Grief Therapists in Cottonwood, AZ

As your therapist, I will guide you toward developing your own unique, healthy coping strategies without feeling ashamed for doing something to take care of yourself. While I understand the difficulties of asking another for help, I also know the immeasurable benefits and sense of empowerment that comes from facing life's obstacles head on working toward solutions. I am here to help you find your way to those solutions. I have specialized training in working with trauma survivors, grief, depression, relationship issues, family of origin issues, and LGBTQ community in a safe non-judgement space. I work with individuals, couples, and family members.

Counseling requires your willingness to leave the familiar and commit to making changes no matter how challenging they may be. On your path of healing and transformation I will be with you each step of the way. YOU will not be alone. My passion is working with clients to find their inner voice, their path to healing. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in an unhealthy cycle wondering if you could feel different? As my client, I will guide you to learn how to connect with yourself and others on a more meaningful level. You will find calmness, clarity, and your own personal truth as a result of our sessions.

Facing challenges is a natural part of life, but sometimes, situations can feel overwhelming. Feelings of hopelessness, self-doubt, anxiousness, and depression can seem out of our control. We may notice disruptive patterns and challenges in our relationships with ourselves and others but feel unsure of how to change them. Our past can haunt us, and we might wonder why we can't experience the happiness and hope others seem to have. Our present grief or fear of change can be debilitating. The truth is happiness and inner peace are achievable, yet we may require a little assistance to find our way. If you are struggling, I can help.

"Facilitating the integration of wholeness and wellbeing within every person". With compassion, support and understanding we can explore those areas of your life which create sadness, pain and dissatisfaction to you. I work with you to help you discover your strengths, gain insights and develop skills to facilitate becoming the person you want to be. I create a warm, empathetic and inviting environment where a person feels safe to explore and heal. My personality is a balance of warmth, humor, patience, and realism which facilitates change and growth.

Dorothy is a Certified First Responder Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist-Sex Trafficking. She is trained in Brainspotting a "powerful, focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing and releasing core sources of emotional/body pain, trauma, and a variety of other challenging symptoms." Dorothy is client centered, strength based, and uses a style of therapy that is eclectic resulting in sessions being individual for you and your issues. Areas of interest include anxiety, stress and trauma, depression and mood disorders, grief and loss.

It takes courage to come to therapy. It is not easy to share your fears and anxieties, or your sadness and grief. We can often feel overwhelmed or get stuck in unhealthy cycles in our lives and don't know where to turn. It is my goal to provide a mutually respectful environment built upon trust and compassion, where you can gain greater insight and self-awareness to handle life's challenges. You deserve to find some peace and happiness in your life and discover the you, you are meant to be.

I offer psychotherapy for individual adults. Psychotherapy with me is a confidential, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and compassionate process. This means that we work together to find the root cause of your issues rather than focus on quick fixes and bandaids. Your reality, core beliefs, narratives, and relationships are shaped by your conscious and unconscious mind & your attachment style. Together, we work through your past to rebuild a new way of viewing and being in the world that serves who you are today. When working with me, you can expect an approach that is highly personalized to your personal growth and values.

I have extensive experience with trauma and am trained in EMDR therapy. I am specialized in all developmental stages from birth to geriatrics. My patients find that I am an active listener, compassionate, warm and understanding as well as knowledgeable, collaborative, solution focused, and able to suggest creative and practical solutions

In my 30 years of personal and professional development, I have created a unique approach to bring hope and strength, healing and transformation to those who are ready. It is my honor to provide and hold space for you as I offer assistance with your empowerment, acceptance, trust, forgiveness and gratitude. My philosophy is based on healing relationship within Self, with others and with the world. Our time together is precious and I will share with you mindful and compassionate practices and share the value of authenticity, and presence.

I embrace a holistic approach to my life and with my practice and patients. Holistic Therapy is a process based on looking at ALL the parts of you, from that inner child hiding away to the parent, spouse, sibling, employee person you may be in the world. Traditional talk therapy is important, and I am educated and trained in the modalities and interventions it has to offer. My emphasis in those areas would be Family Systems and Attachment Theory, with a Jungian slant – so eclectic.

An experienced therapist originally from Toronto, Canada with 25+ years of experience in mental health. I pursue key therapeutic approaches in the treatment of psychological conditions, with a strong medical background in assessing biological factors. I'm oriented toward cognitive approaches, such as CBT/REBT with an active, engaged style in the process. You'll find me somewhat informal in my office without a formal reception procedure. If you're adjusting to Sedona or the USA, I bring substantial multicultural experience, including facility in several languages. Exploring a client's story is a journey that I treasure.

The word 'therapy' comes from the Greek word 'theraps' meaning, an attendant. The prefix 'psycho' comes from the Greek word 'psyche" meaning, soul or spirit. A good therapist attends or listens to the soul, spirit and innermost voice of the client or patient. Having worked in the mental health field over the past 50 years, I have learned and developed a variety of approaches to listen to and attend to that part of each individual that has the potential to bring about understanding and healing from the deep psyche within. Couples counseling involves teaching/coaching empathic listening skills, utilizing "Interactive Focusing" .

My approach to psychotherapy is dynamic, creative, and attuned to each unique individual's needs. I do depth oriented work that supports lasting psychological change because we are working at healing the root cause of psychological suffering. I work with people who come to therapy for different reasons wether it be anxiety/depression, issues related childhood trauma of all kinds, relationship challenges, dealing with a chronic health condition, a life transition, or wether it is simply for personal growth, awakening, and psychological healing.

My ideal clients are those who have experienced past trauma and suffering and are looking for healthy coping skills and are interested in exploring how body regulation can help regain control of their responses to the stressors they face. If you have experienced childhood trauma that has been left unresolved and continues to plague you, this might be a great option for you as you learn to desensitize past hurts and reintegrate them into healthy ways in the present moment. I provide space for clients to express their needs and gain tools to thrive in their environment.

In my practice I have worked with a wide variety of adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Talk therapy can provide a safe place to explore the issues most important to the individual(s), and I believe that clients should always feel in charge of their own therapy. Your agenda is my agenda, and you can set the pace which is comfortable for you. I am here to help you to explore your issues and to achieve your goals. We can utilize a wide variety of modalities depending upon what works for you,

Your life is a divine gift and worthy of the time and attention you can provide it - especially during challenging times when your life is turned upside down, relationships are troubled, life is confusing and painful, past experiences make the present hard to navigate, or sadness or fears make coping difficult. It is my goal to create with you a place of safety, understanding, acceptance and exploration so that you can experience the changes and growth that you desire.

Here at The Psychology Lab we have a team of amazing therapists to help your needs. We provide individual, couples, family, children, or group sessions. In these sessions we can work on a variety of topics such as infidelity, communication issues, trauma, post traumatic distress, depression, anxiety, childhood issues, addiction issues, chronic pain, couple’s work, and even feelings of disconnectedness. Sometimes you may not even have words yet on what you feel like you need, that’s okay! We have a variety of ways to help promote a space for healing and connection.

Are you struggling with unhealthy behaviors or addiction? Is it affecting your sense of self worth? Your job? Your family life? Do you feel misunderstood? If so, I am here to help you get back on track. Individuals often use addictions to cope with deeper core issues. Addictions frequently serve a purpose to help people survive difficult times, but perhaps you are ready to address your core issues and desire a positive change. By resolving core issues, you will find freedom from negative coping patterns and learn to live a happier and more fulfilling life. Please know you are not alone and help is available.