Emotionally Focused Therapists in Mesa, AZ
I have specific training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Synergetic Play Therapy.
Life is rough, but it is also wonderful. I believe in therapy as a means to help you increase your confidence in accessing the tools you need to get through life's trials. Utilizing an attachment lens, we'll work together to address current, past, and generational traumas as we uncover the roots of problematic symptoms and provide lasting relief. My favorite quote is from George Bernard Shaw- "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." I believe the therapeutic process is a means to empower you to create the life of your dreams.
I have specific training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Synergetic Play Therapy.
Life is rough, but it is also wonderful. I believe in therapy as a means to help you increase your confidence in accessing the tools you need to get through life's trials. Utilizing an attachment lens, we'll work together to address current, past, and generational traumas as we uncover the roots of problematic symptoms and provide lasting relief. My favorite quote is from George Bernard Shaw- "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." I believe the therapeutic process is a means to empower you to create the life of your dreams.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Tempe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85202
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Thrive Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
Our therapeutic toolbox includes not only traditional approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, play therapy, EMDR, postpartum therapy, and emotionally focused therapy but also innovative modalities such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and neurofeedback.
Our experienced team is equipped to assist clients dealing with a myriad of challenges, including but not limited to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, abuse, eating disorders, substance abuse, phobias, relationship difficulties and life transitions. We understand that each individual’s journey is unique, and our therapists are dedicated to offering support and guidance tailored to your specific needs.
Our therapeutic toolbox includes not only traditional approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, play therapy, EMDR, postpartum therapy, and emotionally focused therapy but also innovative modalities such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and neurofeedback.
Our experienced team is equipped to assist clients dealing with a myriad of challenges, including but not limited to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, abuse, eating disorders, substance abuse, phobias, relationship difficulties and life transitions. We understand that each individual’s journey is unique, and our therapists are dedicated to offering support and guidance tailored to your specific needs.
I work with couples, individuals, and families and have advanced training, in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
In today’s hard driving culture, many people are working hard and enjoying prosperity. While this is good, a wide body of research shows a high number of Americans report feeling very lonely and isolated. What are we missing? Connection. We humans are wired for close and intimate connection. When we don’t have it in our most significant relationships, especially in marriage, it is hard to find joy in anything else. What gets in the way of achieving this connection? Negative cycles and unprocessed trauma. Negative cycles take over our important relationships and unprocessed trauma can make close connection feel threatening.
I work with couples, individuals, and families and have advanced training, in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
In today’s hard driving culture, many people are working hard and enjoying prosperity. While this is good, a wide body of research shows a high number of Americans report feeling very lonely and isolated. What are we missing? Connection. We humans are wired for close and intimate connection. When we don’t have it in our most significant relationships, especially in marriage, it is hard to find joy in anything else. What gets in the way of achieving this connection? Negative cycles and unprocessed trauma. Negative cycles take over our important relationships and unprocessed trauma can make close connection feel threatening.
Bryer Barmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206 (Online Only)
I use highly effective, evidenced based, systemically informed, attachment based approaches to therapy including Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful cycles? Alone or misunderstood in your relationships? Angry, guilty, or powerless? You are capable of the life you desire. Of security, support, and respect. Authentic love as your whole self, with a purposeful life of joy and connection.
I use highly effective, evidenced based, systemically informed, attachment based approaches to therapy including Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful cycles? Alone or misunderstood in your relationships? Angry, guilty, or powerless? You are capable of the life you desire. Of security, support, and respect. Authentic love as your whole self, with a purposeful life of joy and connection.
I utilize proven therapeutic modalities such as EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and IFS (Internal Family Systems), among others.
I specialize in helping couples and families—including parents, children, and teens—navigate their unique challenges. We begin with getting to know each other, building a genuine understanding of your situation and needs, and setting meaningful and personal goals together. I believe in a collaborative and accepting therapy environment where your voice is heard and valued.
I utilize proven therapeutic modalities such as EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and IFS (Internal Family Systems), among others.
I specialize in helping couples and families—including parents, children, and teens—navigate their unique challenges. We begin with getting to know each other, building a genuine understanding of your situation and needs, and setting meaningful and personal goals together. I believe in a collaborative and accepting therapy environment where your voice is heard and valued.
Valeria Berrios
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
I help couples strengthen their relationships using EFT.
My ideal clients are couples facing challenges in their relationships. Their issues may include communication breakdowns, trust issues, emotional distance, or infidelity. They need a safe space to express their feelings, understand each other's perspectives, and develop healthier ways of interacting. Their goals are to rebuild trust, enhance emotional closeness, and resolve conflicts effectively. They want to strengthen their relationship because they value their connection and are committed to creating a loving, supportive partnership that can withstand life's challenges.
I help couples strengthen their relationships using EFT.
My ideal clients are couples facing challenges in their relationships. Their issues may include communication breakdowns, trust issues, emotional distance, or infidelity. They need a safe space to express their feelings, understand each other's perspectives, and develop healthier ways of interacting. Their goals are to rebuild trust, enhance emotional closeness, and resolve conflicts effectively. They want to strengthen their relationship because they value their connection and are committed to creating a loving, supportive partnership that can withstand life's challenges.
I use a combination of EFT, DBT, CBT and play therapy to fit your specific needs.
I have a passion about helping children and teens find their voice in this midst of disconnection. As humans, we are created for connection. Often, this disconnection to self and others can create stress, exhaustion and loneliness. I desire to be a listening ear and seek to understand you to promote healing through the challenges occurring in your life. I can assist you by guiding you through physical and emotional development, family dynamics, school challenges, communication, relationship distress and trauma. I desire to walk with you on the journey for healing and together we will achieve goals for your child & family.
I use a combination of EFT, DBT, CBT and play therapy to fit your specific needs.
I have a passion about helping children and teens find their voice in this midst of disconnection. As humans, we are created for connection. Often, this disconnection to self and others can create stress, exhaustion and loneliness. I desire to be a listening ear and seek to understand you to promote healing through the challenges occurring in your life. I can assist you by guiding you through physical and emotional development, family dynamics, school challenges, communication, relationship distress and trauma. I desire to walk with you on the journey for healing and together we will achieve goals for your child & family.
I achieve this by using emotionally focused therapy.
I understand that starting therapy can be an intimidating process. I also understand that each person enters therapy at a different place in their mental health journey. While I have experience with a diverse clientele, at my core, I am a relationship therapist. By this, I mean I specialize in helping clients connect to their relationships with themselves, partner(s), family members, or peers. I am here to guide you and make this process as simple as possible. I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to offer a safe and nonjudgmental stance and provided unbiased insight.
I achieve this by using emotionally focused therapy.
I understand that starting therapy can be an intimidating process. I also understand that each person enters therapy at a different place in their mental health journey. While I have experience with a diverse clientele, at my core, I am a relationship therapist. By this, I mean I specialize in helping clients connect to their relationships with themselves, partner(s), family members, or peers. I am here to guide you and make this process as simple as possible. I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to offer a safe and nonjudgmental stance and provided unbiased insight.
As a LMFT who has received training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and EMDR, I am eager to help you access the kind of life you want.
Maybe you already feel like you’re at the end of your rope. Do you need help with your relationships? Is the stress of work just too much? Or have you simply realized that you aren’t leading the life you want to be living? Whatever you’re facing, do you want to live more authentically and achieve the lasting relationships you desire?
As a LMFT who has received training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and EMDR, I am eager to help you access the kind of life you want.
Maybe you already feel like you’re at the end of your rope. Do you need help with your relationships? Is the stress of work just too much? Or have you simply realized that you aren’t leading the life you want to be living? Whatever you’re facing, do you want to live more authentically and achieve the lasting relationships you desire?
Emily Burnham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, MSMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85215
Through Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), I can help you and your loved ones become unstuck and develop lasting patterns of reconnection and healing.
Do you find yourself talking in circles and feeling lost, confused, and stuck? No matter how many times you try to talk it out with a family member or friend, you’re l eft feeling anxious, unsettled, or misunderstood. Your thoughts and emotions feel overwhelming, and the path forward feels foggy and unclear. No one really gets you, and deep down, you doubt anyone truly can. Despite feeling like you’re “too much," you also feel like you are not enough. I understand on an emotional level just how exhausted, lost, and stuck you may feel, and I feel confident that I can help you move towards relief, healing, and growth.
Through Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), I can help you and your loved ones become unstuck and develop lasting patterns of reconnection and healing.
Do you find yourself talking in circles and feeling lost, confused, and stuck? No matter how many times you try to talk it out with a family member or friend, you’re l eft feeling anxious, unsettled, or misunderstood. Your thoughts and emotions feel overwhelming, and the path forward feels foggy and unclear. No one really gets you, and deep down, you doubt anyone truly can. Despite feeling like you’re “too much," you also feel like you are not enough. I understand on an emotional level just how exhausted, lost, and stuck you may feel, and I feel confident that I can help you move towards relief, healing, and growth.
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I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) for couples.
I create a safe and comfortable environment where children, teens, couples and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with families, teens, couples, parents, and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) for couples.
I create a safe and comfortable environment where children, teens, couples and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with families, teens, couples, parents, and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
I am committed to assisting you in finding strength and resilience within yourself using EMDR & EFT.
In my journey as a therapist, I have witnessed the profound impact that trauma can have on one's life, and I am dedicated to guiding my clients through the process of healing and growth. My professional experience includes working with diverse populations of all ages struggling with addiction, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and self-regulation. In my work I have witnessed the resilience and strength within each individual. I am particularly passionate about working with couples and populations who have experienced foster care, eating disorders, and survivors of sexual abuse.
I am committed to assisting you in finding strength and resilience within yourself using EMDR & EFT.
In my journey as a therapist, I have witnessed the profound impact that trauma can have on one's life, and I am dedicated to guiding my clients through the process of healing and growth. My professional experience includes working with diverse populations of all ages struggling with addiction, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and self-regulation. In my work I have witnessed the resilience and strength within each individual. I am particularly passionate about working with couples and populations who have experienced foster care, eating disorders, and survivors of sexual abuse.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85212
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I use a variety of techniques tailored to your unique needs which include Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Brainspotting, EFT Tapping, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and have extensive knowledge of 12 Step Recovery Programs.
I can help if you are looking for a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to work through and manage issues which are causing distress, and which may be interfering with relationships, work or school, and quality of life. With twelve years experience, I have specialized training in helping you cope with childhood trauma, PTSD, facing ‘roadblocks’ in your recovery from substance abuse, codependency, grief and loss, and/or if you are suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, or low self-esteem. I work with teens aged 16 to 19, adults, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
I use a variety of techniques tailored to your unique needs which include Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Brainspotting, EFT Tapping, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and have extensive knowledge of 12 Step Recovery Programs.
I can help if you are looking for a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive environment to work through and manage issues which are causing distress, and which may be interfering with relationships, work or school, and quality of life. With twelve years experience, I have specialized training in helping you cope with childhood trauma, PTSD, facing ‘roadblocks’ in your recovery from substance abuse, codependency, grief and loss, and/or if you are suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, or low self-esteem. I work with teens aged 16 to 19, adults, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Tamara Passey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT, CFLE-P
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85212
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples ( EFT) and Gottman Couples Method Level One.
I am devoted to helping couples, families, and individuals create loving relationships. My approach is caring and genuine, and I conduct therapy with empathy, curiosity, and acceptance. I utilize a strengths-based focus and provide a safe, welcoming space to grow and heal. I help couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication by overcoming obstacles and restoring closeness. My experience includes working with couples and individuals who are coping with betrayal, conflict, feeling distant, lack of intimacy, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, caregiver pressures, and family life changes.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples ( EFT) and Gottman Couples Method Level One.
I am devoted to helping couples, families, and individuals create loving relationships. My approach is caring and genuine, and I conduct therapy with empathy, curiosity, and acceptance. I utilize a strengths-based focus and provide a safe, welcoming space to grow and heal. I help couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication by overcoming obstacles and restoring closeness. My experience includes working with couples and individuals who are coping with betrayal, conflict, feeling distant, lack of intimacy, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, caregiver pressures, and family life changes.
In my work with couples, I like to incorporate both the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help them achieve healthier relationships.
Hola and Welcome! My name is Madelaine Ford (Maddy) and I am a counselor at Optimal Connections Counseling. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) therapist, passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges and build stronger relationships. Seeking therapy can be overwhelming and it takes a lot of courage, so I celebrate your decision to start your healing journey. My personal journey and professional dedication make me particularly skilled in addressing intergenerational trauma, helping clients break the cycle of pain and build healthier futures.
In my work with couples, I like to incorporate both the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help them achieve healthier relationships.
Hola and Welcome! My name is Madelaine Ford (Maddy) and I am a counselor at Optimal Connections Counseling. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) therapist, passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges and build stronger relationships. Seeking therapy can be overwhelming and it takes a lot of courage, so I celebrate your decision to start your healing journey. My personal journey and professional dedication make me particularly skilled in addressing intergenerational trauma, helping clients break the cycle of pain and build healthier futures.
I use evidence-based practices that promote healing including EMDR, EFT, IFS, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.
Finding the right therapist to help walk you through difficult days can be overwhelming. I'm so glad you are here. My clients are often wanting to improve their relationships with others and themselves but struggle with knowing how to get there. I recognize that many people are often stuck in learned patterns or cycles, and I am passionate about helping them unlock their own potential, empowering them to live the lives they have always wanted. My goal is to make sure my clients feel heard and understood in the therapy room and I focus on building the security and safety clients need in order to foster change and growth.
I use evidence-based practices that promote healing including EMDR, EFT, IFS, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.
Finding the right therapist to help walk you through difficult days can be overwhelming. I'm so glad you are here. My clients are often wanting to improve their relationships with others and themselves but struggle with knowing how to get there. I recognize that many people are often stuck in learned patterns or cycles, and I am passionate about helping them unlock their own potential, empowering them to live the lives they have always wanted. My goal is to make sure my clients feel heard and understood in the therapy room and I focus on building the security and safety clients need in order to foster change and growth.
Kelsey Fitzhugh Bass
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85203
I am trained in various modalities, including EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Prepare/Enrich.
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in working with couples, teens, and adults. I believe that attachment and connection is the most powerful emotion in humans, which makes me passionate about working with all types of relationships. I specialize in assisting couples navigate challenges including: communication, conflict resolution, trust and infidelity, resentments & premarital therapy. I also have an understanding of the developmental challenges faced by teenagers. In my work with adults and teens, I specialize in addressing: trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I am trained in various modalities, including EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Prepare/Enrich.
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in working with couples, teens, and adults. I believe that attachment and connection is the most powerful emotion in humans, which makes me passionate about working with all types of relationships. I specialize in assisting couples navigate challenges including: communication, conflict resolution, trust and infidelity, resentments & premarital therapy. I also have an understanding of the developmental challenges faced by teenagers. In my work with adults and teens, I specialize in addressing: trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I also assist couples in developing a deeper sense of connection with each other, primarily through the use of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
Can you relate to the following questions? How do I manage anxiety and depression so that the present moment is not so overwhelming? How can I change the negative view of myself and unwanted behaviors which seem to be driven by the past? How can my partner and I communicate our needs and concerns without triggering defensiveness in each other and keep from slipping into the same negative relationship patterns?
I also assist couples in developing a deeper sense of connection with each other, primarily through the use of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
Can you relate to the following questions? How do I manage anxiety and depression so that the present moment is not so overwhelming? How can I change the negative view of myself and unwanted behaviors which seem to be driven by the past? How can my partner and I communicate our needs and concerns without triggering defensiveness in each other and keep from slipping into the same negative relationship patterns?
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