, and develop a clearer understanding of how they relate to themselves and others.
Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy lifting weights, rock climbing, and yoga. At times, I find myself getting lost in psychological thrillers and historical fiction books, and watching Survivor. I spend time outdoors with my partner and my shih tzu, Percy, brings a lot of joy to my everyday life.
