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Nicole Richardson
Counselor, MS, LAC, &Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
Asking for help shows your strength. You are navigating life’s challenges and you don’t have to do it alone. Hi I'm Nicole, a Clinician and Life Coach with a background of working with and supporting a diverse group of people and needs. I would love the opportunity to assist you with overcoming current challenges and adversity. If you need an empathetic, non judgmental ear, I am here. I have over 22 years of mental/behavioral health experience. I work with teens, adults, couples, and also assist with parenting concerns. I use methods like CBT, aimed at identifying and breaking unhealthy patterns.
Asking for help shows your strength. You are navigating life’s challenges and you don’t have to do it alone. Hi I'm Nicole, a Clinician and Life Coach with a background of working with and supporting a diverse group of people and needs. I would love the opportunity to assist you with overcoming current challenges and adversity. If you need an empathetic, non judgmental ear, I am here. I have over 22 years of mental/behavioral health experience. I work with teens, adults, couples, and also assist with parenting concerns. I use methods like CBT, aimed at identifying and breaking unhealthy patterns.
(928) 378-3136 View (928) 378-3136
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Ryan Shelby Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working under the private agency: Becoming Transformed, LLC. I come from a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry, where I was able to apply my unique counseling skills in a diverse community of teaching, accounting/finance, analytics, and guidance for students and school leadership. I spend much of my spare time with family, serving in church leadership, reading/writing, and enjoying the great outdoors.
(623) 526-4743 View (623) 526-4743
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Jennifer Sander
Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CCFP
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
When your body is thrown a curveball due to a major medical condition, it’s normal to feel alone, anxious, and depressed. Similarly, if you’re in a role that’s focused on serving others - whether in your personal life, professional life, or both - often your own needs get pushed aside. This leads to burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. By using telehealth services at Sandstone Counseling, you can reclaim control over the trajectory of your life. Through evidence-based techniques, you'll learn additional coping skills, adjust to major life stressors, and reinvent yourself to become the person you want to be.
When your body is thrown a curveball due to a major medical condition, it’s normal to feel alone, anxious, and depressed. Similarly, if you’re in a role that’s focused on serving others - whether in your personal life, professional life, or both - often your own needs get pushed aside. This leads to burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. By using telehealth services at Sandstone Counseling, you can reclaim control over the trajectory of your life. Through evidence-based techniques, you'll learn additional coping skills, adjust to major life stressors, and reinvent yourself to become the person you want to be.
(623) 400-6063 View (623) 400-6063
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Kendra Marie Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
As human beings we inherently experience life stressors, sometimes severe ones, that can begin to unravel our lives. This can present through anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship breakdown, and addiction. I am passionate and committed to helping individuals arrive at a place of healing and wholeness. I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires empathy and compassion without judgment.
As human beings we inherently experience life stressors, sometimes severe ones, that can begin to unravel our lives. This can present through anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship breakdown, and addiction. I am passionate and committed to helping individuals arrive at a place of healing and wholeness. I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires empathy and compassion without judgment.
(928) 563-6479 View (928) 563-6479
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Joy Giorgio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I believe that people do not go to therapy to change who they are, but to let go of who they are not. I act as a guide for adult individuals and couples using mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies. Together, we identify and change unhealthy survival skills, irrational thoughts, and behavioral patterns that have lead you off course. It is through this process of becoming aware that new and fresh perspectives can be found. This will lead to increased confidence in decision making, communicating and creating healthy and fulfilling relationships with yourself & others.
I believe that people do not go to therapy to change who they are, but to let go of who they are not. I act as a guide for adult individuals and couples using mindfulness, relational, and cognitive therapies. Together, we identify and change unhealthy survival skills, irrational thoughts, and behavioral patterns that have lead you off course. It is through this process of becoming aware that new and fresh perspectives can be found. This will lead to increased confidence in decision making, communicating and creating healthy and fulfilling relationships with yourself & others.
(623) 300-1314 View (623) 300-1314
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Bethany Rosenfeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. I graduated from Argosy University Phoenix with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I have worked with individuals with an array of behavioral and mental health issues including: anxiety and mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, trauma-related difficulties, suicidality and self harm, grief, adjustment disorders, couples and family conflicts, and other phase of life issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. I graduated from Argosy University Phoenix with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I have worked with individuals with an array of behavioral and mental health issues including: anxiety and mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, trauma-related difficulties, suicidality and self harm, grief, adjustment disorders, couples and family conflicts, and other phase of life issues.
(623) 300-1521 View (623) 300-1521
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Ashley Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
Providing individual therapy for adults in Arizona. I specialize in helping those who struggle with codependency, narcissistic abuse, grief/loss, divorce/breakups, work burnout, and major life changes. I have over 18 years of clinical experience. I work along side my clients through some of their most challenging and painful seasons of their lives. I help my clients to gain insight, clarity, and empowerment so they can create change.
Providing individual therapy for adults in Arizona. I specialize in helping those who struggle with codependency, narcissistic abuse, grief/loss, divorce/breakups, work burnout, and major life changes. I have over 18 years of clinical experience. I work along side my clients through some of their most challenging and painful seasons of their lives. I help my clients to gain insight, clarity, and empowerment so they can create change.
(602) 730-7314 View (602) 730-7314
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Audrianna Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting new clients to begin in August at my new location - Bell Rd. & the Loop 303 in Surprise. In-person and Telehealth available. - Trauma, anxiety, depression, life and faith transitions, stress, substance use concerns, relational struggles... These areas can impact all of us at one time or another and are some examples of areas where I can help you move through and move forward, to lead a fuller life. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor and have a passion for working with first responders & their families (13+). My practice also focuses on working with individuals who have complex PTSD.
Accepting new clients to begin in August at my new location - Bell Rd. & the Loop 303 in Surprise. In-person and Telehealth available. - Trauma, anxiety, depression, life and faith transitions, stress, substance use concerns, relational struggles... These areas can impact all of us at one time or another and are some examples of areas where I can help you move through and move forward, to lead a fuller life. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor and have a passion for working with first responders & their families (13+). My practice also focuses on working with individuals who have complex PTSD.
(623) 257-8669 View (623) 257-8669
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Nancy Christine Flanagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
What if you could change your life, your story, who you believe yourself to be, and how you perceive others and the world? What if you could have a deep inner transformation that, not only improves your life experience, but increases your compassion for self and others?
What if you could change your life, your story, who you believe yourself to be, and how you perceive others and the world? What if you could have a deep inner transformation that, not only improves your life experience, but increases your compassion for self and others?
(623) 263-3560 View (623) 263-3560
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Justin S Armer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I was born in Salinas and lived in California for the majority of my life. I am proud to have had the honor to serve in the military for five years. I have 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy in California's central valley. I have been licensed in California since 2012 and became licensed in Arizona in 2020. I am new to the Phoenix area and feel excited to start working with the community here as well. My theoretical approach to counseling is eclectic where I incorporate cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and psychodynamic treatment.
I was born in Salinas and lived in California for the majority of my life. I am proud to have had the honor to serve in the military for five years. I have 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy in California's central valley. I have been licensed in California since 2012 and became licensed in Arizona in 2020. I am new to the Phoenix area and feel excited to start working with the community here as well. My theoretical approach to counseling is eclectic where I incorporate cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and psychodynamic treatment.
(480) 588-0974 View (480) 588-0974
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Elemental Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I am passionate about collaborating with people who have been underserved, having worked for over 20 years with people of diverse races/ ethnicities/ nationalities, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership/ family structure, religions and philosophies, occupations and lifestyles. Regardless of what mental health, relationship or life issue you might have, if you crave a breadth and depth of healing insight, I am highly effective at supporting this process. I work best with those whose greatest satisfaction is found in unique experiences, whether alone or shared with others. I love working with people who feel different!
I am passionate about collaborating with people who have been underserved, having worked for over 20 years with people of diverse races/ ethnicities/ nationalities, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership/ family structure, religions and philosophies, occupations and lifestyles. Regardless of what mental health, relationship or life issue you might have, if you crave a breadth and depth of healing insight, I am highly effective at supporting this process. I work best with those whose greatest satisfaction is found in unique experiences, whether alone or shared with others. I love working with people who feel different!
(623) 263-1577 View (623) 263-1577
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Phoenix Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
Quality: Phoenix Wellness Center is committed to providing quality counseling. Our counselors treat most mental health concerns using effective, evidence based treatments. Our counselors specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, and adjustment concerns. Additionally, we treat individuals, families, couples, children and adults. We work collaboratively as a team to provide you and your family with comprehensive treatment.
Quality: Phoenix Wellness Center is committed to providing quality counseling. Our counselors treat most mental health concerns using effective, evidence based treatments. Our counselors specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, and adjustment concerns. Additionally, we treat individuals, families, couples, children and adults. We work collaboratively as a team to provide you and your family with comprehensive treatment.
(480) 725-8586 View (480) 725-8586
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Dr. Jackie Hansberger
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
Jackie Hansberger obtained her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University in 2016. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at Capella University in 2021. She is currently a Temporary Licensed Psychologist under the supervision of Dr. Davis.
Jackie Hansberger obtained her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University in 2016. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at Capella University in 2021. She is currently a Temporary Licensed Psychologist under the supervision of Dr. Davis.
(602) 362-4772 View (602) 362-4772
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Cassidy Gallimore
Counselor, LPC, CFRC, CMCC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
Not accepting new clients
Are you a First Responder, Veteran, or medical professional constantly witnessing human suffering, risking your life for others, have an intense work-load, make life or death decisions regularly, have severe anxiety, constant stress, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, have suicidal or unwanted thoughts, relational issues, fail to communicate effectively or appropriately? Are you a family member to one of these mentioned professions? These are few of many things I can help reduce the symptoms of that may be controlling your life and keeping you from living happily and fulfilled. Let’s find growth in your storm!
Are you a First Responder, Veteran, or medical professional constantly witnessing human suffering, risking your life for others, have an intense work-load, make life or death decisions regularly, have severe anxiety, constant stress, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, have suicidal or unwanted thoughts, relational issues, fail to communicate effectively or appropriately? Are you a family member to one of these mentioned professions? These are few of many things I can help reduce the symptoms of that may be controlling your life and keeping you from living happily and fulfilled. Let’s find growth in your storm!
(623) 263-5427 View (623) 263-5427
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Prism Counseling & Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, BCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
We provide faith-based counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Our counselors have highly specialized training around integrating your faith and spirituality into the counseling process. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, a seeker, or even spiritual-but-not-religious, it is our goal to provide a safe, sacred place for you to work through whatever emotional and relational issues you may be facing — all while helping you deepen your spiritual life in the process.
We provide faith-based counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Our counselors have highly specialized training around integrating your faith and spirituality into the counseling process. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, a seeker, or even spiritual-but-not-religious, it is our goal to provide a safe, sacred place for you to work through whatever emotional and relational issues you may be facing — all while helping you deepen your spiritual life in the process.
(480) 525-7284 View (480) 525-7284
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Kristina McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383
I have a passion in working with and reducing the effects of trauma, with a specialized focus on first responder/military trauma. Reducing the effects of acute or chronic post-traumatic stress, childhood/adult trauma, process addictions, substance abuse issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, or anger are end goals towards feeling like ourselves again.
I have a passion in working with and reducing the effects of trauma, with a specialized focus on first responder/military trauma. Reducing the effects of acute or chronic post-traumatic stress, childhood/adult trauma, process addictions, substance abuse issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, or anger are end goals towards feeling like ourselves again.
(623) 288-4158 View (623) 288-4158
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Marian C Eberly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
Marian C.Eberly LCSW,RN: Dually licensed, Providing a unique blend of compassionate, highly experienced, mental and behavioral health care with 30 years of inpt/outpt treatment center Leadership.Competencies include: treating children, adolescents, families, marriage, adults: integrating the psychological, medical & spiritual needs of a person; with the unique knowledge of understanding the pharmacology, nutrition and medical conditions co-occurring with mental disorders. Exper inDiagnosing mental disorders such as Autism L-1/ (Formerly known as Asbergers) Anxiety/Depressive Disorders & Marriage Counseling and Adolescent Therapy.
Marian C.Eberly LCSW,RN: Dually licensed, Providing a unique blend of compassionate, highly experienced, mental and behavioral health care with 30 years of inpt/outpt treatment center Leadership.Competencies include: treating children, adolescents, families, marriage, adults: integrating the psychological, medical & spiritual needs of a person; with the unique knowledge of understanding the pharmacology, nutrition and medical conditions co-occurring with mental disorders. Exper inDiagnosing mental disorders such as Autism L-1/ (Formerly known as Asbergers) Anxiety/Depressive Disorders & Marriage Counseling and Adolescent Therapy.
(623) 321-2080 View (623) 321-2080
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Amanda Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Dr. Amanda Smith and I'm a clinical psychologist licensed in Arizona, Texas, and Ohio. With nearly 20 years of experience under my belt, I lead a diverse team of therapists at WellQor dedicated to helping clients on their journey towards healing and growth. At our practice, each member of our team brings their own expertise and therapeutic style to the table, allowing us to tailor our interventions to best support you on your path to well-being. We take great care in placing you with a member of our team whose specialties and approaches align with your issues, goals, personality, and preferences.
Hi! My name is Dr. Amanda Smith and I'm a clinical psychologist licensed in Arizona, Texas, and Ohio. With nearly 20 years of experience under my belt, I lead a diverse team of therapists at WellQor dedicated to helping clients on their journey towards healing and growth. At our practice, each member of our team brings their own expertise and therapeutic style to the table, allowing us to tailor our interventions to best support you on your path to well-being. We take great care in placing you with a member of our team whose specialties and approaches align with your issues, goals, personality, and preferences.
(602) 889-0748 View (602) 889-0748
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Kerry J. Martin-Doehring
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PLLC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383  (Online Only)
You’re made it! You’re so courageous beginning your journey toward healing! Are you hurting? Stressed? Want help? I’m very warm, caring, and empathic, ready to help you feel safe, and committed to earning your trust. It’s the “relationship” between the therapist and client that heals, so let’s see if I’m a good fit for you! Clients I see want to take charge of their lives, break old family cycles and patterns, heal old wounds, better trust their “gut instincts,” find out who they are and what they want, and want healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Does this sound like it could be you?
You’re made it! You’re so courageous beginning your journey toward healing! Are you hurting? Stressed? Want help? I’m very warm, caring, and empathic, ready to help you feel safe, and committed to earning your trust. It’s the “relationship” between the therapist and client that heals, so let’s see if I’m a good fit for you! Clients I see want to take charge of their lives, break old family cycles and patterns, heal old wounds, better trust their “gut instincts,” find out who they are and what they want, and want healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Does this sound like it could be you?
(480) 637-2804 View (480) 637-2804
Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.