Victims of Crime: Get Therapy Covered Through Utah’s Compensation Program
If you or someone you love has experienced a crime in Utah, you may be eligible for free mental health services through the Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC). This state-funded program helps cover therapy costs so victims can begin healing—without the added stress of finances.
At Willow Therapy Utah, we’re proud to support those impacted by trauma by accepting Utah’s Victims of Crime Compensation. Our compassionate therapists provide evidence-based care to help you process what’s happened, rebuild safety, and restore emotional balance.
What Is Utah’s Victims of Crime Compensation Program?
The Utah Office for Victims of Crime offers financial assistance for those impacted by qualifying crimes such as:
Assault or domestic violence
Sexual abuse or rape
Child abuse or neglect
Homicide or attempted homicide
DUI-related crashes
Robbery, burglary, and other violent crimes
If approved, this program can cover mental health counseling for victims, their immediate family members, or witnesses who have been emotionally affected.
How Therapy Can Help After a Crime
Experiencing a crime can lead to lasting emotional effects such as anxiety, PTSD, grief, and depression. Therapy can help you:
Reclaim a sense of safety and control
Process feelings of anger, fear, guilt, or sadness
Heal from trauma and build healthy coping strategies
Restore relationships and trust in others
Therapy Approaches We Offer
We tailor our care to each individual’s needs using trauma-informed approaches such as:
How to Apply and Use Victims of Crime Therapy Benefits
Step 1: File a Police Report
You must report the crime to law enforcement to qualify.
Step 2: Submit Your Application
Apply through the Utah Office for Victims of Crime website as soon as possible after the incident.
Step 3: Receive Authorization
If eligible, you’ll receive approval and can begin working with a qualified provider.
Step 4: Schedule with Willow Therapy Utah
Let our team know you’re using Victims of Crime benefits when you schedule your appointment. We’ll handle the billing directly.
Willow Therapy Utah Supports Survivors
We believe every survivor deserves support. Whether you’re seeking individual counseling, therapy for anxiety, trauma-informed care, or support for the entire family, we’re here to help.
We offer in-person sessions and secure online therapy in Utah so you can get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
You don’t have to go through this alone—healing is possible, and help is available.
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