Background and Experience

I have a variety of experience with different populations, including adults and adolescents who commit sexual offenses and who have severe and persistent mental illnesses, like psychotic and bipolar disorders, personality disorders (borderline, antisocial, narcissistic and dependent), direct and vicarious trauma, family issues, depression, anxiety, grief, women’s issues, and conduct problems.  

​I’ve worked in state hospitals, private hospitals, community outpatient clinics, correctional facilities, and child protective services. My strong case management background allows me to provide you with excellent service, care and accountability, in addition to timely report writing.

My specialties include: clinical and forensic evaluations (evaluations for the courts), vicarious traumatization (victims of indirect trauma), depression and anxiety, and self-esteem.  

Approach to Treatment

When you come to my office, I will meet you where you are in your mission toward the life you want to live. I help my clients stay focused on the present moment, while also processing the challenges in their past or future that impact their present experience.

Though I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and enjoy helping people make connections between their early development and their present selves, I utilize various evidence-based treatments according to my client’s presenting problems.

Theodore Roosevelt said it best, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”

I do not push beyond people’s capabilities, but I challenge people when they are making decisions or engaging in behaviors that appear out of line with their goals. My job is to provide perspective to my clients and to help them build a sense of self-efficacy in their lives.

Candice Waltrip, Psy.D.​

My name is Candice Waltrip and I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Utah.

I take pride in my work and value the time I have with my clients.

Everyone deserves to be heard, and if you are willing to invest in yourself, I will work alongside you on your path to reaching your goals. You can learn something new each day if you allow yourself to explore various possibilities. Take one thing from our time together and it may change your life in an unexpected way.  

Licensed Psychologist