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Rick Westby
Counselor, LPC, LISAC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Serving both Arizona and Idaho: Few things are as painful as feeling unseen, unheard, or misunderstood, especially when it comes from the things we hold most dear - our family, jobs, and dreams. It can lead us to a breaking point where finding help seems impossible. Are you there now? Let's have a healing conversation.
Serving both Arizona and Idaho: Few things are as painful as feeling unseen, unheard, or misunderstood, especially when it comes from the things we hold most dear - our family, jobs, and dreams. It can lead us to a breaking point where finding help seems impossible. Are you there now? Let's have a healing conversation.
(480) 524-2699 View (480) 524-2699
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Kelli Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Maricopa, AZ 85138
I have over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with people from various backgrounds, with 14 of those years being a counselor. I particularly like to work with individuals, couples and families. I believe that, ultimately, the client is the agent of change and I am simply the guide on your journey to wholeness. Together we will identify your goals and, through our work together, I will help you reach them. I work with a myriad of issues, from marital relationship and family conflict, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, trauma and more!
I have over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with people from various backgrounds, with 14 of those years being a counselor. I particularly like to work with individuals, couples and families. I believe that, ultimately, the client is the agent of change and I am simply the guide on your journey to wholeness. Together we will identify your goals and, through our work together, I will help you reach them. I work with a myriad of issues, from marital relationship and family conflict, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, trauma and more!
(404) 476-5186 View (404) 476-5186
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Kim Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maricopa, AZ 85138
My name is Kim Watkins. I hold a Specialist in Education degree in Community Counseling and have been a therapist for 11+ years. Through my experience in community mental health, substance abuse, and private practice, I believe we all do the best we can with the knowledge and skills that we have. When navigating life’s challenges becomes difficult, counseling can help. I utilize a combination of modalities to assist clients in developing skills to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and an array of other mental health concerns, while improving problem solving and communication skills. Reach out to start your progress today.
My name is Kim Watkins. I hold a Specialist in Education degree in Community Counseling and have been a therapist for 11+ years. Through my experience in community mental health, substance abuse, and private practice, I believe we all do the best we can with the knowledge and skills that we have. When navigating life’s challenges becomes difficult, counseling can help. I utilize a combination of modalities to assist clients in developing skills to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and an array of other mental health concerns, while improving problem solving and communication skills. Reach out to start your progress today.
(480) 660-0710 View (480) 660-0710
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Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maricopa, AZ 85139
I provide a supportive, compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment. Your comfort and trust are the most important aspects to your success. Whether you are having challenges at home, school, or work, we can design a plan that will help you make positive changes in your life. In addition to my clinical practice, I was the Co-Founder and former Co-Director of the ASU Marriage and Family Therapy graduate program.
I provide a supportive, compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment. Your comfort and trust are the most important aspects to your success. Whether you are having challenges at home, school, or work, we can design a plan that will help you make positive changes in your life. In addition to my clinical practice, I was the Co-Founder and former Co-Director of the ASU Marriage and Family Therapy graduate program.
(480) 382-5925 View (480) 382-5925
Interpersonal Therapists

Is interpersonal therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found interpersonal therapy to be effective for life transitions including retirement, divorce, and job loss. Also, some studies have found it to be just as useful as medication and other therapy approaches. The benefits of interpersonal therapy can last long after treatment has been completed; the individual can use the tenets of this therapy throughout their life.

How long does interpersonal therapy take?

Interpersonal psychotherapy is normally time-limited and focuses on specific problems in the client’s everyday relationships. Treatment can be either one-on-one or take place in a group setting; it tends to last 12 to 16 weeks, depending on the individual client’s needs. If a new interpersonal problem arises in the future, the client may require additional therapy to address it specifically. The timeline and session schedule may vary depending on the client’s challenges as well as their progress. Treatment may conclude with wrap-up sessions to review the client’s accomplishments.

Is interpersonal therapy effective?

Research shows that interpersonal therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression or anxiety. The approach may also offer a range of benefits that are hard to measure but valuable—including healthier relationships and improved feelings of self-worth. The therapist will give the client practical solutions that can be put into practice. The brief duration of this therapy also means that clients can see changes in their relationships fairly quickly.

What are the limitations of interpersonal therapy?

Interpersonal therapy may not effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as psychosis, chronic illness, or alcohol relapse. Because it is short-term in nature, it may not be the best approach for conditions that need to be tracked, though maintenance sessions are a viable approach under these circumstances.

Can interpersonal psychotherapy be done online?

Yes, interpersonal psychotherapy can be conducted effectively either in-person or online. A therapist with expertise in IPT will be able to adjust their techniques, such as role-playing, to better suit the online environment. Offering online IPT can make it more accessible for clients who have transportation difficulties; it also provides the ideal opportunity to explore challenges unique to digital relationships.