Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
I am a licensed therapist who has worked extensively with children, adolescents and adults. I value taking an individualized approach to therapy to best suit the unique needs of each client. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and vulnerable, but please know that I am here to support you every step of the way. My top priority is creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, seen and validated. Together we will work to build a strong and trusting relationship that empowers you to explore and express your thoughts and feelings.
I am a licensed therapist who has worked extensively with children, adolescents and adults. I value taking an individualized approach to therapy to best suit the unique needs of each client. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and vulnerable, but please know that I am here to support you every step of the way. My top priority is creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, seen and validated. Together we will work to build a strong and trusting relationship that empowers you to explore and express your thoughts and feelings.
Marylynn Ellsworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPC, LPC, CTSS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I have been working with clients who have had trauma throughout their life. Their symptoms are anxiety, depression, panic attacks, negative self-talk, rumination, and unhealthy relations. We work on establishing where these thoughts, ideas, and behaviors stem from and how to make healthy changes in every area of their lives. I focus on their chosen words and the negative self-talk perpetuating these symptoms.
I have been working with clients who have had trauma throughout their life. Their symptoms are anxiety, depression, panic attacks, negative self-talk, rumination, and unhealthy relations. We work on establishing where these thoughts, ideas, and behaviors stem from and how to make healthy changes in every area of their lives. I focus on their chosen words and the negative self-talk perpetuating these symptoms.
I am a helper. I practice marriage & family therapy, mental health counseling & relationship repair as a ministry. I will help you with what you are experiencing. I know this time is especially challenging for you. You are not alone. I will help you.
I am a helper. I practice marriage & family therapy, mental health counseling & relationship repair as a ministry. I will help you with what you are experiencing. I know this time is especially challenging for you. You are not alone. I will help you.
Compassionate Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85048 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Bridge Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LAC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85037
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. The Bridge Clinicians offer Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Oppositional Defiant, Stress Management, Grief & Loss Therapy to adults, adolescents, children, individuals, couples, Families.
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. The Bridge Clinicians offer Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Oppositional Defiant, Stress Management, Grief & Loss Therapy to adults, adolescents, children, individuals, couples, Families.
Mordechai (Motti) Polityko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
I believe counseling is a client centered tool. It's a method of knowledge and empowerment to assist those in need of finding their light, voice and direction to reach their future goals. A path for clients to find understanding within their own competencies, strengths and abilities and way to view additional or alternative perspectives. As a counselor I must also be self-aware, genuine and have the ability to accept others as they are. I strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals from all walks of life can gain the ability to grow, learn and incorporate positive change.
I believe counseling is a client centered tool. It's a method of knowledge and empowerment to assist those in need of finding their light, voice and direction to reach their future goals. A path for clients to find understanding within their own competencies, strengths and abilities and way to view additional or alternative perspectives. As a counselor I must also be self-aware, genuine and have the ability to accept others as they are. I strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals from all walks of life can gain the ability to grow, learn and incorporate positive change.
Emma Whitcomb
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85001 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is like a tool box. I believe we need all types of tools to create, build, and work on things in our life. I want to help you create your toolbox into a way that can be helpful for you. We are all diverse as humans and I don’t believe there is “one size fits all.” I value building relationships with my clients that can foster curiosity to explore the challenges they have faced and how we can navigate this journey together to achieve their goals.
My approach to therapy is like a tool box. I believe we need all types of tools to create, build, and work on things in our life. I want to help you create your toolbox into a way that can be helpful for you. We are all diverse as humans and I don’t believe there is “one size fits all.” I value building relationships with my clients that can foster curiosity to explore the challenges they have faced and how we can navigate this journey together to achieve their goals.
Aniett Von Konsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Aniett and I am a bi-lingual tele-health licensed professional counselor. I strive to provide individuals of diverse backgrounds with a therapy experience that is authentic, relaxing, fun, and a place of connection. . My work draws from experience of working with individuals who have struggled with addictions, substance use, and trauma which as a result has created internal and external conflicts. Also, as part of being first generation, I am able to work with individuals who are currently struggling with multicultural concerns of being in between two cultural worlds.
Hi! My name is Aniett and I am a bi-lingual tele-health licensed professional counselor. I strive to provide individuals of diverse backgrounds with a therapy experience that is authentic, relaxing, fun, and a place of connection. . My work draws from experience of working with individuals who have struggled with addictions, substance use, and trauma which as a result has created internal and external conflicts. Also, as part of being first generation, I am able to work with individuals who are currently struggling with multicultural concerns of being in between two cultural worlds.
My goal is to provide a safe atmosphere where clients feel relaxed and comfortable. I focus on building accepting and trustworthy relationships with those I work with and strive to be genuine in all encounters. I utilized CBT and approach therapy sessions with a person centered perspective. I am a licensed professional counselor and obtained my bachelors degree in psychology in 2014 and my masters in professional counseling and in curriculum and development in 2018. I specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and autism spectrum disorder. I am trained in EMDR and Immigration evaluations.
My goal is to provide a safe atmosphere where clients feel relaxed and comfortable. I focus on building accepting and trustworthy relationships with those I work with and strive to be genuine in all encounters. I utilized CBT and approach therapy sessions with a person centered perspective. I am a licensed professional counselor and obtained my bachelors degree in psychology in 2014 and my masters in professional counseling and in curriculum and development in 2018. I specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and autism spectrum disorder. I am trained in EMDR and Immigration evaluations.
Resilient Solutions Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Online Only)
At Resilient Solutions, our culturally responsive counselors are passionate about providing therapy and support that empowers our clients to achieve excellent outcomes. Our goal is to assist clients in managing various concerns and transitions through the unexpected and powerful events they are going through in life. We provide a secure and safe environment that fosters stabilization and promotes resiliency, growth, and healing. Our style is individualized, motivating, warm, and interactive, using evidenced-based practices that are client-centered, solution focused, strength-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.
At Resilient Solutions, our culturally responsive counselors are passionate about providing therapy and support that empowers our clients to achieve excellent outcomes. Our goal is to assist clients in managing various concerns and transitions through the unexpected and powerful events they are going through in life. We provide a secure and safe environment that fosters stabilization and promotes resiliency, growth, and healing. Our style is individualized, motivating, warm, and interactive, using evidenced-based practices that are client-centered, solution focused, strength-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.
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****I AM CURRENTLY CONDUCTING SESSIONS BY TELEHEALTH ONLY****I believe that you are utilizing the best coping skills you have available at any particular moment. Sometimes, despite best efforts, you might get stuck. You might feel like you have approached a problem area from all angles. Prolonged stress can make matters worse. It is not uncommon for life to feel, "out of balance." My philosophy is to try to re-gain balance. To feel like all parts of your life are in sync. Further, I believe that true happiness is possible once you reach your highest potential.
****I AM CURRENTLY CONDUCTING SESSIONS BY TELEHEALTH ONLY****I believe that you are utilizing the best coping skills you have available at any particular moment. Sometimes, despite best efforts, you might get stuck. You might feel like you have approached a problem area from all angles. Prolonged stress can make matters worse. It is not uncommon for life to feel, "out of balance." My philosophy is to try to re-gain balance. To feel like all parts of your life are in sync. Further, I believe that true happiness is possible once you reach your highest potential.
DeeDee Bassil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a bilingual therapist with over 20 years of experience. In 2000, I finished my Counseling education at Arizona State University. For the first few years, I worked in an in-patient mental health facility. Over time, I was more drawn to outpatient work and began starting my own Private Practice in 2006 called Life Transitions Counseling. Recently, I have spent time traveling the world working as a Military Family Life Counselor, aiding in the mental health care of our service members and their family members.
Hi! I am a bilingual therapist with over 20 years of experience. In 2000, I finished my Counseling education at Arizona State University. For the first few years, I worked in an in-patient mental health facility. Over time, I was more drawn to outpatient work and began starting my own Private Practice in 2006 called Life Transitions Counseling. Recently, I have spent time traveling the world working as a Military Family Life Counselor, aiding in the mental health care of our service members and their family members.
Laura Merrill Jochai
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Cycles of Life Counseling has added teletherapy services. Protect and care for your mental health and well-being while you protect and care for your physical health. My treatment philosophy is that people want to feel good and live with purpose. Sometimes though, life can feel too big to manage. Sometimes we feel stuck or unable to adjust when "life happens", We may have not learned a better way to cope or live well with or through challenges. Add to that, frustration and disappointment over feeling this way and we feel even worse. Let's consider another way for you ‘to be’ in the world, to live more fully, with emotional freedom.
Cycles of Life Counseling has added teletherapy services. Protect and care for your mental health and well-being while you protect and care for your physical health. My treatment philosophy is that people want to feel good and live with purpose. Sometimes though, life can feel too big to manage. Sometimes we feel stuck or unable to adjust when "life happens", We may have not learned a better way to cope or live well with or through challenges. Add to that, frustration and disappointment over feeling this way and we feel even worse. Let's consider another way for you ‘to be’ in the world, to live more fully, with emotional freedom.
I primarily see (but am not limited to) stress management, anxiety, panic, depression, bipolar disorder, women's coping, self esteem problems, and family of origin. I treat young adults to seniors from all walks of life. My years as Director of Behavioral Science at St Joseph's Hospital Family Practice Residency have given me special experience in treating clients wtih chronic and acute health problems. I do not treat children or teens. I do not treat eating disorders or substance/alcohol abuse disorders. I do not do court or legal work. I do see GLBT clients.
I primarily see (but am not limited to) stress management, anxiety, panic, depression, bipolar disorder, women's coping, self esteem problems, and family of origin. I treat young adults to seniors from all walks of life. My years as Director of Behavioral Science at St Joseph's Hospital Family Practice Residency have given me special experience in treating clients wtih chronic and acute health problems. I do not treat children or teens. I do not treat eating disorders or substance/alcohol abuse disorders. I do not do court or legal work. I do see GLBT clients.
Anne V Mann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Not accepting new clients
I offer in-person counseling as well as video counseling via Doxy, a HIPPA compliant service. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is key in helping people address the life challenges that bring them to counseling. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or grief and loss that interferes with building and enjoying meaningful relationships. Perhaps self-esteem is an issue for you. I will share your goal of finding your answers to a thriving, high functioning new beginning.
I offer in-person counseling as well as video counseling via Doxy, a HIPPA compliant service. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is key in helping people address the life challenges that bring them to counseling. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or grief and loss that interferes with building and enjoying meaningful relationships. Perhaps self-esteem is an issue for you. I will share your goal of finding your answers to a thriving, high functioning new beginning.
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Trudy Marie Soncrant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISAC
Not Verified Not Verified
Glendale, AZ 85301
I'm Trudy Soncrant, owner of Broken Chains Christian Counseling, Inc. in Sun City AZ. I have over 30 years experience as a Master's Level Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LCSW, LISAC) whose passion is Faith-Based Counseling, specializing in addictions, trauma and Dissociative Disorders. In believing that "Life is a Spiritual Battle between good and evil", I use my expertise with a non-judgmental Christian approach, My favorite song is " The Comeback" by David Gokey. So call our office for your own personal "Comeback"
I'm Trudy Soncrant, owner of Broken Chains Christian Counseling, Inc. in Sun City AZ. I have over 30 years experience as a Master's Level Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LCSW, LISAC) whose passion is Faith-Based Counseling, specializing in addictions, trauma and Dissociative Disorders. In believing that "Life is a Spiritual Battle between good and evil", I use my expertise with a non-judgmental Christian approach, My favorite song is " The Comeback" by David Gokey. So call our office for your own personal "Comeback"
The focus of my practice is to create a safe and accepting space for individuals and families to work through life's challenges and strengthen resiliency skills. We may not have control over all of our circumstances but we each have the capacity to develop healthy skills to cope with adversity. I believe healthy attachments are a critical part of healing, particularly with children and adolescents. Therefore, I take a family systems approach when working with youth. I'm trained and experienced in working with female survivors of intimate partner violence and use trauma-focused approaches in their journey to healing.
The focus of my practice is to create a safe and accepting space for individuals and families to work through life's challenges and strengthen resiliency skills. We may not have control over all of our circumstances but we each have the capacity to develop healthy skills to cope with adversity. I believe healthy attachments are a critical part of healing, particularly with children and adolescents. Therefore, I take a family systems approach when working with youth. I'm trained and experienced in working with female survivors of intimate partner violence and use trauma-focused approaches in their journey to healing.
Kimberly Anne Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISAC, LCSW, SEP , EMDR, IFS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Feel stuck? Anxiety, Codependency, PTSD, work/relationship stress? I worked with World Class industry leaders such as Bessel van der Kaulk, Peter Levine, and Dick Schwartz learning cutting edge therapies during my time working at the Meadows. Clients recieve treatment plans with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, IFS, PIT, CSAT, and I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping Clinician, Board Certified in NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex cases.
Feel stuck? Anxiety, Codependency, PTSD, work/relationship stress? I worked with World Class industry leaders such as Bessel van der Kaulk, Peter Levine, and Dick Schwartz learning cutting edge therapies during my time working at the Meadows. Clients recieve treatment plans with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, IFS, PIT, CSAT, and I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping Clinician, Board Certified in NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex cases.
Amanda Loomis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
The decision to choose yourself is a highly courageous one. I believe transformative growth can come at any point in life despite periods of suffering and trauma. I witness struggles being turned into opportunities for resolution, growth, and ultimately self-evolution. I am passionate about guiding clients through the process of reconnecting with their bodies and looking within for the answers they seek. I am in my 7th year of providing care and support to those living with a variety of presentations including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, PTSD, neurodivergence, life transitions, and stress.
The decision to choose yourself is a highly courageous one. I believe transformative growth can come at any point in life despite periods of suffering and trauma. I witness struggles being turned into opportunities for resolution, growth, and ultimately self-evolution. I am passionate about guiding clients through the process of reconnecting with their bodies and looking within for the answers they seek. I am in my 7th year of providing care and support to those living with a variety of presentations including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, PTSD, neurodivergence, life transitions, and stress.
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.