In Person Therapists in Arizona City, AZ

I am a compassionate and experienced therapist who enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I have practiced in Pennsylvania and Arizona, working with hundreds of clients. The decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one. This decision represents courage and the desire to have a more fulfilling life.

Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.

My approach is all about authenticity and delving into the rich complexities of what makes us human. My goal is to work with you in a true partnership, helping you take charge of your journey and achieve the outcomes you're aiming for. I strive to create a space where you can feel safe and free from judgment — a place where every part of your identity is respected and valued and where you can explore your inner strengths and unlock your full potential.

Let's face it... life can be overwhelming! Maybe you've realized how much it's taken its toll on you, and you're tired of being held hostage by your emotions. You often feel not good enough, and find yourself working hard to please others. You find it difficult to be in present moment due to intrusive painful memories from the past or worries about the future. You feel like there is something wrong with you. You are tired of feeling miserable, and the best solution you've found is to avoid or numb emotions all together. It feels easier to "check out" from life than to feel the pain that has been buried so deep.

Are you struggling in your relationship? I am here to help. No relationship is perfect. But it takes two people willing to work hard, grow together, and be open to change. I would to love help you through your growth journey. It has always been a passion of mine to help couples grow into the best version of their relationships. My therapy room is a safe, supportive, & non judgemental space. I specialize in helping couples with a wide range of challenges. My approach collaborative, compassionate and informative. You will leave my sessions with and tools to help you grow. Accepting new clients! Located near Scottsdale, Arcadia, Tempe.

The heart of my work combines gentleness, strength, and evidence-based approaches with an intuitive understanding. I use inner and outer resources to support people, and sometimes laughter and irony along the way. Attending to banished voices, lost dreams, inner-child work, saboteurs, and avoidance helps to get people where they want to go. I utilize EMDR, have worked in grief support and inpatient. In addition, applying well-known factors in the neuropsychology of learning optimizes change. In practice, it all comes together using structure, flow, and clinical assessment.

I am a helper. I practice marriage & family therapy, mental health counseling & relationship repair as a ministry. I will help you with what you are experiencing. I know this time is especially challenging for you. You are not alone. I will help you.

Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship? Often, people come in, wanting to strengthen their relationship, but feel stuck because their efforts to save the relationship aren't working, and often make things worse. I work with couples to help them get "unstuck" and to help them learn how they got there, and more importantly, how to begin enjoying one another, connecting, and becoming strong supports as they once were for one another. I also work with individuals who feel stuck, personally, in their own lives and in relationships, helping them identify their own patterns and get "unstuck."

Accepting New Clients! - (Telehealth & In-Person appts available) I believe that a safe, nonjudgmental, and genuine therapeutic alliance is the essential foundation for client growth and healing in therapy. I enjoy working with youth, adults, couples, and families with a variety of concerns including, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, communication struggles, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, family dynamic concerns, and stress management. I also love supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA2+ community and their families. ​

Society’s rigid rules produce trauma not only when we experience disaster, but also when denied the opportunity to develop our identities. Whether LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, racial minority, or living with trauma or disease, we stumble through the world, learning to anticipate constant challenge and new ways to be hurt. When others speak of fond memories, we recall the effort we put into masking through it. When memories are too painful, we try to forget them – but they stay with us, hiding below our conscious mind where they wreak havoc on our bodies, creating chronic pain, addiction, mental illness and disease.

We provide evidence-based, effective treatment for general psychological issues, substance abuse, physical violence, and problematic sexual behavior ranging from sex addiction to sexual offending.

As your therapist, I aim to guide you on a unique journey toward understanding the root causes of your mental health symptoms and developing effective coping strategies. Using an individualized, person-centered approach that incorporates an eclectic combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and other empirically supported methods, we’ll work together to foster a sense of hope and empowerment for the future.

Accepting New Client and Immediate Availability on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Are you someone who at times feels like there’s not much hope in finding healing, or a way forward? You can see the barriers and wish you could move them, but feel like it’s overwhelming, or impossible. Maybe now is the right time to start your journey towards healing. If you feel ready to dip your toe into starting the journey, but need some guidance, and support, I am here to assist.

I specialize in working with people who have experienced betrayal trauma, infidelity, abuse, childhood trauma, and anxiety. My goal is to empower my clients with the tools they need to feel better. At the start of treatment my clients report feeling intense sadness, overwhelmed with worry, intrusive thoughts, disrupted sleep, irritability, and many other unpleasant feelings. You aren’t crazy! Together we can work together to discover why you are experiencing those symptoms and what you need to feel like yourself again.