Dr. Douglas Nielsen, PHD
Dr. Douglas Nielsen, PHD is a psychologist in American Fork, UT. He graduated from Ph.D. Couneling Psychology, Brigham Young University in 1994. He is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
Alpine Counseling Center
475 W 50 N American Fork, UT 84003Make an Appointment
Care Philosophy
- Dr. Douglas Nielsen, PHD
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- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Nielsen's Reviews
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How was your experience with Dr. Nielsen?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Nielsen to family and friends is 4 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
In my treatment of adults and teens I believe that a caring relationship is essential with every patient. My office is a safe, non-judgmental place for learning and growth.Psychology
Counseling
Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling
Alpine Center
Residency Hospital, 1995Ph.d. Couneling Psychology, Brigham Young University
Medical School, 1994Psychological Associates
Internship Hospital, 1994Masters Counseling, Auburn University
Undergraduate School, 1977
Focus on Depression
Locations
Alpine Counseling Center
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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