School Counseling

Chelsey Sorensen was born and raised in Mapleton, Utah where she was the middle child of 3. She enjoyed working hard to get good grades and was her high school's CTE Sterling Scholar and graduated with a 4.0 GPA. She went on to attend Utah Valley University where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology (Magna Cum Laude), took a little break from school, and then continued to get her Master's in School Counseling (Summa Cum Laude). She worked at the Utah State Hospital for many years while going to school and enjoyed working with the patients there. 

She greatly enjoys traveling anywhere and exploring new and old places. She has a labradoodle named Harper who is very energetic, hyper, and sweet. Harper loves playing fetch the most, and Chelsey has spent countless hours throwing balls for Harper to chase. Harper also loves to shop and go on adventures with Chelsey, they both love TJ Maxx, going for walks, and playing in water. While Chelsey loves the Utah mountains, she loves the beach just a little bit more.

Chelsey has a passion to inspire and empower others, especially her students. She has looked forward to being a school counselor for many years and is so excited to make a difference and encourage others to believe in themselves and be great leaders.

Ryan Chavez is a dedicated school counselor in Utah with a strong background in education and student support. Originally from Alaska, he pursued his passion for understanding people and helping youth by earning a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University–Idaho, followed by a master’s degree in School Counseling from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Over the years, Ryan has gained valuable experience working in a variety of roles within education, including as a paraprofessional, substitute teacher, behavioral interventionist, and wrestling coach. These diverse positions have given him a well-rounded perspective on student needs, both academically and personally, and have shaped his compassionate and approachable counseling style.

Beyond his professional life, Ryan is deeply devoted to his family. He and his wife are raising three children together, and they enjoy creating lasting memories through simple but meaningful experiences. Their favorite activities include going to many different splash pads during the summer, playing in the snow during the winter, hiking Utah’s scenic trails, doing arts and crafts projects, playing games, and spending time with extended family. Ryan’s commitment to his career, his students, and his family highlights his passion for fostering growth, connection, and resilience in all aspects of life.