Therapists in 85253
Meredith Waller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
New Clients Welcome (11/1) Is it hard to imagine getting through a whole day without anxiety, negative self-talk, or overwhelm? If so, you're in the right place! I am a fully Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and I specialize in creating a warm, accepting, and healing space for adults who want to learn effective tools and take back control over anxiety, self-esteem, adhd, and relationships/ trauma. This is a space where we honor the past and focus on helping you create a future you're thriving in. A space where you're encouraged to be unapologetically yourself and explore what exactly that means.
New Clients Welcome (11/1) Is it hard to imagine getting through a whole day without anxiety, negative self-talk, or overwhelm? If so, you're in the right place! I am a fully Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and I specialize in creating a warm, accepting, and healing space for adults who want to learn effective tools and take back control over anxiety, self-esteem, adhd, and relationships/ trauma. This is a space where we honor the past and focus on helping you create a future you're thriving in. A space where you're encouraged to be unapologetically yourself and explore what exactly that means.
Shannon Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
You have taken the initiative and have begun the most difficult part of your journey. Your being here means you are contemplating change. No doubt, change can be hard, and yes, often uncomfortable. Good news, you do not have to go through it alone. You are the expert of your own experience and you get to set the pace for your journey. I engage a psychodynamic, person centered, strengths based, solution focused approach in working with my clients. My passion is working with the root causes of symptoms that trouble you. Anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, let's uncover what has prevented or is blocking your progress or goals.
You have taken the initiative and have begun the most difficult part of your journey. Your being here means you are contemplating change. No doubt, change can be hard, and yes, often uncomfortable. Good news, you do not have to go through it alone. You are the expert of your own experience and you get to set the pace for your journey. I engage a psychodynamic, person centered, strengths based, solution focused approach in working with my clients. My passion is working with the root causes of symptoms that trouble you. Anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, let's uncover what has prevented or is blocking your progress or goals.
Athena McKee
Counselor, MS, LAC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
Rather than conventional talk therapy or passive listening, I provide EMDR Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). EMDR works on a physical level to resolve anxiety, depression, insecurities, ADHD, OCD, complex-PTSD and maladaptive behaviors, like people-pleasing, codependency, reactivity and outbursts. DBT is a structured, evidence-based, skills-building treatment for you to resolve limiting beliefs, build self-worth, and learn emotional regulation, communication and interpersonal skills. DBT Skills not only guide your healing today, they improve your emotional, mental and relational health, and your life overall.
Rather than conventional talk therapy or passive listening, I provide EMDR Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). EMDR works on a physical level to resolve anxiety, depression, insecurities, ADHD, OCD, complex-PTSD and maladaptive behaviors, like people-pleasing, codependency, reactivity and outbursts. DBT is a structured, evidence-based, skills-building treatment for you to resolve limiting beliefs, build self-worth, and learn emotional regulation, communication and interpersonal skills. DBT Skills not only guide your healing today, they improve your emotional, mental and relational health, and your life overall.
I work with individual adults (18+) managing a variety of issues, including trauma and PTSD, spiritual/existential issues and concerns, creative blocks, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and career/life path development.
I work with individual adults (18+) managing a variety of issues, including trauma and PTSD, spiritual/existential issues and concerns, creative blocks, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and career/life path development.
I enjoy doing all types of therapy for all different issues to include depression, anxiety, addiction/substance use and abuse, health and wellness, grief, trauma, parental alienation, developmental challenges, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, codependency, work stress and relationship conflict. I work with people to identify treatment goals and create a treatment regimen that fits their needs which includes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, behavior modification, interpersonal therapy, sport psychology and coaching.
I enjoy doing all types of therapy for all different issues to include depression, anxiety, addiction/substance use and abuse, health and wellness, grief, trauma, parental alienation, developmental challenges, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, codependency, work stress and relationship conflict. I work with people to identify treatment goals and create a treatment regimen that fits their needs which includes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, behavior modification, interpersonal therapy, sport psychology and coaching.
Maria Mangione
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I provide therapy to teens and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety and stress (general anxiety, specific phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety, performance anxiety, OCD, etc.) and also enjoy working with clients to resolve relationship issues, familial distress and self-esteem challenges. I also have considerable experience treating clinical concerns of depression and other mood disorders, behavioral concerns, academics issues, work related concerns, ADHD and executive dysfunction, grief and loss, and body image concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I provide therapy to teens and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety and stress (general anxiety, specific phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety, performance anxiety, OCD, etc.) and also enjoy working with clients to resolve relationship issues, familial distress and self-esteem challenges. I also have considerable experience treating clinical concerns of depression and other mood disorders, behavioral concerns, academics issues, work related concerns, ADHD and executive dysfunction, grief and loss, and body image concerns.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Fire Horse Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I have been in the mental health field for over 9 years and specialize in trauma. Trauma symptoms can show up in many forms from anxiety and depression to dissociation and everything in between. I take a wholistic approach, working with you to identify goals and provide education on your symptoms and therapies best suited for your goals. Healing from trauma is possible by learning effective skills to assist in daily life, healing ineffective behavior patterns, creating relationships you want and establishing the boundaries you need.
I have been in the mental health field for over 9 years and specialize in trauma. Trauma symptoms can show up in many forms from anxiety and depression to dissociation and everything in between. I take a wholistic approach, working with you to identify goals and provide education on your symptoms and therapies best suited for your goals. Healing from trauma is possible by learning effective skills to assist in daily life, healing ineffective behavior patterns, creating relationships you want and establishing the boundaries you need.
Hi, I’m Cynthia. Welcome to Desert Somatics & Psychotherapy. In this practice, I endeavor to create a safe, healing space for people to work with the most vulnerable parts of themselves. When you are facing anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, grief and loss, or the residual effects of traumatic situations or experiences, it can feel insurmountable. My passion is helping people to take the big, scary events, feelings, thoughts, and life experiences they are facing and to break them down into manageable pieces we can work through together. In so doing, we find that healing and repair are possible.
Hi, I’m Cynthia. Welcome to Desert Somatics & Psychotherapy. In this practice, I endeavor to create a safe, healing space for people to work with the most vulnerable parts of themselves. When you are facing anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, grief and loss, or the residual effects of traumatic situations or experiences, it can feel insurmountable. My passion is helping people to take the big, scary events, feelings, thoughts, and life experiences they are facing and to break them down into manageable pieces we can work through together. In so doing, we find that healing and repair are possible.
Lorrie Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their life. There are times when some help coping and overcoming these challenges is just what is needed. Whether it is difficult relationships, feeling depressed or anxious, a health issue, assistance with a specific mental health issue that is negatively affecting your life or just adjusting to the many challenges everyone faces, we are here to help. We utilize evidenced-based and best practices to get the most desirable results possible. We maintain the utmost privacy and confidentiality.
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their life. There are times when some help coping and overcoming these challenges is just what is needed. Whether it is difficult relationships, feeling depressed or anxious, a health issue, assistance with a specific mental health issue that is negatively affecting your life or just adjusting to the many challenges everyone faces, we are here to help. We utilize evidenced-based and best practices to get the most desirable results possible. We maintain the utmost privacy and confidentiality.
Stacey Krueger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Hi, I'm Stacey K. a licensed/board-certified therapist specializing in women’s mental health utilizing a holistic wellness-focused perspective. I help women navigate stress and anxiety, find meaning, grieve, vent, invest in their well-being, stop putting themselves last, repair relationships, increase self-worth and confidence, navigate boundaries, and move away from harsh inner critics, perfectionism, and ‘people-pleasing.'
Hi, I'm Stacey K. a licensed/board-certified therapist specializing in women’s mental health utilizing a holistic wellness-focused perspective. I help women navigate stress and anxiety, find meaning, grieve, vent, invest in their well-being, stop putting themselves last, repair relationships, increase self-worth and confidence, navigate boundaries, and move away from harsh inner critics, perfectionism, and ‘people-pleasing.'
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I am a trauma-informed psychologist with a strengths-based approach that is grounded in the fundamentals of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This means that I believe that everyone in life experiences situations that affect their beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and values, sometimes in unhelpful ways. My focus areas are relationship issues (romantic/family/friends), trauma and PTSD, couples counseling, anxiety, depression, anger management, career counseling, family conflict, infidelity, self-esteem, stress, among other issues. Healthy relationships with yourself and others can improve your overall well-being and mental health.
I am a trauma-informed psychologist with a strengths-based approach that is grounded in the fundamentals of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This means that I believe that everyone in life experiences situations that affect their beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and values, sometimes in unhelpful ways. My focus areas are relationship issues (romantic/family/friends), trauma and PTSD, couples counseling, anxiety, depression, anger management, career counseling, family conflict, infidelity, self-esteem, stress, among other issues. Healthy relationships with yourself and others can improve your overall well-being and mental health.
Allison Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Are you missing a sense of connection and fulfillment in your relationships? Do you find it difficult to shut off the worry and stay in the present? Is the stress of being a high achiever putting a damper on your mood and personal life? Do you recognize past traumas lingering in your present? Your struggles are real and so is hope. Take heart in knowing that I have helped many before you to successfully resolve these issues and live a more meaningful life. A better future awaits you.
Are you missing a sense of connection and fulfillment in your relationships? Do you find it difficult to shut off the worry and stay in the present? Is the stress of being a high achiever putting a damper on your mood and personal life? Do you recognize past traumas lingering in your present? Your struggles are real and so is hope. Take heart in knowing that I have helped many before you to successfully resolve these issues and live a more meaningful life. A better future awaits you.
Jennifer Ami
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I help anxious, distracted and scattered individuals rewire unhelpful thought patterns and develop new, healthy behaviors so they can show up in meaningful ways in both their personal and professional lives.
Let’s admit it, life can be hard! It can feel overwhelming to manage the endless to-do list. Do you want to work on organizational skills, practice navigating difficult conversations, or regulating strong emotions? I am here to help empower you to make the necessary changes to feel successful, breathe a little easier, and enjoy life again. I commend you on taking this step to put yourself first by seeking therapy. I believe therapy is a gift and it would be my privilege to help assist you on your personal journey.
I help anxious, distracted and scattered individuals rewire unhelpful thought patterns and develop new, healthy behaviors so they can show up in meaningful ways in both their personal and professional lives.
Let’s admit it, life can be hard! It can feel overwhelming to manage the endless to-do list. Do you want to work on organizational skills, practice navigating difficult conversations, or regulating strong emotions? I am here to help empower you to make the necessary changes to feel successful, breathe a little easier, and enjoy life again. I commend you on taking this step to put yourself first by seeking therapy. I believe therapy is a gift and it would be my privilege to help assist you on your personal journey.
I work with teens, adults, and families facing anxiety/depression, self-harm/suicidality, relationship instability, trauma, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I believe that we all seek love, acceptance, and belonging. When experiences lead us to internalize a shame message that we are not enough, we can develop ways of interacting with the world that, though helpful in the past, are no longer working (or may even be harmful). This can bring on issues related to anxiety, depression, shame and low-self-esteem, feeling out of control of your emotions, and conflicts in your relationships. As overwhelming as life can feel, I truly believe finding freedom and healing is possible and consider it a privilege to support you in this process.
I work with teens, adults, and families facing anxiety/depression, self-harm/suicidality, relationship instability, trauma, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I believe that we all seek love, acceptance, and belonging. When experiences lead us to internalize a shame message that we are not enough, we can develop ways of interacting with the world that, though helpful in the past, are no longer working (or may even be harmful). This can bring on issues related to anxiety, depression, shame and low-self-esteem, feeling out of control of your emotions, and conflicts in your relationships. As overwhelming as life can feel, I truly believe finding freedom and healing is possible and consider it a privilege to support you in this process.
Beth Sikora
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
Do you feel alone? Or shame more than serenity and self-esteem? This can be due to being depressed, loss of someone dear to you, experiencing trauma, an accident, or recovering from cancer. Perhaps your hope and purpose in life is gone or in question. Or your sense of meaning in life uncertain. I will walk along with you as you walk a path to healing and hope as you process this and grow to feel more confident, less depressed or anxious, and life makes sense again. Life can present many difficulties. Together we can find the answer for you.
Do you feel alone? Or shame more than serenity and self-esteem? This can be due to being depressed, loss of someone dear to you, experiencing trauma, an accident, or recovering from cancer. Perhaps your hope and purpose in life is gone or in question. Or your sense of meaning in life uncertain. I will walk along with you as you walk a path to healing and hope as you process this and grow to feel more confident, less depressed or anxious, and life makes sense again. Life can present many difficulties. Together we can find the answer for you.
Bonnie Barness
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Growth, Hpnosis, Chakras, Healing, Happy
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Are you feeling that something has to change? Are you ready to take the step that will create a new beginning, allow healing from the past and the experience of more joy and peace than you ever have had? Whether you are depressed, anxious, grieving, in an unhealthy relationship, overwhelmed or desire to change the direction of your life, a personal/ workplace relationship, behavior or addiction that is getting in the way of your happiness, you can do it! I am here to support you in your journey towards greater joy, empowerment, spirituality & fulfillment utilizing Intuitive SHIFT Therapy, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Chakra Alignment.
Are you feeling that something has to change? Are you ready to take the step that will create a new beginning, allow healing from the past and the experience of more joy and peace than you ever have had? Whether you are depressed, anxious, grieving, in an unhealthy relationship, overwhelmed or desire to change the direction of your life, a personal/ workplace relationship, behavior or addiction that is getting in the way of your happiness, you can do it! I am here to support you in your journey towards greater joy, empowerment, spirituality & fulfillment utilizing Intuitive SHIFT Therapy, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Chakra Alignment.
My areas of specialty include: trauma, eating disorders, self esteem issues, body image work, depression, anxiety, challenges with children and adolescents and family relationships.
"What's broken can be mended. What hurts can be healed. No matter how dark it gets, the sun is going to rise again."* I believe in being positive, present and having a realistic plan for change. Behavior is influenced by core beliefs. Behaviors follow patterns that can be identified and changed. We will identify your core beliefs and challenge unhealthy thought and patterns. We will use a mindfulness based approach and focus on your strengths as we create a plan for change. *I am EMDR and RTEP trained and have solid base in treating all types of trauma.
My areas of specialty include: trauma, eating disorders, self esteem issues, body image work, depression, anxiety, challenges with children and adolescents and family relationships.
"What's broken can be mended. What hurts can be healed. No matter how dark it gets, the sun is going to rise again."* I believe in being positive, present and having a realistic plan for change. Behavior is influenced by core beliefs. Behaviors follow patterns that can be identified and changed. We will identify your core beliefs and challenge unhealthy thought and patterns. We will use a mindfulness based approach and focus on your strengths as we create a plan for change. *I am EMDR and RTEP trained and have solid base in treating all types of trauma.
Johnna Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Trauma leaves us feeling constantly fearful or numb. The stress and tension in our bodies persist even when there is "nothing wrong." You may be exhausted from feeling this way but powerless to change because no one seems to understand, and nothing seems to work. Whether you have been to countless medical professionals, or this is your first-time considering therapy, you are ready for some relief. You are ready to let go of anxiety and depression dictating your choices. You are ready to wake up in the morning with a sense of hope rather than dread. Most of all, you are ready to get YOU back.
Trauma leaves us feeling constantly fearful or numb. The stress and tension in our bodies persist even when there is "nothing wrong." You may be exhausted from feeling this way but powerless to change because no one seems to understand, and nothing seems to work. Whether you have been to countless medical professionals, or this is your first-time considering therapy, you are ready for some relief. You are ready to let go of anxiety and depression dictating your choices. You are ready to wake up in the morning with a sense of hope rather than dread. Most of all, you are ready to get YOU back.
Angie Hatch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CSAT, CDWF, ART
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
I recognize your courage because I have my own brave story of struggle, betrayal, anxiety, and I have experienced how therapy heals.
I SEE you. I see you hustling to get more done—to be the perfect parent/spouse/employee/leader. I see that under your polished exterior, you are exhausted, stressed out, and ready for a change. I see you feel unappreciated, but left frustrated and guilty that you feel this way. I HEAR you. I hear your inner thoughts, “I’m working myself ragged, and I’m still not enough.” “If I could just (blank) then I will be happy.” “Why does it come easier for (blank)?" But I also hear the quiet whisper that says, “despite it all, I’m still trying.” I specialize in working with Betrayal Trauma, Sex Addiction, A.R.T. for Trauma, and Groups.
I recognize your courage because I have my own brave story of struggle, betrayal, anxiety, and I have experienced how therapy heals.
I SEE you. I see you hustling to get more done—to be the perfect parent/spouse/employee/leader. I see that under your polished exterior, you are exhausted, stressed out, and ready for a change. I see you feel unappreciated, but left frustrated and guilty that you feel this way. I HEAR you. I hear your inner thoughts, “I’m working myself ragged, and I’m still not enough.” “If I could just (blank) then I will be happy.” “Why does it come easier for (blank)?" But I also hear the quiet whisper that says, “despite it all, I’m still trying.” I specialize in working with Betrayal Trauma, Sex Addiction, A.R.T. for Trauma, and Groups.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.