Adam Beckstead
CSW, Associate Therapist
Say Hello to Adam
Adam is a Certified Social Worker (CSW) at Full Circle Yoga & Therapy, seeing clients in person in Salt Lake City and by telehealth anywhere in Utah. His work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and he often pairs it with Zen mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing. He also uses narrative therapy to help people look at their story with fresh eyes.
Adam takes a transdiagnostic approach to his work. He’s interested in what’s actually happening in your life and whether your relationship with it is helping you or getting in the way. He gets there through conversations that go deep and stay honest.
Who Adam Works With
Adam works with couples and with individuals ages 15+. With couples, Adam focuses on helping each partner feel heard, and on what you both want your relationship to stand for. Adam’s work with individuals supports folks who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, identity exploration, and chronic pain and illness. He also has a particular interest in life/faith transitions and the big existential questions, the kinds of change that don’t fit neatly into a box but still deserve real attention.
How Therapy with Adam Feels
Adam believes meaningful therapy is about engaging with the process, not just the content. Sessions with him are collaborative, and you’re a full partner in the work. He offers a warm, nonjudgmental presence rooted in curiosity and care, so you can explore and heal at a pace that feels right.
Adam’s Background
Adam’s undergraduate work focused on developmental psychology and he later earned his Master of Social Work from the University of Utah. He has contributed to research on child development through the University of Minnesota, supported individuals in residential treatment at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, and previously interned as a school social worker in the Granite School District in Salt Lake County, Utah. His current work focuses on helping couples and individuals in outpatient settings.
Outside of Therapy
When he’s not in session, Adam enjoys wilderness camping, meditation, journaling, and cooking. He also considers himself a lifelong learner.