Therapists in Peoria, AZ

I am licensed in Georgia and Arizona with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience of helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship/marital/Identity issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am passionate about providing support for those adults who have lost a companion animal. Pets are an important part of our lives and when we lose one, a whole range of emotions can come up including grief, confusion, anger, guilt and depression. I have a Pet Loss Grief Support Group that can provide you support and encouragement in your journey of grief after losing your pet.

I desire to encourage and empower individuals, families, and children as they work through life challenges and trauma toward healing. I have a heart to join with people to find healing through discovering their resilience and capacity to create change within relationships, valuing family-centered care through education, prevention, and collaboration. I have EMDR training. I am currently supervised by Dr. Nancy Frigaard, D.Min, LMFT-15231.

Deciding to begin therapy is a big step and my main priority is to create a safe and understanding relationship where you can feel comfortable to open up about your struggles and receive the support you deserve. I will actively work with you to create your desired change in a non-judgmental and collaborative environment. I have experience helping with a range of presenting concerns including trauma, relational issues, anxiety, family conflict, pregnancy and postpartum challenges, parenting and behavioral concerns, life transitions, and perinatal challenges.

I am passionate about helping clients develop self-awareness and become the best versions of themselves. Together, we will work on gaining an understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, emotions, thoughts and beliefs, and motivations, to improve your relationship with yourself and others, improve your problem-solving skills, and help you set and achieve goals. This can be done through evaluations and/or therapy.

My ideal client is someone struggling with relationship issues, whether it’s a teenager, middle school person, or adult. Some examples are parents are going through a divorce, a teenager needing help with school or family interpersonal issues, family or friend relationship problems, and general anxiety or depression.

Telehealth Only & "Pay What You Can" payment model (for qualifying individuals). Are you struggling with negative thoughts and strong emotions? Do you find yourself avoiding situations and or turning to substances longer than planned? Have you noticed relationships drifting away? If any of this resonates with you, I'd like to offer a safe space where you can explore what's been holding you back. I work with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, Trauma, Sport Performance, Military, Veterans and their Families. Call or email for your Free 15-min complementary consultation.

Michelle works with complex trauma using EMDR, Structural Dissociation theory and SE. Michelle is a Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and financial/work disorders (CMAT). Michelle worked for 4.5 years as a therapist at The Meadows, a world-renown inpatient treatment facility and trained under Pia Mellody. Michelle works in private practice, assisting clients in addressing their childhood trauma, process/substance addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, rage/anger and PTSD. Michelle works with the veteran community and is a veteran herself.

Being happy is essential in life. We are happy when we believe in ourselves, when we exude confidence, when we have a sense of belonging and when we have a sense of purpose. Depression, anxiety, disconnection and low self esteem interrupt the ability to overcome obstacles to happiness. You are not alone, many people suffer in silence. When a person is supported with compassion and empathy being able to talk in a safe place, such as psychotherapy, the person can then begin to feel heard. They can learn how-to manage symptoms of depression and anxiety to etch out a life with acceptance, joy and love. Accepting new patients.

Az Young Child Counseling is a Northwest Valley group practice committed to helping young children and parents move from surviving to thriving. We serve children from birth to 12 years old. We also provide parent-only services and support in the area of perinatal mental health.

Accepting new clients to begin in August at my new location - Bell Rd. & the Loop 303 in Surprise. In-person and Telehealth available. - Trauma, anxiety, depression, life and faith transitions, stress, substance use concerns, relational struggles... These areas can impact all of us at one time or another and are some examples of areas where I can help you move through and move forward, to lead a fuller life. I am a Certified First Responder Counselor and have a passion for working with first responders & their families (13+). My practice also focuses on working with individuals who have complex PTSD.

What if you could change your life, your story, who you believe yourself to be, and how you perceive others and the world? What if you could have a deep inner transformation that, not only improves your life experience, but increases your compassion for self and others?

Dr. Kaplan specializes in treating adolescents and adults for eating disorders, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). She has experience working with athletes experiencing anxiety and disordered eating. Dr. Kaplan also assists individuals in working through past traumatic events and other co-occurring mental health conditions. Dr. Kaplan also has the capacity to offer telehealth services to individuals and families in Arizona.

What is keeping you from living the life you want? Therapy can be a powerful tool to identify goals and remove obstacles that may be preventing you from experiencing more fulfilling relationships with yourself, your career, and other people. If you are experiencing depression or anxiety, abusing substances, or having relationship difficulty, the process of therapy can be a useful way to discover how to create change. By exploring current and historical patterns, a greater awareness and understanding can emerge, allowing for more choice.

If you're facing depression, anxiety, or the challenges life presents, I'm here to assist in developing the skills to navigate these obstacles. Whether it's self-blame, guilt, or shame, our collaboration aims to explore effective solutions for relief. Our therapeutic journey includes creating a space to delve into your unique experiences and challenges. I am committed to offering personalized, empathetic support, and tailoring coping mechanisms to your needs. Taking this courageous step, we embark on a journey to address concerns and empower you with tools for long-term well-being.

The most important place to begin to make changes in your life is within yourself. Change often is delayed because of fear. Often we are faced with extremely difficult experiences which challenge us to the core. The types of therapy that are utilized at my office can help you in ways you can not or have not imagined due to your current situation. If you are ready to begin to make some necessary changes, no matter how small or large, I am here to assist you and share with you. Why not take the first step in your new journey here. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Asking for help is no easy task. Whether looking to help yourself, your relationship, or your career, it can be scary to admit vulnerability. However, despite some popular beliefs, therapy is not about “fixing” something that is broken; it is about understanding the nature of your difficulties and working with your strengths to see yourself through it. I strive to offer compassion and understanding to help you identify your current barriers in life while also helping you resolve deeper emotional distress. I provide a warm and caring space for reflection and to help you process your needs.

I am a doctoral level trained clinical psychologist with a PsyD in counseling and am an LAC. I have extensive experience working with diverse adolescent and adult populations. I have training and expertise in EMDR, CBT, and DBT. I have worked in community mental health, inpatient, adolescent forensic, and private practice settings and have extensive training in diagnostic and clinical assessments. My education, training, and clinical practices have highlighted multicultural and diversity issues, and I continue to practice in consideration of cultural issues/needs when evaluating, assessing, and providing services to clients.

Do you feel like your anxiety is so intense that it’s making your decisions for you? Are intrusive thoughts and compulsions making you question your character or making your world feel unsafe? It’s hard to keep up with daily life when anxiety and intrusive thoughts make every decision feel paralyzing. Keeping up with work, family, friends, and the things that bring you joy start to feel tiring or impossible to achieve. If these words resonate with you, I see you and I’m here to help. I can help you work through the challenges you are facing and help you feel that hope and change exist for you.