Female Therapists in Chandler, AZ

Do you feel trapped by flashbacks, intrusive memories, and trauma responses? Have you felt stuck in therapy before and felt hopeless that it can actually help you? Maybe you feel like your past trauma is making it hard for you to connect in current relationships? I help determined clients like you resource emotion regulation, process through trauma, and build meaningful and satisfying relationships. There are practical things that we can do to get "unstuck" so that you can live a full and satisfying life.

Hi my name is Kelsey Kjellsen and I am a licensed professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and owner of Just Be Counseling Services, LLC. I work with individuals and families who are looking to make life-changing improvements. My primary passion is to help young adults (18-35) who are working to create the life that feels meaningful to them. Clients I see may be dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, chronic health conditions, relationships, depression, troubling behaviors, high stress, and trauma to name a few. I also work with youth (7+) and their families to promote positive and healthy family connections.

As a dedicated therapist, my mission is to empower you on your path towards a genuinely fulfilling and hopeful life. I specialize in a supportive yet direct therapy style, guiding you to uncover the roots of your challenges. With expertise spanning anxiety, depression, trauma, and more, I offer personalized solutions that address a range of issues including trauma, codependency, and enhancing self-esteem. My approach is centered on equipping you with the essential tools and skills necessary for achieving personal growth, goal attainment, and discovering profound purpose and meaning.

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.

***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.

I specialize in Trauma and EMDR Therapy. Difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or lack of motivation/direction. As an ADHD and chronic fatigue informed provider, I understand the frustration and feelings of shame and disappointment when you’re struggling to function, focus and complete tasks. I can help you process difficult memories, that negative inner voice you can’t seem to ignore and take your power back. I am passionate about working with people who are hurting, to inspire hope, strengthen resiliency, and empower clients to live authentically and regain confidence and joy.

Dawnmarie has worked with ages 3 all the way to geriatric clients. Dawnmarie is experienced in working with individuals, families, and couples. Dawnmarie is trained in play therapy, trauma informed care, Cognitive behavioral therapy, and Dialectical behavioral therapy. Dawnmarie focuses in the whole body and understanding how our brain are bodies connect with one another. Dawnmarie has worked in outpatient, inpatient, and residential settings. Dawnmarie has experince working with a variety of diagnoses, co-occuring disorders, and serious mental illness diagnoses.

I understand that coming to therapy can be challenging and scary. Knowing this, I work to provide a safe and welcoming environment that allows my clients a safe space to openly express themselves freely. Through psycho-education and different treatment modalities, I work to help clients learn healthy therapeutic techniques to manage their emotions in a healthy manner. I work to help my clients identify their strengths and develop healthy lifestyles. I believe assisting clients in identifying their strengths is a step in helping clients become the best version of themselves.

I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of a greater whole and are influenced by others, including our family of origin, current relationships, society and culture; therefore, I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective.

Samantha Booher, MS, LAC is an Associate Therapist at Center for Compassion. She is licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, and is a member of the American Counseling Association. She was drawn to mindfulness practices following the death of her beloved brother, and wished to share their healing potential with others, so she received certification in Compassionate Bereavement Care in Yoga through the MISS Foundation in 2017. Samantha has also been associated with the community-based support group The Compassionate Friends since 2012. Her passion for human rights and advocacy informs her therapeutic approaches.

At Strategies for Success, we offer a Problem Solving Approach to a Healthier Life. Where you experience barriers, we work hard to identify creative solutions. We will help you formulate your Strategy for Success to address areas of difficulty affecting functioning, motivation, relationships, communication and substance use. Our team approach to care may include psychotherapy, medication management, group classes, EMDR, neurofeedback or other services to help improve both mental health and physical health.

There they are again. The feelings of fear, worry, stress, powerlessness and shame. These feelings keep you stuck and make you feel miserable. I’d like to offer my services to you. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and attachment issues are all reasons why men and women seek my services. Additionally, I have treated teenagers and children in the foster care system using expressive therapies. Intially many clients report: “I’m at the end of my rope;” “The same stuff keeps happening to me;” “A part of me just doesn’t feel right.” I've been helping people step out of that story for over twenty years.

While relationships can be some of the most wonderful experiences of a persons life, they can also be incredibly challenging. Balancing the needs of yourself and the needs of someone else can feel impossible at times. My goal is to help you have a happier and healthier relationship, one that brings joy and love to your life. Whether its a romantic relationship, a friendship, or the relationship you have with yourself, there are things you can try and do to improve your circumstances.

Taking those first steps to find a therapist can be overwhelming! As a counselor, I understand that having that a supportive, safe space is essential to work through challenges and meet goals. I provide a compassionate and non-judgment approach to work through difficult emotions and the trials of life. Give yourself a little grace, you do not have to do this alone.

I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Are you struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, or a phobia? As a Health Psychologist, I will help you heal and thrive by relying on proven psychological therapies. I firmly believe in each individual's capacity to overcome obstacles, particularly when provided with the right support to achieve their goals. Fostering a supportive relationship, I am committed to assisting you in alleviating suffering, recovering from past traumas, fostering positive neurological changes, and enhancing overall well-being. Collaboratively, we will delve into the core of your concerns and work towards creating a more fulfilling life.

Trauma permanently changes lives. It is essential that people don't go through it alone. Your traumas do not define who you are as a person, it is the way we handle them. EMDR is a structured therapy that encourages you to focus on a memory from the trauma briefly and simultaneously using eye movements which is associated with a reduction and vividness of the emotions associated with the trauma. My job is to be your facilitator and support in this process. I have a passion for helping clients process and overcome trauma. Contact me today for a free consultation and we will start on your healing journey.

I use a client-centered approach to match my clients' preferences and, draw from my interdependent cultural background. I like to gain an understanding of my clients in context like where they come from, where they are now, and where they would like to be. I use the term “mental wellness” to indicate a state of being when a person can feel satisfaction and enjoy life regardless of their current situation or obstacles — when a person can use their strengths and resources to challenge life situations or circumstances. Through psychotherapy, I support the process of exploration, growth, and change.

Immediate openings for children and families. Families come in all shapes and sizes, each with its unique struggles. At the heart of every family's struggle is the desire to create meaningful and healthy relationships. Our children reap the benefits of our attempts. Sometimes, however, our family's journey is derailed by life events. Connected Heart Clinical Group is experienced in helping families, in particular children and teens, find balance in these relationships.