Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Phoenix, AZ

I offer sensitivity toward all individuals, and I am passionate about helping my clients achieve healing, personal growth, and self-compassion. I treat individuals with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have experience with trauma and abuse, difficulty adjusting to life transitions, emotional overwhelm, interpersonal problems, and grief and loss.

Waitlist for now! / July 2024 - - - My time as a Therapist/Human has given me a chance to partner with a beautiful mixture of people and personalities. Folks who find benefit most working with me are often sensitive, brilliant, compassionate humans seeking a safe space to feel heard and supported. They often need some support to navigate where they feel confused, stuck, or overwhelmed in their lives. My approach tends to be that of "Emotional Tour Guide," and I'd be happy to get to know you, share what I see, and offer some insight on what others have found healing on their paths.

I am deeply committed to providing a compassionate, empowering, and authentic presence to each of my clients. My approach is grounded in the understanding that every person's journey is unique, and it is a privilege to walk with my clients as they navigate the complexities of their lives. With a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University and 20 years of experience in pastoral ministry, I bring a rich blend of academic knowledge and real-world experience to my practice.

So come to the pond or the river of your imagination, or the harbor of your longing, and put your lips to the world. And live your life. Let me keep my distance, always, from those who think they have the answers. Let me keep company always with those who say "Look!" and laugh in astonishment, and bow their heads. Mary Oliver

Imagine being stressed about a test. Your heart is racing, your breathing quickens… And now imagine having that feeling constantly — 24/7 for no reason and every reason at the same time, or it’s that bad feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when something bad is going to happen. Except it’s all the time, and you never find out what the bad thing that’s going to happen is. It’s like the walls are closing in and you have no means of escape.

In Person & Virtual Intakes Available! Alison is a licensed associate counselor who utilizes a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to therapy as a way to gain a better understanding of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Alison is passionate about working with those identifying with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals working through life transitions (i.e., starting a new chapter of life, entering into adulthood, changing family dynamics, starting college), and those looking to begin processing generational trauma in a safe space as well as navigating symptoms of anxiety and depression.

I offer a welcoming open environment that will help you pursue personal growth. I can guide clients struggling with relationships, negative habits, grief, & self-esteem. Students can benefit through increased organization and motivation. You may wish to enhance your self-image, overcome negative habits, and move toward a healthier lifestyle. My experience is a CEO can help entrepreneurs overcome the anxiety that risk represents. I also specialize in concentration, focus, and image consultation. My extensive experience optimizing mental performance can aid athletes, executives, and individuals seeking peak performance.

Accepting New Clients! As an EMDR trained clinician, I make it a priority to build a supportive and close relationship my clients will need to move forward in a positive and productive way! I specialize in working with clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss issues, substance abuse issues, chronic pain and chronic disease. My goal is to offer a trauma focused healing space for you! Because I see clients by video, I provide therapy throughout the state of Arizona!

In over ten years of practice, I've noticed many people seek therapy for a few main reasons: A breakdown of trust and communication in intimate relationships; One's past experiences are negatively affecting present reality; Loneliness and disconnection; and a need for a sense of purpose. Of course, there are others, but the reasons I mention show up often. I attribute much of the distress I see in others to self-worth issues. Generally, worthiness is neither modeled nor nurtured in our culture.

Having been in the field of behavioral health and counseling for 14 years I can understand that we all experience trauma and severe life stressors' that leave us feeling stuck and hopeless. Your crisis may be a breakup, depression, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, or something that is so overwhelming that you are struggling with life. Often times we hold ourselves in bondage to the choices we have made. I believe some of life's most difficult experiences lead us to our most extraordinary growth. I will give you the tools to move forward from past attachments that seem to keep you stagnate in your life.

Get the support you need today! I am here to help you navigate the journey of life and to find you​r way in the world. To obtain the necessary tools to look at the brighter picture instead of focusing on the negativity at hand. To learn how to truly listen to those around you so that you can become the best version of yourself.

It’s hard (and okay!) to admit that you are going through a tough time. Whether you are challenged by depression or anxiety, getting stuck in patterns that feel impossible to change, battling trauma and the weight it can hold on your shoulders, or needing to understand, explore, and process your gender or sexuality journey, I am here for you. Everyone needs a safe and comfortable environment to reflect on and work through life’s challenges. And that’s where I come in. I believe in the curative and healing powers of vulnerability.

YOU deserve the best! Couple crisis (infidelity, intimacy, sexual, traditional, non-traditional, LS, conflict, communication, trust, deciding-stay or go, parenting, infertility)? As an expert in relational health, I offer a safe space to provide you with the solution-focused help you deserve. Marriage saving? Dating? Divorced? Be your best self? Men's or Women's issues? Young adult? Youth? Stress related body ailments? Anxiety? Trauma? Grief/Loss? Stuck? Hi, I'm Dr. Karen & I get it! I'm a nationally renowned leader in mental and relational wellness providing individual, couple & family counseling for ANY challenge & TV contributor.

Immediate availability in person and telehealth! Starting therapy can feel daunting. I commend you for taking this step and hope you know that you are not alone. No matter what therapist is best suited for your needs, I wish you the best on your journey of personal growth. To help you understand if I’m the right person to be your partner in that journey, a little about me: I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and French at Ohio Wesleyan University and then completed my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Toledo.

Hi! I’m Sammy and I'm an openly queer therapist who is passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community. I offer virtual therapy services for individuals ages 18 and older. My primary passion and area of advanced training as a therapist is LGBTQ+ care, including a variety of related topics such as identity clarification, gender dysphoria, minority stress, intersectionality, coming out, navigating relationships, processing trauma, reducing shame, and fostering self-love. I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) but I am trained in a variety of other modalities which I can use to adapt to each client’s individual needs.

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.

Do you often find yourself putting others' needs ahead of your own, feeling overwhelmed by the constant pressure to be understanding and caring? Are you exhausted from always being the strong one, masking your vulnerabilities to the point where you no longer recognize your true self? Have you tried to handle everything alone, only to realize it’s left you feeling burned out and alone. Phrases like "Why does this keep happening?" and "I just want better for myself" echo in your mind. Do you yearn for a change, a break from the cycle, and someone who understands your struggles and can help you find your way back to yourself?

My experience with LGBT+ and neurodivergent folks has spanned over 5 years as I continue my educational and professional work as a holistic, strengths-based, and trauma-informed social worker. I’ve worked with folks with various intersectional identities, such as LGBT+, neurodivergence, college students and others facing significant life transitions, veterans, and individuals diagnosed with serious mental illnesses (SMI) communities. As a therapist, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and crisis intervention.

I welcome all those needing support to feel connected, empowered and confident to meet life's challenges. Shift from reactivity to response. I help individuals, regardless of their ability to name their pain, to focus on taking care of themselves to recover from relational distress, loss & burnout. In our time together, we will work on restoring the trust, confidence and sense of self often depleted as a result of relational trauma and life experiences. I specialize in treating complex and attachment related trauma, ADHD as well as autism, from a relational and developmentally based perspective using EMDR, IPSRT and EFT.