Aetna Therapists in Paradise Valley, AZ
Meryl L Warda Child Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
I have worked with children and families my entire career in a variety of settings including schools and mental health clinics. I have experience working with children zero to 17 and their families. These children have experienced trauma, behavioral and mental health challenges. I love working with parents as well who are experiencing conflict, communication and parenting issues and utilize evidence-based intervention to help improve family health.
I have worked with children and families my entire career in a variety of settings including schools and mental health clinics. I have experience working with children zero to 17 and their families. These children have experienced trauma, behavioral and mental health challenges. I love working with parents as well who are experiencing conflict, communication and parenting issues and utilize evidence-based intervention to help improve family health.
Caitlyn Tirella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Hello! My name is Caitlyn, I grew up in Orange County, California and have been living in Arizona for the last ten years. I believe I was meant to be in the helping profession and this position aligns with my spirit and being. Therapy can seem overwhelming to begin with and I'm here to provide that comfort and space for the difficulties anyone may be facing. Clients that want to challenge their discomfort and move forwards will yield the most success working with me.
Hello! My name is Caitlyn, I grew up in Orange County, California and have been living in Arizona for the last ten years. I believe I was meant to be in the helping profession and this position aligns with my spirit and being. Therapy can seem overwhelming to begin with and I'm here to provide that comfort and space for the difficulties anyone may be facing. Clients that want to challenge their discomfort and move forwards will yield the most success working with me.
Fire Horse Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I have been in the mental health field for over 9 years and specialize in trauma. Trauma symptoms can show up in many forms from anxiety and depression to dissociation and everything in between. I take a wholistic approach, working with you to identify goals and provide education on your symptoms and therapies best suited for your goals. Healing from trauma is possible by learning effective skills to assist in daily life, healing ineffective behavior patterns, creating relationships you want and establishing the boundaries you need.
I have been in the mental health field for over 9 years and specialize in trauma. Trauma symptoms can show up in many forms from anxiety and depression to dissociation and everything in between. I take a wholistic approach, working with you to identify goals and provide education on your symptoms and therapies best suited for your goals. Healing from trauma is possible by learning effective skills to assist in daily life, healing ineffective behavior patterns, creating relationships you want and establishing the boundaries you need.
I work with children and adults dealing with issues such as: anxiety, depression, abuse, neglect, trauma, divorce, relational issues, stress, attachment disturbances, and grief/loss. All are welcome!
I work with children and adults dealing with issues such as: anxiety, depression, abuse, neglect, trauma, divorce, relational issues, stress, attachment disturbances, and grief/loss. All are welcome!
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Thank you for arriving here safely. If you are ready to schedule your first session, that is great! Acknowledging you are at a “stuck point” and taking action to improve your life takes courage. Just reach out to me by email–I look forward to getting to know you and working together toward your goals. I am a licensed psychologist, teaching and practicing psychotherapy since 2007. I believe that each of us is striving to become healthier, happier, and more able to live fully, and that our life challenges (or “symptoms”) are expressions of this motivation toward growth. Thus, my therapy is strength-based and individualized to you.
Thank you for arriving here safely. If you are ready to schedule your first session, that is great! Acknowledging you are at a “stuck point” and taking action to improve your life takes courage. Just reach out to me by email–I look forward to getting to know you and working together toward your goals. I am a licensed psychologist, teaching and practicing psychotherapy since 2007. I believe that each of us is striving to become healthier, happier, and more able to live fully, and that our life challenges (or “symptoms”) are expressions of this motivation toward growth. Thus, my therapy is strength-based and individualized to you.
The neurodivergent experience is often isolating and bewildering, leaving you misunderstood and alienated even by well-intentioned professionals. The search for genuine understanding and appreciation of your unique perspectives and values can be overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with anger, stress, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, parenting issues, substance misuse, depression, or trauma, I am equipped to provide the support and guidance you need with my extensive experience working with various populations.
The neurodivergent experience is often isolating and bewildering, leaving you misunderstood and alienated even by well-intentioned professionals. The search for genuine understanding and appreciation of your unique perspectives and values can be overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with anger, stress, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, parenting issues, substance misuse, depression, or trauma, I am equipped to provide the support and guidance you need with my extensive experience working with various populations.
Misty Andersen-Pitcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I work from a holistic approach to life, learning, and healing; everything is connected in some way. Once you identify and master the connections that work for you, then the doing just makes sense, and you move forward with new life practices. My clients heal painful past experiences with current awareness, start trusting & caring for themselves, learn how to identify & break from toxic relationships while developing healthy ones, establish skills & routines to improve follow-through, gain emotion regulation, develop skills for problem-solving/ decision-making, and overcome harmful thoughts and behavior patterns.
I work from a holistic approach to life, learning, and healing; everything is connected in some way. Once you identify and master the connections that work for you, then the doing just makes sense, and you move forward with new life practices. My clients heal painful past experiences with current awareness, start trusting & caring for themselves, learn how to identify & break from toxic relationships while developing healthy ones, establish skills & routines to improve follow-through, gain emotion regulation, develop skills for problem-solving/ decision-making, and overcome harmful thoughts and behavior patterns.
Ben DeJesus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
We can all benefit from the support therapy offers from time to time. Some reasons people come to me are: struggling in their romantic relationship; past experiences continually impact their current life; reliving past failures; feeling disconnected, stressed, anxious, stuck, or unloved; experiencing a loss, and needing someplace safe to connect; feeling out of control in their life; having difficulty reaching goals; or want to feel more joy, connection, and love in their life.
We can all benefit from the support therapy offers from time to time. Some reasons people come to me are: struggling in their romantic relationship; past experiences continually impact their current life; reliving past failures; feeling disconnected, stressed, anxious, stuck, or unloved; experiencing a loss, and needing someplace safe to connect; feeling out of control in their life; having difficulty reaching goals; or want to feel more joy, connection, and love in their life.
Discovery & Wellness Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
Christine N Duffy
Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I believe that each person is uniquely different and thrives with individualized counseling. I believe the best approach to counseling is through open dialogue and exploring what works best for you. Throughout our sessions we will work together to explore unresolved issues from your past, current life stressors and how to move forward to become your best self.
I believe that each person is uniquely different and thrives with individualized counseling. I believe the best approach to counseling is through open dialogue and exploring what works best for you. Throughout our sessions we will work together to explore unresolved issues from your past, current life stressors and how to move forward to become your best self.
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Carolyn Dolejs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Hi, I'm Carolyn! My passion involves working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, conflict resolution, adjusting to life transitions, and interpersonal issues. Life is complex, just as people are! I view therapy as a collaborative process where clients can learn skills to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, increase self-worth/self-esteem, and create a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I have extensive experience working with the adolescent & adult population and have specified training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
Hi, I'm Carolyn! My passion involves working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, conflict resolution, adjusting to life transitions, and interpersonal issues. Life is complex, just as people are! I view therapy as a collaborative process where clients can learn skills to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, increase self-worth/self-esteem, and create a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I have extensive experience working with the adolescent & adult population and have specified training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
Brandon M Chatfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, DHSc, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Are you feeling like something is lacking in your life? Do you want more from your day to day existence? Is depression, anxiety, stress and low self confidence a constant gnawing in the back of your mind? Are you tired of feeling this way? Therapy can help you throw off these self made manacles. You can gain a sense of resilience in the face of hardship to the point where you conquer and truly begin to fulfill your potential. You can create a vast sense of meaning and purpose in life that not only carries you through but makes you effective, overflowing with energy and vitality.
Are you feeling like something is lacking in your life? Do you want more from your day to day existence? Is depression, anxiety, stress and low self confidence a constant gnawing in the back of your mind? Are you tired of feeling this way? Therapy can help you throw off these self made manacles. You can gain a sense of resilience in the face of hardship to the point where you conquer and truly begin to fulfill your potential. You can create a vast sense of meaning and purpose in life that not only carries you through but makes you effective, overflowing with energy and vitality.
Hello and thank you for your inquiry. I do understand how hard it is to ask for help. If this is the first time you're trying therapy or you had a negative experience in the past good job for reconsidering. Rapport is as important as the specialties of your therapist. The number 1 predictor of positive outcomes is the therapeutic relationship. Besides therapy I also provide clinical supervision for licensees for the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health.
Hello and thank you for your inquiry. I do understand how hard it is to ask for help. If this is the first time you're trying therapy or you had a negative experience in the past good job for reconsidering. Rapport is as important as the specialties of your therapist. The number 1 predictor of positive outcomes is the therapeutic relationship. Besides therapy I also provide clinical supervision for licensees for the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health.
Sharon McCarthy Wright …. Inspiring Hope Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, NCC, EMDR, CFTP
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
I specialize in Trauma and EMDR Therapy. I am a Veteran’s wife I understand PTSD well. Difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, 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. I am passionate about working with people who are hurting, inspire hope, strengthen resiliency, and empower clients to live authentically and regain confidence and joy.
I specialize in Trauma and EMDR Therapy. I am a Veteran’s wife I understand PTSD well. Difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, 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. I am passionate about working with people who are hurting, inspire hope, strengthen resiliency, and empower clients to live authentically and regain confidence and joy.
Dr. Jennifer Burruel
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, MC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
Life can be demanding and stressful, even when things are going well. This is especially true for high achievers. High achievers have a great number of strengths that have helped them be successful. However, high achievers often struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, uneven work/life balance, role overload/conflict, and interpersonal relationship challenges. These struggles can take a toll on your health and overall quality of life. If you are a high achiever, I can help you discover how you can achieve your personal and professional goals, while living a high quality, healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling life.
Life can be demanding and stressful, even when things are going well. This is especially true for high achievers. High achievers have a great number of strengths that have helped them be successful. However, high achievers often struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, uneven work/life balance, role overload/conflict, and interpersonal relationship challenges. These struggles can take a toll on your health and overall quality of life. If you are a high achiever, I can help you discover how you can achieve your personal and professional goals, while living a high quality, healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling life.
Reaching out to a therapist can feeling overwhelming. I'm glad you did! I'm here to hold space for you, to help you grow and expand with caring support, and to gently challenge you. Whether you're looking to heal from trauma, reduce anxiety, navigate a life transition, get unstuck from an unhelpful thinking pattern, or you want a nonjudgemental space, I am here for you. I will show up for you non-judgmentally and empathetically.
Reaching out to a therapist can feeling overwhelming. I'm glad you did! I'm here to hold space for you, to help you grow and expand with caring support, and to gently challenge you. Whether you're looking to heal from trauma, reduce anxiety, navigate a life transition, get unstuck from an unhelpful thinking pattern, or you want a nonjudgemental space, I am here for you. I will show up for you non-judgmentally and empathetically.
Young Mind Center, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Amanda Wood is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of training and expertise in the field of developmental disabilities and social-cognitive delays. Dr. Wood and her colleagues take a collaborative approach to treatment, meaning that parents, siblings, and caregivers may play an integral role in the therapeutic process. As many children behave differently when visiting the doctor's office, Dr. Wood incorporates home, school, and/or community visits to better understand your child.
Dr. Amanda Wood is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of training and expertise in the field of developmental disabilities and social-cognitive delays. Dr. Wood and her colleagues take a collaborative approach to treatment, meaning that parents, siblings, and caregivers may play an integral role in the therapeutic process. As many children behave differently when visiting the doctor's office, Dr. Wood incorporates home, school, and/or community visits to better understand your child.
Dr. Stephanie Salisbury
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! Whether you are working through a traumatic event, relationship challenges, or stress, I am happy and honored to help. My hope is to provide a sanctuary where you can find healing, make changes, and become the person you aspire to be. Given that I am from a family that was involved in military and the medical field, I am particularly drawn to working with public safety professionals (first responders- veterans, healthcare workers, police, firefighters, etc.). I am particularly interested in helping those who may be working through posttraumatic stress, relationship issues, general stressors, life transitions, or anxiety.
Welcome! Whether you are working through a traumatic event, relationship challenges, or stress, I am happy and honored to help. My hope is to provide a sanctuary where you can find healing, make changes, and become the person you aspire to be. Given that I am from a family that was involved in military and the medical field, I am particularly drawn to working with public safety professionals (first responders- veterans, healthcare workers, police, firefighters, etc.). I am particularly interested in helping those who may be working through posttraumatic stress, relationship issues, general stressors, life transitions, or anxiety.
Celeste Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
With years of experience helping individuals, families, and couples achieve transformative results, I am committed to providing a discreet, nonjudgmental space where you can freely share your thoughts and feelings. Everyone deserves a place to feel heard, and my online therapy sessions offer the convenience and flexibility to fit seamlessly into your busy life. Whether you’re seeking to heal from past traumas, manage daily stressors, or pursue personal growth, you’ve come to the right place.
With years of experience helping individuals, families, and couples achieve transformative results, I am committed to providing a discreet, nonjudgmental space where you can freely share your thoughts and feelings. Everyone deserves a place to feel heard, and my online therapy sessions offer the convenience and flexibility to fit seamlessly into your busy life. Whether you’re seeking to heal from past traumas, manage daily stressors, or pursue personal growth, you’ve come to the right place.
